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As June winds down, wrapping up celebrations for Black Music Month and Pride, there\u2019s a lot of fun programming and activities around the DMV region for the whole family to enjoy.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Check out a handful of the many events happening this weekend \u2014 \u00a0and dive into the Washington Informer Calendar<\/a> for more.<\/p>\n Thursday, June 25<\/strong><\/p>\n Washington Nationals vs. Philadelphia Phillies<\/a><\/p>\n 6:45 p.m. | $25 to $330<\/p>\n Nationals Park<\/a>, 1500 S Capitol Street SE, Washington, D.C., 20003<\/p>\n Enjoy friends, family and food from various vendors while cheering on the Washington Nationals as they play against the Philadelphia Phillies.<\/p>\n NoMa Farmers Market at Third Street<\/a><\/p>\n 4 p.m to 8 p.m | Free<\/p>\n Third Street, 1225 3rd Street NE, Washington, DC 20002<\/p>\n Join the NoMa BID at the NoMa Farmers Market for fresh produce, quality meats, and artisanal goods, conveniently located near the NoMa-Gallaudet Metro and Union Market. Grab ready-to-eat meals and treats while enjoying live music and outdoor seating. ,\u00a0<\/p>\n Friday, June 26\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n Rock the Block; Featuring Perfekt Blend<\/a><\/p>\n 6:30 p.m. \u2013 9:30 p.m. | Free<\/p>\n Old Town Square<\/a>, 10415 North Street, Fairfax, VA 22030\u00a0<\/p>\n From beer garden pours, live music roars, and flavors to explore, there\u2019s much to enjoy at Rock the Block as the D.C.-area cover band Perfect Blend, hits the stage performing all sorts of genres: Top 40 pop, R&B, soul, classic rock, Motown, country, and blues. Bring a chair or blanket and kick back for good times, great tunes, and all the feel-good vibes.<\/p>\n Saturday, June 27\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n Five Minute Horror Film Fest\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n 5 p.m.- 8 p.m. | Free \u2013 Registration\u00a0<\/p>\n St. Mark\u2019s of Capitol Hill<\/a>, 301 A Street SE, Washington, D.C., 20003<\/p>\n Local directors showcase their spine-chilling 5-minute horror flicks created during the 5th cohort of D.C. Public Library\u2019s filmmaking workshop series.<\/p>\n From an unexpected alien invasion, a surveillance gig gone awry, the evils of AI, genetic tampering and techno-obsession, these original dystopian shorts created by local filmmakers participating in the Spring 2026 library filmmaking workshop, will terrify, astound and entertain.<\/p>\n Guests are encouraged to bring their own snacks and non-alcoholic refreshments.<\/p>\n The Cookout: A Celebration of Black Improv in the DMV<\/a><\/p>\n 4 p.m.- 9:30 p.m. | $20 \u2013 College students receive half-price tickets via website\u00a0<\/p>\n Studio Theatre<\/a>, 1501 14th Street NW, Washington, D.C., 20005<\/p>\n Now in its sixth year, \u201cThe Cookout\u201d is WIT\u2019s summer showcase of Black improv, featuring some of the funniest and most talented improvisers in the DMV. There are three sets of performances at 4 p.m., 6 p.m., and 8 p.m. ( approximately 75 to 90 minutes in length.)\u00a0 In addition, each performance has a separate line-up, and because improv comedy is invented on the spot based on audience suggestions, no two shows are ever the same.<\/p>\n Sunday, June 28<\/strong><\/p>\n Punch with Pride Boxing Class<\/a><\/p>\n 1 p.m to 2 p.m | $23.18<\/p>\n