Enjoy music and drinks on the stunning grounds of Mount Vernon, George Washington’s historic home. (Photo by Bettina Woolbright)

Do whatever your fabulous self desires this weekend. Check out the Capital Pride festivities, see a movie, or just chill out with live music and drinks.

FRIDAY, JUNE 9

PARTY LIKE IT’S THE 18TH CENTURY: Escape to Mount Vernon for a relaxing evening on this historic property. Drink craft brews, sip some wine, tour the mansion and gardens, listen to live Bluegrass music, sample chocolates made by Mount Vernon’s chocolatiers, then take in a stunning sunset. This special event is already sold out for Saturday, but Friday tickets are still available. (Mount Vernon, 6-9 p.m. $25)

CALL ME AL: You can be surrounded by the sound of Paul Simon and Sarah McLachlan. We are sorry in advance if she plays “Angel.” Bring photos of happy dogs, just in case. (Merriweather Post Pavilion, 7:30 p.m. $55-175)

WAYNA: Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter Wayna is performing in Bethesda. Hear for yourself why Stevie Wonder called her “incredible,” and The Washington Post called her latest album “brilliant.” (Bethesda Blues & Jazz Supper Club, 8 p.m. $25)

MOVIE NIGHT: Grab a blanket and head to Columbia Heights for a free, outdoor movie night (unless it rains, in which case the entertainment moves indoors). See last year’s award-winning drama Fences. Denzel Washington stars as a sanitation worker in 1950s Pittsburgh, trying to raise his family while coming to terms with how his life has played out. (Harriet Tubman Field, 9-11 p.m. FREE)

JAZZ: The DC Jazz Festival presents soulful singer-musician Lalah Hathaway. The daughter of Donny Hathaway and Eulaulah Hathaway, Lalah was born into music. Come see this Berklee-trained artist in action. (The Howard Theatre, 8:30 p.m. $75-125)

More: Fridays at the Fountain, Jazz in the Garden

It’s hard to be bored at the annual Capital Pride Parade. (Photo by Angela N.)

SATURDAY, JUNE 10

DANCE: Dana Tai Soon Burgess is the National Portrait Gallery’s first choreographer-in-resident. Come see him at work as his company rehearses for its upcoming performance of After 1001 Nights. Inspired by the museum’s current exhibit, “The Face of Battle: Americans at War, 9/11 to Now,” the work tells the story of a soldier who is struggling to come to terms with what he saw and did in war. (National Portrait Gallery,11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. FREE)

PRIDE: Dig out that glitter Speedo and dust off your rainbow wings. The Capital Pride Parade winds its way through Dupont Circle and 17th Street this Saturday. There will be floats, dancers, drag queens, and a lot of festive spectators during this annual celebration of the LGBTQ community. The theme of Capital Pride 2017 is “unapologetically proud,” so try to work that into your outfit. (Dupont and Logan Circles, 4:30-7:30 p.m. FREE)

PERFORMANCE ART: Visit the Hirshhorn after hours for Shadow/Casters, a performance art event presented in partnership with arts organization Transformer. This one-night-only production by Jason Barnes (Pussy Noir), Alexandra ‘Rex’ Delafkaran, Kunj, and Hoesy Corona explores abundance, transition and community through contemporary storytelling, visual archetypes and ritual. Guests can grab a drink, relax to music by DJ Natty Boom, Devin Ocampo, and Jerry Busher, browse the collection and exhibits, and watch a three-story tall shadow casting performance. (Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden, 7:30-11 p.m. $18)

STAGE FIGHT: What if all your favorite stories were true, from superhero tales to Frankenstein? Escape into that world and watch the drama unfold in a high-energy performance that’s heavy on stage combat and pop culture references. The world premiere of Flying V Theatre Company’s Flying V Fights: The Secret History of the Unknown World opens this Saturday. See the show, then stick around after for the opening night reception. (The Writer’s Center, 8-10 p.m. $20)

CATHARSIS: Dance your workweek stress away at Catharsis Rave-raiser, a fundraiser for November’s Catharsis on the Mall (think D.C.’s version of Burning Man; this will be the third year). There will be art, good vibes, and music by e.yore, Meegs, Mr. Jennings, and v:shal kanwar. (Dupont Underground, 9 p.m.-3 a.m. $35)

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SUNDAY, JUNE 11

AFRICA: One of the most fun ways to learn about a place is by tasting the native food. Tastes of Africa will not only offer bites inspired by the continent, it’ll feature art, music, movies, fashion, and live performances so you can fully immerse yourself in various cultures throughout the day. (Veterans Plaza, downtown Silver Spring, 12-9 p.m., FREE)

MARCH: Between the Pride parade and parties, you can take a stand against hate. The Equality March for Unity & Pride will highlight concerns about discrimination, persecution, and heightened hostility in the current political climate, while offering support to members of the LGBTQ population who face additional barriers to equality. (17th & I Streets NW, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. FREE)

FILM: Now in its 17th year, DC Caribbean Film Fest returns to AFI Silver Theatre this weekend. See films on Sunday such as Before the Rooster Crows, a film about a Puerto Rican teenager who dreams of joining her mother in America, but is instead left to deal with family, her budding sexuality, and other complicated issues in her mountain village. Other options include The House On Coco Road, a documentary about activist Fannie Haughton, who moved her family from Oakland, CA to Grenada, only to find they weren’t any safer from U.S. forces. (AFI Silver Theatre and Cultural Center, various times, $13)

SERENITY YOGA: After a couple nights of partying around town, you may want to center yourself in down-dog fashion. Local yoga instructors Alia Peera and Amy Mitchell are hosting the third annual Sunday Serenity Yoga series in the East Park at Dumbarton House. The Georgetown locale offers a tree covered space for 60 minutes of vinyasa flow for all yogis of all levels. Don’t forget to bring your mat. (East Park at Dumbarton House, 10 a.m., $5 suggested donation)