AAPI festivals in D.C., plus more things to do this weekend
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Several events are happening this weekend for Asian American and Pacific Islander History Month.
🥟 State of play: Tonight, Hi-Lawn is turning into a night market that channels the street food and performances of Hong Kong atop Union Market.
- Tiger Fork, Canton Disco, Kayu and more vendors are selling food and drink (entry is $5).
🐲 The Fiesta Asia Street Fair takes over Pennsylvania Avenue on Saturday, featuring live performances, pan-Asian foods and kid-friendly entertainment.
- On tap: cultural showcases from Azerbaijan to Vietnam and Mongolia.
- Admission is free.
🛍️ Plus, on Sunday, an AAPI Art & Vintage Market will take place at Maketto on H Street Northeast, with two floors of local makers and curators.
Other events this weekend:
🇺🇸 The Smithsonian just opened a cool exhibit: "In Pursuit of Life, Liberty & Happiness" at the National Museum of American History. In commemoration of America's 250th, artifacts include Thomas Jefferson's portable desk, which he used to draft the Declaration of Independence.
🪕 Takoma Park is hosting a bluegrass block party on Friday, featuring live music and a family-friendly vibe.
🇬🇷 The Greek Festival at Saint Sophia Cathedral in Northwest is back, Friday afternoon through Sunday, so grab a gyro and stay for some live music and dancing. Event deets
🍵 D.C. has a matcha fest (who knew?). Saturday and Sunday at Union Market, Matcha World will have tastings of pastries and drinks. Tickets, though, are now on a waitlist.
🖼️ The National Museum of Women in the Arts is holding a tour on Saturday where you can learn about how artists use "creativity to draw attention, raise awareness, and spark conversation." Reserve a spot
🛶 The 12th annual Anacostia River Festival on Saturday afternoon is free and has activities like guided meditation, pickleball and fishing workshops.