NMWA Nights
2025-02-19 17:30 - 20:00 UTC | National Museum of Women in the Arts, 1250 New York Ave., NW, Washington, DC, 20005
NMWA Nights
Join the National Museum of Women in the Arts (NMWA) for its popular evening program series. This month, join a museum-wide scavenger hunt that uncovers new narratives within the collection. DJ Alex Love and DJ Lauren Jay will duel in the Great Hall, spinning tunes for guests as they explore exhibitions.
Admission includes two drink tickets (mocktails available) and access to the museum’s collection and special exhibitions, including Samantha Box: Confluences, featuring the artist’s powerful photographs exploring race, gender, class and sexuality; and In Focus: Artists at Work, a close-up glimpse into the practices and perspectives of four contemporary collection artists via short documentary-style videos.
Where
National Museum of Women in the Arts
1250 New York Ave., NW
Washington, DC 20005
When
Wednesday, February 19, 5:30–8 p.m.
Price
$25 general; $22 students, seniors and D.C. residents; $20 members. Includes two drink tickets; additional beverages and food for purchase. Registration required.

Love Ballad Karaoke
2025-02-20 17:00 - 20:00 | Hard Rock Cafe, 999 E Street NW, Washington, DC
Love Ballad Karaoke
Guests can channel their inner rock star at Love Ballad Karaoke, happening on February 6, 13, and 20 from 5 PM to 8 PM. Sing your favorite ballads while enjoying Happy Hour specials from 4 PM to 7 PM, featuring:

$1 Off Draft Beer
$5 House Pours
$6 Select Cocktails & House Wine

The Lafayette Musical: The French National Orchestra
2025-04-24 19:00 - 21:00 | George Washington’s Mount Vernon, 3200 Mount Vernon Memorial Highway, Mount Vernon, VA, 22121
The Lafayette Musical: The French National Orchestra
Special Event & Reception: April 24
Celebrate the 200th anniversary of the Marquis de Lafayette’s journey back to America with a program, led by conductor Thomas Zehetmair. The French National Orchestra of Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes will perform a program related to Lafayette’s story and the historical period of his tour. An immersive sound & light experience will retrace the Marquis’ travels and incredible story.
An immersive sound & light experience will retrace the Marquis’ travels and incredible story.
This memorable night of history and music will be followed by a reception.
Program
Conductor and violin: Thomas Zehetmair
Joseph BOLOGNE, Chevalier de Saint-George
The Anonymous Lover: Opening
Ruth CRAWFORD SEEGER
Andante for Strings
Wolfgang Amadeus MOZART
Violin Concerto No. 5 in A Major KV. 219
Thomas ZEHETMAIR
Passacaglia, Burlesque and Chorale for String Orchestra
Ludwig van BEETHOVEN
Great Fugue in B flat major Opus 133

Porchfest
2025-05-03 | Various
The Adams Morgan Partnership Business Improvement District (AMPBID) announced that PorchFest will return for its Spring 2025 edition the afternoon of Saturday, May 3, 2025. This iconic neighborhood festival will bring together local and regional talent with Gangstagrass, the Emmy-nominated bluegrass hip-hop fusion band, headlining the main stage.
The beloved annual event turns Adams Morgan’s porches, business patios, and public spaces into stages for local music performances across genres from bluegrass and jazz to indie rock, soul, and hip-hop. The event will be spread out across the iconic 18th Street corridor and surrounding areas, turning the neighborhood into a lively and music-filled destination.
Gangstagrass, known for their signature blend of bluegrass instrumentation and hip-hop rhymes, will take center stage, bringing an unforgettable performance to the Adams Morgan community. As one of the most anticipated performances of the day, their appearance marks an exciting chapter in Adams Morgan’s history, where diverse musical genres and communities come together.
“We are so excited to bring Gangstagrass to Adams Morgan for PorchFest this Spring,” said Kristen Barden, Executive Director of AMPBID. “PorchFest is all about celebrating the diversity and creativity that make Adams Morgan so special. Gangstagrass embodies this spirit perfectly, and we can’t wait for the neighborhood to hear their music for the first time or the hundredth time.”
The event will also feature three main stages: the Plaza Main Stage (located at 1800 Columbia Road NW), the Aetna Main Stage (in front of 2424 18th Street NW), and the Marie Reed Stage (at Marie Reed Elementary School’s Plaza). Guests can pick up wristbands at designated locations and enjoy exclusive discounts at neighborhood businesses.
PorchFest is a free event open to all, with families, locals, and visitors alike invited to join in the fun. A detailed lineup of performers, locations, and additional event information will be available at admodc.org in the coming months.
The Adams Morgan Partnership BID continues to work tirelessly to create dynamic, community-driven experiences, and PorchFest is one of the highlights that fosters both local pride and economic growth for the neighborhood

Glen Echo Park’s Carousel Day
2025-05-03 11:00 - 16:00 | Glen Echo Park, 7300 MacArthur Blvd., Glen Echo, MD, 20812
Celebrate Spring at Glen Echo Park’s Carousel Day
Saturday, May 3 at 11:00 a.m.
Glen Echo Park, 7300 MacArthur Blvd., Glen Echo, MD 20812
Join Washington Revels in welcoming the season and commemorating the re-opening of Glen Echo Park’s historic 102-year-old Dentzel Carousel during the park’s annual Carousel Day.
Festivities commence at 11:00 a.m. with a lively musical procession through the park, leading to a performance by the Washington Revels Gallery Voices from 11:15 a.m. to noon. The celebration continues with the traditional Maypole dance, inviting attendees of all ages to participate in this joyous ritual.
This free event offers additional attractions throughout the day, including performances by local artists, children’s arts and crafts, open artist studios and galleries, and the opportunity to ride the historic carousel (tickets required for carousel rides). ​

