{"id":1983414,"date":"2025-08-27T21:43:33","date_gmt":"2025-08-27T21:43:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/?p=1983414"},"modified":"2025-08-27T21:43:33","modified_gmt":"2025-08-27T21:43:33","slug":"dmv-weekend-events-music-magic-and-more","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/dmv-weekend-events-music-magic-and-more\/","title":{"rendered":"DMV Weekend Events: Music, Magic, and More"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><\/p>\n<div>\n<p>Check out a handful of the many events happening in the DMV this weekend, from iconic music tributes and sporting events, to recognition for Black Business Month and annual festivals held locally.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>To learn more about what\u2019s happening, don\u2019t forget to check out the <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.washingtoninformer.com\/calendar\/#\/\">Washington Informer Calendar<\/a>, and remember, there\u2019s always something happening in the DMV to keep your spirit \u2014 and social life \u2014 lit.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Thursday, Aug. 28<\/strong><\/p>\n<aside class=\"scaip scaip-1    \">\n\t\t<\/aside>\n<p><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.washingtoninformer.com\/community-calendar\/#\/details\/dc-jazzfest-downtown\/16575539\/2025-08-28T16\">DC Jazzfest Downtown<\/a><\/p>\n<p>4 p.m. | <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dcjazzfest.org\/event-details\/downtown\">Free<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/marketplace.vts.com\/building\/anthem-row-800-k-street-northwest-washington-dc\">Anthem Row<\/a>, <em>800 K St NW, Washington, D.C., 20001<\/em><\/p>\n<p>Watch as Anthem Row comes alive with <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dcjazzfest.org\/event-details\/downtown\">DC JazzFest Downtown<\/a>\u2013a free evening of live music, culture, and community in the heart of Downtown D.C.<\/p>\n<p>Immerse yourself in art, culture, and community just steps away from Gallery Place \u2013 Chinatown, amplified by the silky sounds of live jazz and smooth performances from <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/thebrassaholics.com\/\">Brass-A-Holics<\/a>, <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/beladonaband\/?hl=en\">Be\u2019La Dona<\/a>, <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/benjieporecki\/?hl=en\">Benjie Porecki<\/a>, and <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.langstonhughesii.com\/\">Langston Hughes II<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n<aside class=\"scaip scaip-2    \">\n\t\t<\/aside>\n<p>Come early for prizes, free merchandise, and ticket contests to attend DC JazzFest at the Anthem featuring <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/theanthemdc.com\/event\/dc-jazzfest-presents-lalah-hathaway\/\">Lalah Hathaway<\/a> and <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dcjazzfest.org\/event-details\/dcjazzfest2025\">DC JazzFest at The Wharf<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.washingtoninformer.com\/community-calendar\/#\/details\/black-business-month-soiree\/16594688\/2025-08-28T17\">Black Business Month Soiree<\/a><\/p>\n<p>5:30 p.m.- 8 p.m. | <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/black-business-month-soiree-tickets-1571910599919?aff=oddtdtcreator\">$28.52<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.washingtoninformer.com\/community-calendar\/#\/show?search=Newton+White+Mansion&amp;format=all\">Newton White Mansion<\/a>, 2708 Enterprise Rd, Mitchellville, MD 20721<\/p>\n<p>Recognizing the vital contributions of Black-owned businesses to the local economy, the <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pgcedc.com\/\">Prince George\u2019s County Economic Development Corporation<\/a> is proud to host the Black Business Month Summer Soiree\u2013a signature event presented in collaboration with the <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/marylandbcc.org\/\">Maryland Black Chamber of Commerce<\/a>, <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/pgcoc.org\/\">Prince George\u2019s County Chamber of Commerce<\/a>, and the <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/bcbroundtable.com\/\">Bi-County Business Roundtable<\/a>.<\/p>\n<aside class=\"scaip scaip-3    \">\n\t\t<\/aside>\n<p>The Summer Soiree, held during August\u2019s National Black Business Month, will spotlight the resilience, creativity, and entrepreneurial spirit of Black business owners throughout the County and beyond. Attendees can look forward to robust networking opportunities, engaging with local Black-owned businesses, and gaining access to valuable resources designed to help entrepreneurs grow and succeed.