Reminders for Tonight and the Weekend
Posted August 20, 2026
Thursday, August 20
The Capitol Hillbillies host the Capitol Hill Swing Dance – 7:30pm – 9:30pm (Lesson at 7:00pm).
Live music. Laminate wood‐like floor. Admission: $10, teens $5
Location: St. Mark’s Episcopal Church, 301 A St. SE; some parking
available. Latest info: https://www.facebook.com/rollingpiano/events Contact: Joel
Friday, August 21
Dog Days of August Jazz – Every Friday in August now – thru 28th – 5pm-7pm
Free Live Jazz featuring Saxophonist Herb Scott
At Eastern Market under the farmer’s line shed.
Next Friday at Dog Days of August:
- August 28th: Gracie Jay
Saturday, August 22
Last Chance to See CHAL Exhibit: Abstract – CHAL Members Juried Exhibition
Capitol Hill Art League (CHAL) members were invited to delve into the abstract, by sharing artwork that does not attempt to represent external reality, but seeks to achieve its effects using shapes, forms, lines, colors. The exhibition was juried by Kelly MacConomy.
The show runs to August 22, 2026, at, Capitol Hill Arts Workshop, 545 7th Street, SE.
Sunday, August 23
The Friends of Lincoln Park are hosting the 3rd annual back-to-school magic show.
The Great Zucchini in Lincoln Park – Sunday, August 23rd at 10:00am. Head to Lincoln Park on Sunday for the Friends of Lincoln Park’s 3rd annual back to school magic show featuring The Great Zucchini! The legendary DC magician will perform his hilarious 45-minute show near the Mary McLeod Bethune statue! Refreshments will be available.
Sunday, August 23
Congressional Cemetery – Battle of Bladensburg Wreath Laying Ceremony with the District of Columbia National Guard
10:00am – 11:00am | Free
On August 23, please join Historic Congressional Cemetery in collaboration with the District of Columbia National Guard for a Battle of Bladensburg commemoration beginning at 10:00 a.m. The ceremony will honor the dozens of D.C. Militia members buried at Congressional Cemetery who fought in the battle.
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