Events in Washington This Week

Millennium Stage (In-Person and Livestream): Free Whenever

Free Whenever is an improvisational jam rock band that dabbles in psychedelic landscapes and has a chill sound no one else can replicate.

8am-5pm

Hospital Accountability and Tax Exemption Conference

The Hospital Accountability and Tax Exemption Conference brings together leaders in public health, health policy, economics, tax policy, and...

10am-2pm

Transparent Fridays - Washington DC chapter meetup

Flat Fee, Advice Only, and Hourly Financial Planners (or those interested in being one) are meeting up in Alexandria, Virginia!

11am-3pm

Art-Play-Practice Open Play Hours

11:30am-12:30pm

Compost Crew Outpost Experience Tour

Tour our composting facility, enjoy hands-on activities, and have a chance to win free compost and composting services!

12-2pm

Lake Arbor Jazz Friday Day Party

Come chill by the lake with us at the Lake Arbor Jazz Friday Day Party - it's gonna be a groovy time with good music, good vibes, and good c

12:30-2pm

Beaded Fish Keychains - Dov & Company (Arlington, VA)

Make the cutest beaded fish keychain — a fun, colorful accessory you’ll want on every bag this summer. ✨

2-3pm

Techniques To Erase Negative Emotion and Enable Successful Relationships

Are past negative experiences hindering your ability to have a happy life or relationship in the present? This Webinar is an introduction to...

2-4pm

Don't Let Anxiety and Drama Rule Your Life

Do you want move on more Self Confidently, have less Self Doubt, more Happiness, less Anxiety, and to release your past upsets? Maybe you have...

2-4pm

Do Not Permit Past Emotion To Rule Your Life!

Are past negative experiences hindering your ability to live a happy life? Are you ruled by negative emotions? Possibly you have a thought or...

2-4pm

THE POWER OF THE SUBCONSCIOUS OVER YOU

THE POWER OF THE SUBCONSCIOUS OVER YOU You are welcome to arrive 15 minutes early for refreshments!..

2-4pm

How to take control of your subconscious and harness its power!

Join us for an eye opening lecture where the speaker will break down complex ideas in a clear and practical way. You'll gain insights into:..

2-4pm

Techniques To Erase Anxiety and the Insecurities of a Lifetime.

Are insecurities and anxiety hindering your ability to work and live a happy life?..

2-4pm

The Power of the Subconscious Mind

THE POWER OF THE SUBCONSCIOUS OVER YOU You are welcome to arrive 15 minutes early for refreshments!..

2-4pm

Rid Yourself of Fears and Anxiety for a Happier Future

This event is an introduction to how to handle irrational emotion and past pain...

2-4pm

Erase Trauma and Come Alive Again!

This event is an introduction to how to handle irrational emotion and past pain...

2-4pm

Techniques To Use For a Happier Life!

Your negative emotions can significantly impact your life and your relationships. Sometimes couples and friendships break apart simply because...

2-4pm

Dianetics: The Modern Science of Mental Health

So many of us find ourselves feeling anxious, struggling with self confidence and overthinking many of life's choices...

2-4pm

Rid Your Mind of Unwanted Anxieties and Insecurities

THE POWER OF THE SUBCONSCIOUS OVER YOU...

2-4pm

What Is The Reactive Mind? Can You Get Rid of It?

Your negative emotions can significantly impact your life and your relationships. Sometimes couples and friendships break apart simply because...

3-4pm

The Listening Room Series - Collaboration

Come join us at The Listening Room @ Aria for an afternoon of music, stories, and good vibes!

4-6pm

Design Salon: The Philosophy of Form & Function

A conversation on architecture, interiors, craftsmanship & the enduring dialogue between beauty and purpose, followed by a social reception.

4-6pm

Cuemmunity Picnic

NCSA will be hosting a family picnic at the Meadowbrook Local Park Activity Building on Friday, July 17th

5-7pm

Happy Hour Social

Making new friends as an adult isn't always easy...

5-10pm

FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS at The Bullpen

Friday Night Lights is your official kickoff to the weekend

5:30-8:30pm

Doubles Volleyball, BB+ Level @ Bluemont

Let's get together to play some fun BB level Double games at Bluemont...

5:45-9pm

MP(FRI)-Sand Volleyball: BB - Crystal City

Please read all and make sure you agree before you sign up. Court Type: Outdoor Sand...

