“A good green space to visit. It offers educational activities for families and companies. They offer tours ( with a price) & need to be booked in advance. It offers science behind tree planting, management and gives information on tree management is done to retain water, avoid erosion etc. we had been given the tour by two people - both of them were knowledge and has good humor to keep kids excited about this topic. There is a small shop to purchase, has restrooms.
One main point is its playground which is designed with wood while considering wood-based sensory plays.”
“Great escape room! The production value was amazing! All the props were really high quality and many of them were authentic antiques. Good story line as well. Would definitely recommend!”
Open 24 hours
760 Maine Ave SW, Washington
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“Lots of family friendly events throughout the year and all sorts of food and food trucks come in to keep the list changing. During the colder months that have a fire pit and a s’more food truck type thing that is pretty cool. Del Mar is a great restaurant down there.”
“This is a beautiful event space with a great vibe! I love the decorations and table set-up. The staff were wonderful!!! The full service catering was excellent!!! The communication was fantastic from the beginning to the end!!! You will not be disappointed with this venue!”
“Have been coming to this Venture X for 3 years. Absolutely awesome place to work. Spent many years at WeWork before that… VX is the way to go. Great crew and, importantly, very large phone booths! Highly recommend”
“Absolutely fantastic DC Watch show hosted by none other than the Mr. Time Bum! And it’s completely FREE to the public!
What an event, soo many watch companies (many of whom are stellar micro-brands), the place was packed with enthusiasts!
We only went on March 8th but it’s a two day event.
So many brands to discover, and so many opportunities to buy fantastic watches at a large discounts. But most important of all, you get to try watches that are usually only available online.
Great atmosphere overall, wasn’t too crowded to the point where you couldn’t move. You actually get to talk in person to brand owners and their reps. And they even have daily giveaways!”
“Enjoyed watching the Virginia Ballet's The Nutcracker last night. We took the metro Silver Line to the McLean stop. Took escalator or elevator to the ground floor and walk outside down the path towards Wegman's, then take a right. Capital One Hall was spacious, modern and clean. All staff we encountered were pleasant and professional. Seating was comfortable. We look forward to attending more shows at Capital One Hall.”
“Private club that allows open table reservations ... We had great service, mussels appetizer was super. We split a salad and the steak frites - they split in the kitchen and presented separately - nice touch! Food was great ...”
Open 24 hours
703 Edgewood St NE, Washington
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“We had an exceptional wedding at the Mess Hall this summer and cannot recommend it highly enough. From the very beginning, Al, Jordan, and the entire team were thoughtful, organized, and truly invested in making our vision come to life. Their preparation and planning were outstanding; from seamlessly connecting us with excellent vendors and caterers to offering creative, practical ideas for how to best use the space. Communication was always prompt, clear, and reassuring.
On the wedding day itself, everything ran flawlessly. The venue’s industrial character paired beautifully with modern conveniences, and the flexibility of the space made the night unforgettable. We held our ceremony and dancing outside in the dock space, while the interior provided a comfortable, stylish space for dinner and for guests who wanted a break from the dance floor. The flow of the evening felt effortless. We couldn’t have been happier with our experience and would choose the Mess Hall—and its incredible team—again without hesitation.”
3:00 PM - 8:00 PM
535 8th St SE, Washington
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“It’s a cute vintage theater. Knocking a star off for the super sticky floors. I was seated and wanted to tap my feet along to the music but the soles of my shoes were getting stuck ?”
“As a frequent visitor, I just checked out the latest exhibits. It's pleasant to see whatever is currently shown, and almost always there's a beautiful (IMHO) and affordable work that someone else has snapped up. Grounds also are pretty.”
“We had our wedding at Fathom Gallery on 14th Street a couple days ago and it was absolutely amazing! The space is gorgeous. It has such a cool vibe and made for the most beautiful setting. Emily, Meg, and Olivia are seriously the best. They were so easy to work with, super organized, and just genuinely great people. It honestly made it a no-brainer to choose Fathom! They also connected us with the best vendors, which made the whole planning process so easy and stress-free. Couldn’t recommend this venue and team more!”
“My 6YO daughter has been attending Tea with Mrs B for several years on days off from school and snow days and she always has the best time! I can barely get her to leave at the end of the day because she is having so much fun! Mrs B and her team do an amazing job making the kids feel adored! They know my daughter’s name when she walks in and always make her feel welcomed. They do so many fun crafts, play dress up, eat fun treats, and do some light-learning on manners that is very age appropriate and made fun! Really appreciate having this wonderful place for days school is closed, total life saver!”
