Get Out: Weekend Activities in Downtown

Check out our picks for activities and events to enjoy and new bars/restaurants/shops to explore!

1. Support a Cure for Diabetes with Tour de Cure

Where/When: Black Fox Lounge located on 1723 Connecticut Avenue N.W., Washington, D.C. on May 29th at 8:00 p.m.

Why go: To enjoy a performance by CasShandra J. Come to the lounge to watch an up an coming Jazz/Soul artist sing "Life in Techni-Color"(her latest song).

Pricing: Donations accepted.

2. Singer/Songwriter Paul Simon Performs in D.C.

Where/When: Simon graces the stage at the 9:30 Club located at 815 V. St N.W. The doors open at 7:00 p.m Friday, May 27th. (The metro stop U Street/African-Amer Civil War Memorial/Cardozo is a few blocks away walking)

Why go: To be a part of a memorable event with one of America's iconic singer/songwriters.

Pricing:  #50

3. Silver Spring Farmers Market with Performance by Kim Reynolds Quartet

Where/When: Join the farmers market on Ellsworth Drive in Silver Spring on Saturday, May 28th from 9:00 a.m to 1:00 p.m.

Why go: If you decide you are not participating in a trip out of town for this Memorial Day, then this would be a great way to enjoy your Saturday.

Pricing: Free.

4. Duo Wylie and Andrew Make Up the Sly 45 Duo Perform Acoustic/Electric

Where/When: The group will be at McGinty's Public House performing cover songs that span a variety of eras and genres located at 911 Ellsworth Dr. on Friday, May 27th.

Why go: This isn't your typical bar. The Irish pub brings together music, sports, fine dining, and entertainment over two floors.

Pricing: Performance is free.

5. Happy Hour at Firestation 1

Where/When: Every weekday from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Firestation 1 enjoy happy hour with drinks, half price wine and $0.50 wings. It's located at 8131 Georgia Ave.

Why Go: To get started on your Memorial Day weekend fun!

Price:  Prices vary.