<\/p>\n<p>Like the month-long celebration, this soiree serves as a call to action to support Black businesses through consumer spending, policy advocacy, and expanded access to capital and opportunity.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Friday, Aug. 29<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.artplacedc.com\/\">Art Place at Fort Totten<\/a><\/p>\n<p>6 p.m.- 8 p.m. | <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/fridays-at-fort-totten-free-concert-series-2025-tickets-1323891307539?aff=oddtdtcreator\">Free<\/a><\/p>\n<aside class=\"scaip scaip-4    \">\n\t\t<\/aside>\n<p><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.themoderndc.com\/?utm_source=GoogleLocalListing&amp;utm_medium=organic&amp;utm_campaign=TheModernatArtPlaceGoogleLocalListing\">The Modern at Art Place<\/a>, <em>400 Galloway St NE, Washington, D.C., 20011<\/em><\/p>\n<p>Through Sept. 5, <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.artplacedc.com\/\">Art Place at Fort Totten<\/a> invites the community to enjoy a season of free, outdoor summer fun in partnership with <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/dcfray.com\/\">DC Fray<\/a>. From live music <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/fridays-at-fort-totten-free-concert-series-2025-tickets-1323891307539?aff=oddtdtcreator\">every Friday evening<\/a> to monthly children\u2019s festivals packed with games, prizes and delicious bites, there\u2019s something for everyone at Art Place this summer!<\/p>\n<p>Bring your own chair (or borrow one from the venue) and sit back to enjoy live tunes, food options, beverages, vendors, games, and community vibes, as the Aug. 29 slot brings the sounds of <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/joebaione.com\/\">The Joe Baione Vibraphone Experience<\/a> to <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.themoderndc.com\/?utm_source=GoogleLocalListing&amp;utm_medium=organic&amp;utm_campaign=TheModernatArtPlaceGoogleLocalListing\">The Modern at Art Place<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Beyond Friday, adults can enjoy fresh takes on brunch classics with <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/brunchedatw\/\">Brunched Around the World<\/a>, while early arrival is highly encouraged so the kiddos can enjoy the Explore Kid\u2019s Maker Space Series with rotating activities and crafts each week.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Plus, mark your calendars for the <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/cafritz-foundation-childrens-festival-event-series-2025-tickets-1364040404569\">Children\u2019s Festival Event Series<\/a>, which will offer free themed events on the third Saturday of the month until September!\u00a0<\/p>\n<aside class=\"scaip scaip-5    \">\n\t\t<\/aside>\n<p><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.washingtoninformer.com\/community-calendar\/#\/details\/2025-dc-festival-of-magic-andi-gladwin-shuffled-\/16626757\/2025-08-29T19\">2025 DC Festival of Magic<\/a><\/p>\n<p>7 p.m.- 8 p.m. | <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dcmagicfestival.com\/event-details\/andi-gladwin-shuffled\">$55+<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.washingtoninformer.com\/community-calendar\/#\/show?search=The+Capital+Hilton&amp;format=all\">The Capital Hilton<\/a>, <em>1001 16th St NW, Washington, D.C., 20036<\/em><\/p>\n<p>Kicking off the fifth annual <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dcmagicfestival.com\/\">DC Festival of Magic<\/a> is <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.illusionist.co.uk\/\">Andi Gladwin<\/a> with his performance \u201cShuffled.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>This is a one-of-a-kind magic show where the audience brings their own shuffled decks, making each performance completely unique. Andi takes chaos and turns it into pure astonishment, proving that true magic happens in the unexpected.<\/p>\n<p>Looking for more magic after the show? Enjoy complimentary strolling magic from local magicians in Capital Hilton\u2019s lobby bar, The Statler Lounge, from 8 p.m. \u2013 9 p.m.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0Don\u2019t miss this groundbreaking experience!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Saturday, Aug. 30<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.washingtoninformer.com\/community-calendar\/#\/details\/african-art-fashion-fusion\/16229965\/2025-08-30T10\">African Art and Fashion Fusion<\/a><\/p>\n<p>10 a.m. | Free<\/p>\n<p><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.washingtoninformer.com\/community-calendar\/#\/show?search=Hilton&amp;format=all\">Hilton<\/a>, <em>1750 Rockville Pike, Rockville, MD 20852<\/em><\/p>\n<p>With its DMV first edition, <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/aaffusion.com\/\">African Art and Fashion Fusion<\/a> is bringing exposure to art and fashion in Africa through trade fairs and exhibitions in a global yet refined environment.