A neighborhood-wide yard sale + more fun on Capitol Hill
Happy Weekend!
Go-to KFDC Posts full of ideas for fun:
* Best Outdoors in the DC Area
* The Great Indoors
* Local Hikes with Kids
* Off-the-Beaten-Path Museums
* Baltimore with Kids
* Bike Rides
* Paddling Options
* Stunning Spaces
* Peaceful Places
Strawberry Season
Where: Around the DMV
When: Throughout the weekend
Admission: Varies by place
Strawberries and a few veggies are ripe and ready for harvest, and several area farms are now welcoming guests to pick their own. This post has a round-up of where to go. It’s always a good idea to check websites or call ahead to confirm availability the day you plan to go. Sunscreen and hat also recommended.
It’s All Greek to You
Where: Saint Sophia Cathedral | Northwest DC
When: Fri, 4-10pm | Sat, 12-10pm | Sun, 12-7pm
Admission: Free
Opa! Saint Sophia’s annual festival brings the best of Greek food, drink, and culture to DC. Festival goers can sample dishes from the Greek Cuzina made fresh and daily across the weekend. A variety of children’s games and activities will delight young guests. A marketplace showcases wares like jewelry, pottery and home goods, and more. And every evening under the stars (and 2pm on Sunday), enjoy live Greek music played by local musicians — all are welcome to join in and dance. We’ve been several times, and it’s a super fun fest!
The Great Gatsby
Where: National Theatre | Downtown DC
When: Friday, 7:30pm | Saturday & Sunday, 2pm & 7:30pm
Tickets: $84-128
See the classic American novel by F. Scott Fitzgerald as a musical at the National. The Tony Award-winning show is an unforgettable journey of love, wealth, and tragedy that brings the Roaring Twenties to life on stage.
Baseball Beltway Series
Where: Nationals Park | Capitol Riverfront, DC
When: Friday, Saturday, & Sunday
Admission: Ticket prices vary
It’s a big area baseball weekend as the Nats play the Orioles — on our home field — with an evening game on Friday and afternoon match-ups on Saturday and Sunday. There are some promos to go along with the action on the diamond. Friday is University of Maryland night with a special ticket option, plus a hot dog hat giveaway. On Saturday, the first 20,000 fans can get an Ovechkin Bobblehead. And on Sunday, fans 12 and under can score a Kids Novelty Sliding Mitt and run the bases after the game.
Capitol Hill Yard Sale Extravaganza
Where: Around Capitol Hill, DC
When: Saturday
Admission: Free
Go secondhand shopping around Capitol Hill on Saturday! This gigantic yard sale is back, and there will be all kinds of items for sale by residents around the neighborhood. The Hill is Home’s Yard Sale Extravaganza Map indicates where you can browse. Make a day of it on the Hill and plan to stop by the Eastern Market outdoor flea market, Folger Shakespeare Library, the Library of Congress, grab a bite to eat, and/or bring the kids to a playground.
Dragon Boat Festival
Where: Georgetown Waterfront Park | Georgetown, DC
When: Saturday, 9am – 5pm
Admission: Free
The annual DC Dragon Boat Festival is back for its 23rd year — its’s an experience for athletes and spectators alike! The family-friendly event features the best premier and local dragon boat teams from along the east coast racing in multiple distances over the course of the day. The public is welcome to watch this unique event for free, and there are usually cultural activities to enjoy, too. [Rain Date: June 20]
Fiesta Asia Street Fair
Where: Entrance at 400 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, DC
When: Saturday, 11am – 7pm
Admission: Free
Celebrate Asian heritage at the annual street fair presented by the Asia Heritage Foundation and Passport DC. This showcase of Asian art and culture will include music and dance performances, martial arts demos, a parade, yummy food, a marketplace, hands-on activities, and more. While admission is free, be prepared to spend on food and in the marketplace. Reserve free tickets here.
Truck Day
Where: MCDOT Truck Depot & Salt Barn | Rockville, MD
When: Saturday, 11am – 3pm
Admission: Free
The Montgomery County Department of Transportation (MCDOT) is kicking off “National Public Works Week” with Truck Day. The free, family-friendly event welcomes the community for a hands-on exploration of the many first-response, construction, and transportation vehicles that make the county run. Climb aboard a bucket truck, tractor, semi-truck, and bus. The event also will feature first responder vehicles and a fire engine, plus a chance to meet the essential workers who operate them.