6-7pm

Portugal, Unfortified: A Wine Tasting and Class

Join us for a casual seated wine tasting and class to taste and discuss unfortified wines from Portugal with our Wine Director, Erin Dudley.

6-7pm

Friday Evening Self Care: Relaxing Sound Healing

**Wash away the weeks stress! Fill your own cup of self-care and self-love with a candlelight sound healing experience with the harmonic...

6-7:30pm

Handy Bikes | Beginners' No Drop Ride

Meet in the parking lot of the Handy Bikes Service Center...

6-8pm

BB and above players only up to 12 players

Today's meetup is limited to 12 BB and above only players and 2x2, 3x3 or 4x4 play only. Please help us keep this day limited and enjoy the...

6-8pm

Make It Make Sense: Dream Sip 'n Paint with Artist David Ignacio

In this workshop, participants will have the chance to draw/paint their dreams or process the feelings they have through abstract painting!

6-8pm

Floral Clay Ring Making Experience - Dov & Co Ballston Quarter

Make your new favorite summer clay ring ✨ The perfect girl's night out!

6-8pm

Friday Language Exchange [PLEASE READ 🙏]

Let us meet up for a language exchange. We will give out name tags. You write your name and what language you speak and what language you would...

6-8pm

Friday French Réseautage [PLEASE READ 🙏]

Venez apprécier l'ambiance chaleureuse d'une conversation en français autour d'un verre de vin et d'apéritifs. C'est ouvert à tous quelque soit...

6-8pm

Friday Language Exchange [PLEASE READ🙏]

Let us meet up for a language exchange. We will give out name tags. You write your name and what language you speak and what language you would...

6-8pm

Loving Your Mind, Loving Your Life | Community Conversation & Gathering

Join us for Community Conversation & Gathering on Mental Health, Healing, and Growth. Planting the Seed: One of Many in the Series.

6-8:30pm

Joe Pug

Meet Joe Pug, a singer-songwriter known for his lyrical acumen and plaintive harmonica style. Pug grew up playing at the New Deal Café in...

6-8:30pm

SALON DE SOUL 01: Vintz Desert & Uncle

An intimate concert in the round

6-9pm

🌇🍺🍷 DC Ravers Skyline Social

🌇🍺🍷 DC Ravers Skyline Social...

6-9pm

Join Us for Social Hour at Ireland’s Four Courts in Courthouse

Whino is closed, so we're still on the hunt for a new place to call our local. This time, let's check out Courthouse's legendary Four Courts...

6-9pm

20/30s WOMEN...... 'Friday' HAPPY HOUR

We have specials and an extended happy hour, just for our group. Gryphon also make me feel loved and honored, by serving, one of my favorite...

6-10pm

Waterpalooza 2

Dive into an evening packed full of family fun at Waterpalooza 2!

6-11pm

Lake Arbor Jazz Festival Summer White Affair

Sport your favorite summer white attire and meet us at MGM National Harbor Hotel and Casino for an explosive night of contemporary jazz.

6-11pm

Swing's Annual Latte Art Throwdown

32 competitors go head to head in a bracket style competition. Come show off your latte art skills or just hang!

6-12pm

2026 Henderson Family Reunion

Saddle Up, Henderson Family! We invite you to the 2026 Henderson Family Reunion in Washington, DC Metro–...

6:30-7:30pm

Rhythmic Dance Fitness – Maryland: A Vibrant & Engaging Dance Experience!

Enjoy a vibrant and engaging dance experience that blends global rhythms and diverse styles. This class combines elements of Bollywood, Latin,...

6:30-8:30pm

LPNOVA Monthly After Hours

Mark your calendar for every third Friday of the month!...

6:30-8:30pm

Sips of Summer - Morton's Washington D.C.

The Great American Road Trip: a coast‑to‑coast celebration of flavor, craftsmanship and the iconic spirits that defined the American palate.

6:30-8:30pm

WINE DINNER - ISCHIA ISLAND

Join us at Divino Friday, July 17th at 6:30pm for an unforgettable evening celebrating the wines of Casa D'Ambra from the volcanic island of...

6:30-8:30pm

❤️❤️ DC Summer Singles Speed Dating for Age 28-43 ❤️❤️

***TO ATTEND THE EVENT, YOU MUST PURCHASE TICKETS THROUGH OUR WEBSITE ***...

6:30-8:30pm

Sips of Summer - Morton's Bethesda

The Great American Road Trip: a coast‑to‑coast celebration of flavor, craftsmanship and the iconic spirits that defined the American palate.

