A Revolutionary New Race: The George Washington Patriot Run Sunday, September 11, at George Washington’s Mount Vernon Grab ye olde tricorn hat and dash through history during the first- ever USATF-certified road race to enter the historic property at George Washington’s Mount Vernon! On Sunday, September 11, the George Washington Patriot Run will host thousands […]
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Historic Flight over Washington, D.C. Honors Nation’s Veterans, October 7, 2016
2016 Culpeper Air Fest features WWII-era aircraft in ‘Potomac Flight’ On October 7, World War II era aircraft, including T-6 “Texans”, will launch from Culpeper Regional Airport and soar in formation down the Potomac River. The Potomac Flight over the Pentagon and Arlington National Cemetery is in honor of DAV (Disabled American Veterans) and pays tribute to the services and sacrifices veterans have made to secure our nation’s freedom. This […]
Celebrate American Freedom at the Home of George Washington July 4th, 2016
Daytime Fireworks, Boat Building Demonstrations, and Military Reenactments on Independence Day George Washington’s Mount Vernon salutes our first commander-in-chief with a dazzling display of made-for-daytime fireworks during its annual Independence Day event! Visitors will be treated to spectacular smoke fireworks in patriotic colors fired over the Potomac River at 1 p.m. Mount Vernon’s Independence Day event […]
Free Summer Concerts in the Park, Thursdays in Falls Church
Enjoy the best of summer at the annual City of Falls Church Concerts in the Park series on Thursdays at 7 p.m. from June 23 through August 1. Bring a blanket and a picnic dinner and enjoy free performances by local musicians. Concerts are held at Cherry Hill Park (312 Park Ave.) and are open to the […]
Kidsave’s 4th of July Fireworks Party
Want less crowds for the 4th of July? Join Kidsave’s 4th of July Fireworks Party, a fundraiser in support of older orphan and foster care kids. This is a spectacular place to view fireworks, have a nice dinner, and avoid the large crowds. We are even providing bus service from DC and VA for those who do […]
George Washington’s Mount Vernon to Host Evening Fireworks July 2, 2016
Start your Independence Day celebration with a bang on July 2, the day Congress voted to declare independence. Enjoy a patriotic evening filled with dazzling nighttime fireworks, musical performances, and games on George Washington’s beloved estate! Greet “General and Mrs. Washington” in the historic area before trying your hand at bocce ball. Dust off your […]
“Sound Scene IX: Sculpting Sound,” July 9, 2016 at the Hirshhorn Museum
Have you shifted sand with the sound of your voice? Played a “Simon Theremin?” Tried your ear at “Sounds Against Humanity?” Are you flexible enough to compose a physical melody through “Sonic Twister?” DC Listening Lounge is excited to announce the IX annual Sound Scene – an interactive audio installation. This year, DC Listening Lounge is pleased […]
“America Now”: America Participates at Three Smithsonian Museums
Museums To Present Programs That Capture American Participation in Democracy, Dance, Portraiture, Music and Art “America Now,” a collaboration of programs jointly organized by three Smithsonian museums, will create spaces for civic engagement and cultural connections under the unifying theme of “participation” since 2016 is an election year. The National Portrait Gallery, National Museum of […]
Mount Vernon to Host One of the Largest Revolutionary War Encampments of the Year
Join Mount Vernon April 30 and May 1 for one of the largest Revolutionary War encampments in the area! Step back in time and experience more than 500 Continentals, Redcoats, Hessians, cannon, and cavalry in action at George Washington’s Mount Vernon. Meet hundreds of Revolutionary War military re-enactors, learn more about life in the 18th-century, […]
World Book Day Celebration in Dupont Circle, Saturday, April 23rd
The World Book Day Celebration will flood DC’s Dupont Circle with books and roses this Saturday, April 23rd The Sant Jordi’s ‘Book Fair & Rose Festival’ will return to Washington DC on April 23rd following the success of last year celebration. Since UNESCO adopted April 23rd as the World Book Day, Sant Jordi has awakened […]