Need an escape? These 5 beaches are only about an hour from D.C.
Lay out in the sun, splash in the water — and maybe have fun with your dog — at these five beaches, all about an hour from D.C.
By Fritz HahnGoing to see Beyoncé at FedEx Field? A guide to getting there and back.
Beyoncé's Renaissance tour is at FedEx Field Aug. 5-6. From the bag policy to Metro service, here's what you need to know about the Landover, Md., — not D.C. — concert.
By Fritz HahnThe 23 best things to do in D.C. this weekend and next week
Explore national parks for free, taste cocktails made by some of D.C.'s finest bartenders and stay up until the wee hours watching the women's World Cup.
By Fritz Hahn, Sophia Solano, Adele Chapin and Chris KellyWhat makes a perfect D.C. summer day? 8 Washington celebs share theirs.
Of course Washington summers are hot. But as the dreamlike memories of these Washingtonians show, they're also kind of great.
By Zoe GlasserHeartbreak, hype and Tessa Violet’s hypnotic self-love
The singer-songwriter brings her anthemic, empowering pop to 9:30 Club on Tuesday.
By Sophia Solano4 concerts to catch in D.C. over the next several days
Reyna Tropical at Comet Ping Pong; a Hast du Feuer anniversary party; Sweeping Promises at Songbyrd; B. Cool-Aid at DC9.
By Chris KellyD.C. native Sa-Roc’s music is a reflection of past and future
The rapper will perform at the Black Cat on Aug 4.
By Chris Kelly‘A Compassionate Spy’: Footnote to ‘Oppenheimer’
Documentary tells the story of physicist Ted Hall, the youngest scientist to work on the Manhattan Project, and a spy.
By Michael O'SullivanIn the lobby of a D.C. government building, art and identity politics
D.C. Commission on the Arts and Humanities hosts “Re/envisionings,” a six-artist showcase that’s heavy on critical theory.
By Kriston Capps‘Shortcomings’: Winning performances carry film across the finish line
Randall Park makes an auspicious debut behind the camera, with Justin H. Min delivering a breakout performance in front of it.
By Michael O'Sullivan‘Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles’ movie: ‘Barbie’ for teenage boys
The funny and visually innovative animated film examines what it’s like to be a 15-year-old boy through the lens of a pop culture phenomenon.
By Kristen Page-KirbyNeed a treat? Try these 6 great cake slices from D.C.-area bakeries.
Travel around the world in six slices with sweets from bakeries around the Washington area.
By Samantha CheryThe 20 best things to do in D.C. this weekend and next week
D.C.'s biggest tennis tournament returns, a celebration of Asian pop culture features three days of cosplay and games, and a park turns into a family fun zone.
By Fritz Hahn, Sophia Solano, Adele Chapin and Haben KelatiReunion Summer fest to honor the spirit of D.C.’s original punk scene
The two-day festival will pay tribute to Washington's '80s and '90s punk scene and feature reunions for two post-punk outfits: Lincoln and Samuel S.C.
By Mark JenkinsJazz saxophonist Kamasi Washington brings his big sound back to D.C.
The renowned jazz musician will play at the Birchmere Music Hall on Aug. 1.
By Michael J. West4 concerts to catch in the D.C. area in the next few days
King Krule and Late Night Drive Home are performing.
By Haben Kelati‘Haunted Mansion’: Not just confused but inconsequential
Disney’s ghost-themed film based on the amusement park ride is a boring mess.
By Lucas Trevor‘Kokomo City’: Four Black transgender sex workers tell it like it is
D. Smith’s documentary offers an audacious, endearing, illuminating, often amusingly ribald primer on the lives of Black trans sex workers.
By Ann Hornaday‘Afire’: Christian Petzold drama smolders with a slow, steady burn
Inspired by the films of Éric Rohmer, the German drama is a quietly atmospheric study of artistic isolation and ego.
By Ann Hornaday‘Earth Mama’: Gritty, eloquent portrait of a mother in crisis
Feature debut of writer-director Savanah Leaf — a portrait of a struggling mother — says a lot with few words.
By Omari Daniels