Events to Peep for April, May, & June

Toast to cherry blossom season on Saturday, April 5th, at Blossoms & Brews: A Celebration of Art, Coffee & Cherry Blossoms. Experience a vibrant mix of local artists, live music, cocktails, coffee, brew tastings, and delicious breakfast tacos at the one-day celebration where art, coffee, and cherry blossom vibes collide. 2 p.m. Free. Metrobar. 640 Rhode Island Avenue, NE, Washington, DC 20002. Register here. 

It's all about the strings and things on Friday, April 11th, when Black Violin brings their hip hop sounds to the Warner Theatre for a stop on their Full Circle Tour. 8 p.m. Tickets: $94+. Warner Theatre. 513 13th Street, NW, Washington, DC 20004. Purchase tickets here. 

Head to the MGM on Saturday, April 12th, to see baby boy Wayans--Marlon, that is--bring down the house with laughter when he takes to the stage for a one-night only stop on his "Wild Child" tour. 8 p.m. Tickets: $31+. The Theater at MGM National Harbor. MGM National Harbor Resort & Casino, 101 MGM National Avenue, Oxon Hill, MD 20745. Purchase tickets here.

On Wednesday, April 16th, the lover boys of R&B also head to the Warner Theatre to bring fans all of their classic hits from "I Wanna Be" to "Let's Get Married." 8 p.m. Tickets: $73+. Warner Theatre. 513 13th Street, NW, Washington, DC 20004. Purchase tickets here.

Get ready for the rebirth of cool courtesy of Death Row's new R&B soul crooner, October London, when he brings fans all of his hits on his The October Nights: Calling All Lovers tour on Friday, April 18th. 8 p.m. Tickets: $69+. DAR Constitution Hall. 1776 D St NW, Washington, DC 20006. Purchase tickets here.

Prefer to turn up? Head to Bethesda on Friday, April 18th, instead and be blessed by da god himself, hip hop legend, Rakim, for a stop on his The 18th Letter Tour. 8:30 p.m. Tickets: $69+. Bethesda Theatre. 7719 Wisconsin Avenue, Bethesda, MD 20814 Purchase tickets here.

Easter Show Alert: Be blessed over brunch with song on Sunday, April 20th, courtesy of the Howard University Gospel Choir for two shows at the Hamilton. 11:30 a.m. & 2:30 p.m. Tickets: $55+. The Hamilton. 600 14th Street, NW, Washington, DC 20005. Purchase tickets here. 

Head to quaint Olney on Saturday, April 26th, and settle into the Paige Hernandez-directed play by Matilda Feyiṣayọ Ibini, "Sleepova." The London hit follows four Black British teenagers each coping with unique challenges. But even with their issues, be it with family, faith, romance, or health, the four confront their obstacles with humor, sincerity, and optimism--a testament to the joys of friendship. 1:30 and 7:30 p.m. Tickets: $76+. Olney Theatre Center. 2001 Olney Sandy Spring Road, Olney, MD 20832. Purchase tickets here.

Get Queen Bee adjacent on Wednesday, April 30th, at Matriarch: An Evening with Tina Knowles, Family, and Friends, where Ms. Tina will discuss her upcoming memoir, and  all things family and show business. 8 p.m. Tickets: $67+. The Theater at MGM National Harbor. MGM National Harbor Resort & Casino, 101 MGM National Avenue, Oxon Hill, MD 20745. Purchase tickets here. 

King of voiceovers, comedian Tony Baker, brings all the funny to Charm City for a weekend engagement at the Baltimore Comedy Factory that kicks off on Friday, May 2nd. 7:30 p.m. Tickets: $35+. Baltimore Comedy Factory. 5625 O'Donnell Street, Baltimore MD 21224. Purchase tickets here. 

Hold on to your seats and get ready for a musical experience out of this world courtesy of Thee Phantom & Illharmonic Orchestra when they take over the Lincoln Theatre stage on Friday, May 9th. 8 p.m. Tickets: $35+. Lincoln Theatre. 1215 U Street, NW, Washington, DC 20009. Purchase tickets here. 

Grab your blankets and lawn chairs, and take the turn up outside on Wednesday, May 14th, for the Magic of Maryland Music Celebration presenting Club Quarantine 5 featuring D-Nice & Friends accompanied by the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra with Conductor Igmar Thomas (More artists to be announced). 8:30 p.m. Tickets: $78+. Pier Six Pavilion. 731 Eastern Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21202. Purchase tickets here.

