Editor’s note: DCist suspended its daily events guides in mid-March. But we’re bringing back weekday and weekend posts with ways to have virtual fun. We’ll be focused specifically on digital offerings from D.C.-area artists, musicians, fitness instructors, and others. (Want us to know about a virtual event? Submit them here.) And don’t forget about our guide to free movies, audiobooks, art, and other offerings from area institutions.
FRIDAY, JUNE 5
RIVERFRONT CONCERTS FROM HOME: The Capitol Riverfront BID’s summer concert series is coming to a virtual stage this year. Every Friday in June, tune in from your house and order your favorite takeout as you enjoy live music courtesy of Justin Trawick. Bonchon Navy Yard, Ice Cream Jubilee, Slipstream, and Wiseguy Pizza will be offering 10% on all orders between 5 p.m. and 8 p.m. (7 p.m., FREE)
LIVING ROOM SESSIONS: Allow D.C. artist Andrew Grossman to be your entertainment on Friday night with Living Room Session, Sixth and I and DCist’s weekly series. Grossman is the bandleader, guitarist, and lead vocalist for The North Country, which blends polyphonic, psychedelic, and soulful indie-rock compositions. Log off from work, settle into your couch, and enjoy. (4 p.m., FREE)Update, 2:33: The concert has been canceled.
WE FOUND LOVE: Pitch-a-Friend, the hilarious and something cringeworthy event series where people pitch their single friends, is kicking off Pride Month with Pitch-A-Queer, an all-LGBTQ+ dating event. Friends will be giving 3-minute PowerPoints via Zoom on why you should date their friend. Audience will be allowed to ask questions, so bring your top game. (8 p.m., FREE)
GROW TOGETHER: Join the Love + Solidarity Collective for its series Seedlings, a series of artistic experiences curated by the collective’s monthly open mic series. The series is meant to support D.C.-area artists who may have lost gigs during the pandemic. This week, join artist Purple Velvet Planet for an immersive musical, loving experience, hosted by Cody Valentine. (8:15 p.m., donations accepted)
SATURDAY, JUNE 6
ZOOM HUMOR: Local comedian Robert Mac is putting on a Zoom comedy show. The show will be a hybrid stand-up comedy show with satire, video sketches, and interactions with the audience. Some proceeds will be donated to a local food bank. (8 p.m., $5-$10)
SING IT OUT: Brightest Young Things of D.C. and NYC are banding together to celebrate Pride with Singing OUT, a virtual “tour” hosted by Crys Matthews and Heather Mae. Come in your favorite Pride gear, and get ready for singalongs, games, and giveaways. (8:30 p.m., $15)
FAMILY DANCE PARTY: Getting moving with the whole family, including your young kids, with the Joy of Motion Dance Center. This session—Move With Mary—is appropriate for young children and their parents and will allow you guys to get active and have fun all together. (9 a.m., FREE)
SUNDAY, JUNE 7
TAKE A BREATH: Yoga District’s senior Dharma instructor Adam Frei will be leading yogis through a night of breathing techniques and meditative exercises. Join to feel a sense of calm and to ground yourself for the week ahead. Frei will also be talking about yoga philosophy as it applies to life during a global pandemic during the practice. (4:30, $5-$30)
VIRTUAL BBQ: The Giant National Barbecue Battle will still be taking place this year—virtually. The festival will be going on all weekend, so tune in whenever you can for virtual contests, recipes, giveaways, kid-friendly events, and more. Don’t forget to get your own BBQ foods to enjoy from home and you’re set. (All day, FREE)
THE PERFECT BREAKFAST: Who doesn’t love a good bagel in the morning? Join Red Bandana Bakery to learn how to make your own bagels fresh right from your kitchen. The live instructional video will walk you through the process and you can pick up a supply kit for $35 from the bakery via contactless pick-up. The kit will yield 12 bagels to carry you through the week. (12 p.m., $35)
This post has been updated to reflect that the Sixth and I concert has been canceled.
