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weekend scene Sep 24

Hidden History Weekend Starts Friday in West Virginia

Southern West Virginia’s hidden history will be highlighted during an event this weekend

Sep 9

MAP: Maryland Byway Highlights Sites From Harriet Tubman's Life
Washington DC Jul 4

Your 2020 Fireworks Finder: How to Safely Watch in DC, Maryland, Virginia

Cherry Blossoms Jun 18

Spots to View Cherry Blossoms When You're Trying to Avoid the Crowds

When the cherry blossoms bloom, visitors typically crowd around the world-famous trees surrounding the Tidal Basin. But as people are encouraged to social distance, we’re sharing this list of sp...
Instagram Apr 21

Pictures: Travel Around the World With Hello Kitty at This New DTLA Pop-Up

You can travel around the world with Hello Kitty at a new Instagram pop-up museum that opened on Friday, Sept. 20, 2019.
Breaking Bad Apr 20

Step Into Walter White's World at This ‘Breaking Bad' Pop-up Bar and Restaurant in West Hollywood

No more half measures. Tickets are now on sale for the “Breaking Bad Experience.” The West Hollywood pop-up bar and restaurant “completely immerses” guests into the award-winni...
Mar 13

Do's and Don'ts: Hiking Old Rag Trail in Shenandoah National Park

Nestled near Madison County, Virginia, is Shenandoah’s most popular — and most difficult — destination for hiking: Old Rag Mountain.

National Mall Mar 2

Think You Know Cherry Blossoms? Take Our Quiz

Here’s a quiz to test your knowledge on the iconic trees that draw visitors from all over the world to D.C. for their beauty.
Mar 2

Cherry Blossom Festival 2018: 8 Key Events

We’re still waiting on the actual blossoms, but the National Cherry Blossom Festival is in full swing! Read on for some of the key events, or check out the full schedule here.
NBC Feb 25

Cincinnati Zoo's Baby Hippo Fiona to Be Subject of Children's Book

A popular baby hippo at the Cincinnati Zoo will now be featured in a book about her life that will be targeted toward children. NBC affiliate WLWT reports zoo director Thane Maynard is writing about the experience of hand-raising the hippo, who was born 6 weeks premature and is the smallest known newborn hippo to survive.
WASHINGTON Feb 12

Photos: Free and Cheap Things to Do in Washington, DC

We’ve rounded up the best free and ultra-cheap things you can do in Washington, D.C.
Dec 29, 2019

Beat Cold-Weather Boredom With These Activities in DC, Maryland and Virginia

When it’s too chilly to go outside, there’s still plenty of fun to be had. Whether you want to cozy up by a fire or see some innovative art, here are some ways to beat out the stir-crazies.
Dec 27, 2019

12 Winter Weekend Getaways Within an Easy Drive of DC

You could spend winter bundled up at home… or you could go to these spas, resorts, historic locations or even a water park! Check out our favorite winter getaways within easy driving distance from the D.C. area.
Dec 26, 2019

16 Spots to Ski, Skate or Snowboard Around the DMV & Beyond

Grab your warmest gear and get outside! Whether you want to stick around D.C. or hit the road for a several-hour road trip, there are plenty of options to enjoy the great outdoors even during the coldest time of year. Check out skating rinks in and around the city and ski resorts for when you’re ready to get out...
Dec 26, 2019

Photos: LightUP Fest Brings 1 Million Lights to Loudoun County

LightUP Fest is now illuminating the One Loudoun town center in Ashburn, Virginia, bringing brilliant displays comprised of from more than a million lights across 20 acres of land. Organizers say the exhibition is one of the largest on the East Coast and combines traditional Chinese lanterns with state-of-the-art lighting technology. You’ll f...
GEORGETOWN Dec 26, 2019

Georgetown GLOW Lights Up Streets of Georgetown Dec.1
Worth the Trip Dec 19, 2019

Virginia Ski Resort Opens With $1M in Upgrades

A Virginia ski resort has opened for the winter season with more than $1 million in improvements and additions. The Daily Progress reports the 11,000-acre Wintergreen Resort in Nelson County has added 10 new snow guns with a greater range of working temperatures. Wintergreen also added a new cellphone app to provide information about trails, condit...
Dec 13, 2019

Knock Out Your Holiday Shopping at These Holiday Markets in DC, Maryland and Virginia

Skip the big-box store to find local and unique gifts at markets in D.C., Maryland and Virginia.
THE SCENE Dec 12, 2019

20+ Winter & Holiday Events You Won't Want to Miss in the DC Area

From a water-skiing Santa to holiday pop-ups to jaw-dropping lighting displays, the D.C. area will have your calendar packed all season long.
Dec 10, 2019

Photos: Grinch Is Star of This Year's ICE! at National Harbor

Explore Who-ville (and its northern suburbs) in ice sculpture form during this year’s ICE! at Gaylord National Harbor, which is featuring “How The Grinch Stole Christmas.” Maybe your heart will even grow three sizes.

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