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FESTIVAL: The 2013 Smithsonian Folklife Festival kicks off tonight, featuring Hungarian Heritage, endangered languages, and African American style. View the full schedule online. 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Free.

OUTDOOR MOVIE: Hang out with the endearing troublemakers of The Breakfast Club in an outdoor showing from NoMa Summer Screen (Loree Grand Field at Second and L streets NE) tonight. If you come hungry, Food Dude, Popped! Republic, Goodies, DC Empanadas, and The Big Cheese Truck will be parked and ready to serve. 7 p.m. Free.

VARIETY: The Wonderland Circus is back at The Wonderland Ballroom (1101 Kenyon Street NW) tonight with burlesque, comedy, storytelling, and live music. 8:30 p.m. $5 suggested donation.

MUSIC: Laughing Man plays the Velvet Lounge, The Sea Life is at the Black Cat, Caravan Palace takes the stage at the 9:30 Club, and more tonight. Get all the details in the Weekly Music Agenda.