When I visited the Temperance Alley Garden behind the U Street Metro stop on Saturday, it felt more like a block party than a community gardening day. There were about 30 people there, mostly in their 20s and 30s. Almost everyone there had a job to do and seemed happy to be doing it, dirtying […] The post This Community Garden Will Be Gone Soon. The People It Brought Together Are Okay With That. first appeared on Washingtonian ..read more

Choose from a variety of events to celebrate Pride this year, from a 5K race to an electric disco. DC Black Pride Multiple locations DC Black Pride offers several events throughout Memorial Day weekend, including a Talent Showcase, workshops and writer’s forums, cookouts, and parties. Check out the full schedule of events here. Details: Saturday, […] The post Here’s How to Celebrate Pride Month Around DC first appeared on Washingtonian ..read more

Channeling staycation vibes this summer? Hotels around DC offer pool day passes for non-guests through the web platform Resort Pass, meaning you can go for a swim without booking a room. Here are six great pools for cooling off this season. Hotel Zena 1155 14th St., NW Spend a sunny day at this chic rooftop […] The post Swim at These DC-Area Hotel Pools With Day Passes first appeared on Washingtonian ..read more

Check out these DC-area homes for sale this week: 1 A one-bedroom condo in Stanton Park Price: $310,000 Where: 305 C St., NE, #410 This fourth-floor condo in Stanton Park includes large windows, recessed lighting, and hardwood flooring. The bedroom features reclaimed French doors made out of windows from the Alexandria Old City Hall. The […] The post 3 DC-Area Listings You Need to Check Out first appeared on Washingtonian ..read more

For their first date after meeting on Bumble, John “made the trek” from DC to Old Town to take Nicole to PX, the now-defunct 1920s-style speakeasy. They lingered over a flight of French fries that came with six kinds of fries and sauces. “I don’t think I got home until 1 am!” says Nicole. Even […] The post This Black, White, and Champagne Wedding Blends Modern Flair with Traditional Design first appeared on Washingtonian ..read more

While we may earn a commission if you buy something through these links, we make unbiased, independent decisions about what to recommend. For a weekend getaway or an extended staycation, these Airbnbs within a two-hour drive of Washington, DC, offer an ideal way to beat the heat: a private pool.  Whether the pool is the getaway’s […] The post The Best Airbnbs With Pools in the DC Area first appeared on Washingtonian ..read more

Your long weekend is about to get even longer. Over 200 bars, restaurants, and clubs in the District have permission to serve alcohol until 4 AM over Memorial Day weekend, thanks to DC’s Alcoholic Beverage and Cannabis Administration’s Extended Hours program. Normally, last call at DC bars is 2 AM on weekdays and 3 AM […] The post Over 200 DC Bars, Restaurants, and Clubs Can Serve Drinks Until 4 AM Over Memorial Day Weekend first appeared on Washingtonian ..read more

Brick City—the National Building Museum’s newest exhibit—features the work of U.K. artist Warren Elsmore. His medium? Legos. Elsmore shrinks the world’s most recognizable sites down to eye level using the little plastic bricks. The works are entirely his own; he doesn’t rely on kits.  You can check out 37 of Elsmore’s structures at the museum […] The post 10 Amazing Lego Creations You’ll See at the National Building Museum’s Newest Exhibit first appeared on Washingtonian ..read more

Happy holiday weekend, everyone! Who’s thrilled about the long weekend? Show your excitement with live music and camping at Delfest, or explore artist Robert Houle’s new colorful retrospective at the Smithsonian.   Best Things to Do This Weekend National Memorial Day Concert. Before you head to the parade on Monday, experience an evening of grand […] The post Best Things to Do in the DC Area 5/25-5/29: National Memorial Day Concert, Delfest, and “Red is Beautiful” Exhibit first appeared on Washingtonian ..read more

Memorial Day Weekend is the unofficial start of summer—and when several public pools and splash parks open for the season. Here are the dates to know: DC DPR Outdoor Pools From Saturday, May 27 through Sunday, June 26, DC’s outdoor pools will be open on the weekends only. After June 26, pools will be open […] The post Here Are the Public Pools and Splash Parks Opening Around DC This Weekend first appeared on Washingtonian ..read more