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Big-name DJs, jam band concerts and jazzy date nights are on tap for the end of 2024.

Cheer on the Spirit with big screens, drink specials and special appearances at these D.C. viewing parties.

A sing-along at Wolf Trap, the Grinch on a water scooter, ugly sweaters on the NSO and the Gay Men’s Chorus “Holiday Show” are among the area’s signature celebrations.

A sing-along at Wolf Trap, the Grinch on a water scooter, ugly sweaters on the NSO and the Gay Men’s Chorus “Holiday Show” are among the area’s signature celebrations.

Head to museums for family-friendly music and activities, join an outdoor lantern procession, or feast and dance at restaurants and bars.

From family-friendly gatherings to late-night parties, here’s what you need to know about celebrating Howard homecoming this weekend.

Plus: The 10 historic moments that turned Howard homecoming into an epic event.

The seventh season of the hit dating show was filmed in D.C. Now you can watch the results at D.C. bars.

Feast on fresh local oysters — as low as $1 each! — after work or during late-night specials.

The celebrations take many forms, from bands in brewery taprooms to dachshund races on the waterfront.

Watch the presidential debate on projection screens while playing bingo and sipping themed cocktails.

Stay up late to explore art, groove to salsa music and (gasp) maybe learn something.

Explore Asian pop culture with games and cosplay at Otakon, sip creative twists on D.C.’s native cocktail, or celebrate the reopening of a beloved LGBTQ+ bar.

From the Opening Ceremonies to gold medal finals, these bars and viewing parties are celebrating and showing the Olympics.

From the Opening Ceremonies to gold medal finals, these bars and viewing parties are celebrating and showing the Olympics.

Head to the National Mall — or don’t! Skies all around the DMV will light up in the next week.

Here’s where to watch the first presidential debate in D.C., featuring drinking games, open bar deals and post-debate political discussions.

More than 1,400 of you voted. Now it’s time to pull up a stool, settle in and see the results.

More than 1,400 of you voted. Now it’s time to pull up a stool, settle in and see the results.

Events across the DMV include music, dance, beer tastings, children’s activities and a chance to view General Order No. 3.