7-8pm

America 250 Washington Tattoo

The Washington Tattoo, an official partner of America 250, invites you to celebrate the nation's 250th anniversary with an inspiring,...

7-8pm

John Wiswell - The Dragon Has Some Complaints

In this heartfelt fantasy, a dragon whose three heads bear rather different personalities finds family in the most unexpected of places.

7-8pm

Free Talk: Reclaiming Time, Attention & Energy — A Spiritual Response to Burnout

Burnout has become a modern epidemic — But most solutions only scratch the surface....

7-8pm

Friday’s Sound of Soul Abundance Flourishes in a Grateful Heart

Discover how gratitude can open your heart to greater love, joy, and spiritual abundance. **Pause in quiet reflection, and join a gentle...

7-8pm

✨Abundance Flourishes in a Grateful Heart✨

A HYBRID SOUND OF SOUL Discover HU, Ancient Mantra Sacred Sound and how Gratitude can open your heart to greater love,...

7-9pm

Friday Night Skate

Bring your lights for the “Friday Night” Skate!..

7-9pm

LGBTQ+ Social in the City @ Hotel Zena

Are you looking to make new friends in the DC area? This is it! Reserve your spot for free on...

7-9pm

Gen X Social [FRIDAY EDITION] - AT 7PM

This is where you meet the area's 30, 40 and 50 years young; 30 somethings, 40 somethings, 50...

7-10pm

LIVE MUSIC: ERRTH + Nightmarathons + Fond + Truth or Dare

PA punk bands Errth and Nightmarathons are visiting Galactic Panther on their summer tours alongside locals Pond and Truth or Dare!

7-10pm

Christian Creatives: Showcase & Open Mic

Enjoy a night of performances from talented musicians, singers, rappers, poets, and more! Or sign up to grace the stage with your creativity

7-10pm

Nerd Night Out

What to Expect If you want to bring games, please choose simple card games...

7-10pm

Nerd Nite Out!

Summer is here which means it's time for the Nerds to go out again! Come join us on July 17th in the Gallery Place Area (locations to be...

7-10pm

Garden Party

Join us on Friday, July 17th for an incredible Garden Party at the French Embassy, organized by the French-American Chamber of Commerce!...

7-10pm

Garden Party at the Embassy of France

Join us for a "very French" Garden Party at the French Embassy

7-10pm

At the Embassy of France: Garden Soiree & Dance under the Stars

Join us on your own or with friends for an unforgettable night of French food, wine, and music.

7-10pm

HOT TAKE NIGHT: DC UNFILTERED

You know that opinion you keep to yourself because the timing's never right? Friday July 17th, it's finally time....

7-10pm

Drenched in Desire: A Summer Cabaret Experience

An intimate summer night of burlesque, cocktails, temptation, and immersive entertainment—where every seat puts you closer to the action.

7-10pm

Foodies + New Friends: Bethesda | Entrepreneur Edition

Life can get lonely, especially when you’re always working or focusing on your passions. Meet other entrepreneurs over dinner in your city!

7-11pm

TRHA, Demonic Altar, Exsequiae & Grandeur

Black Metal ritual in Washington DC

7pm-1am

Afro Beats x Karaoke

Afro Beats x Karaoke brings together feel good Afro beats, open mic energy, drinks, dancing, and nonstop vibes on July 17th from 7pm to 1am.

7-8pm

EndorseHER Women's Conference- The Reproach Is Rolled Away- Joshua 5:9

Get ready to connect, empower, and celebrate women making moves at this awesome conference! bit.ly/EndorseHER2026

7-12:10pm

Young Professionals Social Club: Nationals Home Game Socials (20s & 30s)

Young Professionals Social Club: Nationals Home Game Socials (20s & 30s) Are you in your 20s or 30s looking to expand...

7:30-7:30pm

MAGICAL MYSTERY DOORS Presents: Beatles/Zeppelin/Doors

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7:30-9:30pm

The School of the Holy Spirit

Every Friday night at 7:30pm you are welcome to attend the Covenant Life Church School of Holy Spirit...

7:30-9:30pm

Friday Curanderismo Cacao Ceremony & Sound Bath For Ancestral Healing

During this ceremony we will drink sacred cacao to connect with our ancestors in a Curanderismo Ceremony to heal emotional burdens, and...

