FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 3
TOSS THE DISK: On Friday, cheer on DC Breeze as they compete in the playoffs for the American Ultimate Disc League (AUDL) Championships. The local ultimate players (currently the top seed in the Atlantic Division) are facing off against the Raleigh Flyers. (Carlini Field at Catholic University; 7:30 p.m.; $8 – $18)
JAZZ FEST: Tickets for the long-awaited 2021 DC JazzFest may be running low, but it’s not too late to snag one of the final slots. On Friday, head to Mr. Henry’s on Capitol Hill to unwind with The Herb Scott Quartet at either 6 p.m. or 9:30 p.m. (Mr. Henry’s DC; 6 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. shows; $20+)
JOYFUL FRIDAYS: Start off your weekend by joining the National Museum of African American History and Culture (NMAAHC) for this week’s Joyful Friday. The event (best for children ages 4 to 8 years old) will walk participants through how to create “an expressive collage” — all from the comfort of their home. (11 a.m.; FREE)
MORE: Carsie Blanton (The Hamilton Live; 6:30 p.m. doors, 7:30 p.m. show; $15); Market SW (4th & M Street SW; 4 p.m. – 10 p.m.; FREE)
SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 4
FAMILY BIKE FEST: Show off your wheels on Saturday at Alethia Tanner Park for the Family Bike Fest 2021. Participants can expect a free Kona Ice truck (courtesy of Bunch Bikes), back-to-school safety checks and mini-tune-ups, and test rides available. (Alethia Tanner Park; 10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.; FREE)
BARK BRUNCH: On Saturday, head to Northern Bethesda to the Drag Show Brunch hosted by Bark Social and The MoCo Pride Center. The one-of-a-kind dog-friendly drag show will be hosted by Vagenesis!, and will feature Beats by DJ Frank J, Catherine Della Notte, Desire Dik, Nadia Cole, Siréne Noir, and Tiffany D. Carter. (Bark Social in Northern Bethesda; 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.; $20)
OUTDOOR FILM: Bring your blanket and head to Anacostia Park. This weekend, Films on the Green DC is showing I Am Not Your Negro, the move directed by Raoul Peck and based on texts by James Baldwin. Be sure to arrive early to grab a seat and catch a musical performance by Kokayi. (Anacostia Park; 7:45 p.m. opener, 8:30 p.m. film; FREE)
COMEDY SHOW: Head to Lost Origins Gallery in Mount Pleasant on Saturday to catch some of the District’s best local comedians. The Heavyweights Comedy Show: Last Day of Summer is BYOB and will feature artists from across the region. Please note that masks are required. (Lost Origins Gallery; 8:30 p.m.; $7)
BEES!: Not the insect. On Saturday, catch Bees Deluxe, the acid blues & modern punk jazz band, for one night only. The Boston-based group will be at Madam’s Organ on 18th Street starting at 10 p.m. (Madam’s Organ; 10 p.m.; $3 – $7 cover)
ART SHOW: Catch the first day of the 50th Annual Labor Day Art Show at Glen Echo Park. The event is hosted by the Glen Echo Park Partnership for Arts and Culture, features over 200 artists from the mid-Atlantic, and runs through Monday. (Glen Echo Park; 12 p.m. – 6 p.m.; FREE)
BLACK BROADWAY: On Saturday, Briana Thomas (author of Black Broadway in Washington, DC) is partnering with Off the Mall Tours for a tour along U Street. The Black Broadway: Theaters and Jazz Clubs tour will run approximately two hours and each ticket includes a signed copy of the book. (Starts at Howard Theatre; 3 p.m.; $50)
MORE: Bottomless Mimos-Ha’s: A Stand-Up Comedy Brunch Show (The Wonderland Ballroom; 12:30 p.m.; FREE cover)
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 5
MEET THE METS: The season’s not over. On Sunday, the Nationals are facing off against the New York Mets on their home field. The afternoon game is the fourth in a five-game series that starts on Friday and ends on Monday. (Nationals Park; 1:05 p.m.; $13+)
MORE: Big Tony and Trouble Funk (9:30 Club; 7 p.m.; $25+; SkylineDC Decades Sundays DayParty (Decades; 3 p.m. – 9 p.m.; FREE entry before 4 p.m.).
This post has been updated with the correct start time for the Black Broadway: Theaters and Jazz Clubs tour.