“We had our winter wedding Reception at Cherry Hill Ballroom December 13th, 2003. (22 years ago) It was a good experience. I will never forget. Since it was Holiday season they had a huge beautiful Christmas tree well decorated and a fireplace. It was so cosy and all the guest were happy and comfortable.”
“Beautiful venue, wonderful staff! Alan, Lindsey and his team went above and beyond to ensure our event was impeccable. Thank you so much for helping us to make memories that last a lifetime!”
“I love it down here, sometimes my son gets in the water and sometimes we go on the other side, find a tree and sit under it. A chill vibe with friendly people. One important part for me is the Throne Toilets porta potty because you scan the qr code with your phone, that prompts you to send a text and when you come out they send a survey, it controls who comes in while also allowing you to let them know if its clean. All in all, I love The Yards Park and recommend it and go maybe 2-4 times a month. I thought this pic was cool, shows some of why I love it, the water. I went down again snd took some other pics while on a boat ride, thank me later”
9AM - 7:30PM
155 Gibbs St, Rockville
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“5 stars 5 stars 5 stars!! I always knew of this place but don’t realise how extensive it truly was!! A huge amount of fun classes and activities for all ages! We attended a kids painting class and it was really fun for the little ones. Teacher was great and interactive. Overall a great experience and we will be back”
“Creative Saints Loft is a phenomenal space, and the owner is amazing as well. I cohosted a vision board workshop in the space and it was the perfect venue. The lighting, decor, seating options, and versatile space are all things I loved. The booking process was smooth. Entry, setup, and breakdown was smooth. I would absolutely book the space again and highly recommend!”
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
1 Washington Cir NW, Washington
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“Mu husband was having cancer surgery at GWU Hospital in DC. The AKA was easy walking distance to the hospital. The property provided a delightful environment from the spacious room and the restaurant bar area. Front desk extremely accommodating. Highly recommend this charming boutique hotel.”
“This venue was beautiful! The staff accommodated my event and ensured the night was successful! I recommend this venue if you're looking for a memorable night. We danced the night away! Everything was beautiful the balloon arch the tables. The bartenders it was greats”
“Great place to work if you don’t have to be in the office, meet friends or mingle with members of the 4th estate. The second level is reserved for members only and their guests, so if you’re not a member, find a friend who is.”
“Beautiful venue, both inside and outside. Very easy access from the beltway. As for parking, while there was plenty for this wedding, if it were larger, there may be parking issues.”
“WONDERFUL. For a nice, self guided tour of US Navy History, this is the place. Clean and comfortable, you'll enjoy getting out of the heat or cold. The first shop offers all US Military branch souvenirs. I love coming here on every trip to DC.”
“Was there for a party. Beautiful and spacious. Space for reception, large room for speakers, that converted to dance floor with DJ and beautiful outdoor balcony. Additional rooms on first floor. Wonderful for large parties/event in gorgeous historic building.”
“Thank team for such a wonderful event.
We just celebrated our son’s 16th birthday party and team went beyond. Family and friends were so pleased with the service. Evolution by Reich world LLC thank you so much until next time”
“This venue was perfect for my mini retreat. It was very colorful and conveniently located in the Hyattsville arts district. The numerous screens were perfect for my presentation. Nelson was a perfect host! I will be booking future events here ?”
“I am an S.A.L. commander from Blaine, Washington.
I was there on a Wednesday blues night for the very 1st time. The blues music was so good I was dancing qith the ladies while waiting in line for some of that delicious fried food! Great bands and great people who welcomed me with open arms. I can't wait to be back again when visiting family here in town!”
“Very nice atmosphere. Food was tasty, well presented, and satisfactory portion sizes. Better signage needed to direct patrons to the floor that the Club is on, especially when there is no guard at the lobby desk.”
“Thanks to our server Michael for being extra attentive and helpful not only with the food but also this geriatric millennial who had trouble with the computers and inputting bowlers. He was A+”
“We’re so lucky to live around the corner from Nature Forward, it is an awesome place to explore. Our neighborhood doesn’t have sidewalks so it’s especially nice to be able to take our kids here and let them walk. The paved paths were done within the past year and are super smooth for the stroller. It’s always clean here and its great that there are two bathrooms available too.”