The Washington Folk Festival is back! Join us this Sunday (10/19) from 12pm to 9pm for a jam-packed day of dancing, storytelling, and music from around the world! Learn More >>

 

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    Hexagon with fish and science symbols inside, and "Glen Echo Park Aquarium, A Chesapeake Bay Discovery Center" text surrounding

    9:00am - 5:00pm, timed-entry required

    Visit the Glen Echo Park Aquarium to learn about the creatures that inhabit the Chesapeake Bay and beyond through interactive exhibits, knowledgable educators, and a dynamic space. Timed entry creates a personalized learning environment,…

     Learn More

    Two landscape photographs

    10:00am - 6:00pm

    The Park View Gallery presents Parallel Paths, a two-person exhibition by artists Rebecca Doran and Stacy Smith Evans. Parallel Paths presents the unique photographic visions of Doran and Evans as they explore the interconnected…

     Learn More

    An illustration of a goose and a clock

    showtimes vary

    Not Your Mother’s Goose! is a high-energy, laugh-out-loud romp through Gooseville, where nursery rhymes come to life—and fall apart in the most delightful way! When Hickory the clock-mouse ditches his post, the enchanted Tickety-Tock…

     Learn More

    Abstract artwork of J Jordan Bruns

    11:00am - 5:00pm

    On the second and third floors of the Chautauqua Tower, you'll find Stone Tower Studio: where the boundary of traditional mediums is crossed.

    The Stone Tower Studio presents both traditional and nontraditional mediums including monoprint…

     Learn More

    Glen Echo International Folk Dancers logo
    FOLK DANCE

    7:30pm - 10:00pm

    7:30pm - 8:30pm Beginner/Intermediate Class; 8:30pm - 10:00pm open request dancing

    Glen Echo International Folk Dancers presents a weekly folk dance. Learn dances from Bulgaria, Macedonia, Romania, Albania, Greece, Turkey…

     Learn More

    Two landscape photographs

    10:00am - 6:00pm

    The Park View Gallery presents Parallel Paths, a two-person exhibition by artists Rebecca Doran and Stacy Smith Evans. Parallel Paths presents the unique photographic visions of Doran and Evans as they explore the interconnected…

     Learn More

    An illustration of a goose and a clock

    showtimes vary

    Not Your Mother’s Goose! is a high-energy, laugh-out-loud romp through Gooseville, where nursery rhymes come to life—and fall apart in the most delightful way! When Hickory the clock-mouse ditches his post, the enchanted Tickety-Tock…

     Learn More

    Abstract artwork of J Jordan Bruns

    11:00am - 5:00pm

    On the second and third floors of the Chautauqua Tower, you'll find Stone Tower Studio: where the boundary of traditional mediums is crossed.

    The Stone Tower Studio presents both traditional and nontraditional mediums including monoprint…

     Learn More

    SilverWorks examples
    SILVERWORKS

    11:00am - 5:00pm

    SilverWorks is the studio of artist-in-residence, Blair Anderson. Blair brings 35 years of smithing experience to Glen Echo Park. Stop in and view her one-of-a-kind jewelry creations.

     Learn More

    Capital Blues Logo

    8:15pm - 11:30pm

     

    8:15pm - 9:00pm Lesson  |  9:00pm - 11:30pm Dance

    Capital Blues! On Thursday nights dancers converge upon the Back Room at Glen Echo Park for the best in DJ’ed Blues dances in the Washington, D.C. area. Admission is $10 per person…

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    Hexagon with fish and science symbols inside, and "Glen Echo Park Aquarium, A Chesapeake Bay Discovery Center" text surrounding

    9:00am - 5:00pm, timed-entry required

    Visit the Glen Echo Park Aquarium to learn about the creatures that inhabit the Chesapeake Bay and beyond through interactive exhibits, knowledgable educators, and a dynamic space. Timed entry creates a personalized learning environment,…

     Learn More

    Two landscape photographs

    10:00am - 6:00pm

    The Park View Gallery presents Parallel Paths, a two-person exhibition by artists Rebecca Doran and Stacy Smith Evans. Parallel Paths presents the unique photographic visions of Doran and Evans as they explore the interconnected…

     Learn More

    An illustration of a goose and a clock

    showtimes vary

    Not Your Mother’s Goose! is a high-energy, laugh-out-loud romp through Gooseville, where nursery rhymes come to life—and fall apart in the most delightful way! When Hickory the clock-mouse ditches his post, the enchanted Tickety-Tock…

     Learn More

    Abstract artwork of J Jordan Bruns

    11:00am - 5:00pm

    On the second and third floors of the Chautauqua Tower, you'll find Stone Tower Studio: where the boundary of traditional mediums is crossed.

