Arts & Entertainment

Get Out: Weekend Activities in Downtown

You've got no idea what you'll do for the weekend? Patch is coming to the rescue.

Check out our picks for activities to enjoy!

1. ZUMBA HAPPY HOUR 

Where/When: Macaroni Grill located on 908 Ellsworth Dr. on Friday, August 19 from 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

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Why Go: Have a hang-over free good time in downtown as you raise money to benefit City of Hope.

Pricing: $15 in advance. $20 at the event.

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2. LATIN VIBES TO MAKE YOU MOVE

Where/When: 908 Ellsworth Drive (near the fountain) on Sunday, August 21 from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m.

Why Go: Practice some of those new latin moves you have been learning to Latin Folk music performed by Pablo Antonio y La Firma.

Pricing: Free.

3.  FARMER'S MARKET ON ELLSWORTH DRIVE

Where/When: Weekly on Saturdays on Ellsworth Drive and Fenton Street between 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Why Go:  To see what's new at the market this summer and feed your family fresh fruits and vegetables.

Pricing: Price varies at different stands.

4. POPCORN, CANDY APPLES AND MORE AT THE COUNTY FAIR

Where/When: 16 Chestnut St, Gaithersburg, MD 20877 (Montgomery County Fairgrounds) Thursday, Aug. 18 through Aug. 20th from 10 a.m. to 12 a.m.

Why Go: At the Montgomery County Agricultural fair you can enjoy rides, sheep shearing, music, children's theater and more.

Pricing: Check the website for pricing. 

5. MILLENNIUM STAGE AT THE KENNEDY CENTER

Where/When: Thursday, Aug. 18 and Friday, Aug. 19 you can attend a free performance at 2700 F Street, NW Washington, DC 20566.  

Why Go: Enjoy Brazilian artists such as Tiê, Tulipa Ruiz, and Patty Ashcer on Thursday and Friday as they grace the stage at the performance hall. 

Pricing: Free ongoing performances every weekday. Check the website for dates and times.

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