Briana Thomas

1 day ago | washingtonian.com | Briana Thomas

Happy July, DC!Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter tour hosts two nights of rodeo-themed entertainment at Northwest Stadium this month. Also, the Smithsonian opens several new galleries at National Air and Space Museum, and the Smithsonian Folklife Festival is back to show off the latest youth inventions.  10 Best Things to Do in DCby Pat Padua FestivalsSmithsonian Folklife FestivalJuly 2–7location_on National MallPhotograph by Sonya Pencheva/Smithsonian.

5 days ago | washingtonian.com | Briana Thomas

Happy Monday, DC!We know: It’s hot out there. But this week, there are lots of fun things to do—both indoors and out—in and around the city. Best Things to Do This Week and WeekendJune 23–June 29Open Streets Capitol Hill. Kids and adults can walk, run, bike, and play safely at the first Open Streets Capitol Hill this weekend.

5 days ago | washingtonian.com | Briana Thomas

There’s no shortage of places to commemorate this year’s 249th Independence Day. You can watch the grand fireworks show from the National Mall, attend a patriotic parade in downtown DC, or toast to America’s birthday aboard a dinner cruise. Plus, there’s a pre-fireworks show at the Nationals’ baseball game. Here are some of the best ways to celebrate July 4 around DC:Independence Day with the NationalsGet a sneak peak of Independence Day sparkles at Nats Park on July 3.

1 week ago | washingtonian.com | Briana Thomas

Happy summer, DC!Say goodbye to spring, and hello to an exciting summer this week at a number of entertaining events. There’s a lot happening to kick off the season: music stars Kendrick Lamar and SZA arrive at Northwest Stadium, the Smithsonian is throwing a Solstice Saturday museum day, and Juneteenth celebrations are afoot. Best Things to Do This Week and WeekendJune 16–June 22Kendrick Lamar and SZA in concert. It’s been a major year for Kendrick Lamar.

2 weeks ago | washingtonian.com | Briana Thomas

On June 19, 1865, news of the Emancipation Proclamation reached Galveston, Texas, and the last enslaved people in America were freed. Join the DMV community in celebrating the historic event at a parade, pop-up market, or festival this month.  Scotland Juneteenth Heritage FestivalMontgomery County has 80 historic Black communities, and the Scotland Juneteenth Heritage Festival celebrates the area’s heritage.