Get creative in the DMV this weekend with these arts and culture-focused events! They’re a great way to learn more about arts education in the area and even get an idea for your next project.
2025 St. Theodore Greek Festival
Sept. 26-28, 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Friday and Saturday; noon-7 p.m. Sunday
St. Theodore Greek Orthodox Church | 7101 Cipriano Road, Lanham, MD 20706
Experience Greek culture at this annual festival, which is celebrating its 35th anniversary this year. Attendees can chow down on delicious Greek food, see live performances of traditional Greek music and dance and shop for imports and creations from local vendors. There will be activities for children available as well.
Free | sttheodores.org/festival
Fourth Annual Arts in the Park
Sept. 27, 1-4 p.m.
University Park, MD 20782
Explore the local arts scene at this casual, family-friendly event! Artists will be doing demonstrations of their techniques and displaying their pieces across different mediums. Young attendees can also take on-site art classes, where they’ll learn how to sculpt, paint and make prints.
Free | upmd.org
Echo Arts Festival
Sept. 28, noon-5 p.m.
Glen Echo Park | 7300 Macarthur Blvd., Glen Echo, MD 20812
This free event is a great opportunity to explore Glen Echo Park’s arts education offerings. Occurring rain or shine, the annual festival features arts demonstrations and classes, live performances and interactive exhibits where guests have the opportunity to leave their mark and show off their creative chops.
Free | glenechopark.org/echoarts