Get ready for the Queens! On Friday, May 23rd, three legends--Chaka Khan, Gladys Knight, and Stephanie Mills--will take the CFG Bank Arena stage for one unforgettable night of iconic performances. 8 p.m. $97+. CFG Bank Arena. 201 W. Baltimore Street, Baltimore, MD 21201. Purchase tickets here.

Close out the month of May with a bang when vocal powerhouse, Ledisi, makes a stop at the MGM with her "love you, too" tour with special guest, Marsha Ambrosius, on Friday, May 30th. 8 p.m. Tickets: $84+. The Theater at MGM National Harbor. MGM National Harbor Resort & Casino, 101 MGM National Avenue, Oxon Hill, MD 20745. Purchase tickets here. 

Kick off June the classic DMV way courtesy of the 32nd annual Capital Jazz Fest, Friday, June 6th - Sunday, June 8th. 2025 talent lineup announced soon. Tickets: $100+.  Merriweather Post Pavilion. 10475 Little Patuxent Pkwy, Columbia, MD 21044. More information here. 

Also on Friday, June 6th, prepare to enter Wu-Tang Forever: The Final Chamber when they bring their final tour for a stop in Charm City. 8 p.m. Tickets: $75+. CFG Bank Arena. 201 W Baltimore Street, Baltimore, MD 21201. Purchase tickets here. 

Dust those lawn chairs off again, pack them up, and head to Wolf Trap for a night under the stars and a sprinkle of Badu-ism courtesy of the neosoul legend herself, Erykah Badu, on Saturday, June 14th. 8 p.m. Tickets: $139+. Filene Center at Wolf Trap. 1551 Trap Rd, Vienna, VA 22182. Purchase tickets here. 

Blogger's Choice: You may think you know the story of the iconic Temptations, but until you've seen it like this, you've seen nothing at all! On Tuesday, June 17th, grab a seat and enjoy the Broadway hit musical "Ain't Too Proud: The Life and Times of the Temptations" when it kicks off its two-night engagement at the National Theatre. 7:30 p.m. Tickets: $50+. National Theatre. 1321 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20004. Purchase tickets here.

Settle in for a closing matinee show on Saturday, June 21st, courtesy of the Round House Theatre's presentation of King James. Written by Rajiv Joseph and directed by Rob Ruggiero, King James tells the story of Shawn and Matt, who couldn’t be more different. However, when they discover they are both diehard Cleveland Cavaliers fans, they quickly form a close bond over their shared love of basketball—and the breathtaking talents of NBA star LeBron James. Over the course of many years, their relationship ebbs and flows along with the fortunes of their beloved team. 2 p.m. Tickets: $50+. Round House Theatre. 4545 East-West Highway, Bethesda, MD 20814. Purchase tickets here.

Close out the month on Friday, June 27th, with laughter courtesy of one of SNL's newest cast members, comedian Devon Walker, when he lights up the DC Improv stage with his charm and humor. 7:30 & 9:45 p.m. Tickets: $25+. DC Improv. 1140 Connecticut Avenue, NW, Washington DC 20036. Purchase tickets here. 

Featured Restaurant: Experience a taste of 'Nawlins courtesy of Dauphine’s for happy hour, dinner, or its weekend jazz brunch from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Menu offerings include Banana Foster French Toast, Blackened Catfish Creole, and Smothered Chaurice Sausage. Dauphine's. 1100 15th Street, NW, Washington, DC 20005. More information here.

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Events to Peep for January, February, & March

Jumpstart the new year on Tuesday, January 7th, with a lot of introspective humor courtesy of Emmy-award winning actor and comedian Jerrod Carmichael, when he stops at the DC Improv for a one-night only show you won't want to miss. 7:30 p.m. Tickets: $43+. DC Improv. 1140 Connecticut Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20036. Purchase tickets here.

If you didn't turn up on New Year's Eve, fret not, and head to the Kennedy Center on Saturday, January 11th, to party with DJ extraordinaire D-Nice and special guests Anthony Hamilton, Arrested Development, Big Daddy Kane, Goapele, Kenny Burns, Rakim, Rapsody, Tank, and Tweet. 8 p.m. Tickets: $183+. John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts. 2700 F Street, NW, Washington, DC 20566. Purchase tickets here. 