May Revels at the National Cathedral
2025-05-03 16:00 - 18:00 | Washington National Cathedral, 3101 Wisconsin Ave NW, Washington, DC
May Revels at the National Cathedral
Saturday, May 3 at 4:00 p.m.
Washington National Cathedral,
3101 Wisconsin Ave NW, Washington, D.C.
Washington Revels will close the annual All Hallows Guild Flower Mart at the Washington National Cathedral with a vibrant May Revels performance. Dressed in traditional “May Whites” adorned with colorful sashes and flower wreaths, the multigenerational Washington Revels chorus—comprising adults, teens, tweens, and children—will process to the Cathedral’s front steps (or inside, in case of rain) to celebrate the greening of the year with song, dance, and merry mumming. Accompanied by the Whiskey Before Breakfast Band and friends, the ensemble will present a festive program featuring the crowning of a May monarch, a merry May mummers play created by Mark Jaster and Sabrina Mandell of Happenstance Theater, the traditional Maypole dance with colorful ribbons, and engaging sing-alongs, including the lively Rattlin Bog. This family-friendly event promises to have attendees jumping for joy.
The Flower Mart itself offers a plethora of attractions, including the historic antique carousel dating back to circa 1890, free entertainment, the International Floral Display, numerous food and gift vendors, carnival games for children, and the renowned White Elephant Sale. Attendees are encouraged to arrive early to enjoy the full array of festivities before securing a spot for the 4:00 p.m. performance. This year’s Flower Mart theme, “In Living Color,” will be celebrated with a diverse array of music and activities.

National Chamber Ensemble's Season Finale: Vivaldi's Four Seasons
2025-06-12 19:30 - 21:30 | Kennedy Center, 2700 F St NW, Washington, DC, 20566
The National Chamber Ensemble (NCE) presents: Vivaldi’s Extraordinary Four Seasons – Nancy Peery Marriott Discovery Concert – a grand finale to the 2024-2025 concert season.
Taking place on Thursday, June 12, 2025, at 7:30 PM in the Terrace Theater of the Kennedy Center, this extraordinary program features a stunning fusion of music, storytelling, and visuals.
In a rare and exciting collaboration, the evening will be hosted by the legendary Lynda Carter, beloved for her iconic portrayal of Wonder Woman and celebrated for her philanthropic work. Ms. Carter will guide the audience through Antonio Vivaldi’s The Four Seasons, reading the poetic sonnets that inspired the composer’s vivid musical storytelling.
The concert opens with a group of young musicians joining the Ensemble for a performance of Vivaldi’s Concerto for Strings in D Minor, RV 127.
This concert will be held at 7:30 PM
VENUE ADDRESS:
John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts
Terrace Theater
2700 F Street, NW
Washington, D.C. 20566

Singer/songwriter Ryan Adams Solo Performance at Capital One Hall
2025-07-16 19:30 - 21:30 | Capital One Hall, 7750 Capital One Tower Rd, Tysons, VA, 22102
Singer songwriter Ryan Adams will perform solo at Capital One Hall on Wednesday, July 16 at 7:30PM. Ryan Adams has been praised as “one of rock’s most talented songwriters” (SPIN). The 7-time Grammy nominated artist has 22 studio albums to his name, accumulating in millions of sales. Tickets are $45.00, $65.00 and $85.00 (plus applicable fees) and will be available at www.ticketmaster.com or at The Capital One Hall Box Office starting on Friday, January 31 at 10:00AM EST.

Go-Go Legends Rare Essence Summer Kickoff
2025-07-20 18:00 - 23:00 | Ivy City Smokehouse, 1356 Okie Street NE, Washigton, DC
Go-Go Legends Rare Essence Bring Summer Kickoff to Ivy City’s Rooftop Tavern
Rare Essence, Washington’s premier Go-Go band for more than four decades, is a DC institution that has built a devoted fan base that spans multiple generations, drawn to the indigenous funk sired in the mid -70s by the late Godfather of Go-Go, Chuck Brown. Come to the Smokehouse early to dine in and enjoy our award-winning food. The event space will have standing room only, with limited Bottle Service tables available.
Date: Sunday July 20th
Time: 6 PM–11 PM
Where: The Tavern Rooftop at Ivy City Smokehouse, 1356 Okie St. NE, DC

Fridays at the Fountain - National Landing
2025-07-25 05:30 - 20:00 | National Landing Water Park, 1601 Crystal Drive, Arlington, VA, 22202
Back for another season, Fridays at the Fountain invites you for free live music at National Landing Water Park, the region’s only outdoor food hall. Hosted by the National Landing BID in partnership with Pipkin Creative.
Guests can grab a drink and a bite to eat from one of National Landing Water Park’s beloved food stalls, bring a lawn chair or blanket, or enjoy the sounds of summer throughout the food hall’s public seating areas.
2025 music lineup:

July 25: Jonathan Sloane (Rock, Soul, Blues)

August 1: Human Country Jukebox (Country)

August 8: Femi and the Foundation (Rock, Funk, Hip-Hop)

August 15: Orquesta Manplesa (Classic Salsa)

August 22: Rock Creek Kings (Rock)

August 29: Ari Voxx (Indie Pop)

WHEN: Every Friday from 5:30 to 8 p.m.
WHERE: National Landing Water Park – 1601 Crystal Drive, Arlington, VA 22202. Free parking after 4pm and easily accessible from the Crystal City Metro and bus lines.
HOW: Free admission, open to the public. RSVPs encouraged at Eventbrite.
For real-time event updates and more information on National Landing, please visit www.nationallanding.org/events/calendar or follow on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

