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Things to do in the DC area this weekend: Oct. 4–6

Music, theater and fall festivals are just some of the entertainment events for the weekend of Oct. 4 through Oct. 6. (Images provided to ²ÝÝ®´«Ã½)

All Weekend:Ìý

Ìýat the Dulles Expo Center this weekend is a cultural celebration like no other, featuring cuisine from South Asia with shopping, vendors, music and entertainment, artisans and more.

Ìýthis weekend is an annual event bringing boat enthusiasts and manufacturers together at City Dock for demos, vendors, music and entertainment, tastings and more.

Ìýin Ft. Belvoir is four days of authentic German cuisine, beverages, music, dance, games and a carnival through this weekend.

Ìýis a two-day festival celebrating the history of the B&O railroad with music, games, crafts, vendors and more.

Ìýis at Eagle Bank Arena this weekend bringing Mickey and all his pals together for a high-octane ride to your favorite Disney destinations at various showtimes.

, in Crownsville, is a trip back in time to the world of King Henry VIII with the unique village, music and entertainers, food and games and fun for the family.

Ìýin Frederick, Maryland, is great fall, farm, family fun with rides, activities, corn maze, entertainment, food and fireworks.

Ìýat Butler’s Orchard, in Germantown, will have pick-your-own pumpkins, rides, farm fun activities, food and more.

Ìýis great family fun with rides, food, music and games. Fields of Fear and more.

at Ticonderoga Farms, in Chantilly, features family farm fun with rides, activities, entertainment and more.

Ìýis great family fun with animals, activities, entertainment and more.

Ìýis an introduction to experimental sounds in a two-month celebration with various bands performing at various venues.

ARTECHOUSE‘s newest exhibit, “,” examines human motion from various standpoints by renowned Japanese artist Daito Manabe, engaging visitors in dance, lights and shades through creative technology.

Hirshorn Sculpture GardenÌýpresents “ For the first time, the 4.3-acre outdoor plaza is being devoted almost entirely to the work of one artist.

The National Museum of Women in the ArtsÌýpresentsÌýfeaturing one of the art world’s greatest revolutionaries, with a 40-piece display of glass painted porcelains and sculptures.

The National Portrait Gallery presents “,” a collection of photographs from pivotal moments in history with an interactive kiosk and illustrated brochure.

The National Gallery of Art features “,” celebrating the 100th anniversary of photography’s introduction to the world.

The ²ÝÝ®´«Ã½eum presents “Ìýin a new exhibit exploring the effect Comedy Central’s show had on American politics with over 50 artifacts.

The National Law Enforcement Museum presents “,” a 10 week crime-solving contest with clues and puzzles peppered throughout a museum visit.

celebrates D.C.’s professional theater community with many fall special performances, demonstrations, meet-and-greets and more through this weekend.

The Kennedy Center presents “,” the Andrew Lloyd Webber smash Broadway musical and winner of seven Tony awards (including Best Musical), depicting a tribe of cats in joyful celebration.

The KennedyÌýCenterÌýhostsÌýÌýat various showtimes this weekend. The acclaimed Chicago-based off-the-cuff comedy ensemble performs a show written right before your eyes.

The Signature TheatreÌýpresents “,” Caryl Churchill’s caustically funny and surreal afternoon tea calamity at various showtimes this weekend.

Ford’s TheatreÌýpresents “,” a celebration of August Wilson and the adapted film that depicts the trials of a former Negro League baseball star turned sanitation worker adapting to life with his family in Pittsburgh.

Shakespeare Theatre CompanyÌýpresents “,” written and performed by the multiple Emmy Award-winner Phoebe Waller-Bridge and broadcast from London. It brings to life the hilariously funny one-woman show that inspired the BBC hit TV series.

 

Saturday, Oct. 5:

Ìýin Del Ray is a multi-cultural arts festival with five stages of entertainment, food, 300-plus artisans and vendors, kids activities and more.

Ìýis in its 12th year celebrating German culture, with three stages of music and entertainment, traditional food and drink, kids activities and a German auto show.

Ìýat Audi Field is hosted by D.C. United and combines arts, cuisine and District culture, featuring more than 20 restaurants and 10 breweries, live music and more.

Friday and Saturday invites you to shop, dine and enjoy live music, kids activities and more.

Ìýis closing a stretch of Georgia Avenue in Petworth for a wide array of family fun activities such as biking, skating, aerobics, shopping and dining.

Ìýin Rockville will highlight German food, local breweries, artisans, two stages of music and entertainment, kids activities and more.

Ìýwill have live music, vendors, artisans, demos, classes, kids activities and more.

Ìýat Merriweather Symphony Woods is your ticket to unlimited tasting, vendors, food, live music and entertainment and more.

is a food, wine and music festival all for charity, with exhibitors, vendors and artisans. Enjoy two stages of music and entertainment.

Ìýin Historic Downtown Manassas is in its 37th year of great family fun with vendors, live music and entertainment, kids activities, games and more.

is the Woodmont Triangle’s famous food and music festival that highlights 60+ restaurants with 5 stages of music, kid’s corner and more.

 

Saturday Night:

Entertainment and Sports ArenaÌýhosts gospel stars at the .

The BirchmereÌýhas neo-soul duo .

9:30 ClubÌýpresents English indie rockersÌý.

At The Anthem, it’s L.A. singer-songwriter and producer .

Pearl Street WarehouseÌýhosts Nashville singer-songwriterÌý.

Rams Head On StageÌýpresentsÌý.

Jammin’ JavaÌýhas local rock withÌý.

The Howard TheatreÌýpresents world-class percussionist .Ìý

The Hamilton has a night of jazz and R&B with vocalists .

U Street Music Hall has the punk pop of Reno’s .

City WineryÌýpresents singer-songwriter iconÌý.

Weinberg CenterÌýhas the acoustic roots ofÌý.

Tally Ho TheatreÌýpresentsÌý.

 

Sunday, Oct. 6:

Ìýwill host local artists and vendors, with demos and displays. It also features three stages of live music, a kids zone and more.

Ìýin downtown Annapolis is where street festival meets art, music and food festivals. Check out vendors, demos, live music and tastings.

, in Rockville, features live music, kids activities, vendors, exhibitors, a beer garden and more.

, in Columbia, will have vendors, foods, artisans, entertainment and music.

, at St. Clements Island Museum, is a celebration of watermen that has something for everyone: rides, kids activities, music and other entertainment and food.

 

Sunday Night:

The BirchmereÌýhosts legendary pop rockersÌý.Ìý

Pearl Street Warehouse has the legendary singer-songwriter duo .

Union StageÌýpresents hip-hop, rap artistsÌý.

At Rams Head On Stage it’s Nashville’sÌý.

Jammin’ JavaÌýhosts singer-songwriterÌý.

City WineryÌýpresents two shows with an “American Idol” winner during an .

The Song Byrd CafeÌýhas noise rock from Ireland withÌý.

Blues Alley features the virtuoso drummer .

MECU PavilionÌýhas rappersÌý.

Bethesda Blues & JazzÌýpresents renowned R&B and jazz-pop vocalist .

Maryland HallÌýpresents the legendaryÌý.

Mary DePompa

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