Giant Barbecue Battle and more things to do this weekend in D.C.
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The Giant Barbecue Battle fires up on Pennsylvania Avenue this weekend.
Why it matters: There's something for the whole family, with smoked meats, musical performances and contests for pitmasters and carnivores alike.
State of play: The Giant Food-sponsored event is back for its 34th year on Pennsylvania Avenue between Third and Seventh streets.
- The Saturday-Sunday festival will take over a big space near the Capitol, with a concert stage, local establishments, free sampler stations and microbrew and wine tastings.
- Pitmasters from around the country will compete for $50,000 in prizes.
- Entertainment includes the Chuck Brown Band, Rare Essence and so much more on the Pepsi Lay's Go-Go Stage. The Indy Grand Prix Car will also be showcased, ahead of August's race.
🍗 If you love wings: Capital City Mambo Sauce is hosting its first Carryout Classic Wing Eat Contest on Saturday. Registration is on-site at 11am before fingers get saucy at 12:30pm.
- There are also eating contests featuring Nathan's Hot Dogs and watermelon.
- And, thankfully, organizers are advertising a station for Tums.
If you go: One-day pass starts at $21.20
More fun this weekend:
🏛️ The Lincoln Memorial Undercroft opened today, a new 15,000-square-foot subterranean exhibit. See the concrete columns that hold up the memorial inside a cave-like space, as well as signed copies of the Emancipation Proclamation. Free; timed entry tickets
🧬 The National STEM Festival runs through Saturday at the Square at 1850 K St. NW, featuring activations like a 3D digital cadaver and autonomous vehicles or experiments like designing a wind turbine.
🎡 The Great American State Fair continues on the Mall, with food and drink specials and events like "Farm to Fair" tomorrow. More info
🖼️ The Hillwood showcases a new exhibit this weekend about the artistry and cultural significance of textiles. On display are objects dating back to the 17th century, from European evening purses to Russian scarves, and artwork from local artist Sophia Narrett exploring embroidery and lace-making.
🌃 The D.C. Public Library features "hometown DC," an installation telling the stories of locals, timed for the nation's 250th birthday.