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13 Things to Do in Washington DC This Week · July 2–5, 2026

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July 4th BBQ and Dueling Pianos Party

A festive Fourth of July BBQ paired with an interactive dueling pianos show for a high-energy holiday celebration.

Date Night
Phillips After 5: Summer Fiesta
The Phillips Collection transforms into a summer fiesta with live music, drinks, and art in Dupont Circle.
Thursday, July 2, 2026 5:00 PM · The Phillips Collection, Dupont Circle
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Independence Eve Margarita Cruise with Expected Fireworks
Ring in Independence Eve with a margarita cruise on the Potomac with expected fireworks views.
Friday, July 3, 2026 8:30 PM · Departing DC waterfront
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Music & Nightlife
Adele Marie Album Release Show
Local artist Adele Marie celebrates her album release with a live show at Songbyrd on H Street Corridor.
Thursday, July 2, 2026 · Songbyrd, H Street Corridor
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Gus Constantellis at DC Comedy Loft
Stand-up comedian Gus Constantellis performs a special event show at the DC Comedy Loft in Dupont Circle.
Thursday, July 2, 2026 7:30 PM · DC Comedy Loft, 1523 22nd St NW
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America 250 Rooftop Nightclub Tour and Experience
A multi-rooftop nightclub tour celebrating America's 250th birthday with views over the capital.
Friday, July 3, 2026 9:00 PM · Multiple rooftops, Washington DC
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Nü Androids Presents: Murda Beatz (House Set)
Producer Murda Beatz plays a rare DJ house set at Culture nightclub in Ivy City on July 3rd.
Friday, July 3, 2026 10:00 PM · Culture, 2006 Fenwick St NE, Ivy City
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Festivals & Special Events
Foam Fest DC
A foam-filled festival party at the Bullpen in Navy Yard, perfect for a pre-Fourth celebration.
Thursday, July 2, 2026 · The Bullpen, Navy Yard
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July 4th BBQ and Dueling Pianos Party
A festive Fourth of July BBQ paired with an interactive dueling pianos show for a high-energy holiday celebration.
Saturday, July 4, 2026 12:30 PM · Washington DC
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Free Events
Live at the Library
Free evening programming and live performances at the Library of Congress on Capitol Hill.
Thursday, July 2, 2026 5:00 PM · Library of Congress, Capitol Hill
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Arts & Culture
The Hour: Poetry Open Mic
Free poetry open mic night at Politics and Prose bookstore.
Thursday, July 2, 2026 7:00 PM · Politics and Prose
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Gus Constantellis at DC Comedy Loft (Friday)
Second night of Gus Constantellis's special engagement at DC Comedy Loft, a great pre-Fourth comedy option.
Friday, July 3, 2026 7:30 PM · DC Comedy Loft, 1523 22nd St NW
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Food & Drink
NoMa Farmers Market at Third Street
Seasonal Thursday farmers market in NoMa with fresh produce, local groceries, and neighborhood vendors, running weekly through October.
Thursday, July 2, 2026 4:00 PM · Third Street NE, NoMa
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Outdoors & Active
National Saturday Yoga at National Harbor
Free weekly outdoor yoga class at National Harbor's waterfront, powered by Onelife Fitness, open to all levels.
Saturday, July 4, 2026 10:00 AM · National Harbor, MD
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