Everyone's favorite neosoul husband and wife duo, Kindred the Family Soul, heads to Alexandria to kick off a two-night set of dope jams and soulful ballads on Saturday, January 18th. 7:30 p.m. Tickets: $31+. Birchmere. 3701 Mt Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA 22305. Purchase tickets here.

On Friday, January 24th, it'll be nothing but a G thang when you head to the Howard Theatre for the Warren G "Regulate...G Funk Era" 30th Year Anniversary Show taking fans on a funkdafied trip down memory lane. 8 p.m. Tickets: $35+. Howard Theatre. 620 T Street, NW, Washington D.C. 20001. Purchase tickets here. 

Celebrate the life of an icon on Sunday, January 26th, with a matinee showing of TINA – The Tina Turner Musical chronicling the inspiring journey of a woman who broke barriers and became the Queen of Rock n’ Roll. 7:30 p.m. Tickets: $69+. The National Theatre. 1321 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20004. Purchase tickets here. 

Make the celebration of love a family affair and head to Baltimore for the opening night presentation of Disney Presents The Lion King on Wednesday, February 12th. 7:30 p.m. Tickets: $58+. The Hippodrome Theatre. 12 N Eutaw Street, Baltimore, MD 21201. Purchase tickets here. 

Fret not ladies! Galentine's Day will be full of love and laughter on Thursday, February 13th, when you take in a showing of Je’Caryous Johnson's "Games Women Play," a "laugh-out-loud, emotionally charged journey through the complexities of modern relationships." 7:30 p.m. Tickets: $44+. Warner Theatre. 513 13th Street, NW, Washington, DC 20004. Purchase tickets here.

Valentine's Weekend Show Alert: When it comes to showmanship, count neosoul crooner, Eric Roberson, one of the best to do it! Experience the vibes up close and personal with someone you love on Friday, February 14th (or Saturday, February 15th) at the Bethesda Theater. 8 p.m. Tickets: $70+. Bethesda Theater. 7719 Wisconsin Avenue, Bethesda, MD 20814. Purchase tickets here.

Valentine's Weekend Show Alert: Love will be in the air on Friday, February 14th, courtesy of R&B crooner Kevin Ross, when he graces the Birchmere stage for the kickoff of a two-night engagement lovers of all generations will enjoy. 7:30 p.m. Tickets: $65. Birchmere. 3701 Mt Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA 22305. Purchase tickets here.

Valentine's Weekend Show Alert: Keep the feel good vibes going on Saturday, February 15th, when R&B crooner, Joe, takes to the Constitution Hall stage to bring fans everything they'll need to set the mood for love. 8 p.m. Tickets: $59. DAR Constitution Hall. 1776 D Street NW, Washington, D.C. 20006. Purchase tickets here.

On Saturday, February 22nd, the incomparable Lalah Hathaway takes command of the Strathmore for one-night only blessings fans with over two decades of grooves and slow jams from Baby Don't Cry to So In Love. 8 p.m. Tickets: $28+. The Music Center at Strathmore. 5301 Tuckerman Lane, North Bethesda, MD 20852. Purchase tickets here. 

Get ready for that boom bap on Thursday, February 27th, when hip hop icon KRS-One heads to the Baltimore Soundstage to bring the heat along with opening acts Eze Jackson, Ullnevano feat. God Sense, Sistah Dee and DJ Excel. 8 p.m. Tickets: TBA. Baltimore Soundstage.124 Market Place, Baltimore, MD 21202. Purchase tickets here.

Stay in the hip hop zone on Wednesday, March 19th, when American rapper, singer and actor Tobe Nwigwe bring his "Home is Where the Hood Is" tour to the Fillmore for a one-night only show fans won't soon forget. 8 p.m. Tickets: $64+. The Fillmore. 8656 Colesville Road, Silver Spring, MD 20910. Purchase tickets here.

Head back to the Howard on Friday, March 21st, when Bad Boy crooner Carl Thomas celebrates the Emotional 25th Anniversary featuring CASE. 7 p.m. Tickets: $45+. Howard Theatre. 620 T Street, NW, Washington D.C. 20001. Purchase tickets here. 

It's time for some holleration! Grab your tickets and get ready to welcome the Queen of Hip Hop Soul, Mary J. Blige, to DC when she hits the Capital One Arena stage on Wednesday, March 26th, for a stop on her For My Fans tour with opening acts Ne-Yo and Mario. 7 p.m. Tickets: $79+. Capital One Arena. Capital One Arena. 601 F Street, NW, Washington, DC 20004. Purchase tickets here.