Family Workshop: An Ode to the Gardens
Where: Folger Shakespeare Library | Capitol Hill, DC
When: Saturday, 11:30am – 12:30pm & 1-2pm
Admission: Free (recommended $3 donation)
Join the Folger for the family workshop inspired by spring! Make connections with nature in Shakespeare’s plays and throughout the Folger itself, t hen head outside to compose an “Ode to the Folger Gardens” using lines from Shakespeare and Rita Dove’s poetry! Two sessions are available — the 11:30am is recommended for ages 5-7, and the1pm is for ages 8-11.
Loudoun Spring Farm Tour
Where: Farms around Loudoun County, VA
When: Saturday & Sunday
Admission: Free
Enjoy more than 40 local farm stops full of delicious produce, cute animals, farm demonstrations, and fun & educational programs. Visit the website for a map of the locations and more info on each one.
Hoʻolauleʻa: Celebrate Hawaiian Culture
Where: American Indian Museum | National Mall, DC
When: Friday & Saturday, 11am – 5:30pm
Admission: Free
The museum is celebrating Hawaiian culture this weekend with special activities. On Friday & Saturday, drop in for a hands-on workshop to learn the art of kapa making. And on Saturday, oin the museum to welcome Kānepō Ka Lua, a volcanic stone from the famed area of Kaʻauea, to DC with a hoʻolauleʻa (Hawaiian celebration), on loan to the museum for a 20-year period by Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park. Bring the family to celebrate Kānepō Ka Lua with curator tours, live music, hula performances, and hands on activities. See the full schedule on the website.
KidStory Theatre Festival
Where: Highland Elementary School | Wheaton, MD
When: Saturday, 11am & Sunday, 2pm
Admission: Free
All year long, InterAct Story Theatre artists create stories with kids and invite them to share their epic tales. This May, they’ve chosen some of their favorites from over the years and present a series of short plays and stories performed by InterActors. Best for ages 4 and up.
Aesop’s Fables
Where: Adventure Theatre | Glen Echo Park, MD
When: Saturday & Sunday, 11am & 2pm
Tickets: $26
This vibrant, theatrical adventure features a lovable troupe of traveling storytellers — Wolfie, Syd, Harriet, and Barr — who use humor and imagination to retell five classic fables: The Tortoise and the Hare, The Boy Who Cried Wolf, The Wind and the Sun, The Lion and the Mouse, and The Wolf and the Jackdaw. Each story delivers a valuable life lesson on patience, honesty, kindness, and perseverance, making it a delightful experience that entertains while inspiring young audiences to think, feel, and grow.
The Forest of the Witch
Where: The Puppet Co. | Glen Echo Park, MD
When: Saturday and Sunday, 11:30am, 1pm, and 3pm
Tickets: $18
With a 700-year history, Turkish shadow theatre is one of the world’s oldest shadow play traditions, brought to the stage through Ayhan Hulagu’s original solo performance. Recognized by UNESCO as part of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity, Karagöz is reimagined here through The Forest of the Witch, blending tradition with contemporary storytelling. This performance brings the past and present together in a surprising and playful way—traditional, modern, unexpected, and delightfully entertaining.
Columbia Heights Day
Where: Along 11th Street NW | Columbia Heights, DC
When: Saturday, 12-5pm
Admission: Free
Whether or not you live in the Columbia Heights neighborhood of DC, you’re invited to bring the fam out for a free day of activities to help celebrate the diverse, fun, and quirky neighborhood. In its 18th year, the event brings together residents and businesses for all kinds of festivities. Enjoy local food, live music, kids activities, a beer garden, and tents full of fun and unique vendors.
