Things to Do in Washington, DC

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May 19–31, 2013 Throughout the month of May, people from all over the DC area travel the world without every leaving the city at the annual PassportDC. Held through May, the 2013 PassportDC takes place at embassies throughout Washington, D.C. Each year ... more

Culture / Landmark / Park

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Party Earth Review “Let’s go to the Mall” has a different meaning in DC, where the National Mall brings in more than twenty-four million visitors a year – all without the help of an Apple Store. Stretching from the Capitol Building on the east side to the towering Lincoln Memorial on the west, this historic two-mile stretch of grass, fountains ... more

Comedy Show / Stand-Up Comedy

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May 19, 2013 8:00 pm Sixth & I Historic Synagogue Lewis Black is known for his angry comedic style that comments on history, politics, religion, and cultural issues. Black’s parents – a teacher and a mechanical engineer – taught him to question authority at an early age ... more

Nightlife Area / Shopping Area

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Party Earth Review Known as the heart of DC’s African American community and home to an eclectic mix of people who share a love of music, art, theater, and food, U Street – after decades of neglect – has been the focus of a major resurgence since the late 1990s. With historic landmarks like the Lincoln and Howard Theaters, where Duke Ellington ... more

Food Festival

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May 19, 2013 12:00 pm Saint Andrew Romanian Orthodox Church (Potomac, MD) Stuffed cabbage rolls, stuffed grape leaf rolls, stuffed vegetarian rolls, mititei, pastrami, sausages, soups, delicious home made deserts and more. ... more

Nightlife Area / Park / Plaza

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Party Earth Review With its stunning views of the Potomac River, the Georgetown Waterfront is a popular place to spend relaxed sunny afternoons that can quickly fade into rambunctious evenings. The cornerstone of the area is the Washington Harbour Plaza, where four restaurants take ready advantage of their location with ample outdoor seating ... more

Arts Festival / Music Festival

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May 19, 2013 Every Spring in Washington, DC, electronic music, art, and new media geeks and fans come together for FORWARD. FORWARD is a rare American five-day festival that celebrates everything about creative electronic culture. FORWARD’s mission ... more

Outdoor Activity / Park

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Party Earth Review Just west of the city of Arlington, and less than two miles south of the heart of Washington, DC, the glorified lawn that makes up Gravelly Point Park might not seem like a worthwhile destination – until the vigorous roar of a 747 explodes overhead. Built within spitting distance of Reagan National Airport, the park is ... more

Ethnic Festival

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May 19–30, 2013 Culture lovers explore a wide range of Asian sights, sounds, and flavors at the annual Fiesta Asia. Held throughout the month of May, the 2013 Fiesta Asia takes place at a wide range of venues in Washington, D.C., including the West End Cinema ... more

Nightlife Area / Shopping Area

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Party Earth Review Home to some of the District’s most popular restaurants, bars, and high-end shops, M Street is a central part of the Georgetown experience, especially for the fourteen thousand students at nearby Georgetown University. Lined with cobblestone sidewalks and 18th-century colonial homes, the area is awash during the day with ... more

Food & Drink Event

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May 19, 2013 5:00 pm Ballston-MU Station (Arlington, VA) Foodies and culture hounds flock to the annual Taste of Arlington. Held on a day in May, the 2013 Taste of Arlington takes place at the Ballston-MU Station in Arlington, Virginia. With great food, drinks, and live music, there’s ... more

Flea Market / Outdoor Activity

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Party Earth Review Housed inside a massive brick building, Eastern Market has been peddling local produce, meats, and cheeses since 1873, and attracts throngs of lifetime District residents and tourists alike who prefer the neighborhood vibe and fresh offerings unmatched by corporate food chains. Shoppers shuffling through the tall and noisy ... more