<\/p>\n<p>In line with becoming a recognizable brand across Africa, the Americas, and Europe, this event showcases partnerships with great African brands that align with the organization\u2019s vision of championing African creativity in art.<\/p>\n<p><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.washingtoninformer.com\/community-calendar\/#\/details\/2025-nllhof-east-west-vintage-baseball-game\/16043822\/2025-08-30T10\">2025 NLLHOF East-West Vintage Baseball Game<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Gates open at Noon | <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.washingtoninformerevents.com\/e\/2025-nllhof-east-west-vintage-baseball-game\/tickets\">Free<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.washingtoninformer.com\/community-calendar\/#\/show?search=Prince+George%E2%80%99s+Stadium&amp;format=all\">Prince George\u2019s Stadium<\/a>, <em>4101 Crain Hwy, Bowie, MD 20716<\/em><\/p>\n<p>This historical NLLHOF East\/West All-star Vintage Baseball Game is being played in observance of <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/nllhof.org\/\">Negro League Legends Hall of Fame<\/a> week, saluting the 91st anniversary of the Negro East-West All Star game that took place in 1933 founded by Gus Greenlee.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>The game is played by former Major League Baseball (MLB), Tri-State Leagues, Collegiate, and 2023-24 high school graduates dressed in vintage attire appropriately representing the diversity of players\u2013Black, white, hispanics, and others\u2013who \u201cplayed for the Love of the Game\u201d in the early to mid 1900\u2019s.<\/p>\n<p><em>The ninth annual Auto Showcase will be in the east parking lot of the entrance to the stadium, free and open\u00a0 to the public at 10 a.m. before the game.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>Sunday, Aug. 31<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.washingtoninformer.com\/community-calendar\/#\/details\/a-king-and-a-prince-day-party-ft-mad-skillz\/16614634\/2025-08-31T15\">A King and A Prince Day Party ft. Mad Skillz<\/a><\/p>\n<p>3 p.m. | <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ticketweb.com\/event\/a-king-and-a-prince-howard-theatre-tickets\/13914874?utm_medium=affiliate&amp;utm_source=258147-CitySpark&amp;irgwc=1&amp;clickid=TX6RtmyG9xycUt6xv43L9x1jUkpz3ZXJyWQF1A0&amp;camefrom=CFC_BUYAT_258147&amp;impradid=258147&amp;REFERRAL_ID=tmfeedbuyat258147&amp;wt.mc_id=aff_BUYAT_258147&amp;impradname=CitySpark&amp;ircid=4272\">$33.14+<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.washingtoninformer.com\/community-calendar\/#\/show?search=The+Howard+Theatre&amp;format=all\">The Howard Theatre<\/a>, <em>620 T St NW, Washington, D.C., 20001<\/em><\/p>\n<p>Calling the grown and nostalgic crowd to Howard Theatre: time to celebrate the music and legacy of global icons Michael Jackson and Prince.<\/p>\n<p>The vibes return on Aug. 31, powered by <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/goldcoastown\/\">Gold Coast Ent<\/a> with the sounds of two-time Grammy-nominated musician <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/skillzva\/\">Mad Skillz<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Enjoy classics, cocktails, and unmatched energy in another unforgettable experience \u2014 all day long.<\/p>\n<p><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.washingtoninformer.com\/community-calendar\/#\/details\/jeezy-presents-tm-101-live-with-the-color-of-noize-orchestra\/15742293\/2025-08-31T20\">Jeezy Presents TM:101 Live with The Color of Noize Orchestra<\/a><\/p>\n<p>8 p.m. | <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ticketmaster.com\/jeezy-presents-tm101-live-with-the-washington-district-of-columbia-08-31-2025\/event\/15006295E6287A24?utm_medium=affiliate&amp;utm_source=258147-CitySpark&amp;irgwc=1&amp;clickid=TX6RtmyG9xycUt6xv43L9x1jUkpz3KwZyWQF1A0&amp;camefrom=CFC_BUYAT_258147&amp;impradid=258147&amp;REFERRAL_ID=tmfeedbuyat258147&amp;wt.mc_id=aff_BUYAT_258147&amp;impradname=CitySpark&amp;ircid=4272\">$557+<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.washingtoninformer.com\/community-calendar\/#\/show?search=DAR+Constitution+Hall&amp;format=all\">DAR Constitution Hall<\/a>, <em>18th St NW &amp; 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