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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