Tributo a Hombres G & Enanitos Verdes: A Latin Rock Celebration
2025-07-26 20:00 - 23:00 | Ivy City Smokehouse, 1356 Okie Street NE, Washigton, DC
Tributo a Hombres G & Enanitos Verdes: A Latin Rock Celebration
This special tribute concert honors two iconic Latin rock bands—Hombres G and Enanitos Verdes—with a full live performance by local favorites Zip Code Band, followed by a lively DMV after-party DJ set. A must-attend night for Latin rock lovers and culture enthusiasts alike.
Date: Saturday, July 26, 2025
Doors: 8 PM | Show: 9 PM
Where: The Tavern at Ivy City Smokehouse, 1356 Okie St. NE, DC
Music by: Zip Code Band + After-party DJ Set
Age: 21+

Fridays at the Fountain - National Landing
2025-08-01 17:30 - 20:00 | National Landing Water Park, 1601 Crystal Drive, Arlington, VA, 22202
Back for another season, Fridays at the Fountain invites you for free live music at National Landing Water Park, the region’s only outdoor food hall. Hosted by the National Landing BID in partnership with Pipkin Creative.
Guests can grab a drink and a bite to eat from one of National Landing Water Park’s beloved food stalls, bring a lawn chair or blanket, or enjoy the sounds of summer throughout the food hall’s public seating areas.
2025 music lineup:

August 1: Human Country Jukebox (Country)

August 8: Femi and the Foundation (Rock, Funk, Hip-Hop)

August 15: Orquesta Manplesa (Classic Salsa)

August 22: Rock Creek Kings (Rock)

August 29: Ari Voxx (Indie Pop)

WHEN: Every Friday from 5:30 to 8 p.m.
WHERE: National Landing Water Park – 1601 Crystal Drive, Arlington, VA 22202. Free parking after 4pm and easily accessible from the Crystal City Metro and bus lines.
HOW: Free admission, open to the public. RSVPs encouraged at Eventbrite.
For real-time event updates and more information on National Landing, please visit www.nationallanding.org/events/calendar or follow on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

Fridays at the Fountain - National Landing
2025-08-08 17:30 - 20:00 | National Landing Water Park, 1601 Crystal Drive, Arlington, VA, 22202
Back for another season, Fridays at the Fountain invites you for free live music at National Landing Water Park, the region’s only outdoor food hall. Hosted by the National Landing BID in partnership with Pipkin Creative.
Guests can grab a drink and a bite to eat from one of National Landing Water Park’s beloved food stalls, bring a lawn chair or blanket, or enjoy the sounds of summer throughout the food hall’s public seating areas.
2025 music lineup:

August 8: Femi and the Foundation (Rock, Funk, Hip-Hop)

August 15: Orquesta Manplesa (Classic Salsa)

August 22: Rock Creek Kings (Rock)

August 29: Ari Voxx (Indie Pop)

WHEN: Every Friday from 5:30 to 8 p.m.
WHERE: National Landing Water Park – 1601 Crystal Drive, Arlington, VA 22202. Free parking after 4pm and easily accessible from the Crystal City Metro and bus lines.
HOW: Free admission, open to the public. RSVPs encouraged at Eventbrite.
For real-time event updates and more information on National Landing, please visit www.nationallanding.org/events/calendar or follow on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

Fridays at the Fountain - National Landing
2025-08-15 17:30 - 20:00 | National Landing Water Park, 1601 Crystal Drive, Arlington, VA, 22202
Back for another season, Fridays at the Fountain invites you for free live music at National Landing Water Park, the region’s only outdoor food hall. Hosted by the National Landing BID in partnership with Pipkin Creative.
Guests can grab a drink and a bite to eat from one of National Landing Water Park’s beloved food stalls, bring a lawn chair or blanket, or enjoy the sounds of summer throughout the food hall’s public seating areas.
2025 music lineup:

August 15: Orquesta Manplesa (Classic Salsa)

August 22: Rock Creek Kings (Rock)

August 29: Ari Voxx (Indie Pop)

WHEN: Every Friday from 5:30 to 8 p.m.
WHERE: National Landing Water Park – 1601 Crystal Drive, Arlington, VA 22202. Free parking after 4pm and easily accessible from the Crystal City Metro and bus lines.
HOW: Free admission, open to the public. RSVPs encouraged at Eventbrite.
For real-time event updates and more information on National Landing, please visit www.nationallanding.org/events/calendar or follow on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

Fridays at the Fountain - National Landing
2025-08-22 17:30 - 20:00 | National Landing Water Park, 1601 Crystal Drive, Arlington, VA, 22202
Back for another season, Fridays at the Fountain invites you for free live music at National Landing Water Park, the region’s only outdoor food hall. Hosted by the National Landing BID in partnership with Pipkin Creative.
Guests can grab a drink and a bite to eat from one of National Landing Water Park’s beloved food stalls, bring a lawn chair or blanket, or enjoy the sounds of summer throughout the food hall’s public seating areas.
2025 music lineup:

August 22: Rock Creek Kings (Rock)

August 29: Ari Voxx (Indie Pop)

WHEN: Every Friday from 5:30 to 8 p.m.
WHERE: National Landing Water Park – 1601 Crystal Drive, Arlington, VA 22202. Free parking after 4pm and easily accessible from the Crystal City Metro and bus lines.
HOW: Free admission, open to the public. RSVPs encouraged at Eventbrite.
For real-time event updates and more information on National Landing, please visit www.nationallanding.org/events/calendar or follow on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

Fridays at the Fountain - National Landing
2025-08-29 17:30 - 20:00 | National Landing Water Park, 1601 Crystal Drive, Arlington, VA, 22202
Back for another season, Fridays at the Fountain invites you for free live music at National Landing Water Park, the region’s only outdoor food hall. Hosted by the National Landing BID in partnership with Pipkin Creative.
Guests can grab a drink and a bite to eat from one of National Landing Water Park’s beloved food stalls, bring a lawn chair or blanket, or enjoy the sounds of summer throughout the food hall’s public seating areas.
2025 music lineup:

