Adams Morgan’s beloved Amsterdam Falafelshop is closing for good

Amsterdam Falafelshop founders Scott and Arianne Bennett taught Washingtonians that there was a better way to snack after late-night partying.

By Tim CarmanApril 24, 2023

Jazz in the Garden admission will be by lottery this summer

The popular summer concert series, held in the National Gallery of Art's Sculpture Garden, will require attendees to register a week in advance.

By Fritz HahnApril 24, 2023

With the demise of ‘Full Frontal,’ Samantha Bee focuses on herself

The comedian brings her show “Your Favorite Woman” to the Kennedy Center.

By Thomas FloydApril 20, 2023

The best ways to celebrate Earth Day in the D.C. area

Give back to the planet by cleaning up parks and rivers, learn how to cook more sustainably, or explore national parks for free.

By Adele Chapin, Fritz Hahn and Sophia SolanoApril 20, 2023

The 31 best things to do in D.C. this weekend and next week

Celebrate Earth Day with volunteer events, music and festivals; visit national parks free; or get outdoors for concerts, movies and wine tastings.

By Fritz Hahn, Sophia Solano and Adele ChapinApril 20, 2023

How does buying medical cannabis work in D.C.? What we know about the law

Whether you're a D.C. resident or planning a vacation here, it's possible to purchase medical cannabis from a licensed dispensary. Here's what you need to know.

By Fritz HahnApril 19, 2023
MoviesReview

‘Chevalier’: The bad old days of the aristocracy never looked so good

Biopic about the 18th-century mixed-race composer and musician Joseph Bologne, Chevalier de Saint-Georges, plays a little fast and loose with history.

By Mark JenkinsApril 19, 2023
MoviesReview

‘Evil Dead Rise’: Mommy issues and hyper-realistic gore

Formulaic installment in the horror franchise about parasitic demons has big shoes to fill but gets the job done.

By Olivia McCormackApril 19, 2023
MoviesReview

‘Guy Ritchie’s The Covenant’: A masterfully manipulative war thriller

Jake Gyllenhaal stars as an American officer who feels compelled to rescue his Afghan interpreter, in hiding and hunted by the Taliban.

By Michael O'SullivanApril 19, 2023
MoviesReview

‘Beau Is Afraid’: Mom’s inhumanity to man

Ari Aster, the auteur behind ‘Hereditary’ and ‘Midsommar,’ turns his attention to the horrors of the maternal relationship.

By Ann HornadayApril 19, 2023

5 of D.C.’s best restaurants for late-night delivery

Long after most D.C. restaurants have closed, these spots will deliver pizza, chicken, tacos and more to your doorstep.

By Anna Luisa RodriguezApril 19, 2023

Keychains, QR codes and other ‘gifts’ people buy to get pot in D.C.

The creative ways Washington marijuana distributors stay compliant with regulations through gift exchanges.

By Sophia SolanoApril 19, 2023

For singer-songwriter Lizzy McAlpine, authenticity is everything

McAlpine will perform two shows at 9:30 Club.

By Olivia McCormackApril 19, 2023

National Cannabis Festival features 2 Chainz, policy, food and culture

The festival's organizers are trying to create a "South by Southwest for cannabis lovers" that includes several days of events focused on wellness, entrepreneurship, music and culture.

By Fritz HahnApril 19, 2023

4 concerts to catch in the D.C. area over the next several days

M83, Saint Motel, Tenille Townes and Long Beard perform.

By Sophia SolanoApril 19, 2023

At the National Gallery’s Philip Guston show, lots to unpack

Postponed in 2020 after controversy erupted over the artist’s KKK imagery, ‘Philip Guston Now’ is remarkable and difficult.

By Mark JenkinsApril 18, 2023
MoviesReview

‘Somewhere in Queens’: Love and heartbreak, Italian American style

Ray Romano and Laurie Metcalf star in Romano’s directorial debut: A father-and-son dramedy of aspiration and finding your own path.

By Michael O'SullivanApril 18, 2023

Jongro Korean BBQ in Wheaton transports you to a simpler, meatier time

This South Korean import is inspired by the Jongro District in Seoul, a place where history and modernity meet, just as they do at this terrific restaurant.

By Tim CarmanApril 17, 2023

The best food at Nationals Park — and a few orders to avoid

Where to find burgers, ice cream, sandwiches, fries and more in Nationals Park.

By Tim CarmanApril 14, 2023

The complete guide to Nationals Park

A guide to the bag policy, outside food rules, closest Metro station and more rules of Nationals Park.

By Scott AllenApril 14, 2023