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The Weekend Scene: Peeps, Fireworks, Beer Fest in Nats Park and More Things to Do Around DC

Things to do and free events this weekend in D.C., Maryland and Virginia

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Oh, the pastel places you'll go this weekend.

Beyond Passover dinner and Easter brunch, our top picks for this weekend are a PEEP show and Dr. Seuss-themed adventure in Northern Virginia, cherry blossom fireworks along the Anacostia River and a beer festival taking over Nationals Park.

DC United, 🏀 the Wizards and 🏒 the Capitals have home games.

🧣 Get ready to show off your favorite spring jacket: This weekend will be cool. Sunday is looking better for outdoor plans. Here's the forecast.

Peep Week (Through Sat., Occoquan)

A sugar rush of cuteness! See PEEPS® dioramas in shops around Historic Occoquan and at the Occoquan Town Hall. It’s free to visit. Vote on your favorite for a chance to win $100 gift cards.

Want to make a day out of your trip to Occoquan? Rent kayaks or paddleboards at Occoquan Regional Park (note age requirements). Workhouse Arts Center also hosts an art walk Saturday evening.

A new immersive experience at Tysons Corner Center lets people step into the pages of beloved Dr. Seuss books. News4’s Tommy McFLY has a preview.

The Dr. Seuss Experience (Opens Fri.)

Oh, the places you’ll go inside Tysons Corner Center. Truffula Trees, costumed characters and Seuss-themed rides inspired by nine different books are coming to life through June. Tickets run $27.20-$34.

DC Beer Fest (Sat.)

Head to Nats Park to sample beers from dozens of craft breweries while enjoying dueling pianos, cover bands, DJs and food trucks. GA tickets start at $50. There are two sessions: noon to 3 p.m. and 5 to 8 p.m.

And if you need brunch before you go, check out our guide to eating and drinking in Navy Yard.

Petalpalooza (Sat., 1 to 9 p.m., Capitol Riverfront)

This cherry blossom-themed festival will bring interactive art installations, stages with live music, a beverage garden and more to five zones around the Capitol Riverfront area.

The Official National Cherry Blossom Festival Fireworks Show will fire at 8:30 p.m., visible along the Anacostia River — including in Anacostia Park.

Festival highlights:

  • Absolutely Dragulous and ‘90s cover band White Ford Bronco are set to perform at Diamond Teague Park
  • For kids, check out sports mascots at the Navy Yard/Ballpark Metro, circus-style performers at The Great Lawn and crafts at Diamond Teague Park
  • Sip from a cocktail bar and coffee sample station at Tingey Plaza

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