August 29: Ari Voxx (Indie Pop)

WHEN: Every Friday from 5:30 to 8 p.m.
WHERE: National Landing Water Park – 1601 Crystal Drive, Arlington, VA 22202. Free parking after 4pm and easily accessible from the Crystal City Metro and bus lines.
HOW: Free admission, open to the public. RSVPs encouraged at Eventbrite.
For real-time event updates and more information on National Landing, please visit www.nationallanding.org/events/calendar or follow on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

Jazz in the Gardens | A Tribute to Quincy Jones
2025-09-03 17:30 - 20:00 | Hillwood Museum & Gardens, 4155 Linnean Avenue, NW, Washington, DC, 20008
Jazz in the Gardens | A Tribute to Quincy Jones
Wednesday, September 3, 2025, 5:30-8 p.m.
Enjoy an outdoor evening concert on Hillwood’s Lunar Lawn celebrating the iconic music of Quincy Jones, performed by Marshall Keys and local D.C. musicians.
www.HillwoodMuseum.org
4155 Linnean Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20008

Jazz in the Garden
2025-09-03 17:30 - 20:00 | Hillwood Museum & Gardens, 4155 Linnean Avenue, NW, Washington, DC, 20008
Spend an evening in the gardens, and enjoy an outdoor concert performed by D.C.’s Marshall Keys and local musicians and presented by executive producer Donna Limerick.

A Tribute to Quincy Jones
Wednesday, September 3, 2025, 5:30-8 p.m.
Concert begins at 6:30 p.m.
Celebrate the iconic music of Quincy Jones, an American record producer, composer, arranger, trumpet player, bandleader, and conductor.

Register

Prior to the performance, enjoy Hillwood’s mansion, gardens, the special exhibition From Exile to Avant-Garde: The Life of Princess Natalie Paley, greenhouse, museum shop, and a delightful selection of food and drinks from Merriweather To Go.

Rare Essence @ Ivy City Smokehouse
2025-09-07 18:00 - 23:00 | Ivy City Smokehouse, 1356 Okie Street NE, Washigton, DC
Rare Essence, Washington’s premier Go-Go band and a DC institution for over four decades, will be performing live on Sunday, September 7, 2025 at Ivy City Smokehouse. This is more than just a concert—it’s a full-on celebration of DC’s indigenous sound and cultural roots.
Rare Essence, affectionately known as “the Wickedest Band Alive,” has drawn multigenerational crowds since the ‘70s, and this event promises that same energy with a modern twist.
Event Highlights:

Live performance by Rare Essence from 6PM to 11PM
Award-winning food available—come early to dine in!
Standing-room-only vibe in the event space for max energy
Exclusive Bottle Service tables available (Limited! $250 deposit goes toward final tab)

Early access to tickets are live HERE.

Jazz in the Gardens | An Evening of Afro-Caribbean Jazz
2025-09-17 05:30 - 20:00 | Hillwood Museum & Gardens, 4155 Linnean Avenue, NW, Washington, DC, 20008
Jazz in the Gardens | An Evening of Afro-Caribbean Jazz
Wednesday, September 17, 2025, 5:30-8 p.m.
Enjoy an outdoor evening concert on Hillwood’s Lunar Lawn and be transported by the sound of the steel pan, with a performance featuring Marshall Keys and some of the finest jazz musicians in the D.C. area.
www.HillwoodMuseum.org
4155 Linnean Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20008

Jazz in the Garden
2025-09-17 17:30 - 20:00 | Hillwood Museum & Gardens, 4155 Linnean Avenue, NW, Washington, DC, 20008
Spend an evening in the gardens, and enjoy an outdoor concert performed by D.C.’s Marshall Keys and local musicians and presented by executive producer Donna Limerick.

An Evening of Afro-Caribbean Jazz
Wednesday, September 17, 2025, 5:30-8 p.m.
Concert begins at 6:30 p.m.
Delight in the unique melodies of Afro-Caribbean jazz and be transported by the sound of the steel pan.

Register

Prior to the performance, enjoy Hillwood’s mansion, gardens, the special exhibition From Exile to Avant-Garde: The Life of Princess Natalie Paley, greenhouse, museum shop, and a delightful selection of food and drinks from Merriweather To Go.

NaLa Noches Latin Music Series @ National Landing
2025-09-18 17:00 - 19:00 | Metropolitan Park, 1330 S Fair Street, Arlington, VA, 22202
Introducing NaLa Noches, a new Latin music series this fall in National Landing’s Metropolitan Park. Hosted by the National Landing BID and sponsored by Amazon—with a stellar lineup curated by DC trumpet legend Joe Herrera—the free live music series kicks off Thursday, September 18 (5:00 – 7:00 p.m.) with a performance by Max Rosado, a powerhouse vocalist known for his salsa and tropical rhythms. Concurrent with Hispanic Heritage Month, NaLa Noches celebrates the broader diaspora of Latin music with weekly performances showcasing Venezuelan jazz, Boleros, and more, concluding with the popular salsa band, Bio Ritmo. For more info, visit www.nationallanding.org/NaLaNoches.

Guests are invited to grab a bite from local restaurants in Met Park including Taqueria Xochi, Peruvian Brothers and more, enjoy free Topo Chico (while supplies last) and dive into hands-on art activities hosted on-site by the Museum of Contemporary Art Arlington. Plus, stop by the National Landing BID tent for giveaways!

2025 NaLa Noches music and art lineup:

September 18: Max Rosado (Salsa)

On-site art activity: Create Caracas-inspired prints with artist Ana Chabela

September 25: Gigi MacLaughlin (Brazilian music)

On-site art activity: Color Papel Amate-inspired prints designed by artist David Amoroso

October 2: Miramar (Boleros)

On-site art activity: Make tissue paper marigolds and flowers

October 29: Fran Vielma (Venezuela jazz)

On-site art activity: Make Folklórico crafts with artist David Amoroso

October 16: Alfredo Mojica (Salsa)

On-site art activity: Mold plasticine clay figurines

October 23: Bio Ritmo (Psychedelic Salsa)

On-site art activity: Paint watercolor prints of fall fruits and vegetables

WHEN: Every Thursday from September 18 to October 23 from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m.

