As we transition from summer into fall, things aren’t slowing down in D.C., with more sights to see and events to partake in than ever!
Here’s a roundup of all the fun you don’t want to miss out on in the District this month:
This iconic musical experience was once featured at Art Basel and has since toured the nation, becoming one of the most exciting pop-up experiences everywhere it goes!
The experience will only be around for a little bit longer, which means that there is a limited time to visit.
The Fever Originals Candlelight series is the perfect way to unwind and relax.
You can lose yourself in classical renditions of your favorite tunes amid soft candlelight.
With multiple genres and musical themes to choose from, there’s bound to be a concert that’s perfect for you!
If you are interested in booking one of the most unique and memorable dining experiences for yourself and someone important to you, then this is the plan for you!
Dining In The Dark has a unique system that ensures your dietary preferences are being met while also maintaining a fun, surprising, and most of all, delicious dining experience.
Everyday from 12-1 pm, you can head to Wilson Plaza for a 1-hour live music concert series, with genres ranging from bluegrass folk to reggae to rock and country.
The concert series will be running until September 25th.
This immersive experience lets you play in ball pits, take a larger-than-life bubble bath, and escape into a fantasy world perfect for a hot summer day.
Bubble Planet will be open during select days all throughout the month, so come with a group, take part in a cool immersive, sometimes VR experience, and escape reality.
Smithsonian Starstruck: An Immersive Experience is a fully interactive, 3D virtual reality experience that begins at the Smithsonian’s Whipple Observatory before launching visitors into space aboard the world’s most powerful telescopes.
Created in collaboration with the Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory, the experience takes visitors on a breathtaking journey through the cosmos, from dazzling galaxies to the edge of a black hole.
This August, you can purchase fresh produce and artisanal goods while taking in live music at Capital Harvest on the Plaza.
Taking place on Woodrow Wilson Plaza on Wednesdays from 10 am to 2 pm, the market aims “to foster a sense of community, stimulate economic development and improve quality of life” for the D.C. community!
What’s better than a free outdoor movie?!
Just outside of D.C. at National Harbor, the Movies on the Potomac series is running through September.
Fun for all ages, every 6 pm on Sunday features a family-friendly film, while couples and adults can come for Thursday’s 7 pm date night showings.
Enjoy the D.C. JazzFest events happening around the District
Taking place from September 2nd to the 6th, D.C. Jazzfest is one of the most fun District wide events of the year!
Even if you aren’t a fan of jazz music, the energy and good vibes that stem from this annual celebration of jazz is enough to put a smile on everyone’s face.
Summer is coming to an end, and as autumn creeps in, the leaves around the DMV area start to turn into an incredibly breathtaking array of colors.
Check out one of these gorgeous hikes within driving distance of the District to take in the start of fall in style!
Head to the D.C. State Fair
On Sunday, September 6th, the District will be hosting its very own State Fair on Anthem Row, which will celebrate D.C.’s agricultural, culinary, and artistic talents!
The event is free to attend and perfect family-friendly destination for all Washingtonians.
Just over an hour’s drive from D.C., the Maryland State Fair is taking place over the course of three weekends:
- August 27th – 30th
- September 3rd – 7th
- September 10th – 13th
The incredible fair will feature rides, games, animals, and a wide range of fair foods for you to try!
There will even be a mullet competition taking place on the morning of the state fair’s last day.
On Saturday, September 12th, The Wharf is partnering with a number of local organizations and women’s athletic teams to put on a free and family-friendly celebration of women in sports.
According to organizers, you can expect a number of engaging activities including:
- Red Ball Tennis with USTA Mid Atlantic Foundation
- A Fastest Serve challenge with Howard University’s Women’s Tennis Team
- Soccer skills and games with DC Power FC
- An NWSL-themed AI vending machine where guests can discover their team match and receive a free soccer scarf
- A chance to learn about women’s pickup games and fall leagues with Volo DC
- Music from DJ Heat, the official DJ of the Washington Mystics
- A live US Open Women’s Final watch party on the Transit Pier jumbo screen
The event will take place on the Wharf’s transit pier from 2 pm to 6 pm.
