Bao Li marked his second D.C. birthday by devouring a shark-shaped frozen cake as fans cheered him on.

Third Day, Zach Williams and Scout and the Saints will take over VCU's Siegel Center next spring in the arena's first announced concert since its event reboot.

After 7 is bringing its signature R&B sound to Bethesda Theater for two performances this weekend.

Five Iron Golf plans a two‑story simulator bar and restaurant at Capital One Center in McLean, joining a wave of indoor‑golf venues popping up across Northern Virginia. The move leans into the Tysons campus’ growing entertainment roster.

Otakon lands in Washington, D.C., July 31–Aug. 2 with cosplay, concerts and panels at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center. Expect big crowds and packed programming.

A three-day Richmond itinerary for Aug. 14 6: Cook Out 400 under the lights, James River rafting, zoo meet-and-greets and Scotts Addition barbecue.

A Capitol Fourth goes live this Friday from the West Lawn with Alfonso Ribeiro hosting, Trace Adkins debuting a new song and a Mount Vernon fireworks finale. The special kicks off the nation's 250th‑birthday weekend.

A viral clip shows Gwar disemboweling a Trump effigy at Warped Tour DC, prompting fierce online backlash and a renewed debate over shock‑rock satire.

A free FIFA World Cup fan zone opened on the National Mall June 11 as the tournament kicked off — but a Heat Advisory warns midday crowds to plan ahead. Fans should expect big screens, vendors and hot conditions.

Tom Morello curated a starry, activist-minded festival for Oct. 3 at Merriweather Post Pavilion, pairing big-name acts with voter-access programming and donations to advocacy groups.

Bruce Springsteen closes his Land Of Hope And Dreams American Tour at Nationals Park on May 27. Tom Morello will join the E Street Band for select songs in the D.C. finale.

Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson will headline the UFL United Bowl halftime at Audi Field on June 13. Tickets start at $19 and the league is running a limited '50-hour' promo.

All Things Go returns to Merriweather Post Pavilion Sept. 25–27 with Hayley Williams, Mitski and Brandi Carlile headlining. Presale opens May 6 at 10 a.m. ET.