If you love music with soul, Northern Virginia is the place to be. This June 9 through 11, the Tinner Hill Blues Festival will take over the town of Falls Church. Over 10 different acts will be playing a variety of blues, folk, and rock tunes at different locations throughout the city. Here's what you can expect at this family-friendly, three-day musical experience:...

Memorial Day is May 29 this year, and there are few better places to honor fallen U.S. military members than the nation's capital. Not only are there dozens of memorials, galleries, and collections paying respect to our country's bravest men and women, the events that take place here in D.C. are some of the most important in the U.S....

It's important for people everywhere to do what they can to stay happy and healthy. One of the best ways to accomplish this goal is running, an easy exercise that improves heart health, relieves stress, and prevents disease. If you're a runner or interested in learning about running, the Alexandria Running Festival and 5K sponsored by the Marathon Charity Cooperation (MCC) takes place May 28 at the USPTO in the city's Eisenhower District....

Earth Day is an important holiday when people take active steps to understand and reduce their impact on the planet. In Alexandria and the greater D.C. region, locals and visitors alike can celebrate the day with many different exhibits, hands-on demonstrations, and activities for all ages....

Anyone who's visited or is even familiar with the D.C. area knows it's one of the best places in the country for museums and galleries. From the free Smithsonian museums to the immersive adventures of places like The International Spy Museum, the collections you'll see in Washington-area museums are second-to-none. This year, new exhibits are opening at several of the top museums in the region. Below are some of our favorites in D.C. and Alexandria....

When it's nice outside, residents and visitors of the D.C. region have lots of great options for recreation. Top among those options is the National Harbor, a lovely waterfront area that includes retail outlets, a 180-foot Ferris wheel, and many great restaurants. Now that temperatures have risen for the season, here are a few exciting events we're looking forward to at National Harbor:...