Your D.C. Weekend: YogaFest, Restaurant Week and a block party
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D.C.'s biggest yoga festival is returning, with classes for all ages and experience levels on Saturday.
Why it matters: It's a great way to recharge and connect, all free and guided by skilled instructors.
Zoom in: The D.C. Department of Public Works is hosting the 4th annual YogaFest, dedicated to the theme of "Yoga For Everybody."
- Residents can join for yoga, meditation, and breathwork.
- Vendors, food, and giveaways will also be available.
Activities range from inclusive classes for all ages, body types and experience levels to silent disco yoga, moving to the rhythm of dance music through wireless headphones.
- The 12 YogaFest classes include power yoga, restorative yoga, and kids yoga.
- The event is BYOM — so bring your own mat, plus water and a hat, the festival encourages.
The event is at the Reservoir Park Recreation Center (10 Lower Service Ct. NW) and runs from 10am to 1pm.
🎵 James Taylor returns to Wolf Trap tonight, and again on Saturday and Sunday nights. Tickets start at $79
🌭 It's Chicago Palooza at The Roost food hall on Saturday, with beer bar Shelter slinging loaded hot dogs and offering craft beers from the Windy City. Special cocktails include drinks made with Chicago's hometown liquor Malört, like a Dirty Malörtini. No admission fee
🍹 Summer Restaurant Week continues through Sunday, and hundreds of local spots are offering set menus for lunch, brunch or dinner. Check out Anna's picks.
💃 Arena Stage is taking over 6th Street SW for a free outdoor block party on Saturday. "Community Day" is returning this year with an outdoor stage for live music, with yoga, salsa dancing, and more on schedule. No registration needed
🎤 Sixth & I is hosting the NJB+ Pageant on Sunday for contestants to compete in a "showcase of talent, style, and Jewish queerness." Proceeds go to the DC LGBTQ+ Community Center. General admission: $40