You’ll be better than “alright" when you kickoff the month of August with a hip hop bang when you head to the Capital One Arena for the DC leg of Kendrick Lamar's "The Big Steppers Tour" on
Thursday, August 4th, and witness the lyrical genius do what he does best. 7:30 p.m. $97+. Capital One Arena. 601 F Street, NW, Washington, DC 20004. Purchase tickets
here.
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Sunday, August 7th, the 2022 Summer Spirit Festival returns to Merriweather Post Pavilion bringing a day full of R&B, neosoul, hip hip, and go-go courtesy of Erykah Badu, Anthony Hamilton, Method Man & Redman, Junkyard Band and more. 3 p.m. Tickets: $75. Merriweather Post Pavilion. 10475 Little Patuxent Parkway, Columbia, MD 21044. Purchase tickets
here.
Rather chill inside instead? Then grab a matinee ticket on
Sunday, August 7th, for the closing performance of P Valley creator and writer Katori Hall's 2021 Pulizer Prize winning play, "The Hot Wing King" at the Studio Theatre. "King" follows Cordell, his boyfriend, and their friends in Memphis, Tennessee preparing their culinary entry for the annual "Hot Wang Festival" when an extra "ingredient" in the form of Cordell's wayward cousin comes into the mix and havoc ensues. 2 p.m. Tickets: $85. Studio Theatre. 1501 14th Street, NW, Washington, DC 20005. Purchase tickets
here.
If history is more to your liking, take a mid-month trip back into time on
Friday, August 12th, courtesy of Charles Randolph-Wright's "American Prophet"--a groundbreaking musical powered by Frederick Douglass’ own speeches and writings, coupled with soaring new melodies and an original script from Grammy Award-winning songwriter Marcus Hummon and Randolph-Wright. 8 p.m. Tickets: $66+. Arena Stage. 1101 Sixth Street, SW, Washington, DC 20024. Purchase tickets
here.
Comedian, actor, and plain funnyman, Kevin Hart, brings his "Reality Check" tour to the Capital One Arena as well on
Friday, August 19th, to do what he does best: keep his fan in stitches! 8 p.m. Tickets: $69+. Capital One Arena. 601 F Street, NW, Washington, DC 20004. Purchase tickets
here.
Prepare to be blown away when R&B singing sensation, Fantasia, heads to Charm City on
Saturday, August 20th, for a one-night performance bringing fans hit after hit from "When I See You" to "Truth Is." Opening act is songstress Leela James. 8 p.m. Tickets: $45+. Chesapeake Employers Insurance Arena.1000 Hilltop Circle, Baltimore, MD 21250. Purchase tickets
here.
If you're still tryna turn up outside, head down to the Bullpen on
Saturday, August 20th, instead and celebrate the last days of summer courtesy of the Dear Summer BBQ DC featuring great food, great music, and all around great vibes. 21+. 4 p.m. Tickets: Prices varies. The Bullpen. 1201 Half Street, SE, Washington, DC 20003. Purchase tickets
here.
Let's get ready for some football on
Saturday, August 27th, when the annual preseason Battle of the Beltway returns to M&T Bank Stadium for the matchup of the Washington Commanders vs. the Baltimore Ravens. 7 p.m. Tickets: $8+. M&T Bank Stadium. 1101 Russell Street, Baltimore, MD 21230. Purchase tickets
here.
DC's own R&B/soul crooner, Raheem DeVaughn, kicks off a two-night set at the Birchmere on
Saturday, September 3rd, bringing fans all of his hits from "Woman" to "You." 7:30 p.m. Tickets: $79. Birchmere. 3701 Mt Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA 22305. Purchase tickets
here.
The incomparable Grammy award winning PJ Morton returns to DC on
Sunday, September 4th, bringing fans a live performance of his latest album release, "Watch the Sun," and an arsenal of beloved ballads that always leave fans wanting more. 8 p.m. Tickets: $41+. Warner Theatre. 513 13th Street, NW, Washington, DC 20004. Purchase tickets
here.
World renowned jazz legends Incognito will take to the stage with longtime guest vocalist, Maysa, on
Sunday, September 11th, for a night of smooth jazz and soulful vibes. 7 p.m. Tickets: $69. Bethesda Blues & Jazz. 7719 Wisconsin Avenue, Bethesda, MD 20814. Purchase tickets
here.
Make way for some true kings of hip hop on
Friday, September 16th, when WuTang Clan and Nas join forces for their N.Y. State of Mind Tour bringing fans a night they won't soon forget. 8 p.m. Tickets: $29+. Jiffy Lube Live. 7800 Cellar Door Drive, Bristow, VA 20136. Purchase tickets
here.
Close out the month on
Friday, September 23rd with laughter when comedian and actor Mike Epps kicks off his two-night engagement at the MGM bringing fans all the funny they can stand. 8 p.m. Tickets: $49+. The Theater at MGM National Harbor. MGM National Harbor Resort & Casino, 101 MGM National Avenue, Oxon Hill, MD 20745. Purchase tickets
here.
Restaurant of the Month: Burgers. Brews. Brunch. Check.
Mélange chef and owner Elias Taddesse relies on locally sourced fresh ingredients to bring you that and so much more including Ethiopian staples such chechebsa, awaze shrimp & grits, and even hand spun milkshakes. Head downtown and enjoy. Open daily at 11 a.m. Melange. 449 K Street NW, Washington, DC 20001.
Life's Short. Be Entertained.
