Things to Do

D.C.’s major war memorials will host wreath-laying ceremonies for Memorial Day, but they will be scaled back due to the pandemic. News4’s Juliana Valencia reports.

Arlington National Cemetery has reopened to visitors in time for the public to pay respects over Memorial Day weekend. News4’s Derrick Ward reports.

Memorial Day weekend is officially here, and the D.C. area has plenty of events happening. From a motorcycle rallies to a beer festivals, there’s something for everyone.

More reopenings continue as people celebrate National Boba Day. News4’s Tommy McFly shares the best places to be this weekend.

News4’s Tommy McFly and Jummy Olabanji have the details on things you can do this weekend in the D.C. area.

The Downtown Holiday Market is set to return for its 16th year, although with changes due to the pandemic. News4’s Justin Finch reports on a District tradition.

For so many Americans, this is a time of being cooped up. There’s less interaction with fellow humans and, in many cases, with the landscape itself. COVID-19 and its impact of more than 200,000 Americans dead have kept many away from air travel, cruise ships and crowded beaches. Enter a decidedly unplugged alternative, a very concrete antidote to a suddenly...

A corn maze, Black Restaurant Week and more for your weekend

Coronavirus restrictions are easing and some people feel more comfortable about going out in public now. So, we’re bringing back The Weekend Scene. For the first time in months, Tommy McFly and Jummy Olabanji chat virtually about safe, socially-distanced things you can do this weekend with your family.

Catch a movie under the stars while social distancing.

There’s nothing like a pandemic to make you feel cooped up during the summer. Plenty of places in the D.C. area have reopened, often with safety measures in place. And you don’t need to spend a lot of money, either. There are ways to help keep the community healthy while you go out: Avoid crowds, stay outside when possible,...

The National Air and Space Museum is set to open its Udvar-Hazy Center in Chantilly, Virginia, on Friday. News4’s Aaron Gilchrist takes an exclusive first look.

Normally The Weekend Scene highlights the fun things you can do around D.C., Maryland and Virginia. But things are changing rapidly in the face of coronavirus. So we’re rounding up some ways to keep the whole family entertained while you’re spending time inside. Keeping kids engaged and inspired will be key, especially if your school district closes for a...

PJ Feinstein from Washington Family magazine gives tips to keep your kids occupied with lots of time at home.

News4’s Jummy Olabanji and Tommy McFly tell us about some of the events coming up this weekend, including the Black Girls Rock Festival, Whiskey Walk and Colonial Athletic Association Tourney as we prepare for March Madness.

Welcome to the first full weekend of meteorological spring. First: It’s the first weekend of meteorological spring, but it’s going to be a little chilly, especially in the mornings. Check out the forecast in your neighborhood. Cherry blossom season is upon us! Peak bloom is predicted for March 27-30. Mark your calendar for all these favorite events, including the...

Leap into spring with these fun things to do around D.C., Maryland and Virginia this weekend. First: March 1 is the beginning of meteorological spring, but it’s going to be chilly. Check out the forecast in your neighborhood. Are you ready to rock?! The Foo Fighters are teasing that they’ll bring their “Jam” music festival to the D.C. area....

There’s a new museum in D.C. — and this one is entirely made for kids. The National Children’s Museum opens Monday, with fun, interactive exhibits that let kids control the weather on a green screen, design and race a toy car or vote on which pet is best. Parts of the museum also honor its hometown, including with a...

D.C. has a new museum that’s just for kids and their families. News4’s Juliana Valencia reports from the National Children’s Museum.