WHERE: Metropolitan Park (1330 S Fair Street, Arlington, VA 22202)

HOW: The event is free; however, RSVPs are encouraged via Eventbrite.

GETTING THERE: Metropolitan Park is easily accessible by rail and approximately a 7-minute walk from Pentagon City Metro, or a 10-minute walk from Crystal City Metro Station. Capital Bikeshare stations are within a short walk and limited bike parking is also available. For those driving, there are ample parking options in the vicinity.

NaLa Noches Latin Music Series @ National Landing
2025-09-25 17:00 - 19:00 | Metropolitan Park, 1330 S Fair Street, Arlington, VA, 22202
Introducing NaLa Noches, a new Latin music series this fall in National Landing’s Metropolitan Park. Hosted by the National Landing BID and sponsored by Amazon—with a stellar lineup curated by DC trumpet legend Joe Herrera—the free live music series kicks off Thursday, September 18 (5:00 – 7:00 p.m.) with a performance by Max Rosado, a powerhouse vocalist known for his salsa and tropical rhythms. Concurrent with Hispanic Heritage Month, NaLa Noches celebrates the broader diaspora of Latin music with weekly performances showcasing Venezuelan jazz, Boleros, and more, concluding with the popular salsa band, Bio Ritmo. For more info, visit www.nationallanding.org/NaLaNoches.

Guests are invited to grab a bite from local restaurants in Met Park including Taqueria Xochi, Peruvian Brothers and more, enjoy free Topo Chico (while supplies last) and dive into hands-on art activities hosted on-site by the Museum of Contemporary Art Arlington. Plus, stop by the National Landing BID tent for giveaways!

2025 NaLa Noches music and art lineup:

September 25: Gigi MacLaughlin (Brazilian music)

On-site art activity: Color Papel Amate-inspired prints designed by artist David Amoroso

October 2: Miramar (Boleros)

On-site art activity: Make tissue paper marigolds and flowers

October 29: Fran Vielma (Venezuela jazz)

On-site art activity: Make Folklórico crafts with artist David Amoroso

October 16: Alfredo Mojica (Salsa)

On-site art activity: Mold plasticine clay figurines

October 23: Bio Ritmo (Psychedelic Salsa)

On-site art activity: Paint watercolor prints of fall fruits and vegetables

WHEN: Every Thursday from September 18 to October 23 from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m.

WHERE: Metropolitan Park (1330 S Fair Street, Arlington, VA 22202)

HOW: The event is free; however, RSVPs are encouraged via Eventbrite.

GETTING THERE: Metropolitan Park is easily accessible by rail and approximately a 7-minute walk from Pentagon City Metro, or a 10-minute walk from Crystal City Metro Station. Capital Bikeshare stations are within a short walk and limited bike parking is also available. For those driving, there are ample parking options in the vicinity.

NaLa Noches Latin Music Series @ National Landing
2025-10-02 17:00 - 19:00 | Metropolitan Park, 1330 S Fair Street, Arlington, VA, 22202
Introducing NaLa Noches, a new Latin music series this fall in National Landing’s Metropolitan Park. Hosted by the National Landing BID and sponsored by Amazon—with a stellar lineup curated by DC trumpet legend Joe Herrera—the free live music series kicks off Thursday, September 18 (5:00 – 7:00 p.m.) with a performance by Max Rosado, a powerhouse vocalist known for his salsa and tropical rhythms. Concurrent with Hispanic Heritage Month, NaLa Noches celebrates the broader diaspora of Latin music with weekly performances showcasing Venezuelan jazz, Boleros, and more, concluding with the popular salsa band, Bio Ritmo. For more info, visit www.nationallanding.org/NaLaNoches.

Guests are invited to grab a bite from local restaurants in Met Park including Taqueria Xochi, Peruvian Brothers and more, enjoy free Topo Chico (while supplies last) and dive into hands-on art activities hosted on-site by the Museum of Contemporary Art Arlington. Plus, stop by the National Landing BID tent for giveaways!

2025 NaLa Noches music and art lineup:

October 2: Miramar (Boleros)

On-site art activity: Make tissue paper marigolds and flowers

October 29: Fran Vielma (Venezuela jazz)

On-site art activity: Make Folklórico crafts with artist David Amoroso

October 16: Alfredo Mojica (Salsa)

On-site art activity: Mold plasticine clay figurines

October 23: Bio Ritmo (Psychedelic Salsa)

On-site art activity: Paint watercolor prints of fall fruits and vegetables

WHEN: Every Thursday from September 18 to October 23 from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m.

WHERE: Metropolitan Park (1330 S Fair Street, Arlington, VA 22202)

HOW: The event is free; however, RSVPs are encouraged via Eventbrite.

GETTING THERE: Metropolitan Park is easily accessible by rail and approximately a 7-minute walk from Pentagon City Metro, or a 10-minute walk from Crystal City Metro Station. Capital Bikeshare stations are within a short walk and limited bike parking is also available. For those driving, there are ample parking options in the vicinity.

NaLa Noches Latin Music Series @ National Landing
2025-10-09 05:00 - 19:00 | Metropolitan Park, 1330 S Fair Street, Arlington, VA, 22202
Introducing NaLa Noches, a new Latin music series this fall in National Landing’s Metropolitan Park. Hosted by the National Landing BID and sponsored by Amazon—with a stellar lineup curated by DC trumpet legend Joe Herrera—the free live music series kicks off Thursday, September 18 (5:00 – 7:00 p.m.) with a performance by Max Rosado, a powerhouse vocalist known for his salsa and tropical rhythms. Concurrent with Hispanic Heritage Month, NaLa Noches celebrates the broader diaspora of Latin music with weekly performances showcasing Venezuelan jazz, Boleros, and more, concluding with the popular salsa band, Bio Ritmo. For more info, visit www.nationallanding.org/NaLaNoches.