7:30-9:30pm

Greenbelt International Folk Dancers

Friday night Greenbelt International Folk Dancing has gone "virtual". As we all practice good social distancing, many...

7:30-11pm

Contra Dance with Warren Doyle & Unbowed!

Contra dance in the Spanish Ballroom at Glen Echo Park, Glen Echo, MD.

7:30-11:30pm

MULTI EMBASSY BLACK TIE WORLD CUP “SOCCER BALL”

A Special Black Tie Gala to Celebrate the Countries of the World Cup!

7:30-11:30pm

Multi Embassy World Cup "Soccer Ball" Gala

A Special Black Tie Gala to Celebrate the Countries of the World Cup! Taking Place at the Organization of American States

7:30-11:30pm

MULTI EMBASSY BLACK TIE WORLD CUP “SOCCER BALL”

To Attend, Register at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/multi-embassy-black-tie-world-cup-soccer-ball-tickets-1992594498785...

7:45-8:45pm

Beginner Dance Fitness (McLean, VA) | Sweat, Good Vibes, and No Partner Needed

💃 Beginner-Friendly Dance Fitness...

8-10pm

'20s & 30s' Social AND Club Hopping

This event is ONLY to members, who are in their 20s & 30s....

8-10pm

'20s & 30s' Social and Club Hopping

***THIS EVENT IS ONLY FOR 20s and 30s******...

8-10pm

Friday Social AND Club Hopping

Join us in some debauchery for a night of socializing, mingling and dancing the night away, your memorable one, rubbing your shoulder with...

8-10pm

Friday Social AND Club Hopping

Socialize, mingle and dance the night away, your memorable one, rubbing your shoulder with DC's party snobs...

8-10pm

Friday Social AND Club Hopping [PLEASE READ]

Socialize, mingle and dance the night away, your memorable one, rubbing your shoulder with DC's party snobs...

8-10pm

Friday Social AND Club Hopping [PLEASE READ 🙏]

Socialize, mingle and dance the night away, your memorable one, rubbing your shoulder with DC's party snobs...

8-10pm

Caverns Comedy Club DC - Standup Comedy Showcase!

Come to The Caverns Comedy Club at the historic Bohemian Gardens site on U ST.! We've got a handpicked lineup of professional comedians!..

8-10pm

The Let Go: Friday Night

Let go of the week and welcome the weekend. Join master teacher Ann Kite in person every Friday at 8pm for a dynamic, deeply embodied...

8-11pm

Washington DC German Meetup/Stammtisch

Willkommen zum deutschen Stammtisch in Washington DC! Wir treffen uns regelmäßig an verschiedenen Orten, um Deutsch zu sprechen und Spaß zu...

8-11pm

Bi Night Out

Hey Bi Friends! Let's meet up for a night out. This is a fun social event to catch up with old friends or make new ones. We had a great time a...

8:30pm-2am

Pretty Girls Love RnB @ 12 Stories

Pretty Girls Love RnB" is a night dedicated to celebrating different eras of R&B with a band. Join us for our Friday night party.

9-11pm

Public Bar Friday Singles Mixers

🏈 Friday Singles Mixer at Public Bar Live 💘🍻 Every Friday Night we gather at Public Bar Live...

9-11pm

Tokyo Pearl Friday Singles Mixers

💃 Friday Singles Mixer at Tokyo Pearl DC 💘🍸 🎶 Event Details 🕘 Singles Mixer Begins: 9:00 PM- 11pm...

9-11:59pm

The Cactus Liquors

With musical roots in the Maryland-DC-Virginia corridor, the Cactus Liquors bring to you their brand of eclectic, Americana Rock & Roll.

10-11:59pm

07/17 LA CASITA 2 @ STRAND NIGHTCLUB

LA CASITA IS BACK IN DC! JOIN US IN A NIGHT FULL OF BAD BUNNY VIBES! HOSTED BY BELLAKOS VIP!! FIRST 200 PEOPLE GET A FREE DTMF LANYARD!

10pm-1am

Lake Arbor Jazz Friday After Party

Lake Arbor Jazz Festival Summer White After Paty

10pm-2:30am

Rare Essence Friday's

Rare Essence ft Jas Funk along with Obsession band Live from the indoor rooftop!

