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D.C. lands massive FIFA World Cup Fan Zone on the National Mall

D.C. is launching a massive FIFA Fan Zone on the National Mall next month — with live match screenings, concerts, food and cultural events tied to America's 250th anniversary celebration.

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D.C. will host a huge <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="FIFA World Cup" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/washington-dc/2026/05/22/where-to-watch-world-cup-dc-2026" data-vars-content-id="44203120-7bf4-4c75-be0c-167c5c5132da" data-vars-headline="D.C. lands massive FIFA World Cup Fan Zone on the National Mall" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/washington-dc/2026/05/22/where-to-watch-world-cup-dc-2026" target="_self">FIFA World Cup</a> Fan Zone on the National Mall this summer, organizers announced Tuesday — tying one of the world&#x27;s biggest sporting events to America&#x27;s 250th birthday celebration.Why it matters: Even without hosting matches, D.C. is positioning itself as a World Cup destination — leaning into its <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="international fanbase" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/washington-dc/2026/05/26/world-cup-expat-bars-embassy-watch-parties-dc" data-vars-content-id="44203120-7bf4-4c75-be0c-167c5c5132da" data-vars-headline="D.C. lands massive FIFA World Cup Fan Zone on the National Mall" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/washington-dc/2026/05/26/world-cup-expat-bars-embassy-watch-parties-dc" target="_self">international fanbase</a> and an expected influx of global visitors during what&#x27;s projected to be one of the biggest tourism summers.

Alexandria soon to be overrun with Croatian soccer hunks

Sports

Big news for aspiring <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="WAGs" data-vars-click-url="https://www.today.com/popculture/what-are-wags-rcna124752" data-vars-content-id="1b01516f-251c-43fe-aeda-76a1d06b5ffa" data-vars-headline="Alexandria soon to be overrun with Croatian soccer hunks" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.today.com/popculture/what-are-wags-rcna124752" target="_blank">WAGs</a> (and HABs) in Washington: The Croatian National Team will be training and staying in Alexandria during this summer&#x27;s <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="World Cup" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/washington-dc/2025/12/08/world-cup-matches-near-dc-philadelphia-metlife-stadium-boston" data-vars-content-id="1b01516f-251c-43fe-aeda-76a1d06b5ffa" data-vars-headline="Alexandria soon to be overrun with Croatian soccer hunks" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/washington-dc/2025/12/08/world-cup-matches-near-dc-philadelphia-metlife-stadium-boston" target="_self">World Cup</a>.Why it matters: Do we have to spell it out for you? Okay, fine: There will be some hunky Croatian soccer daddies roaming our streets.

How D.C.'s next delegate would handle Trump

Both leading candidates mull negotiation strategy.

Politics

They&#x27;ll have to challenge President Trump on a lot, but the leading candidates to succeed <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Del. Eleanor Holmes Norton" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2026/01/27/eleanor-holmes-norton-retiring-dc-congress" data-vars-content-id="c7847da0-fa65-4584-9a0f-4c2b0eea013e" data-vars-headline="How D.C.&#x27;s next delegate would handle Trump" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2026/01/27/eleanor-holmes-norton-retiring-dc-congress" target="_self">Del. Eleanor Holmes Norton</a> also see room for negotiation and partnership. The big picture: D.C. Council members Robert White and Brooke Pinto are eyeing several areas of potential cooperation — from public safety to tax breaks.

Whoever buys this townhouse is officially on BBQ duty

The private rooftop terrace features a built-in grill and gas fireplace.

Outdoor Living Brief

This swanky Shaw townhouse is listed for nearly $1.6 million and comes with a <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="private rooftop terrace" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/washington-dc/2026/04/10/home-value-fence-outdoor-upgrade" data-vars-content-id="d26932aa-abd9-469d-8a09-c7f9b427ef84" data-vars-headline="Whoever buys this townhouse is officially on BBQ duty" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/washington-dc/2026/04/10/home-value-fence-outdoor-upgrade" target="_self">private rooftop terrace</a> ready for BBQ season.The vibe: Ride your in-unit elevator to the top of four levels, where a built-in grill and gas fireplace make hosting possible <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="year-round" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/washington-dc/2026/04/10/outdoor-design-trends-dc" data-vars-content-id="d26932aa-abd9-469d-8a09-c7f9b427ef84" data-vars-headline="Whoever buys this townhouse is officially on BBQ duty" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/washington-dc/2026/04/10/outdoor-design-trends-dc" target="_self">year-round</a>.

D.C.'s solar eclipse forecast looks sunny

Washingtonians can catch a partial eclipse starting at 2pm

The <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="solar eclipse" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/washington-dc/2024/03/22/eclipse-2024-how-to-watch" data-vars-content-id="948325eb-bb4f-45a0-9634-e2209f28e6f7" data-vars-headline="D.C.&#x27;s solar eclipse forecast looks sunny" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/washington-dc/2024/03/22/eclipse-2024-how-to-watch" target="_self">solar eclipse</a> day forecast for Monday looks mostly sunny, according to the National Weather Service.The big picture: The D.C. area is a ways from the path of totality, but Washingtonians will see a partial eclipse from 2:04pm to 4:32pm. The greatest coverage: 3:20pm, per a <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="tracking tool from NASA" data-vars-click-url="https://science.nasa.gov/eclipses/future-eclipses/eclipse-2024/where-when/" data-vars-content-id="948325eb-bb4f-45a0-9634-e2209f28e6f7" data-vars-headline="D.C.&#x27;s solar eclipse forecast looks sunny" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://science.nasa.gov/eclipses/future-eclipses/eclipse-2024/where-when/" target="_blank">tracking tool from NASA</a>.

Eclipse

D.C. eclipse party

D.C.'s solar eclipse forecast looks sunny