He set the internet ablaze last year. Don't miss the opportunity to experience the Kat Williams effect live when he lands in Baltimore on Friday, March 28th, for a stop on his "Heaven on Earth" tour. 8 p.m. Tickets: $83+. CFG Bank Arena. 201 W. Baltimore Street, Baltimore, MD 21201. Purchase tickets here. Note: Tour will stop at DAR Constitution Hall, May 9-10.

On Saturday, March 29th, head back to Charm City and relive the joy of spelling during the opening night presentation of Akeelah and the Bee at Baltimore Center Stage. 7:30 p.m. Tickets: $64+. Baltimore Center Stage. 700 N Calvert Street, Baltimore, MD 21202. Purchase tickets here. 

Featured Restaurant: What's old becomes new again when you visit the iconic DC staple and black-female-owned-and-operated Georgia Brown's. Now featuring live music every Wednesday and first Friday, the southern- themed restaurant features such succulent down-home dishes as fried green tomatoes, Carolina gumbo, and shrimp & grits. Open for weekend brunch, happy hour, and dinner. Georgia Brown's. 950 15th Street, NW, Washington, DC 20005. For more information, click here.

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Events to Peep for October, November, & December

Kick off October on Friday, the 4th, when neosoul crooner Maxwell heads to the Capital One Arena for a stop on The Serenade Tour with Jazmine Sullivan and October London. 7:30 p.m. Tickets: $49+. Capital One Arena. 601 F Street, NW, Washington, DC 20004. Purchase tickets here.

On Saturday, October 5th, get ready for a trip down hip hop memory lane courtesy of the Tacos & Tequila I Love the 90s Music Fest featuring your favorites artists of yesterday including Vanilla Ice, Treach of Naughty by Nature, DJ Kool, Rob Base, Tone Loc, All-4-One, Color Me Badd, and Young MC. 3 p.m. Tickets: $75. Prince George's Stadium. 4101 Robert S. Crain Hwy, Bowie, MD 20716. Purchase tickets here. 

Calling all go-go and comedy lovers: get your laugh and crank on Sunday, October 6th, at the Lincoln Theatre for the "Where Comedy Meets DC Go-Go" show hosted by comedian Tony Rock and featuring DMV all-stars Mike Brooks and go-go bands DCVybe and Push Play. 7 p.m. Tickets: $65. Lincoln Theatre.1215 U St NW, Washington, DC 20009. Purchase tickets here. 

Take in one of the final showings of Ja Ja's African Hair Braiding on Saturday, October 12th, at Arena Stage. Direct from Broadway, the Tony-winning comedy unfolds over a single day in Jaja's bustling Harlem salon as the tireless fingers and unbreakable spirits that fill the shop grapple with their own version of the American dream. 8 p.m. Tickets: $89+. Arena Stage. 601 F Street, NW, Washington, DC 20004. Purchase tickets here. 

Head to Charm City to get your laugh on courtesy of comedian and social media influencer Funny Marco on Friday, October 18th, when he kicks off his four-show, weekend gig. 7:30 p.m. Tickets: $25. Baltimore Comedy Factory. 5625 O'Donnell Street, Baltimore MD 21224. Purchase tickets here.

The iconic and incomparable boss herself, Diana Ross, soars into the MGM on Thursday, October 24th, to bless fans with a two-night stop on her Diana Ross: Beautiful Love Performances Legacy Tour 2024 that you will not want to miss. 8 p.m. Tickets: $102+. The Theater at MGM National Harbor.  MGM National Harbor Resort & Casino, 101 MGM National Avenue, Oxon Hill, MD 20745. Purchase tickets here.

Big Latto--not the little one--lands at the Anthem on Monday, October 28th, for a stop on her Sugar Honey Iced Tea Tour with Mariah the Scientist and KARRAHBOOO. 8 p.m. Tickets: $65+. The Anthem. 901 Wharf Street, SW, Washington, DC, 20024. Purchase tickets here.

Get ready for soul, funk, and Badu-ism courtesy of the neosoul goddess herself, Erykah Badu, when she hits the MGM Theatre stage for her two-night show kicking off on Friday, November 1st. 8 p.m. Tickets: $149+. The Theater at MGM National Harbor.  MGM National Harbor Resort & Casino, 101 MGM National Avenue, Oxon Hill, MD 20745. Purchase tickets here.

