Events, free things to do, festivals and more fun ideas in D.C., Maryland and Virginia for the week of Thanksgiving.

D.C. holiday tradition “A Christmas Carol” is back at Ford’s Theatre with Craig Wallace returning for his 10th season as Scrooge. He’s joined on stage by a wonderfully talented cast, including Erin ...

This December is filled with sparkles and merriment, from holiday lights and parades to menorah lightings and New Year's Eve ...

Subscribe to The Weekend Scene newsletter to get our picks delivered straight to your inbox — every Wednesday Yes, do call it a comeback weekend! The Smithsonian museums and National Zoo are starting ...

The government shutdown has temporarily closed many of Washington’s go-to spots for tourists, including the free Smithsonian museums. But if you’re coming to town during the shutdown, your itinerary ...

As the late summer weather finally returns to more manageable temperatures, it’s a good time to take advantage of the great outdoors. This weekend, the Southern Maryland Sunflower Festival is a solid ...

Art and culinary delights collide at this Thursday’s event, Art on the Rocks. Hosted at the Heron Hotel in Alexandria, Virginia, the event invites 10 local mixologists and chefs to create cocktails ...