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The annual MLK Holiday DC Peace Walk & Parade, pictured in 2024, will take place on Saturday, Jan. 18, with this year’s parade being held indoors at the Entertainment and Sports Arena in Southeast D.C.'s Congress Heights neighborhood. (Courtesy of Maurice Fitzgerald)

Things to Do, DMV: Weekend Rundown, Jan. 16-19

by Jada Ingleton January 15, 2025January 15, 2025

This weekend in the DMV, there are a variety of events happening, including the MLK Holiday DC Community Service Project, MixxFest 2025, the 20th Annual MLK Holiday DC Peace Walk & Parade, and the Let Freedom Ring Celebration at the Kennedy Center.

Busboys and Poets will hold an exploration of James Baldwin's profound legacy in “James Baldwin at 100: Celebrating the Enduring Witness” on Thursday, Jan. 9, hosted by HumanitiesDC and guest curator Tracy Chiles McGhee. The event will feature a compelling panel discussion alongside artistic expressions including music, readings, and interactive elements. (Courtesy of Eventbrite)

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Things to Do, DMV: Weekend Rundown, Jan. 9-12

by Jada Ingleton January 8, 2025January 8, 2025

“The Adventures of Prince Achmed,” considered the first feature-length animation and inspired by the tales of "Arabian Nights," tells the story of a young prince soaring headlong into a series of wondrous adventures after being tricked by a wicked sorcerer, featuring the likes of Aladdin and a fabled witch. (Courtesy of Kino Lorber and Milestone Films)

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Things to Do, DMV: Weekend Rundown, Jan. 2-5

by Jada Ingleton December 31, 2024December 31, 2024

The Smithsonian’s Anacostia Community Museum is celebrating the seven days of Kwanzaa with performances, storytelling, and craft and dance workshops, beginning Dec. 26 with the Kwanzaa Opening Ceremony, Umoja (Unity). (Courtesy photo)

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Things to Do, DMV: Weekend Rundown, Dec. 26 – Jan. 1

by Jada Ingleton December 26, 2024December 26, 2024

Dozens of spectators gather at Autoshop at Union Market on Sunday, Dec. 15 to witness the interdisciplinary artistry of "THROUGHLINE: VOL. II," a one-of-a-kind multisensory art exhibit honoring 16 Black female change agents of Washington, D.C. The iteration fuses visual, audio and culinary arts, and will be on display Saturday, Dec. 21 and Sunday, Dec. 22. (Jada Ingleton/The ��app)

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Things to Do, DMV: Weekend Rundown, Dec. 19-22

by Jada Ingleton December 18, 2024December 19, 2024

Step Afrika!, which celebrates 30 years of global influence in the art form of stepping in 2024, will debut its Magical Musical Holiday Step Show at Arena Stage from Dec. 13 until Dec. 22. (Courtesy photo)

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Things to Do, DMV: Weekend Rundown, Dec. 12-15

by Jada Ingleton December 11, 2024December 11, 2024

Black Leaves Dance Company (pictured in May 2023) – an all-Black, all-male, queer-inclusive dance company – brings their retelling of The Nutcracker story to Atlas Performing Arts Center Dec. 7 - 8. The thought-provoking rendition, titled “A Chocolate City Nutcracker,” serves as an exploratory love letter to pan-Africanism, the queer community, and family. (Courtesy photo via Instagram)

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Things to Do, DMV: Weekend Rundown, Dec. 5-8

by Jada Ingleton December 4, 2024

The Philadelphia Ballet brings holiday cheer to Kennedy Center with The Nutcracker on Nov. 29. (Courtesy photo)

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Things to Do, DMV: Weekend Rundown, Nov. 28 – Dec. 1

by Rachelle Smith November 26, 2024November 26, 2024

DMV native Murjoni Merriweather’s installation in the Mobile Art Gallery is an immersive space exploring the artist’s personal experiences with growth, patience, and self-care. (Photo by Yana Mazurkevich)

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Things to Do, DMV: Weekend Rundown, Nov. 21-24

by Rachelle Smith November 20, 2024November 20, 2024

The musical SIX will be coming to town on Thursday, Nov. 14. (Courtesy photo)

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Things to Do, DMV: Weekend Rundown, Nov. 14-17

by Rachelle Smith November 13, 2024November 13, 2024

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