List: What to do in the DC area this week and weekend, through May 4
Events, free things to do, festivals and more fun ideas in D.C., Maryland and Virginia.
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Wolfgang Puck demonstrates how to make crab cakes
Restauranteur Wolfgang Puck often comes to D.C. to check on his restaurant, CUT. He recently made lunch with News4’s Eun Yang and Tommy McFly.
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Folger Shakespeare Library to celebrate the writer's birthday Saturday
The Folger Shakespeare Library will celebrate the historic poet and playwright’s birthday with printing press demonstrations and lawn games Saturday. News4’s Tommy McFly reports.
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Increasingly popular NOVA Roller Derby holds spring exhibition Saturday
The NOVA Roller Derby league holds its spring exhibition Saturday. News4’s Tommy McFly spoke to the league president and breaks down what to expect and how to enjoy the whole event.
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National Cherry Blossom Parade kicks off in Washington D.C.
Cherry Blossom season 2025 is coming to an end, but not before colorful balloons and elaborate floats march down Constitution Ave. News4’s Juliana Valencia reports.
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Caps honor Ovechkin with event fit for a GOAT
The Washington Capitals welcomed Alex Ovechkin back to D.C. with a fan event befitting the NHL all-time leading goal scorer. News4’s Tommy McFly reports.
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The DC man behind the viral ‘Classic TV and Film' IG account
Lydell Ellis explains why his grandmother played a big role in the content he creates today.
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‘Ovi! Ovi!' Arlington students celebrate Alex Ovechkin's record at Caps practice
Arlington students were ecstatic to get a chance to see Alex Ovechkin practice at the MedStar Capitals Iceplex. News4’s Juliana Valencia reports live.
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American-Chinese cuisine Lucky Danger serves up tasty takeout at Nationals Park
When you go to a Washington Nationals game, you can’t help but to grab a bite. News4’s Molette Green talks to the chef of Lucky Danger about bringing American-Chinese takeout to baseball fans as a new vendor at Nationals Park.
