Washington Wizards vs. Oklahoma City Thunder
NBA regular-season clash as the Washington Wizards host the Oklahoma City Thunder at Capital One Arena. Expect fast breaks, three-pointers, and a packed DC crowd as two Western Conference powers meet in an action-packed basketball showdown.
The Crucible (Opera)
Washington National Opera presents The Crucible at Lisner Auditorium. Conducted by WNO Music Director Robert Spano and directed by Francesca Zambello, this staging of Robert Ward’s Pulitzer-winning opera brings Miller’s Salem tale to life with themes of fear, accusation, and the cost of truth.
James Carter at Blues Alley
Jazz icon James Carter performs at Blues Alley, delivering virtuosic saxophone solos in an intimate DC club setting. Expect fiery improvisation and cool standards in a classic late-evening jazz experience.
Culinary Concepts III: Cooking Proteins to Perfection
Join Culinary Concepts III at Galería for a hands-on cooking class focused on proteins. Work at your own workstation as you master foundational techniques that enhance flavor, texture, and tenderness, elevating weeknight dinners with chef-tested methods.
Michelle Buteau: The Surviving And Thriving Tour
Veteran comic Michelle Buteau headlines The Surviving And Thriving Tour at Warner Theatre, delivering sharp, unabashed storytelling and bold punchlines. A high-energy, intimate stand-up night in Washington that blends fearless humor with heartfelt moments.
NatSec Consultant’s Toolkit — SSP Skills Workshop
Part of Georgetown’s SSP Skills Workshop Series, this session delivers practical tools and templates for national-security consulting. Attendees work through threat assessment frameworks, risk communication, and toolkit-building exercises designed to sharpen real-world advisory skills.
Michelle Buteau: The Surviving And Thriving Tour
Comedian Michelle Buteau brings her Surviving And Thriving Tour to the Warner Theatre for a night of fearless storytelling, sharp punchlines, and unapologetic humor. Expect candid personal anecdotes, bold crowd-work, and big energy in a classic Washington, D.C. venue.
Silk Road Ethiopian Cooking: Doro Wat & Lentil Stew
Join Marianne Tshihamba at Hill Center DC for a Silk Road-inspired cooking class tracing how spices moved across continents. Learn to prepare fiery Doro Wat with injera, plus collard greens and red lentil stew, and savor a hands-on culinary journey.
Special Cherry Blossom “Sakura Spring” Cocktail
Join a Cherry Blossom Sakura Spring Cocktail tasting at Georgetown. Sample a seasonal lineup crafted by local mixologists, featuring floral, citrus notes inspired by the sakura bloom. An indoor Georgetown venue blends seasonal flair with a relaxed, social atmosphere in DC.
Common Good City Farm Spring Celebration Resource Fair & Seed Swap
Spring celebration at Common Good City Farm featuring a seed-and-plant swap and a resource fair. Common Good will supply seeds; guests are encouraged to bring seeds to swap. There are activities for all ages and free food to share on the farm.
ZZ Ward @ Birchmere
ZZ Ward headlines the Birchmere in Alexandria for an intimate, blues-infused night of soul and R&B. Expect punchy guitar hooks, powerful vocals, and a high-energy live set in the legendary DC-area venue.
Superintelligent AI and Loss of Control
Hybrid talk on the risks of superintelligent AI losing human control, hosted by the AI Safety Awareness Group D.C. The session investigates safety gaps, governance challenges, and practical mitigation strategies for advanced AI, with options to attend in person or online.
Disney's Beauty and the Beast
Disney's Beauty and the Beast arrives on stage as a dazzling musical in Washington. This Broadway-style production features beloved songs, lavish costumes, and spectacular sets, offering a magical, family-friendly night of live theater for Disney fans.
Family Workshop: From Print to Paint
Family-friendly workshop at the Folger Shakespeare Library exploring printmaking and painting. Hands-on activities invite kids and adults to transform prints into colorful paintings, guided by museum educators in a welcoming, art-filled setting inspired by literary motifs.
DC Student Sustainability Leadership Summit
Georgetown University hosts the DC Student Sustainability Leadership Summit, a student-focused conference exploring practical sustainability leadership on campus and beyond. Expect expert talks, panels on campus initiatives, and networking with students and professionals in Washington, DC.
GW SAHC Keynote: Karan Brar on Heritage and Identity
GW SAHC presents keynote speaker Karan Brar at the Jack Morton Auditorium, discussing cultural duality, representation, and breaking stereotypes. The talk weaves heritage with future identities, reflecting the theme 'Unraveling the past. Weaving what’s next.'
Tippi Toes: Baby Ballet
An engaging baby ballet class for ages 2.5–3.5 at Hill Center DC, guiding toddlers through music, movement, and early ballet steps. The session emphasizes balance, rhythm, and positive social play in a friendly, parent-free setting designed to foster confidence on the dance floor.
Pasta Foundations III: Gnocchi Lab
Join Pasta Foundations III: Gnocchi Lab at Galería for a hands-on class exploring gnocchi structure and moisture control. Learn traditional technique to produce light, refined gnocchi and master moisture balance in a focused kitchen-lab setting at Union Market DC.
Rhiannon Giddens @ George Mason University
Grammy-nominated folk artist Rhiannon Giddens performs live at George Mason University, delivering roots-inspired originals and traditional tunes in a campus concert setting. Expect rich storytelling and luminous vocals, blending old-time flavor with contemporary insight on a university stage.
Plant Parenthood w/ Jeff Kushner
Join Plant Parenthood with Jeff Kushner for a practical plant-care workshop at Plants Alive!, covering watering techniques, light needs, and troubleshooting common problems. Learn beginner basics and advanced care practices to keep your plants thriving.
Listening Guide to Incarceration
Georgetown University hosts a timely lecture, Listening Guide to Incarceration, examining how mass incarceration shapes policy, communities, and civil rights. The talk offers a rigorous, campus-based discussion with scholarly insights into reform, justice, and accountability.
Learn Anime & Animation: Teen Course (12-17)
An in-person teen animation workshop at Hill Center DC for ages 12-17, teaching 2D hand-drawn and digital animation. Led by a trained animator, the course covers beginner to advanced techniques using accessible online tools, with opportunities to meet other young animators in a collaborative setting.
ALLEYCVT @ 9:30 Club
Electronic artist ALLEYCVT headlines Washington, D.C.'s iconic 9:30 Club for a late-evening show. Expect pulsing synths, driving rhythms, and an immersive, intimate club atmosphere that showcases high-energy electronic music.
Tech, Toxins, and Truth: STEM Brunch
Join CEAd Mikal for a campus STEM brunch on e-waste, tech, and environmental health. Meet at Somers Hall and move to the Marvin Center for talks on the health impacts of modern technology.
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