Events to Peep for the Weekend - 9.30 - 10.2

Gone but never to be forgotten, spend your Friday dancing the night away at the Hamilton as you celebrate the life of His Royal Badness at the All-Star Purple Party: A Prince Tribute Featuring Mike Scott. 8 p.m. Tickets: $18-$25. The Hamilton. 600 14th Street, NW, Washington, DC 20005. live.thehamiltondc.com

In continuing with the celebration of Prince, if you prefer, take in dinner and a show instead when his protege Judith Hill hits the stage at Rams Head on Friday night for an intimate performance you don't want to miss. 8 p.m. Tickets: $39.50. Rams Head On Stage. 33 West Street, Annapolis, MD 21401. www.ramsheadonstage.com

On Saturday, head to Druid Hill Park and partake in one of the few fall music festivals at the Baltimore Jazz Fest, featuring the likes of Art Sherrod Jr. and the Clarence Ward III All Stars. Free. 12 p.m. Druid Hill Park. 900 Druid Hill Park Lake Drive, Baltimore, MD 21217. www.baltimorejazzfest.com

On Saturday night, prepare to laugh yourself silly when comedians including Cedric the Entertainer, D.L. Hughley, and Eddie Griffin hit the stage at the Verizon Center for "The Comedy Get Down Tour." 8 p.m. Tickets: $49.50-$122.00. Verizon Center. 601 F Street, NW, Washington, DC 20004. www.ticketmaster.com

On Sunday afternoon, add some melody to your mimosas as jazz pianist Marcus Johnson provides the perfect musical backdrop for brunch at the Howard Theater. 1:30 p.m. Tickets: $15-$35. The Howard Theater. 620 T Street, NW, Washington, DC 20001. www.thehowardtheatre.com

Get cozy in "All This Love," when the Prince of Falsetto, El DeBarge, turns the heat up on your Sunday night to take you down a memory lane of great ballads from the 1980s to the 2000s at the Birchmere. 7:30 p.m. Tickets: $65. The Birchmere. 3701 Mt Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA 22305. www.birchmere.com

Looking Ahead: Got flow? Verses? Skills on the mic? Head to the Busboys and Poets Brookland location for its Monday night Open Mic, where audiences can expect a diverse chorus of voices, and a vast array of professional spoken word performers, open mic rookies, and musicians. 9-11 p.m. Busboys and Poets. 625 Monroe Street, NE, Washington, DC 20017. www.busboysandpoets.com

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Events to Peep for the Weekend - 9.23 - 9.25

On Friday, the Songstress of Soul, Maysa, and her Soul Symphony will tear the roof off the Birchmere as only the Baltimore songbird can do. Cleveland's own neo-soul crooner, Frank McComb, will set the stage as the opening act. 7:30 p.m. Tickets: $65. Birchmere. 3701 Mt Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA 22305. www.birchmere.com

Feeling in the mood for a more old skool groove? "Say Amen" when 80s Prince of Smooth Jams, Howard Hewett, heats up the stage at Blue Dolphin for a one-night show on Friday. 8 p.m. Tickets: $50. Blue Dolphin Seafood Bar & Grill. 1166 MD-3 #201, Gambrills, MD 21054. www.bluedolphingrill.com

What's better than one boop? How about five! On Saturday, hit the Woolly Mammoth Theater for the stage hit "Collective Rage: A Play in Five Boops," where five very different women, channeling the iconic Betty Boop, collide at the intersection of anger, sex, and love, bringing their rage center stage. 3 p.m. and 8 p.m. Tickets. $44-$69.Woolly Mammoth Theater. 641 D Street, NW, Washington, DC 20004. www.woollymammoth.net

Sushi? Saki? Saturday night? Grab some friends and hit up Sakerum, D.C. newest sushi bar offering Asian cuisine with a Latin flair. including a variety of eclectic sushi rolls and exotic drinks in a sleek elegant setting. Need an added bonus? Two words: rooftop patio. Sakerum. 2204 14th Street, NW, Washington, DC 20009. www.sakerum.com

