Time to treat yo'self and LEAP into the weekend!

It's what you've been waiting for ... our weekend roundup! Treat yourself to a great time in the DMV, whether it's brunch, live music, or a beer festival. C'mon, you've earned it!

Here's your weekend roundup for Friday, February 28, to Sunday, March 1.

The Lumineers

Capital One Arena | 601 F St. NW | Washington, D.C. | Friday

Join The Lumineers on their massive world tour at D.C.'s Capital One Arena! Hear the indie-folk giants perform tracks off their recent record III as well as older hits like "Ho Hey" and "Stubborn Love." Resale tickets are available starting at $100 and include a digital copy of their new album. Check it out here!

National Public Radio's: From the Top

George Mason Center for the Arts | 4373 Mason Pond Drive, Fairfax, VA | Saturday

Experience a live taping of NPR's music program From the Top for one night only at George Mason University! Watch talented young musicians perform and discuss their work alongside guest hosts Greg Anderson and Elizabeth Joy Roe. Music lovers of all kinds are in for a delightful evening! Tickets start at $29, and free admission is available for George Mason students. Purchase them here!

Annapolis Restaurant Week

Locations around Annapolis, MD | Multiple Dates

Maryland's state capital has it all—history, culture, and, of course, amazing food! From February 29 to March 8, try fixed menus from some of Annapolis's finest restaurants, including Iron Rooster, Carrol's Creek Cafe, and Blackwall Hitch. With over 40 places to choose from, diners can enjoy new foods with fantastic prices. A two-course breakfast is just $12.95—a total steal! Get the details here!

Astro Beer Hall + 305 Fitness Leap Day Brunch Pop-Up

Astro Beer Hall | 1306 G St. NW | Washington, D.C. | Saturday

Cap off the end of February with a super-charged brunch/cardio combo!  Pop in at 10 a.m. for a heart-pumping workout courtesy of 305 Fitness, followed by a delicious breakfast from Astro Beer Hall. Brunch and cardio never sounded so good! Tickets are $25 and include a breakfast beverage, brunch entree, and two cake donuts from Astro Donuts. Check it out here!

Shore Craft Beer Fest—Love on Tap

4001 Coastal Highway | Ocean City, MD | Saturday

Experience the Eastern Shore in all its glory with Shore Craft Beer Fest! Guests can spend the afternoon sampling dozens of regional brews, including exclusive drinks made for FeBREWary. There will also be games, live music, and food available to purchase. The first 1250 people will receive a complimentary sampling glass! General admission is $35, plus a $3 fee. Find out more here!

Kiran Ahluwalia

The Barns at Wolf Trap | 1635 Trap Road | Vienna, VA | Saturday

Enchanting audiences worldwide with her blend of Indian, West African, and Western genres, Kiran Ahluwalia is bringing her songcraft to Wolf Trap! Her sumptuous vocals and stirring compositions will leave you spellbound—you can count on that! Tickets start at $24. Buy them here!

D.C. Cocktail Festival

National Union Building | 918 F St. NW | Washington, D.C. | Saturday

Craving a cocktail? Then the D.C. Cocktail Festival is for you! Kicking off at noon, sample 15 craft cocktails from restaurants and bars all over D.C. There will also be food and live music to kick things up a notch! Admission starts at $30. Find out more here!

Spring Maryland Home and Garden Show

Maryland State Fairgrounds | 2200 York Road | Timonium, MD | Saturday-Sunday

Spring is upon us, and what better time to renovate your home than with the Maryland Home and Garden Show? Get inspired by over 300 exhibition booths, expert panels, and a craft show, along with an educational garden and petting zoo! This fun-filled event is perfect for the whole family! Adult admission is $12. Get the details here!

That '70s Party with Superflydisco

Strathmore | 11810 Grand Park Ave., North Bethesda, MD | Saturday

Break out the bell-bottoms—Superflydisco is coming to town! The band, whose members have played with Prince and Whitney Houston, will be bringing the funk with classic '70s jams and grooves. It's a blast from the past, but in the best way possible! The show starts at 8 p.m., and tickets are $22. Buy them here!

Apres Ski Party

Wunder Garten | 1101 1st St. NE | Washington, D.C. | Dates Vary

Feeling the winter blues? One of D.C.'s biggest beer gardens will let you live out your ski-slope fantasies! All the apres-ski entertainment you could want is right here! Kick back with craft beverages, take out a board game, and bundle up by the fireplace. Held on the weekends, the last day to go is February 29, so don't miss out! Admission is free. Check it out here!

What are you doing this weekend? Did we miss any events? Let's hear them in the comments—we wanna know what you're up to!

 

Brianna Persons
Brianna is an Oregon native who made her home in the DMV over two years ago. She loves scouting out new restaurants and drooling over Van Gogh’s landscapes in the National Gallery’s East Building. When she isn’t writing for Our Community Now, she’s tackling short fiction and working her baking magic in the kitchen. She resides in Maryland with her husband Nick and their black cat Sable.
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