Fun & Games in Washington, DC worth going out for.

There's a version of this city that empties at six and another that doesn't, and I only pay attention to the second one.

I keep track of fun & games in Washington, DC and only keep the ones worth going to. Ask me what you're after.

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Wordplay Wednesday: Goth(ic Lit) Night

Wordplay Wednesday: Goth(ic Lit) Night

Wed, Oct 7 · 5:00 PM

Northwest Washington

Gothic lit after hours

One time only
Trivia at the National Geographic Museum of Exploration

Trivia at the National Geographic Museum of Exploration

Wed, Oct 7 · 6:00 PM

Northwest Washington

Museum trivia nights

Farragut Fun Days

Farragut Fun Days

Wed, Oct 7 · 12:30 PM

Northwest Washington

Midweek lunch break party

DC Pickle Bash

DC Pickle Bash

Sat, Oct 10 · 10:00 AM

Northwest Washington

All things pickled

One time only
Spooky Pooch Howl-o-ween Celebration

Spooky Pooch Howl-o-ween Celebration

Sat, Oct 24 · 4:00 PM

Northwest Washington

canine costume contest & gardens

One time only
Civics Trivia at the National Archives

Civics Trivia at the National Archives

Tue, Oct 27 · 7:00 PM

Northwest Washington

Civics quiz night showdown

One time only
Twentieth Annual Parade of Trabants

Twentieth Annual Parade of Trabants

Sat, Nov 7 · 10:00 AM

Southwest Washington

Cold War car rally

One time only
O Museum in The Mansion

O Museum in The Mansion

Northwest Washington

Mansion treasure hunt

Beat The Bomb DC

Beat The Bomb DC

Northeast Washington

immersive team gaming experience

Newcomer
LIVE BAND COWBOY KARAOKE

LIVE BAND COWBOY KARAOKE

Wed, Oct 7 · 9:00 PM

Northeast Washington • $$

Live band karaoke

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SONGBYRD MUSIC TRIVIA NIGHT: EMO TRIVIA HOSTED BY SAM & TODD!

SONGBYRD MUSIC TRIVIA NIGHT: EMO TRIVIA HOSTED BY SAM & TODD!

Mon, Oct 5 · 7:00 PM

Northeast Washington

Emo music trivia

One time only
Smithsonian Starstruck: An Immersive Experience - Washington

Smithsonian Starstruck: An Immersive Experience - Washington

Northwest Washington

Cosmic VR journey

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La Cosecha, Latin Marketplace

La Cosecha, Latin Marketplace

Northeast Washington

Latin American food hall

Mini Golf Course at East Potomac Golf Links

Mini Golf Course at East Potomac Golf Links

Southwest Washington

Historic riverside putting

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Frequently asked questions

How are these fun & games in Washington, DC chosen?

I go through what's actually on nearby and keep only the ones worth the trip. Nobody pays to be on this list.

Is everything here still happening?

Yes. If it's on the list, it's still on — anything that's finished drops off by itself.

How do I find something that suits me?

Open the map and tell me what you're after — a good terrace, somewhere that works with kids, something on tonight. I'll answer and narrow it down with you.

Do I need an account?

No, everything here is browsable without one. An account is how I learn your taste, your people and your saves, so what I show you keeps getting closer to what you'd actually go to. You can also have ideas sent to you by email or message if you want them.

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