Guests are invited to grab a bite from local restaurants in Met Park including Taqueria Xochi, Peruvian Brothers and more, enjoy free Topo Chico (while supplies last) and dive into hands-on art activities hosted on-site by the Museum of Contemporary Art Arlington. Plus, stop by the National Landing BID tent for giveaways!

2025 NaLa Noches music and art lineup:

October 9: Fran Vielma (Venezuela jazz)

On-site art activity: Make Folklórico crafts with artist David Amoroso

October 16: Alfredo Mojica (Salsa)

On-site art activity: Mold plasticine clay figurines

October 23: Bio Ritmo (Psychedelic Salsa)

On-site art activity: Paint watercolor prints of fall fruits and vegetables

WHEN: Every Thursday from September 18 to October 23 from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m.

WHERE: Metropolitan Park (1330 S Fair Street, Arlington, VA 22202)

HOW: The event is free; however, RSVPs are encouraged via Eventbrite.

GETTING THERE: Metropolitan Park is easily accessible by rail and approximately a 7-minute walk from Pentagon City Metro, or a 10-minute walk from Crystal City Metro Station. Capital Bikeshare stations are within a short walk and limited bike parking is also available. For those driving, there are ample parking options in the vicinity.

NaLa Noches Latin Music Series @ National Landing
2025-10-16 17:00 - 19:00 | Metropolitan Park, 1330 S Fair Street, Arlington, VA, 22202
Introducing NaLa Noches, a new Latin music series this fall in National Landing’s Metropolitan Park. Hosted by the National Landing BID and sponsored by Amazon—with a stellar lineup curated by DC trumpet legend Joe Herrera—the free live music series kicks off Thursday, September 18 (5:00 – 7:00 p.m.) with a performance by Max Rosado, a powerhouse vocalist known for his salsa and tropical rhythms. Concurrent with Hispanic Heritage Month, NaLa Noches celebrates the broader diaspora of Latin music with weekly performances showcasing Venezuelan jazz, Boleros, and more, concluding with the popular salsa band, Bio Ritmo. For more info, visit www.nationallanding.org/NaLaNoches.

Guests are invited to grab a bite from local restaurants in Met Park including Taqueria Xochi, Peruvian Brothers and more, enjoy free Topo Chico (while supplies last) and dive into hands-on art activities hosted on-site by the Museum of Contemporary Art Arlington. Plus, stop by the National Landing BID tent for giveaways!

2025 NaLa Noches music and art lineup:

October 16: Alfredo Mojica (Salsa)

On-site art activity: Mold plasticine clay figurines

October 23: Bio Ritmo (Psychedelic Salsa)

On-site art activity: Paint watercolor prints of fall fruits and vegetables

WHEN: Every Thursday from September 18 to October 23 from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m.

WHERE: Metropolitan Park (1330 S Fair Street, Arlington, VA 22202)

HOW: The event is free; however, RSVPs are encouraged via Eventbrite.

GETTING THERE: Metropolitan Park is easily accessible by rail and approximately a 7-minute walk from Pentagon City Metro, or a 10-minute walk from Crystal City Metro Station. Capital Bikeshare stations are within a short walk and limited bike parking is also available. For those driving, there are ample parking options in the vicinity.

naLa Noches Latin Music Series @National Landing
2025-10-23 17:00 - 19:00 | Metropolitan Park, 1330 S Fair Street, Arlington, VA, 22202
Introducing NaLa Noches, a new Latin music series this fall in National Landing’s Metropolitan Park. Hosted by the National Landing BID and sponsored by Amazon—with a stellar lineup curated by DC trumpet legend Joe Herrera—the free live music series kicks off Thursday, September 18 (5:00 – 7:00 p.m.) with a performance by Max Rosado, a powerhouse vocalist known for his salsa and tropical rhythms. Concurrent with Hispanic Heritage Month, NaLa Noches celebrates the broader diaspora of Latin music with weekly performances showcasing Venezuelan jazz, Boleros, and more, concluding with the popular salsa band, Bio Ritmo. For more info, visit www.nationallanding.org/NaLaNoches.

Guests are invited to grab a bite from local restaurants in Met Park including Taqueria Xochi, Peruvian Brothers and more, enjoy free Topo Chico (while supplies last) and dive into hands-on art activities hosted on-site by the Museum of Contemporary Art Arlington. Plus, stop by the National Landing BID tent for giveaways!

2025 NaLa Noches music and art lineup:

October 23: Bio Ritmo (Psychedelic Salsa)

On-site art activity: Paint watercolor prints of fall fruits and vegetables

WHEN: Every Thursday from September 18 to October 23 from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m.

WHERE: Metropolitan Park (1330 S Fair Street, Arlington, VA 22202)

HOW: The event is free; however, RSVPs are encouraged via Eventbrite.

GETTING THERE: Metropolitan Park is easily accessible by rail and approximately a 7-minute walk from Pentagon City Metro, or a 10-minute walk from Crystal City Metro Station. Capital Bikeshare stations are within a short walk and limited bike parking is also available. For those driving, there are ample parking options in the vicinity.