Events and things to do in Washington

Millennium Stage (In-Person and Livestream): Free Whenever

Hospital Accountability and Tax Exemption Conference

Transparent Fridays - Washington DC chapter meetup

Art-Play-Practice Open Play Hours

Compost Crew Outpost Experience Tour

Lake Arbor Jazz Friday Day Party

Beaded Fish Keychains - Dov & Company (Arlington, VA)

Techniques To Erase Negative Emotion and Enable Successful Relationships

Don't Let Anxiety and Drama Rule Your Life

Do Not Permit Past Emotion To Rule Your Life!

THE POWER OF THE SUBCONSCIOUS OVER YOU

How to take control of your subconscious and harness its power!

Techniques To Erase Anxiety and the Insecurities of a Lifetime.

The Power of the Subconscious Mind

Rid Yourself of Fears and Anxiety for a Happier Future

Erase Trauma and Come Alive Again!

Techniques To Use For a Happier Life!

Dianetics: The Modern Science of Mental Health

Rid Your Mind of Unwanted Anxieties and Insecurities

What Is The Reactive Mind? Can You Get Rid of It?

The Listening Room Series - Collaboration

Design Salon: The Philosophy of Form & Function

Cuemmunity Picnic

Happy Hour Social

FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS at The Bullpen

Doubles Volleyball, BB+ Level @ Bluemont

MP(FRI)-Sand Volleyball: BB - Crystal City

Portugal, Unfortified: A Wine Tasting and Class

Friday Evening Self Care: Relaxing Sound Healing

Handy Bikes | Beginners' No Drop Ride

BB and above players only up to 12 players

Make It Make Sense: Dream Sip 'n Paint with Artist David Ignacio

Floral Clay Ring Making Experience - Dov & Co Ballston Quarter

Friday Language Exchange [PLEASE READ 🙏]

Friday French Réseautage [PLEASE READ 🙏]

Friday Language Exchange [PLEASE READ🙏]

Loving Your Mind, Loving Your Life | Community Conversation & Gathering

Joe Pug

SALON DE SOUL 01: Vintz Desert & Uncle

🌇🍺🍷 DC Ravers Skyline Social

Join Us for Social Hour at Ireland’s Four Courts in Courthouse

20/30s WOMEN...... 'Friday' HAPPY HOUR

Waterpalooza 2

Lake Arbor Jazz Festival Summer White Affair

Swing's Annual Latte Art Throwdown

2026 Henderson Family Reunion

Rhythmic Dance Fitness – Maryland: A Vibrant & Engaging Dance Experience!

LPNOVA Monthly After Hours

Sips of Summer - Morton's Washington D.C.

WINE DINNER - ISCHIA ISLAND

❤️❤️ DC Summer Singles Speed Dating for Age 28-43 ❤️❤️

Sips of Summer - Morton's Bethesda

America 250 Washington Tattoo

John Wiswell - The Dragon Has Some Complaints

Free Talk: Reclaiming Time, Attention & Energy — A Spiritual Response to Burnout

Friday’s Sound of Soul Abundance Flourishes in a Grateful Heart

✨Abundance Flourishes in a Grateful Heart✨

Friday Night Skate

LGBTQ+ Social in the City @ Hotel Zena

Gen X Social [FRIDAY EDITION] - AT 7PM

LIVE MUSIC: ERRTH + Nightmarathons + Fond + Truth or Dare

Christian Creatives: Showcase & Open Mic

Nerd Night Out

Nerd Nite Out!

Garden Party

Garden Party at the Embassy of France

At the Embassy of France: Garden Soiree & Dance under the Stars

HOT TAKE NIGHT: DC UNFILTERED

Drenched in Desire: A Summer Cabaret Experience

Foodies + New Friends: Bethesda | Entrepreneur Edition

TRHA, Demonic Altar, Exsequiae & Grandeur

Afro Beats x Karaoke

EndorseHER Women's Conference- The Reproach Is Rolled Away- Joshua 5:9

Young Professionals Social Club: Nationals Home Game Socials (20s & 30s)

MAGICAL MYSTERY DOORS Presents: Beatles/Zeppelin/Doors

The School of the Holy Spirit

Friday Curanderismo Cacao Ceremony & Sound Bath For Ancestral Healing

During this ceremony we will drink sacred cacao to connect with our ancestors in a Curanderismo Ceremony to heal emotional burdens, and...

Greenbelt International Folk Dancers