D.C. ready to celebrate Independence Day

No one does July 4 quite like Washington

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No one does July 4 quite like D.C., with the Smithsonian Folklife Festival on the National Mall from 11 a.m.-9:30 p.m., and the Independence Day Parade from 11:45 a.m.-2 p.m. along Constitution Avenue fro 7th to 17th streets. The fireworks start at 9:09 p.m. on the Mall.

La Vie will host a 4th of July party at 4 p.m. at its Penthouse. There will be stunning views, delicious food, and fireworks. Tickets start at $29 and can be purchased on Eventbrite.

Upstairs at the Morrow will host a rooftop party at 12 p.m. at The Morrow Hotel. There will be performances from DJs, specialty cocktails and a view of the fireworks on the 4th. There will also be a vibrant rooftop playground with panoramic views of the city, with indoor and outdoor space featuring lounge-style couches, fire pits, and a wrap-around bar. Tickets start at $35 and can be purchased on Eventbrite.

THRōW Social DC will host “The DMV’s Biggest 4th of July Weekend Bash” at 1 p.m. There will be cold drink and shot specials, grilled hot dogs and burgers, fun backyard games, live DJs and more. Cover charge for the event is $5 and more details are available on Eventbrite.

Kick Axe Throwing DC will host “The DMV’s Biggest July 4t Cookout” at 1 p.m. There will be drink and beer bucket specials, patriotic shots, axe throwing, games, live music and more. This event is free and more details are available on Eventbrite.

Legendary Events will host “4th of July Day Party” at 4 p.m. at Society Rooftop. There will be food, drinks and hookah. This event is free before 5 p.m. More details are available on Eventbrite.

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Two nights of revelry planned for beach destination

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Labor Day Weekend in Rehoboth Beach brings the annual SunFestival celebration benefitting CAMP Rehoboth.

The weekend promises two nights of revelry with entertainers and nationally known DJs creating the “ultimate party to close out summer” Sept. 2-3.

Saturday’s $45 general admission tickets are sold out but you can join a waitlist at the event’s website. The $95 pass to both nights is also sold out. But general admission tickets for the Sept. 3 dance party starting at 7 p.m. with DJs Robbie Leslie and Joe Gauthreaux remain available. CAMP Rehoboth promises a “state-of-the-art club-like atmosphere,” with new design elements and video imaging.

Visit camprehoboth.com for tickets and more information

LGBTQIA+ community celebration held at Living Life Alternatives Shelter

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The D.C. Department of Human Services will host “Coming Out Cookout and Celebration” on Friday, Sept. 1 at 4 p.m. at Living Life Alternatives Shelter.

This event will celebrate the LGBTQIA+ community, the advocacy efforts it took to create the LGBTQIA+ low-barrier shelter, and the one-year anniversary of Living Life Alternatives. LGBTQIA+ community members and allies will have a chance to learn more about LLA’s work and engage with other community members.

This event is free and more details are available on Eventbrite.

The Hamilton and The Schuyler team up for ‘Unpopular Opinions’

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The Hamilton and The Schuyler will team up for “UNPOPULAR OPINIONS”, a comedy debate show, on Thursday, Aug. 31 at 8 p.m. at Hamilton Hotel DC.

Comedian and champion debater Peru Flores will square off against his special guests in impromptu debates based on a specific theme. Guests will have no idea what the unpopular opinions are, so they are encouraged to fasten their seatbelts and get ready for a chaotic and hilarious ride.

Tickets start at $20 and can be purchased on Eventbrite.

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