    The Stone Tower Studio presents both traditional and nontraditional mediums including monoprint…

     Learn More

    SilverWorks examples
    SILVERWORKS

    11:00am - 5:00pm

    SilverWorks is the studio of artist-in-residence, Blair Anderson. Blair brings 35 years of smithing experience to Glen Echo Park. Stop in and view her one-of-a-kind jewelry creations.

     Learn More

    Back Room Salsa Nights red graphic with dancers

    7:30pm - 11:00pm

    Join us every third Friday in the Ballroom Back Room for a sizzling hot night of Salsa presented by Glen Echo Park Partnership for Arts & Culture. We'll start at 7:30pm with a one-hour beginner lesson (free with the price of admission)…

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    Contra dancers

    7:30pm - 11:00pm

    7:30pm: Lesson | 8:00pm - 11:00pm: Social Dance

    Contra dance with occasional squares in the Spanish Ballroom at Glen Echo Park, Glen Echo, MD. Sponsored…

     Learn More

    Hexagon with fish and science symbols inside, and "Glen Echo Park Aquarium, A Chesapeake Bay Discovery Center" text surrounding

    9:00am - 5:00pm, timed-entry required

    Visit the Glen Echo Park Aquarium to learn about the creatures that inhabit the Chesapeake Bay and beyond through interactive exhibits, knowledgable educators, and a dynamic space. Timed entry creates a personalized learning environment,…

     Learn More

    Two landscape photographs

    10:00am - 6:00pm

    The Park View Gallery presents Parallel Paths, a two-person exhibition by artists Rebecca Doran and Stacy Smith Evans. Parallel Paths presents the unique photographic visions of Doran and Evans as they explore the interconnected…

     Learn More

    two puppeteers with a black cat puppet

    showtimes vary

    When Jennie the cat receives a Halloween card that calls her a scary cat, she feels like she’s been put in a box. Does she have to be scary? Join Jennie as she meets new friends with some spectacular tricks and treats to share, like skateboarding…

     Learn More

    An illustration of a goose and a clock

    showtimes vary

    Not Your Mother’s Goose! is a high-energy, laugh-out-loud romp through Gooseville, where nursery rhymes come to life—and fall apart in the most delightful way! When Hickory the clock-mouse ditches his post, the enchanted Tickety-Tock…

     Learn More

    Abstract artwork of J Jordan Bruns

    11:00am - 5:00pm

    On the second and third floors of the Chautauqua Tower, you'll find Stone Tower Studio: where the boundary of traditional mediums is crossed.

    The Stone Tower Studio presents both traditional and nontraditional mediums including monoprint…

     Learn More

    SilverWorks examples
    SILVERWORKS

    11:00am - 5:00pm

    SilverWorks is the studio of artist-in-residence, Blair Anderson. Blair brings 35 years of smithing experience to Glen Echo Park. Stop in and view her one-of-a-kind jewelry creations.

     Learn More

    A ceramic plate by artist Christine Goh

    11:00am - 4:00pm

    Visit the Glen Echo Pottery Gallery to view ceramic work by instructors and advanced students.

    ​Glen Echo Pottery was founded by Jeff Kirk, who has been the Artistic Director, full-time artist-in-residence, and chief instructor since 1974…

     Learn More

    DanceFit Logo

    11:15am to 12:15pm

    CLASS CANCELED TODAY!

    Experience the JOY of dance through Shake Your Soul with TBA!

    Shake Your Soul is a dynamic movement practice that energizes your body, relaxes your nervous system, and…

     Learn More

    Two visitors stand in front of paintings at the Yellow Barn Gallery

    12:00pm - 5:00pm

    The Yellow Barn Studio & Gallery is Glen Echo Park's painting and drawing residency. It is a creative oasis in Glen Echo Park, where community and artistic guidance converge in nationally-recognized artists’ programs. Founded by acclaimed…

     Learn More

    Assemblage sculpture

    12:00pm - 6:00pm

    The Popcorn Gallery presents Comic Relief, a juried group exhibition. Humor can serve as a tool for dealing with life’s greatest challenges, lightening our mood and reminding us to not take things too seriously. Glen Echo Park…

     Learn More

    Example of Art Glass
    ART GLASS CENTER

    12:00pm - 4:00pm

    Come see art through the medium of glass on display at the Art Glass Center

     

    The Art Glass Center at Glen Echo is a school, resource center, and gallery for kiln-formed glass serving the Washington metropolitan area. 

