Your D.C. Weekend: EU Open House, Takoma Fest, Garden Tours
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Get a taste of different European countries at the EU Open House. Photo: Courtesy EU Open House
It's a globe-trotting kind of weekend — no passport required — thanks to Saturday's EU Open House.
Why it matters: It's a rare chance to step inside D.C.'s embassies for a cultural experience — think food, music, art and history — all in one walkable day.
State of play: More than two dozen European embassies — plus the EU Delegation — will open their doors Saturday (10am-4pm) for an international celebration commemorating both Europe Day and America's 250th birthday.
What to expect: Free entry to participating embassies, largely around Dupont Circle/Kalorama/Embassy Row (with some exceptions in Georgetown, 16th Street and beyond).
- Cultural performances, exhibits and hands-on activities
- Food samples ranging from Belgian waffles to French treats
- Family-friendly fun like scavenger hunts, trivia and face painting
Zoom in: At the EU Delegation (2175 K St. NW), expect a DJ spinning European hits, a photobooth and tastings — plus exhibits on the long-standing U.S.–EU relationship. Belgium and Ukraine will also be featured on-site.
- Free timed entry here requires registration via Eventbrite.
Plan ahead: Map out your stops here.
More weekend fun
🩰 Cinderella (Fri–Sun): The Washington Ballet stages a modern take on the classic fairytale with more than 80 student performers at the National Theatre. Tickets $58+
🎶 Takoma Porchfest + Takoma Flea (Sat): Live music meets vintage treasure hunting in this popular Takoma Park doubleheader that turns the neighborhood into a day-long festival. Free
🎨 Bethesda Fine Arts Festival (Sat–Sun): Browse 120 booths featuring fine art from local and traveling artisans, plus live entertainment and local eats. Free
🏡 Capitol Hill House & Garden Tour (Sat–Sun): Step inside eight homes, historic buildings and a native plant garden on the Hill's southeast side, with stops and refreshments along a pedestrian-friendly route. Limited tickets ($50) released 9am on Eventbrite
👒 Georgetown garden tour (Sat): Peek inside some of the neighborhood's most beautiful private gardens during this annual spring tradition in its 96th year. Tickets $50 online or day-of purchase
🌷 Mom's Day Out at The Boro (Sat): Celebrate Mother's Day early in Tysons with free flowers, DIY crafts, live music, a bubble artist, photo ops and giveaways — plus bites, shopping and a biergarten to check out. Free
⚽ Mother's Day Spirit Party (Sun): If Mom's a soccer fan, take her to Metro Bar's free Spirit watch party (starts 6pm) with giveaways and specials.