Music Lovers Rejoice!
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Project Glow (Sat-Sun) explodes onto the scene, bringing together electronic and dance music aficionados for a two-day extravaganza featuring established DJs and rising stars like ILLENIUM, Zedd, and Rezz (RFK Festival Grounds).
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Petworth PorchFest (Sat) transforms front porches and local businesses into intimate music venues, showcasing a delightful mix of folk, rock, hip-hop, and more (Petworth).
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Lena Seikaly (Wed) serenades audiences with the timeless melodies of Duke Ellington at Blues Alley (Georgetown).
Indulge Your Inner Francophile
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The highly anticipated Georgetown French Market (Fri-Sun) returns, transforming Wisconsin Avenue into a Parisian paradise with sidewalk sales, delectable French cuisine, and even street performers like stilt walkers and face painters (Georgetown).
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Brilliant Exiles (opens Fri), a new exhibit at the National Portrait Gallery, explores the captivating stories of American women who made their mark on the Parisian art scene in the early 20th century (Smithsonian National Portrait Gallery).
Chocolate Symphony
- The DC Chocolate Festival (Sat) offers the perfect opportunity to tantalize your taste buds with delectable treats from over 30 regional chocolate vendors. Learn how chocolate is made, participate in workshops, and meet the passionate chocolatiers behind your favorite sweet treats (La Maison Française).
Beyond the Highlights
This is just a mere sampling of what DC has to offer this week. If you're looking for more options, here are some hidden gems:
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Terence Blanchard's Fire Shut Up in My Bones (Fri) is a powerful opera presented by Strathmore, based on a poignant memoir about overcoming abuse (Bethesda).
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Catch David Baldacci (Tues) discussing his latest novel, A Calamity of Souls, at Politics and Prose (Northwest DC).
Looking for Activities with the Whole Family?
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Take your furry friend to the Nats game (Tues) for Pups in the Park Day, where part of the proceeds benefit the Humane Rescue Alliance (Nationals Park).
Don't Miss Out!
So whether you're a dance music devotee, a history buff, or simply seeking a delicious way to spend the weekend, DC has something to offer you this week. Plan your adventures, grab your friends and family, and get ready to experience the vibrant energy of the nation's capital!