One of the District’s most sought-after events of the year just so happens to be Gallery Nights at the National Gallery of Art, which only happens around once a month for a few months in the Spring and again for a few months in the Fall!
On Thursday, September 10th, the Fall edition of Gallery Nights is returning, and this time with a new theme dubbed, “American Icons“.
Catch a concert at your favorite local venue
Capital One Arena: Garth Brooks (Sept. 18 & 19), Aesoa (Sept. 22), Gorillaz (Sept. 26), Charli XCX (Sept. 28), Phoebe Bridgers (Sept. 29), The Jonas Brothers (Sept. 30)
The Anthem: Social Distortion (Sept. 4), Ken Carson (Sept. 5), Robyn (Sept. 8 & 9), Jay Park (Sept. 10), Sara Bareilles (Sept. 12 & 13), Jungle (Sept. 17 & 18), Malcolm Todd (Sept. 20), Mastodon (Sept. 25), Ringo Starr (Sept. 28), Shaboozey (Sept. 30)
The Atlantis: Pokey LaFarge (Sept. 23), Katie Pruitt (Sept. 24), Bebe Stockwell (Sept. 28), Stanley Simmons (Sept. 30)
9:30 Club: Channel Tres (Sept. 7), Bella Kay (Sept. 10), Whitney (Sept. 16), Ashley Cooke (Sept. 18), Steph Tolev (Sept. 19), Julia Wolf (Sept. 28), Sex Pistols (Sept. 29)
Echostage: Lucki (Sept. 3) Chris Stassy (Sept. 5), Hugel (Sept. 5), Ryan Castro (Sept. 15), Ian Asher (Sept. 19)
Every history and art lover’s dream, Washington D.C. is home to over 70 museums, including 19 free Smithsonian museums and galleries.
With each museum boasting a rotation of numerous must-see exhibits, trying to choose where to start can be overwhelming – which is exactly we ranked our top-10 must-see art exhibits in DC right now!
A celebration of bicycling in the District, people ages 3+ and all riding abilities can register to partake in this social ride on Saturday, September 12th, stretching across 20 miles of car-free streets!
The event will also feature live music, a wide selection of food stands, as well as ample opportunities for quality camaraderie with others.
This is one group ride you won’t want to miss!
The 48th annual Adams Morgan Day is back on September 14th to celebrate its vibrant community with D.C.’s longest-running neighborhood festival.
The fun-filled 18th Street NW will be closed to traffic so you can visit local businesses, restaurants, and bars to revel in all the neighborhood has to offer!
Feeling crafty?
Featuring paintings, jewelry, candles, and beyond, these hands-on creative classes will unleash your inner maker (and reduce your screen time).
Take a look at some of our favorite DIY classes and workshops here.
There are several incredible beer gardens across the capital city and many of them are going all out this September to celebrate Oktoberfest with special deals and unique events that make for an incredible experience.
You don’t want to miss out and have to wait a whole other year to join in the fun!
If Adams Morgan Day wasn’t enough, you can immerse yourself in another beloved D.C. neighborhood on Saturday, September 19th, with the H Street Festival.
Featuring live music and performances, street food, and the chance to patronize your favorite local businesses, this free festival is the perfect Saturday activity!
This eight-day program—running from September 19th until the 26th —aims to exemplify D.C.’s attractions, neighborhoods, history, and walkability with several themed and guided walking tours!
TheatreWashington is ushering in the new season of plays and musicals in style with D.C.’s Theatre Week.
From September 24th through October 11th, numerous D.C. theatres and companies are offering free and discounted shows and events to preview the upcoming season!
Located in Columbia, MD, on September 25th, 26th, and 27th, will be the 11th annual All Things Go music festival!
Headliners include Mitski, Ethel Cain, Muna, The Hayley Williams Show, Brandi Carlile, and Lola Young, just to name a few.
