These 168 activities are worth leaving the house for.
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November 5 at 11am +2
Smithsonian's National Air and Space Museum · Southwest Washington • Free
Bessie Coleman barnstormed her way into history as the first Black woman pilot, and this storytime brings her journey to life for little dreamers. Kids then craft banners celebrating their own sky-high hopes.
November 7 at 10am (This weekend)
Tudor Place · Northwest Washington • Free
Join the garden team at Tudor Place to remove invasive plants and replace them with native species. This hands-on morning session helps keep the historic landscape healthy and thriving.
November 7 at 6pm (This weekend)
Phillips@THEARC · Southeast Washington • Free
Get your hands into fiber art with Aliana Grace Bailey at this free workshop. You'll explore fabric mediums inspired by Sam Gilliam's canvas work, no experience needed, all materials provided.
November 8 at 4pm (This weekend)
Hill Center at the Old Naval Hospital · Capitol Hill • $125
Cook your way through a five-course plant-based holiday menu with three-time James Beard winner Joe Yonan, then sit down to feast on your handiwork. Yes, there's a blowtorch involved: sweet potato crème brûlée.
November 9 at 6pm
Washington Printmakers Gallery · Northwest Washington
Transform your inner landscape through Neurographic art, a playful practice blending mindfulness with bold lines and color. Guided by Uyen Nguyen, you'll create a personal artwork while exploring self-discovery and stress reduction, no experience needed.
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Wed, Nov 4 · 6:00 PM
Hill Center DC · Capitol Hill
$75
Wed, Nov 4 · 6:00 PM
Hill Center at the Old Naval Hospital · Capitol Hill
$349
Wed, Nov 4 · 6:00 PM
Omni Shoreham Hotel Washington D.C. · Northwest Washington
Wed, Nov 4 · 6:00 PM
Hill Center at the Old Naval Hospital · Capitol Hill
$349
Wed, Nov 4 · 7:00 PM
The Dance Institute of Washington · Northwest Washington
Wed, Nov 4 · 2:40 PM
Hill Center DC · Capitol Hill
Wed, Nov 4 · 6:00 PM
Hill Center at the Old Naval Hospital · Capitol Hill
$199
Thu, Nov 5 · 6:00 PM
The Great Lawn · Northwest Washington
Thu, Nov 5 · 6:00 PM
Hill Center at the Old Naval Hospital · Capitol Hill
Thu, Nov 5 · 6:00 PM
Hill Center at the Old Naval Hospital · Capitol Hill
$199-$349
Thu, Nov 5 · 6:00 PM
Hill Center at the Old Naval Hospital · Capitol Hill
$210
Thu, Nov 5 · 6:15 PM
Hill Center at the Old Naval Hospital · Capitol Hill
Thu, Nov 5 · 4:30 PM
Chevy Chase DC Neighborhood Library · Northwest Washington
Free
Thu, Nov 5 · 7:15 PM
Kadampa Meditation Center DC · Southwest Waterfront
Thu, Nov 5 · 5:00 PM
Hill Center at the Old Naval Hospital · Capitol Hill
$325
Thu, Nov 5 · 6:00 PM
Hill Center at the Old Naval Hospital · Capitol Hill
$199
Fri, Nov 6 · 11:00 AM
National Museum of Asian Art · Southwest Washington
Fri, Nov 6 · 6:00 PM
11:Eleven Gallery · Northwest Washington
Fri, Nov 6 · 8:00 PM
Penn Social · Northwest Washington
Tickets $15
Sat, Nov 7 · 12:00 PM
Hill Center at the Old Naval Hospital · Capitol Hill
Sat, Nov 7 · 9:30 AM
Hill Center at the Old Naval Hospital · Capitol Hill
Sat, Nov 7 · 9:00 AM
Omni Shoreham Hotel Washington D.C. · Northwest Washington
Sat, Nov 7 · 10:10 AM
Hill Center at the Old Naval Hospital · Capitol Hill
Sat, Nov 7 · 10:00 AM
Hillwood Estate, Museum & Gardens · Northwest Washington
$12
Sat, Nov 7 · 10:10 AM
Hill Center at the Old Naval Hospital · Capitol Hill
Sat, Nov 7 · 5:00 PM
Hotel George · Northwest Washington
Sat, Nov 7 · 9:00 AM
VIDA - Yards · Navy Yard
$20
Sat, Nov 7 · 10:00 AM
Turnage Theatre · Washington
Sat, Nov 7 · 11:00 AM
Hill Center at the Old Naval Hospital · Capitol Hill
Sat, Nov 7 · 9:30 AM
Omni Shoreham Hotel Washington D.C. · Northwest Washington
Free
Sat, Nov 7 · 12:00 PM
Arts Club of Washington · Northwest Washington
Sat, Nov 7 · 11:00 AM
Hill Center · Capitol Hill
$79
Sat, Nov 7 · 10:00 AM
Hill Center at the Old Naval Hospital · Capitol Hill
Sat, Nov 7 · 10:00 AM
Hillwood Estate, Museum & Gardens · Northwest Washington
Sat, Nov 7 · 9:00 AM
Hill Center at the Old Naval Hospital · Capitol Hill
$306
Sat, Nov 7 · 9:00 AM
Hill Center DC · Capitol Hill
Sun, Nov 8 · 10:00 AM
Planet Word · Northwest Washington
Free
Mon, Nov 9 · 2:30 PM
National Children's Museum · Northwest Washington
Mon, Nov 9 · 6:00 PM
Hill Center DC · Capitol Hill
$185
Mon, Nov 9 · 6:00 PM
Hill Center at the Old Naval Hospital · Capitol Hill
$210
Mon, Nov 9 · 6:30 PM
Hill Center DC · Capitol Hill
$131
Mon, Nov 9 · 6:00 PM
Hill Center at the Old Naval Hospital · Capitol Hill
$199
Mon, Nov 9 · 6:00 PM
Hill Center at the Old Naval Hospital · Capitol Hill
$349
Tue, Nov 10 · 6:30 PM
Hill Center at the Old Naval Hospital · Capitol Hill
$103
Tue, Nov 10 · 6:00 PM
Hill Center at the Old Naval Hospital · Capitol Hill
$199-$349
Tue, Nov 10 · 6:00 PM
Hill Center at the Old Naval Hospital · Capitol Hill
Tue, Nov 10 · 6:00 PM
Hill Center DC · Capitol Hill
$349
Tue, Nov 10 · 7:30 PM
Solid State Books · H Street Corridor
$0
Tue, Nov 10 · 3:30 PM
Hill Center at the Old Naval Hospital · Capitol Hill
Tue, Nov 10 · 6:00 PM
Hill Center at the Old Naval Hospital · Capitol Hill
$349
Look at author conversations at Politics and Prose Bookstore, or the productions at Shakespeare Theatre Company: Harman Hall. A writer discussing their work or a play you’re still arguing about afterwards can give you plenty to build an evening around.
Check the event’s exact location, admission details, and whether you need to reserve. A familiar organisation may host programmes at several venues, and free admission can still require registration. Use the event details when planning your journey.
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