On Sunday, pack up the kids and lawn chairs, and head to the National Harbor for the season's last "Movies on the Potomac" family feature. Peeps & Company, the official movie candy of Movies on the Potomac, will offer Mike and Ike, Hot Tamales, or Peanut Chews theater box candy at $6 for 3 boxes. Time: 6 p.m. Free. www.nationalharbor.com

Special Mention: On Saturday and Sunday, the long-awaited National Museum of African American History & Culture will hold its grand opening with a Dedication Ceremony as well as a Freedom Sounds Festival, featuring a range of artists from Sweet Honey in the Rock and Jean Carne to Public Enemy and the Roots. 10 a.m. - 10 p.m. Free. Tickets to Museum required. 14th Street and Constitution Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20001. www.nmaahc.si.edu

Looking Ahead: No need to reminiscence. Grab your crew on Tuesday and get your party on as 90s legends Pete Rock & CL Smooth hit the Howard Theater stage and get you "all souled out." 9 p.m. Tickets: $25-$65. The Howard Theater. 620 T Street, NW, Washington, DC 20001. www.thehowardtheatre.com



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Events to Peep for the Weekend - 9.16 - 9.18

Before fall is upon us next week, enjoy the last Truckeroo of the season on Friday (today), which showcases the hottest food trucks in the DC area such as DC Empanadas, Red Hook Lobster Pound, and Halal Grill. 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Food prices vary. Admission free. The Bullpen at the Fairgrounds. 1299 Half Street, SE, Washington, DC 20003. www.foodtruckfiesta.com

Mr. "I Be Thinkin'" George Wallace brings his comedic flair all the way from the Las Vegas Strip to Charm City's Comedy Factory on Friday night for what will no doubt be a laughing, good time. 8 p.m. and 10:30 p.m. Saturday shows available as well. Tickets: $27-$38. Baltimore Comedy Factory. 5625 O'Donnell Street, Baltimore, MD 21224. www.baltimorecomedy.com 

The festival festivities continue on Saturday with the annual H Street Festival block party celebrating the culture and history of the city with live music, food, all-ages activities, and a great craft fair. 12 noon-7 p.m. Food and vendor prices vary. Admission free. H Street, NE, Washington, DC. hstreet.org

Looking for a little fun in the form of football rivalry? Head to RFK Stadium on Saturday for the AT&T Nations's Football Classic for the Battle of the Real HU when the Howard Bison take on the Hampton Pirates. 3:30 p.m. Tickets: $25-$50. Robert F. Kennedy Stadium. 2400 E. Capitol Street, SE, Washington, DC 20003. www.nationsfootballclassic.com

After you wind down on Sunday, "wind" it back up that evening, when the Prince of Reggae, Damian "Jr. Gong" Marley, hits the stage at the Hamilton. 8 p.m. Tickets: $36-$46. The Hamilton. 600 14th Street, NW, Washington, DC 20005. www.thehamiltondc.com

Looking Ahead: The Bad Boy of Hip Hop brings his "family" to town on Thursday with the Bad Boy Reunion tour at the Verizon Center. Break out your 90s gear and take a trip down hip hop memory lane with performances by Diddy, Lil' Kim, The Lox, 112, and more! 7:30 p.m. Tickets: $95-$1,200. Verizon Center. 601 F Street, NW, Washington, DC 20004. www.tickemaster.com 

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Events to Peep for the Weekend - 9.9 - 9.11

Lust. Seduction. Lies. Murder. It all goes down today/Friday with the nationwide theater release of "When the Bough Breaks." Featuring Morris Chestnut, Regina Hall, and newcomer Jaz Sinclair, grab your popcorn and someone to hold on to, and get ready for this sexy thrill ride.

