Sophia Solano

Washington, D.C., United States

Features Editorial Aide at The Washington Post

features aide @washingtonpost reporting on music, homes and local happenings. get in touch: [email protected]

Articles

Joy, tension collide as WorldPride arrives in Trump’s Washington

6 days ago | washingtonpost.com | Joe Heim |Fritz Hahn |Sophia Solano

Joy, tension collide as WorldPride arrives in Trump’s Washington (washingtonpost.com) Joy, tension collide as WorldPride arrives in Trump’s Washington By Joe Heim; Fritz Hahn; Hannah Sampson; Sophia Solano 2025053023200900 The welcome signs for WorldPride, the world's largest LGBTQ+ gathering, are out across Washington. Banners hang from lampposts along major roads. Rainbow stripes have been painted on bike lanes and sidewalks.
The 38 best things to do in D.C. this weekend and next week

1 week ago | washingtonpost.com | Fritz Hahn |Sophia Solano |Chris Kelly |Lucas Trevor

The 38 best things to do in D.C. this weekend and next week (washingtonpost.com) The 38 best things to do in D.C. this weekend and next week By Fritz Hahn; Sophia Solano; Chris Kelly; Lucas Trevor 2025052913300100 This weekend brings the official opening of WorldPride and all the attached events, from variety shows to family festivals and walking tours to late-night dancing.
Chevy Chase ‘house in a house’ on the market for $3.2 million

2 weeks ago | washingtonpost.com | Sophia Solano

Chevy Chase ‘house in a house’ on the market for $3.2 million (washingtonpost.com) Chevy Chase ‘house in a house’ on the market for $3.2 million By Sophia Solano 2025052309002000 Some developers might have seen the 78-year-old ranch-style house as a teardown, a roadblock on the path to a shiny new project.
The 49 best things to do in D.C. this weekend and next week

2 weeks ago | washingtonpost.com | Fritz Hahn |Sophia Solano

The 49 best things to do in D.C. this weekend and next week (washingtonpost.com) The 49 best things to do in D.C. this weekend and next week By Fritz Hahn; Sophia Solano 2025052215422000 This long weekend brings parades, concerts and solemn ceremonies honoring Memorial Day. It's also a time for celebrating Black Pride and a growing number of WorldPride-related events.
The 49 best things to do in D.C. this weekend and next week

2 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Fritz Hahn |Sophia Solano

This long weekend brings parades, concerts and solemn ceremonies honoring Memorial Day. It’s also a time for celebrating Black Pride and a growing number of WorldPride-related events. There are also tropical cocktails, feasts, street festivals and dance parties marking the unofficial start of summer. For even more Black Pride and WorldPride events, see our calendar.
26 essential LGBTQ+ bars to know in the D.C. area

2 weeks ago | washingtonpost.com | Sophia Solano

26 essential LGBTQ+ bars to know in the D.C. area (washingtonpost.com) 26 essential LGBTQ+ bars to know in the D.C. area By Sophia Solano 2025052018005600 Those visiting for WorldPride in June are about to learn what locals have long known: The LGBTQ+ bar scene here is as diverse, interesting and dynamic as the D.C. queer community itself. Looking for a laid-back, gay-owned brewery? There's a spot for that.
25 essential LGBTQ+ bars to know in the D.C. area

2 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Sophia Solano

Those visiting for WorldPride in June are about to learn what locals have long known: The LGBTQ+ bar scene here is as diverse, interesting and dynamic as the D.C. queer community itself. Looking for a laid-back, gay-owned brewery? There’s a spot for that. Somewhere sweaty and dimly lit to dance until the morning hours? There’s a spot for that, too. Sapphic-centered spaces, old-time dives and somewhere to belt Whitney Houston songs in front of equally drunk strangers? Check, check and check.
Historical Gothic revival on the market for $4.3 million in NW D.C.

4 weeks ago | washingtonpost.com | Sophia Solano

Historical Gothic revival on the market for $4.3 million in NW D.C. (washingtonpost.com) Historical Gothic revival on the market for $4.3 million in NW D.C. By Sophia Solano 2025050910562700 This towering stone rowhouse in Dupont Circle would need only castle spires to make it eerily inviting for Count Dracula.
The 27 best things to do in D.C. this weekend and next week

4 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Fritz Hahn |Sophia Solano |Adele Chapin |Chris Kelly

Embassies of the European Union show off their culture this weekend during the annual E.U. Open House, with embassy tours, music and dance performances, and free food and drinks. Saturday is a big day in Takoma Park, with a large flea market followed by dozens of bands performing on porches and in backyards around the neighborhood. The annual JxJ festival celebrates Jewish film and music, with screenings and concerts at venues around the region.
The 27 best things to do in D.C. this weekend and next week

4 weeks ago | washingtonpost.com | Fritz Hahn |Sophia Solano |Adele Chapin |Chris Kelly

The 27 best things to do in D.C. this weekend and next week (washingtonpost.com) The 27 best things to do in D.C. this weekend and next week By Fritz Hahn; Sophia Solano; Adele Chapin; Chris Kelly 2025050813303700 Embassies of the European Union show off their culture this weekend during the annual E.U. Open House, with embassy tours, music and dance performances, and free food and drinks.