On Sunday, November 3rd, be seduced by the sexy "trap house jazz" vibes of Jamaican American vocalist, multi-instrumentalist, and producer Masego as he makes his highly anticipated debut at the Kennedy Center. 8 p.m. Tickets: $59+. John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts. 2700 F Street, NW, Washington, DC 20566. Purchase tickets here. 

Get ready for Martinnnnnnn on Thursday, November 7th, when the DMV's own comedian, actor, and icon Martin Lawrence stops at the Theatre at MGM for his Y'all Know What It Is! tour. 8 p.m. Tickets: $105+. The Theater at MGM National Harbor.  MGM National Harbor Resort & Casino, 101 MGM National Avenue, Oxon Hill, MD 20745. Purchase tickets here. 

All the way from Stankonia, witness the genius and musical rebirth of Grammy award winning-hip hop legend Andre' 3000 when he makes his historic Kennedy Centre debut on Saturday, November 9th, with a special presentation of New Blue Sun LIVE in Concert. With special guest serpentwithfeet. 7:30 p.m. Tickets: $90+. John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts. 2700 F Street, NW, Washington, DC 20566. Purchase tickets here. 

If you missed its debut in DC, head to B-more on Saturday, November 16th, for the weekend culmination of the Broadway sensation, MJ the Musical. 8 p.m. Tickets: $134+. The Hippodrome Theatre. 12 N Eutaw Street, Baltimore, MD 21201. Purchase tickets here. 

On Sunday, November 24th, super producer Robert Glasper along with a few surprise guests command the Howard Theatre stage for a one-night show of smooth grooves, slow jams, and R&B vibes. 8 p.m. Tickets: $55. The Howard Theatre. 620 T Street, NW, Washington D.C. 20001. Purchase tickets here.

Looking for something to do with all of your family in town for Turkey Day? Head to the DC Improv on Friday, November 29th, for the kickoff of its annual Thanksgiving weekend feature with DC's own fav comedic son, Donnell Rawlings, and get your laugh on. 7 p.m. Tickets: $45+. DC Improv. 1140 Connecticut Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20036. Purchase tickets here.  

Nothing says holidays like Ms. Christmastime herself, the iconic Mariah Carey. Head to Baltimore on Saturday, December 7th, for her stop at the CFG Bank Arena to present Mariah Carey's Christmas Time Show for one night only. 7:30 p.m. Tickets: $75+. CFG Bank Arena. 201 W. Baltimore Street, Baltimore, MD 21201. Purchase tickets here. 

Keep the holiday spirit alive in a most soulful way with KEM's Home for the Holidays Live with the National Symphony Orchestra two-night show kicking off on Wednesday, December 11th. 8 p.m. Tickets: $86+. John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts. 2700 F Street, NW, Washington, DC 20566. Purchase tickets here. 

Head to Maryland Live Casino on Sunday, December 15th, when it welcomes singer, songwriter, and producer extraordinaire, Babyface, for a one night only show you won't soon forget. 7 p.m. Tickets: $170+. Live! Casino & Hotel Maryland. 7002 Arundel Mills Cir #7777, Hanover, MD 21076. Purchase tickets here. 

You've completed your holiday shopping and now it's time to unwind. Head to Annapolis on Friday, December 20th, and take in the closing two-night show of Mr. Chocolate Soul himself, Will Downing, as he serenades fans with over three decades of slow jams and smooth grooves. 8 p.m. Tickets: $92+. Rams Head On Stage. 33 West Street, Annapolis, MD 21401. Purchase tickets here. 

If Santa didn't bring you what you wanted, treat yourself to the soulful sounds of Maysa when she stops at the Birchmere on Saturday, December 28th, to present A Very Maysa Christmas with her Jazz Funk Soul Orchestra. 7:30 p.m. Tickets: $70. Birchmere. 3701 Mt Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA 22305. Purchase tickets here.

Featured Restaurant: Head to the Salamander Resort hotel overlooking the DC Wharf and settle in for an unforgettable culinary experience at Dōgon. The much anticipated venture from chef Kwame Onwuachi serves vibrant cuisine through an Afro-Caribbean lens and draws from Onwuachi's unique Nigerian, Jamaican, Trinidadian and Creole background. The savory menu features a range of dishes from Grilled Wagyu Short Rib to Steamed Branzino to Mushroom Etouffee. Open Tuesday-Saturday, 5-10 p.m. Dōgon. 1330 Maryland Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20024. More information here.

Life's Short. Be Entertained...and Have a Safe and Happy Holiday Season.

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