Experience D.C.’s arts scene in a variety of creative and unique ways this weekend, from a fashion show and marketplace showcasing local creatives to a VR exhibit that makes you part of the art!
Dancing in Pixels
Aug. 8-10, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Long View Gallery | 1234 9th St. NW, Washington, D.C. 20001
Immerse yourself in art like never before at this exhibit that combines dance and virtual reality (VR) technology! Visitors can even add to the exhibit themselves by creating a dance of their own. Admission is free for D.C. residents.
Free for D.C. residents, $10 for standard tickets | dancinginpixels.org
Washington D.C. Water Lantern Festival
Aug. 9-10, 5:30-10:30 p.m.
National Harbor | 165 Waterfront St., Oxon Hill, MD 20745
Spend a peaceful night at the National Harbor as the water comes to life with floating lanterns. Ticketholders can decorate their own sustainable lanterns and set them adrift. There will also be food trucks, a scavenger hunt giveaway and other fun activities.
$30.99-$57.99, free for children ages 8 and younger | waterlanternfestival.com/events/washington-dc-25
Ananse: Summer Fashion Show and Marketplace
Aug. 10, 2-6 p.m.
Thurgood Marshall Center for Service and Heritage | 1816 12th St. NW, Washington, D.C. 20009
Explore art and fashion creation from artists both young and old at this community festival, business fair and fashion show! It’s a great opportunity to learn more about Black-owned businesses in D.C. and to support your favorites.
$33.85, $14.64 for kids ages 7-15, free for kids ages 7 and younger | instagram.com/anansefashionshow