Taste of Tysons
Where: Tysons Corner Center | Tysons, VA
When: Saturday, 12-3pm
Admission: Free – $30
Head to the big mall for food sampling, cooking demos, chef appearances, live music & entertainment, gift card raffles, giveaways and more! Sample bites from eateries throughout the center, and enjoy more entertainment on the plaza. You can also step into the driver seat with PenFed Credit Union and catch a rare viewing of their Porsche 911 Cup Car — see what is feels like to drive one with an on-site driving simulator.
Gaithersburg Book Festival
Where: Bohrer Park | Gaithersburg, MD
When: Saturday, 10am – 6pm
Admission: Free
The City of Gaithersburg welcomes you to their annual literary event! Festivities will include the chance to see and meet some of the world’s best writers, from best-sellers to acclaimed up-and-comers; join in literary workshops; and a full day of fun at the Children’s Village. Bohrer Park is located at 506 S. Frederick Avenue.
Anacostia River Festival
Where: Anacostia Park | Southeast DC
When: Saturday, 2-6pm
Admission: Free
The 11th annual Anacostia River Festival will offer an afternoon of fun for guests. This year enjoy musical performances, fishing workshops, arts & crafts, and more fun at the park along the Anacostia River. Read more about Anacostia Park, where it’s taking place, here.
Tiny Streets 4 Ride
Where: Around Capitol Hill., DC
When: Saturday, 4-6pm
Admission: Free
It’s the fourth edition of Hill Family Biking’s Tiny Streets Ride! What’s a Tiny Street? A cute, one block street, and Capitol Hill is full of them. Join Hil Family Biking for a 4+ mile bike ride on some of the most picturesque one-block streets on the Hill followed by FREE ICE CREAM at The Capital Candy Jar. Let them know you’ll be joining here.
DC United vs St. Louis
Where: Audi Field | Southwest DC
When: Saturday, 7:30pm
Admission: Ticket prices vary (check for deals)
DC United is back home and playing St. Louis on Saturday night. Go early to watch warmups or just soak in the excitement ahead of the crowds. Or plan for a pre-match bite nearby — here are a bunch of recs for family-friendly spots to eat in the area.
Old Town Festival of Speed & Style
Where: King Street | Old Town Alexandria, VA
When: Sunday, 10am – 3pm
Admission: Free
View dozens of rare and exotic cars up close, made famous by their speed, performance and elegance. This will be enhanced by a presentation of style, fashion and live music provided by over 40 local merchants. The Old Town Festival of Speed & Style highlights the unique offerings of the Old Town community – history, architecture, great food, fabulous people, art, style, energy. All proceeds benefit ALIVE! the National Breast Center Foundation, and Community Lodgings.
Hikes You’ll Like
Where: Around the area
When: Throughout the weekend
Admission: Varies by locale
It also looks like beautiful weather this weekend, and getting out for a walk in the woods is a great way to it along with some family time. Some suggestions for places to go: Huntley Meadows in Alexandria, Roosevelt Island in DC, Quiet Waters Park in Annapolis, and Potomac Overlook Park in Arlington. Find even more places to hike here.
***MORE GOOD STUFF***
* It’s a good time to bookmark the round-up of public swim spots around the area.
* Jazz in the Garden, a favorite DC summer music series, returns May 22. Tickets will be through lottery which take places the week before, Monday 10am – Friday 12pm, each concert — there is still a little time to enter the lottery for the first show!
* Have you heard about the Great American State Fair coming to the National Mall this summer?
* Eater says these are the best sushi restaurants around DC.
* If your kids are fans… KATSEYE is coming to DC in October, and tickets go on sale this coming Wednesday, May 20.
* REI’s big Anniversary Sale is May 15-25, and you can score some awesome deals on all kinds of recreational gear and apparel.
* Wayfair’s Memorial Day Sale has also begun.
* You Will Buy From Quince and You Will $@#&!% Like It. LOL. (Related story… Levi recently bought a new pair of pants that he really likes, and when I asked where get got them, he excitedly said, “Keen-say!” I immediately knew what he was talking about, but couldn’t stop cracking up as I explained it was pronounced “Kwince.” He didn’t believe me until I actually pulled up an ad so he could hear someone say the name! Of course, it has now become a family joke. 😂)
* And speaking of, this dress is great (I have and like).
* And speaking of dresses, they are 50% off at J.Crew right now.
