It's a great weekend to explore D.C.'s newest museum exhibits — from powerhouse female artists to mammoth-scale installations and American masters.

Three newcomers you won't want to miss:

🦣 "Nick Cave: Mammoth"

The Smithsonian American Art Museum's largest-ever single-artist commission is Nick Cave's first solo show in D.C.

• Rooted in his Missouri upbringing, the immersive exhibit centers on a 70-foot illuminated table packed with found objects, plus towering bronze sculptures and video projections that explore memory, craft and the natural world.

What's next: On March 18, Cave and collaborator Bob Faust discuss the work (free; registration required). His opening talk sold out — reserve early.

If you go: Now through Jan. 3, 2027. Free admission.

🪢 "Ties of Our Common Kindred"

Glenstone's newest exhibition commemorates the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence with iconic works from its collection.

• Pieces by Jackson Pollock, Willem de Kooning, Andy Warhol, Ruth Asawa and more highlight styles that shaped American art over the past century.

If you go: Free timed-entry passes required for the indoor/outdoor museum in Potomac (must be 12 or older).

🎨 "Making Their Mark: Works from the Shah Garg Collection"

Around 80 works by nearly 70 influential female artists debut tomorrow at the National Museum of Women in the Arts.

• The multimedia collection features Faith Ringgold, Kara Walker, Joan Mitchell and more tracing themes of identity, abstraction and power across generations.

If you go: Tomorrow through July 26. Tickets ($16); free under 21

More weekend fun

😆 Jim Gaffigan at The Anthem (through Sat): The comedian brings his "Everything Is Wonderful" tour and laughs to the Wharf. Ticket prices vary

🇮🇪 Capital Irish Film Festival (through Sun): Catch more than 20 Irish films, plus filmmaker panels and special events at AFI Silver Spring. Single tickets $25

🍽️ Restaurant weeks (through Mar. 8): Five winter restaurant weeks are going on in Maryland and Virginia — check out our guide to promos in Bethesda, Vienna and more.

🏒 Capitals Black History Night (tommorrow): The Caps take on Vegas while honoring Black achievement in hockey — specialty jerseys on auction for charity. Ticket prices vary

🍫 Cheese & Chocolate Pairing at Bold Fork Books (tomorrow): Learn how to pair nontraditional cheeses and chocolates at this hands-on foodie workshop in Mount Pleasant. Tickets $75

🧀 Raclette Fest at Cheesetique (through Mar. 15): Cozy up to Swiss raclette, alpine cocktails and apple strudel in Alexandria. A la carte pricing

🪂 Sky Zone Dulles grand opening (Sat): Celebrate the launch of the new indoor adventure park with DJs and giveaways. Walk-in only, $10 for two hours

Recruit a friend!

Here's what's new on Hulu, Netflix, Apple TV, Tubi, Prime Video and HBO Max.

"Paradise" — Season 2 available now on Hulu

• This season follows protagonist Xavier's (Sterling K. Brown) journey to find his wife outside the bunker — back in "Paradise," society starts to unravel as the citizens deal with the aftermath of Season 1.
• If you don't remember or didn't watch the first season, the show's companion podcast has you covered.

"Formula 1: Drive To Survive" — Season 8 available tomorrow on Netflix and Apple TV

• Dive into the tense battle between McLaren drivers Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri and Red Bull Racing's Max Verstappen during the 2025 F1 season.
• The 2026 campaign, featuring a new American team, begins with the Australian Grand Prix March 5.

"Monarch: Legacy of Monsters" — Season 2 available tomorrow on Apple TV

• King Kong and Godzilla will team up to defeat Titan X, a bioluminescent sea monster, during this season of the action-adventure series.

More must-watches!