Tech Tonic May 2026

State Fairs Artist Demonstrations

Explore live demonstrations by artists inspired by state fairs at the Renwick Gallery. This gallery program invites visitors to watch technique demonstrations, engage with creators, and experience contemporary American art in a historic museum setting.

Alex Isley - When The City Sleeps

R&B/soul artist Alex Isley performs 'When The City Sleeps' at the Warner Theatre in Washington, DC. This intimate live show features smooth vocals and lush arrangements, delivering a stylish, nightlife-ready evening of contemporary soul.

ECHO & THE BUNNYMEN: More Songs To Learn & Sing

Echo & The Bunnymen headline a live show at the Warner Theatre in Washington, DC, delivering a blend of classic post-punk anthems and tracks from More Songs To Learn & Sing. The intimate, historic venue frames a powerful evening of timeless rock.

AWS re:Invent Government

AWS re:Invent Government is a premier tech conference at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Washington, DC. The event showcases cloud innovations, security, and government procurement with talks, expo halls, and hands-on sessions led by AWS experts and partners.

Cal Tri 5k, 10k DC

Cal Tri DC offers a road-running double: 5k and 10k options in Washington. The course runs on public roads with 100–500 participants, delivering a friendly yet competitive atmosphere for runners.

Shift Happens

Shift Happens is a one-day MeriTalk forum in Washington, DC, where government and industry leaders examine how agencies fund, buy, secure, authorize, and scale technology. It explores practical implications for modernization and procurement in the public sector.

Mon Laferte - Femme Fatale Tour

Mon Laferte brings her Femme Fatale Tour to the Warner Theatre in Washington, DC. Expect a high-energy pop set with Latin-infused ballads and bold stage presence in an intimate, classic venue.

Abebe Bikila Day International Peace Marathon

Abebe Bikila Day International Peace Marathon in Washington features road-based half-marathon and marathon distances on a city course, drawing 100-500 participants. The event blends athletic competition with a peace-driven theme in an urban setting.

State Fairs: Growing American Craft

Explore State Fairs: Growing American Craft at the Renwick Gallery. This Smithsonian exhibition traces how state fairs shaped American craft, showcasing quilts, pottery, glass, and other handmade objects from regional artists. Immersive displays highlight the craft narratives behind America's enduring design heritage.

Race for Remembrance - 9/11 Tribute Run - Washington DC to New York NY

Two-day, 170-mile tribute run from the Flight 93 Memorial in Shanksville, PA to New York City, carried by a 30-member relay from Old Town Run Club and Murphy's Run Club. The DC Lincoln Memorial hosts a 9/11 memorial reading before the route continues toward NYC.

Move4Her 5K Run/Walk for Women's Cancer

Move4Her is a charity 5K run/walk in Washington, DC to benefit the Foundation for Women's Cancer. Race day offers onsite registration, 7:30 AM check-in, a 9:15 AM warm-up, a 9:45 AM 5K start (with a 1-mile option), and post-race celebration at Freedom Plaza.

NMAAHC 10th Anniversary Celebration

Join Washington, DC's National Museum of African American History and Culture as it marks its 10th anniversary with a cultural celebration featuring performances, panel discussions, and special exhibits highlighting Black history, art, and community impact.

CES Government

CES Government at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center is a major industry conference and trade show focused on government tech and electronics, featuring exhibitors, keynote sessions, policy debates, and networking for professionals in public sector innovation.

MetroCooking DC 2026 - Grand Tasting Pavilion

Commanding the Digital Domain: Owning the Digital Battlefield

An online summit from Washington, DC exploring how governments command the digital domain, cyber strategy, and digital governance. The program covers cyber security, digital transformation, and policy leadership through keynotes and panels in a dynamic virtual format.