Violinist Kristin Lee and Pianist Jun Cho Perform American Sketches
2025-10-26 16:00 - 18:00 | Phillips Collection, 1600 21st Street NW, Washington, DC
On Sunday, October 26, 2025 at 4pm, violinist Kristin Lee – praised in The Strad for her “elegance” and “vivacity and electric energy” – will perform with pianist Jun Cho in a concert presented by The Phillips Collection (1600 21st Street NW). Coinciding with The Phillips Collection’s exhibition Out of Many: Reframing an American Art Collection (November 8, 2025-February 15, 2026), the program features music from Kristin Lee’s debut solo album, American Sketches, released on First Hand Records last year.
Out of Many tells a dynamic story of how artists have imagined and depicted American identity. Like the exhibition, American Sketches presents a panoramic view of America’s musical landscape, reflecting the distinct and recognizable sound of American music and its rich history. The album and concert program also encompass Lee’s journey as an American as well as the journeys of the composers she has selected. The concert is part of Phillips Music, the museum’s renowned Sunday Concerts series, now in its 85th season. For over 80 years, Phillips Music has presented exceptional young musicians alongside an international roster of acclaimed performers in the intimate, art-filled setting of the museum’s Music Room. A cornerstone of Washington, DC’s classical music scene, the series continues to champion both classic repertoire and innovative new works.
A violinist of remarkable versatility and impeccable technique, Kristin Lee enjoys a vibrant career as a soloist, chamber musician, educator, and artistic director. “Her technique is flawless, and she has a sense of melodic shaping that reflects an artistic maturity,” writes the St. Louis Post-Dispatch, and The Strad reports, “She seems entirely comfortable with stylistic diversity, which is one criterion that separates the run-of-the-mill instrumentalists from true artists.”
For her American Sketches program at The Phillips Collection, Kristin Lee will perform Four Southland Sketches by H.T. Burleigh (1866-1949); Non-Poem 4 by Jonathan Ragonese (b.1989); Sonata No. 2 “Poeme Mystique” by Ernst Bloch (1880-1959); But Not For Me (arr. Jeremy Jordan) by George Gershwin (1898-1937); Lament (arr. Jeremy Jordan) by J.J. Johnson (1924-2001); The Entertainer (arr. Jeremy Jordan); by Scott Joplin (1868-1917); Romance by Amy Beach (1867-1944) and Fantasy on Themes from Porgy and Bess (arr. Frolov) by George Gershwin (1898-1937).
American Sketches embraces the beauty of cultural diversity in the U.S. The album has a personal resonance for Lee. A native of Seoul, Korea, she emigrated to the U.S. at the age of seven. During her childhood, playing the violin was a refuge from bullying and racism for Kristin – she moved to the U.S. not speaking any English, and felt the violin became her voice. As a foreign-born citizen of the U.S., Lee was compelled to select repertoire for the album that would express her pride in the country she now calls her own.
Performing on a violin crafted in Italy in 1759 by Gennaro Gagliano, in addition to her solo appearances, Kristin Lee tours throughout the world as a member of New York’s Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center, including in Italy, Croatia, Germany, Taiwan, and across the U.S. Always up for adventure, at the Moab Music Festival in Utah, Lee has performed in such unexpected places as rafting down the Colorado River, in a natural rock grotto, and in the magical landscape of the red rock canyons of the area.
As a soloist, Kristin Lee has appeared with leading orchestras including The Philadelphia Orchestra, St. Louis Symphony, St. Paul Chamber Orchestra, New Jersey Symphony, Hawai’i Symphony, Hong Kong Philharmonic, Ural Philharmonic of Russia, Korean Broadcasting Symphony, Guiyang Symphony Orchestra of China, and Orquesta Sinfonica Nacional of Dominican Republic. She has performed on the world’s finest concert stages, including Carnegie Hall, Avery Fisher Hall, the Kennedy Center, Kimmel Center, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Ravinia Festival, the Louvre Museum, the Phillips Collection, and Korea’s Kumho Art Gallery. In 2026, she makes her solo recital debut at Carnegie Hall performing her program American Sketches with pianist John Novacek. An accomplished chamber musician, Kristin Lee is a member of the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center, performing regularly in New York at Lincoln Center and on tour.
In addition to her prolific performance career, Lee is a devoted educator. She has served on the faculty of the University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music and she has also been in residence with the Singapore National Youth Orchestra, the El Sistema Chamber Music Festival of Venezuela, and is a summer faculty member at Music@Menlo’s Chamber Music Institute. Lee is also the founding artistic director of Emerald City Music (ECM), a chamber music series that presents authentically unique concert experiences and bridges the divide between the highest caliber classical music and the many diverse communities of the Puget Sound region of Washington State.
Kristin Lee’s honors include an Avery Fisher Career Grant, top prizes in the Walter W. Naumburg Competition and the Astral Artists National Auditions, and awards from the Trondheim Chamber Music Competition, Trio di Trieste Premio International Competition, the SYLFF Fellowship, Dorothy DeLay Scholarship, the Aspen Music Festival’s Violin Competition, the New Jersey Young Artists’ Competition, and the Salon de Virtuosi Scholarship Foundation.
Born in Seoul, Lee moved to the United States and studied under prestigious teachers including Sonja Foster, Catherine Cho, Dorothy DeLay, Donald Weilerstein, and Itzhak Perlman. Lee holds a Master’s degree from The Juilliard School. Lee’s violin was crafted in Naples, Italy in 1759 by Gennaro Gagliano and is generously loaned to her by Paul & Linda Gridley. For more information, visit www.violinistkristinlee.com.

