Check out a handful of the many events happening in the DMV this weekend, from prestigious traditions and comedic roasts to celebrations of sisterhood and provocative theatrics.
To keep up with all the fun, don’t forget to check out the ߲ݴý Informer Calendar, and remember, there’s always something happening in the DMV to keep your spirit — and social life — lit.
Thursday, Dec. 5
5:30 p.m.- 8:30 p.m. | Free
Amy Kaslow Gallery, 7920 Norfolk Ave, Bethesda, MD 20814
Raise a glass and enjoy ߲ݴý’s most talented and celebrated Jazz musicians: on saxophone, on double bass, and on keyboard. This event is part of programming for Amy Kaslow Gallery’s ongoing exhibition,
7:30 p.m. |
DC Improv, 1140 Connecticut Ave NW, ߲ݴý, D.C., 20036
In a blend of standup, sketch, and improv, The ߲ݴý Roast hosts a constituency of the DMV’s best comedians who faceoff in an interactive roast battle and town hall in character as politicians.
Hosted by The ߲ݴý Roast founding father , the “politicians” will answer live audience town hall questions before facing off in an unfiltered roast battle. Applause determines the winner of each round in a tournament of 2024 candidates and other deplorables (Trump, Biden, Kamala, RFK Jr. and more).
Friday, Dec. 6
A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum
8 p.m. |
Signature Theatre, 4200 Campbell Ave, Arlington, VA 22206
Three households reside next to each other in ancient Rome. Just outside their doors, the exploits of a quick-thinking Roman slave, a braggart soldier, a beautiful courtesan, a lovesick young man and others devolve into uproarious chaos in a fast-paced, witty and monumental escapade.
With mistaken identities, wily ruses, madcap chases, a love story, and a happy ending of course, “A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum” is an audacious and irreverent spectacle that has something for everyone.
3:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. | Free tickets selling fast, after
National Harbor, National Harbor Boulevard Oxon Hill, MD 20745
Join for adult-only days filled with sisterhood, laughter, and connection with other amazing women in the outskirts of ߲ݴý, D.C.
This weekend of events is all about celebrating the strength and resilience of women in the SonRise community. From scheduled activities to free time to shop or explore, guests will leave feeling refreshed and rejuvenated.
Saturday, Dec. 7
DMV Holiday Holla Day Pop-up Market
Noon – 6 p.m. | Free
Western Market, 2000 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, ߲ݴý, D.C., 20006
Shop, eat and sing karaoke at the free indoor pop-up event at Western Market, where visitors can find elusive vinyl records, unique coffee mugs and clothing, stunning jewelry and more with some of the coolest vendors in D.C.
Guests can also win concert and show tickets to the 9:30 Club, Lincoln Theatre, The Atlantis, and The Anthem.
All ages and all awesome!
Black Leaves Dance Company: A Chocolate City Nutcracker
6 p.m. |
Atlas Performing Arts Center, 1333 H St NW, ߲ݴý, D.C., 20005
“A Chocolate City Nutcracker” – ’s retelling of The Nutcracker story – follows a young, gay man at his HBCU holiday party, who is searching for his Prince, and travels to the Land of Dreams. There, he explores a variety of African diasporic dance genres. This work is a love letter to pan-Africanism, the queer community, and family.
The show runs Dec. 7-8. Tickets are $29.25 for adults and $18.25 for children.
All ages content warning: rare or mild depictions of violence.
Sunday, Dec. 8
8:30 p.m. |
Kennedy Center, 2700 F St NW, ߲ݴý, D.C., 20566
Throughout its 45-year history, the has redefined America’s perception of its artistic legacy and reinvented the way this nation rewards its artists.
The annual Honors gala is an evening without categories, without disappointments, without competition — and the Honors telecast is a perennial Emmy nominee.
The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts selected the following as the 47th Honorees for lifetime artistic achievements: acclaimed director and filmmaker Francis Ford Coppola; legendary American rock band the Grateful Dead (Mickey Hart, Bill Kreutzmann, Phil Lesh, Bobby Weir); blues rock singer-songwriter and guitarist Bonnie Raitt; jazz trumpeter, pianist, and composer Arturo Sandoval; and The Apollo, which will receive a special Honors as an iconic American institution.
This year’s show will be hosted by Grammy award-winning & Oscar-nominated triple-threat Queen Latifah.