Your D.C. Weekend: Mubadala DC Open, Bob Dylan and Loudoun County Fair
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Defending champ Alex De Minaur of Australia is back for the Mubadala DC Open. Photo: Scott Taetsch/Getty Images
The Mubadala DC Open returns to Rock Creek Park this weekend with one of its most exciting lineups yet, Saturday through August 2.
Why it matters: The tournament, now the world's only combined ATP/WTA 500 event, brings some of tennis' biggest names to town – and the chef lineup is pretty exciting, too.
Who's playing: Defending champion Alex de Minaur, American stars Taylor Fritz, Frances Tiafoe, Tommy Paul and Madison Keys, plus Daniil Medvedev, Naomi Osaka, Venus Williams, Elina Svitolina, Jasmine Paolini, Stefanos Tsitsipas and dozens more.
Beyond the baseline: Expect autograph sessions, kids' activities, player meet-and-greets and tennis talks throughout the week.
Come hungry: Local favorites like Silver & Sons barbecue, Duke's Grocery, Taco Bamba, and Dolcezza will serve fans, while VIP guests can sample dishes from star chefs like José Andrés, The Dabney's Jeremiah Langhorne (The Dabney) and Patrick O'Connell of The Inn at Little Washington.
If you go: Tickets start at $28 per session (VIP seats from $149).
More weekend fun!
🎡 County fair time: The Loudoun County Fair celebrates its 90th year with carnival rides, livestock shows, fried-food favorites and cow pie bingo. Through Sat, tickets vary
🎭 Fringe finale: Catch the final weekend of the District Fringe Festival at UDC, featuring experimental and comedy performances. Through Sun, tickets $15
🎸 Dylan returns: Bob Dylan headlines Wolf Trap for two nights of rock-and-roll poetry. Fri-Sat, tickets $65+
⚾ Ballgame + concert: Watch the Nationals take on the Diamondbacks, then stick around as Jason Derulo performs a postgame concert. Your game ticket gets you into the show; on-field passes are extra. Fri, ticket prices vary
- On Saturday, it's Harry Potter theme night.
⚽ Soccer's still on: D.C. United hosts Toronto FC in another lively summer matchup. Sat, tickets $29+.
🏠 Build for good: Celebrate Habitat for Humanity's 50th anniversary with family-friendly volunteer projects, food trucks, games and crafts in Alexandria. Sat, free
🚲 Family fun: Join Hill Family Biking for an easy four-mile ride ending at The Yards splash park with free ice cream. Sat, free
🏛️ Smithsonian Family Day: Meet PBS Kids characters, catch live performances, try art activities, and explore history through games, reenactors and interactive exhibits celebrating America's 250th at the Arts & Industries Building. Sat, free
🏰 Last call: It's the final weekend to see "American Aspirations" inside the Smithsonian Castle before the exhibit closes. Through Sun, free.
🎭 Final curtain: Signature Theatre wraps up its acclaimed revival of "Pippin" in Arlington. Through Sun, tickets vary
🧊 Looking ahead: Escape to Antarctica as Kathmandu Tapas & Cocktails transforms into "Deception Island" with immersive décor, polar-inspired cocktails and DJ Quickspin. Sessions are limited to 40 guests each. Mon, free tickets