The weekend is almost upon us and Washingtonians are getting ready to make plans for how to spend their limited free time in one of the best cities in the country, so we’ve rounded up some of the best things to do in D.C. this weekend that you don’t want to miss!
1. Witness the beauty of Washington, D.C.’s Cherry Blossoms in Peak Bloom
Washington, D.C.’s Cherry Blossoms are already officially in Peak Bloom, which hit on March 17th according to the National Park Services, the earliest the Cherry Blossoms peaked since 1990, when the Cherry Blossoms peak bloom was March 15th! This makes it the second-earliest peak bloom for D.C.’s Cherry Blossoms in recorded history!
2. Walk through history at the immersive experience, “Titanic The Exhibition“
If you’re looking for a unique experience and an excuse to get out of town for a little while, then a day trip to National Harbor, Maryland to experience the immersive “Titanic The Exhibition” is the perfect plan for you. The narrated experience takes you through the history of the tragedy and explores the personal stories of passengers who were on board the “unsinkable” ship the night that it went down.
Location: 254 Mariner Passage at National Harbor
3. Check out the temporary free art exhibit that took over an empty 300,000 sq-foot West End office building
The free art exhibit called Artomatic, will be running until April 28th and will convert the massive and empty former Urban Institute headquarters into an eight-story tall ‘museum’, containing areas dedicated to “visual art, performance, dance, film, spoken word, workshops and more,” according to a press release from the exhibit’s organizers.
The office space is currently empty but is slated for residential conversion at some point in the not-so-distant future, which means that this may get another opportunity to experience this again!
The hours of the exhibit are:
Wed-Thurs: 5:00 pm – 9:30 pm
Fri-Sat: 12:00 pm – 12:00 am
Sun: 12:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Mon-Tues: Closed
Location: 2100 M Street NW
4. Dinos Alive: An Immersive Experience
A completely immersive experience that is perfect family fun for all ages! The fully immersive dino-themed exhibit is filled with over 80 life-sized specimens including the iconic T-rex, Stegosaurus, and even Velociraptors to see and learn about.
Location: 524 Rhode Island Ave NE
5. The Spy Museum’s “Bond in Motion” exhibit
Celebrating the James Bond saga, The International Spy Museum’s latest exhibition focuses on the various vehicles seen throughout the Bond’s legendary cinematic history. The exhibit contains 17 Bond vehicles ranging from his iconic Aston Martin to some of his motorcycles, submarines, and other gadgets he’s used along the way!
Tickets to the Bond In Motion exhibit only are listed at $13 per person, if you want to fully experience the Spy Museum, a combo deal between General Admission to the museum as well as the Bond exhibit is available starting at $40 for adults and $29 for children.
6.Visit the “Future of Orchids” exhibit at the Kogod Courtyard of the Smithsonian National Portrait Gallery
You don’t have to be a plant lover to enjoy the peacefulness and tranquility of a room full of orchids! So even though this is an absolute must-visit for any plant lovers in D.C. this week, the fact remains that this is a great plan to keep in your back pocket to do with friends or even for a unique date idea!
The exhibit is a collaboration between the U.S. Botanical Garden and the Smithsonian Gardens, opened and will remain open until April, 28th. The exhibit features hundreds of live orchids and multi-media contemporary art pieces that convey the importance and necessity of environmental activism to ensure a sustainable future for these beautiful plants.
Location: 8th Street Northwest &, G St NW
7. See a movie at select AMC Theaters and get discounted food and drink
There’s a reason it’s a classic date idea—you can’t beat movies with a snack and a drink! Now, when you go to a movie at a participating AMC Theater, you can a discount on your drink and popcorn! Learn more here.
Location: Multiple Locations
8. Go on a mystery picnic foodie adventure around D.C. with friends
We like to keep an eye out for those inclusive plans that everyone can enjoy, and this mystery picnic foodie adventure around the city fits right in that category! The experience includes pre-booked and paid tastings as well as an incredible spread from local producers, which means that the quality of every ingredient is nothing short of spectacular. On top of that, the group behind this foodie adventure can accommodate any dietary requirements, so it’s a perfect foodie plan for any group even those that may have some dietary restrictions.
Location: Georgetown or Foggy Bottom (you choose)
9. Dopamine Land: A Multisensory Experience
This immersive experience is new to town and has quickly become a favorite of ours! The incredibly fun and picturesque experience is perfect for any occasion or to go with anyone, whether they be friends, family, or even a loved one. Make sure you wear a cool outfit and have enough space on your phone for a lot of photos because you’ll want to document this experience!
Location: 5333 Wisconsin Ave NW
10. Attend the newly rescheduled Bloomaroo at The Wharf this weekend
After Bloomaroo 2024 at The Wharf was canceled by the event’s organizers because of the inclement weather we had over the weekend, Bloomaroo has officially been rescheduled for next weekend! On Saturday, March 30th, from 2 pm to 9 pm Bloomaroo is slated to take over the The Wharf with a full afternoon and evening of fun activities including Bloomaroo’s iconic pink fireworks display to finish off the day.
11. Visit the Rothko Exhibit at the National Gallery of Art
Considered one of the great American artists of his time, the works of Mark Rothko are now on display at the National Gallery of Art for a limited time! The exhibit, “Paintings on Paper”, contains nearly a thousand of his works on display ranging from his early career where he experimented with his style, to some of his more iconic pieces from later in life when he had already cemented his legacy as one of the greatest modern artists in the world.
The exhibit is certainly worth the visit and will only be on display until the end of March, so be sure you take advantage of it while you can!