Briana Thomas

1 week ago | washingtonian.com | Briana Thomas

Celebrate Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month throughout May at an area festival, educational talk, or lively performance. IlluminAsia FestivalTo commemorate AAPI Heritage Month, the National Museum of Asian Art is hosting a month-long celebration of family-friendly arts and culture.

1 week ago | washingtonian.com | Briana Thomas

Happy May, DC!Explore European culture and food at one of several embassies opening their doors for EU Open House this weekend. Also, a ginormous family-friendly bounce house visits Maryland. Best Things to Do This Week and WeekendMay 5–May 11EU Open House. The European Union and its embassies are opening their doors for guests to enjoy music and food from Austria, Portugal, Finland, Germany, and many more places.

1 week ago | wtop.com | Briana Thomas

In the “DC Getaway,” WTOP contributor Briana Thomas shares tips for trips a hop and a skip away from D.C. The story below is based on a press trip sponsored by Lopesan Costa Bávaro, and reflects Briana’s independent editorial research. The sponsor has no editorial involvement, and did not sponsor Briana’s flights. If you’re longing for a romantic respite from Washington—with or without kids— then Punta Cana’s all-inclusive luxury resort Lopesan Costa Bávaro, Spa & Casino is a dreamy destination.

2 weeks ago | wtop.com | Briana Thomas

In the “DC Getaway,” WTOP contributor Briana Thomas shares tips for trips a hop and a skip away from D.C. The story below is based on a press trip sponsored by Lopesan Costa Bávaro, and reflects Briana’s independent editorial research. The sponsor has no editorial involvement, and did not sponsor Briana’s flights. If you’re longing for a romantic respite from Washington—with or without kids— then Punta Cana’s all-inclusive luxury resort Lopesan Costa Bávaro, Spa & Casino is a dreamy destination.

2 weeks ago | washingtonian.com | Briana Thomas |Amiah Taylor

Cinco de Mayo is Monday, May 5, but the festivities kick off this weekend. Get a start on the celebration at a block party, family-friendly festival, or craft class ahead of the holiday. Lucha Libre BattleMexico’s professional wrestling troupe Lucha Libre will battle it out at Hook Hall, with two matches. Wrestling fans can expect to see competitors perform high-flying maneuvers and don cultural masks in celebration of the holiday; come dressed in a luchador mask to add to the fun  ($25+).