D.C. weekend: Adams Morgan Day, Bruce Springsteen, DC Bike Ride and more
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Adams Morgan Day Festival attendees dance in the street. Photo: Courtesy of Adams Morgan Day
This weekend in D.C., check out Adams Morgan Day, Bruce Springsteen at Nats Park, DC Bike Ride, an Asian culture festival and more.
1. β€οΈ Celebrate AdMo
The 46th annual Adams Morgan Day is this weekend.
Why it matters: D.C.'s longest standing neighborhood celebration will have performances from local dance troupes, hip hop artists, drummers, food from neighborhood vendors and more.
If you go: Programming is noon-7pm Sunday along 18th Street. Free.
Anna's thought bubble: Bring your dancing and walking shoes, the AdMo festival is always packed with terrific musical and visual artists as well as tasty eats from local restaurants.
What's next: The neighborhood just set a date for the popular Adams Morgan Fall Porchfest on Nov. 2.
2. π§βπΎ DC State Fair
- The 15th annual fair will include over 50 local makers, food vendors and live performances, and there will be more than 60 blue-ribbon competitions 10am-5pm Saturday in Franklin Park.
3. ποΈ Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band
- Watch Bruce Springsteen live 7:30pm Saturday at Nationals Park. Tickets start at $116.
4. π¨ Takoma Park Folk Festival
- Enjoy a day of music, craft shows, international food and children's activities Sunday at Takoma Park Middle School. Free. See full schedule here.
5. π US Asian Fest
- Celebrate Asian cultures through live performances, food and drinks, cosplay contests, a vendor market and more 2-9pm Saturday at One Loudoun. Tickets start at $25.
6. π₯ Be a Drummer for a Day
- Learn how to drum and samba with BatalΓ‘, a local all-women Afro-Brazilian drumming group 10am-1pm Saturday at Hancock Park. Free.
7. π² DC Bike Ride
- Ride though 20 miles of car-free streets to support local nonprofits and enjoy a festival at the finish line with food and live music. The ride starts at 8am Saturday. Ride passes start at $85.
8. π₯ Legends & Legacy Celebration
- Celebrate women's sports with panel discussions hosted by sports journalist Jemele Hill, family-friendly activities, music, mini golf, and a U.S. Open Women's Championship watch party noon-8pm Saturday at District Pier at The Wharf. Free. Register here.