If you prefer things on the mellow side, Prince of Neosoul Rahsaan Patterson croons his way onto the Bethesda Blues & Jazz Supper Club stage on Friday night for two funkdafied shows. Grab a ticket and, as Rahsaan would say, "Stop By." 7 p.m. and 10 p.m. Tickets: $50. Bethesda Blues & Jazz Supper Club. 7719 Wisconsin Avenue, Bethesda, Maryland 20814. www.bethesdabluesjazz.com

Maryland's not ready to let summer or its crabs go just yet. On Saturday and Sunday, head to the 49th Annual Maryland Seafood Festival and enjoy entertainment, vendors, cooking demonstrations, and plenty of seafood. 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Tickets. $15. Sandy Point State Park. 1100 East College Parkway, Annapolis MD 21409. www.mdseafoodfestival.com

Grown & Sexy Alert: If you prefer your bacon with a side of biceps, Sax's Sir Sundays--a new all male burlesque show brunch--may be just what you're looking for. Enjoy an electrifying show featuring dancers, aerialists, pole performers, and, of course, bottomless mimosas. 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Tickets: $50-65 (all inclusive). SAX Restaurant & Lounge. 734 11th Street NW, Washington, DC 20005. www.saxwdc.com

Looking Ahead: The Congressional Black Caucus Foundation hosts its 46th annual legislative conference September 14th-18th. In addition to numerous forums and workshops on issues impacting African Americans and the global black community, a plethora of receptions will abound around town. Stop by one, grab a glass of wine, and network with those dedicated to making a difference. Walter E. Washington Convention Center. 801 Mt. Vernon Place, NW, Washington, DC 20001. www.cbcfinc.org


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Events to Peep for the Weekend - 9.2 - 9.4

On Friday, let your hair down and let your funny bone be tickled as comedian and The Daily Show correspondent Roy Wood Jr. takes center stage to bring the laughter at the DC Improv. Tickets: $22. DC Improv. 1140 Connecticut Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20036. www.dcimprov.com

Toast to Friday night with Bluejacket's tasting tour, where you'll enjoy signature drafts, and a full tour of the brewery. At the conclusion, enjoy a flight of three additional tastes paired with snacks in the Bottle Shop & Tasting Room. 7 p.m. Tickets $35. Bluejacket. 300 Tingey Street, SE, Washington, DC 20003. www.bluejacketdc.com

NFL Pre-season football not enough for ya? Then head to the University of Maryland on Saturday to watch the fearless Terrapins take on Howard University's mighty Bison. 12 p.m. Tickets $25-$50. Capital One Field at Maryland Stadium. www.umterps.com

Missing that "Kyle Barker bravado" that made T.C. Carson a hit on Living Single? Catch him on Saturday in Blackberry Daze, a thriller set in a Virginia town, where secrets and seduction take center stage. 8 p.m. Tickets: $60. Metrostage. 1201 N. Royal Street, Alexandria, VA 22314. www.metrostage.org

If you like your side of Eggs Benedict with a view, head to the Shaw area on Sunday and check out its newest brunch offering with a rooftop view, 801 Restaurant & Bar. While there, be sure to indulge in the "Build Your Own Mimosa" option, where you can concoct your own specialty from a selection of tableside juice mixers. 801. 801 Florida Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20001. www.801dc.com

No work on Labor Day Monday? Then no excuse to not join the party on Sunday night at the DNV Rooftop summer series. Enjoy poolside music by DJ J-$crilla and unlimited food. 5 p.m.-10 p.m. Tickets $40. The Donovan. 1155 14th Street, NW, Washington, DC 20005. (Search "Sunday Rooftop Roasts" for ticket link).

Looking ahead: Calling all trivia (and burger) junkies! Shake Shack’s Dupont location is now featuring Quizzo trivia night every Wednesday. Participants receive a free order of fries with purchase of food plus free Shake Shack swag for all team players. Grand prize winners receive a $25 Shake Shack gift card. 7 p.m.-9 p.m. Shake Shack. 1216 18th Street NW, Washington, DC 20036.


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