Happy Labor Day! There’s plenty of things to do in the DMV to fill out your long weekend, including several art-focused events.
54th Annual Labor Day Art Show
Aug. 29-Sept. 1, 7:30-9 p.m. Friday; noon-6 p.m. Saturday through Monday
Spanish Ballroom at Glen Echo Park | 7300 MacArthur Blvd., Glen Echo, MD 20812
This annual tradition at Glen Echo Park sees hundreds of artists from around the Mid-Atlantic region displaying and selling their work, including paintings, sculptures, furniture and more. This year’s event features over 400 artists! The weekend-long art show kicks off with an opening reception on Friday.
Free | glenechopark.org/ldas
2025 Paint the Town Art Show
Aug. 30-Sept. 1, 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Saturday; 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday; 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday
Kensington Armory | 3710 Mitchell St., Kensington, MD 20895
This three-day celebration is one of the longest-running art shows in the area. Stop by on Saturday and Sunday to take part in workshops and demonstrations by local artists, focusing on everything from drawing cartoon characters to creating pet portraits. The town of Kensington is also hosting a Labor Day parade and festival on Monday.
Free | montgomeryart.org/laborday
Crochet Creations with the Crochet Kingpin
Aug. 30, noon-2 p.m.
Anacostia Community Museum | 1901 Fort Pl. SE, Washington, D.C. 20020
Brush up on your crocheting skills or teach your kids the foundations at this community workshop hosted by textile artist Dwayne Lawson-Brown, who will be leading attendees through basic techniques. This workshop is appropriate for kids ages 8 and up.
Free | anacostia.si.edu