Simone Dinnerstein, Jennifer Johnson Cano, Katherine Needleman, and Baroklyn
2025-10-29 20:00 - 22:00 | Library of Congress, 10 1st Street SE, Washington, DC, 20001, United States
On Wednesday, October 29, 2025 at 8pm, GRAMMY®-nominated pianist Simone Dinnerstein – described by The New York Times as “colorful and idiosyncratic” – performs with Baroklyn, the string ensemble she founded and directs, in music from their recent Bach album Complicité.
Presented by Library of Congress in the Thomas Jefferson Building – Coolidge Auditorium (10 1st Street SE) Washington D.C., the concert also features mezzo-soprano Jennifer Johnson Cano and oboist Katherine Needleman with Dinnerstein and Baroklyn
Simone Dinnerstein is well known for her distinctive musical voice and for her expressive performances of music by J.S. Bach. She first came to wider public attention in 2007 through her recording of Bach’s Goldberg Variations, reflecting an aesthetic that was both deeply rooted in the score and profoundly idiosyncratic. She is, wrote The New York Times, “a unique voice in the forest of Bach interpretation.”
For her most recent performance at the Library of Congress in February 2024, Dinnerstein celebrated the 100th anniversary of George Gershwin’s Rhapsody in Blue with the U.S. Air Force Band. Her October 29 performance commemorates the centennial anniversary of the Library of Congress’s Concert Series. In celebration of the milestone, Dinnerstein will begin the concert program performing a solo piano arrangement of Allein Gott in der Höh sei Ehr, the same chorale that opened the LOC’s concert series in October 1925, when it was performed on the organ. In a special letter to organist Lynnwood Farnam–the first musician to play in the Coolidge Auditorium–that the Library of Congress shared with Dinnerstein, the message describes an approach to programming that is very similar to that which Dinnerstein applies to her performances – thinking of a concert feeling like a “service” (as it’s put in the letter), with one piece continuing into the next without applause. Dinnerstein and Baroklyn’s performance thoughtfully connects the concert series’ past with the present.
Letter from the Library of Congress written by Music Division Chief Carl Engel
Following the opening of the concert, the program will feature music from Complicité, including Dinnerstein and Baroklyn’s arrangement of Bach’s chorale Herr Gott, nun schleuß den Himmel auf, BWV 617; Bach’s Keyboard Concerto in E Major, BWV 1053; J.S. Bach: Der Leib war in der Erden, BWV 161 (arr. Simone Dinnerstein and Baroklyn); Bach’s Cantata 170, Vergnügte Ruh, beliebte Seelenlust with continuo realization by Philip Lasser; and In the Air, Lasser’s recomposition of Bach’s Air on the G String.
The deeply felt recording has been warmly-received by listeners – Complicité has already been streamed over 1 million times. Gramophone describes Dinnerstein’s performance as “full of life, engagement and detail.” Of the new album, Textura writes: “Not only are the performances terrific, the music impresses for being more than faithful replications of existing scores but instead arresting re-imaginings that take Bach’s pieces into dynamic new realms.” Read the album press release here and listen here.
Dinnerstein says of her group Baroklyn, “Baroklyn is a group of string players which I lead from the piano. We’re a community that shares the artistic vision that is most important to me, that music should be creative and new. Rehearsal is important to us, and I’ve been influenced by theater practice in which we listen to each other and pass musical ideas and phrases within the group. We rehearse and perform in a semi-circle around the piano and I rearrange parts to emphasize lines, voices and imitative qualities to create a sense of dialogue.” The ensemble’s name is a portmanteau of Baroque and Brooklyn, Dinnerstein’s home borough.
Coinciding with the album’s release, Dinnerstein spoke with NPR’s Morning Edition about the project, as well as about her experience with performance anxiety and the way that playing with the sheet music on an iPad has resolved this for her. Of her work with Baroklyn, she said, “It’s like a sharing circle, and you hear everybody’s individuality, their individual sound as it gets passed around.” Listen to the NPR interview here.
Of the album’s title, Dinnerstein says, “Complicité is a term that I first heard from my son, who studied the teachings of the French theatre practitioner, Jacques Lecoq. Three important ideas that Lecoq communicated to his students were le jeu (playfulness), complicité (togetherness), and disponsibilité (openness). I was so intrigued by these ideas, and the different exercises that my son learned in order to cultivate these skills within ensemble acting, that I decided to try a Lecoq approach with my own musical ensemble, Baroklyn.”

National Chamber Ensemble Season Opener
2025-11-08 19:30 - 22:00 | Gunston Arts Center, 2700 S. Lang Street, Arlington, VA, 22206
The National Chamber Ensemble (NCE) launches its 2025–2026 season with Parisian Dreams: Ravel and Saint-Saëns on Saturday, November 8, 2025 at 7:30 PM at the Gunston Arts Center – Theater 1. This elegant evening transports audiences to the glamour and charm of turn-of-the-century Paris in a program celebrating French sophistication, lyricism, and
innovation.
The concert pays tribute to the 150th birthday of Maurice Ravel, featuring some of his most beloved and exotic works, including the sensual Habanera, the stately Pavane, the sparkling Le Tombeau de Couperin, and the brilliant Alborada del gracioso for solo piano. Completing the program is the passionate Piano Quartet in B-flat Major by Camille Saint-Saëns, showcasing French romanticism at its most dazzling.
The evening opens with the lively Rondeau by Cécile Chaminade, the first woman composer awarded the Legion d’Honneur, whose music embodies both charm and brilliance. Together, these works create an immersive journey through the lush textures and emotional depth of French impressionism and romanticism.
Performing are acclaimed NCE musicians:
 Carlos César Rodríguez, piano
 Leo Sushansky, violin & artistic director
 Uri Wassertzug, viola
 Steven Honigberg, cello
“
We are thrilled to begin our 19th season with music that captures the essence of Parisian
elegance and imagination,” says Artistic Director Leo Sushansky. “It is a celebration of timeless
artistry, beauty, and innovation that continues to inspire.”
Tickets and more info is available now through the National Chamber Ensemble’s website:
www.NationalChamberEnsemble.org
Tickets: Gen admission $45, student $25, Season ticket $169: Tickets
Venue Address: Gunston Arts Center – Theater 1
2700 S. Lang Street
Arlington, VA 22206 (Free parking)
Info: (703)685-8690