    The…

     Learn More

    A cut paper image and a ceramic plate

    12:00pm - 6:00pm

    The Stone Tower Gallery presents Wildwood Wonders, a two-person exhibition by artists Jen Hudson and Bonnie Zuckerman. The work in this show depicts woodland animals, including, but not limited to, birds, horses, foxes, and other…

     Learn More

    Red District Zouk logo

    4:00pm - 6:00pm

    See Link Here for full weekend workshop details including tickets and additional locations!

     

    SATURDAY AFTERNOON @ Glen Echo Park Ballroom…

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    PHOTOWORKS

    1:00pm - 4:00pm

    Come see photography on view at the Photoworks Gallery where their latest work is on display.

     Photoworks is a vibrant and unique resource for photographers. Our philosophy is simple: Creative dialogue with fellow photographers, an…

     Learn More

    Man and woman performing Vienesse Waltz

    2:30pm - 2:45pm Social dance warmup | 2:45pm - 4:30pm Lesson  4:30pm  - 5:00pm Supervised, Assisted Dancing 

    Learn basics of social Viennese Waltz in this workshop with Todd and Migle which includes lessons and supervised and assisted dancing.

    Todd and Migle have performed solo at the Hofburg Palace in Vienna, the Kennedy Center, the Austrian…

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    District Zouk logo

    3:30 pm - 7:00 pm

    Join us on Saturday, October 18 for a Brazilian zouk bootcamp so you can learn the basic techniques used in this social dance. Jumpstart your zouk journey by learning the basics at an accelerated pace so you can get comfortable on the dance floor…

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    Bachata y mas purple and pink logo with dancers and florals.

    7:30pm - 11:59pm

    Glen Echo Park Partnership for Arts & Culture presents Bachata y más!

    Saturday, October 18, come experience the magic of all styles of Bachata, and discover why it's the dance that's sweeping the world. Bachata, a playful Latin dance…

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    Red District Zouk logo
    DISTRICT ZOUK

    7:30pm - 11:30pm

    7:30pm 8:30pm Lesson | 8:30pm - 11:30pm Social Dance

    Join us for a Brazilian Zouk Social at Glen Echo in the Bumper Car Pavilion. This Brazilian dance has been growing in popularity in the US and around the world. Come…

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    Ballroom Time logo with silhouette of couple dancing

    7:00pm - 11:00pm

    Ballroom Time presents a ballroom dance Gala in the historic Spanish Ballroom on Saturday evening October 18, 2025. The James Bazen Ballroom Band will be performing for us. Following a beginner lesson in Foxtrot at 7:00 pm, the band will play…

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    Hexagon with fish and science symbols inside, and "Glen Echo Park Aquarium, A Chesapeake Bay Discovery Center" text surrounding

    9:00am - 5:00pm, timed-entry required

    Visit the Glen Echo Park Aquarium to learn about the creatures that inhabit the Chesapeake Bay and beyond through interactive exhibits, knowledgable educators, and a dynamic space. Timed entry creates a personalized learning environment,…

     Learn More

    Three people look at photograph prints on a table

    10:00am - 12:00pm

    Coffee and Critique is a free monthly event for photographers to share and discuss current work with fellow artists. Whether you are seeking input on one image or have a larger project, please join! Walk-ins are welcome. Prints of your work are…

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    two puppeteers with a black cat puppet

    showtimes vary

    When Jennie the cat receives a Halloween card that calls her a scary cat, she feels like she’s been put in a box. Does she have to be scary? Join Jennie as she meets new friends with some spectacular tricks and treats to share, like skateboarding…

     Learn More

    An illustration of a goose and a clock

    showtimes vary

    Not Your Mother’s Goose! is a high-energy, laugh-out-loud romp through Gooseville, where nursery rhymes come to life—and fall apart in the most delightful way! When Hickory the clock-mouse ditches his post, the enchanted Tickety-Tock…

     Learn More

    Abstract artwork of J Jordan Bruns

    11:00am - 5:00pm

    On the second and third floors of the Chautauqua Tower, you'll find Stone Tower Studio: where the boundary of traditional mediums is crossed.

    The Stone Tower Studio presents both traditional and nontraditional mediums including monoprint…

     Learn More

    SilverWorks examples
    SILVERWORKS

    11:00am - 5:00pm

    SilverWorks is the studio of artist-in-residence, Blair Anderson. Blair brings 35 years of smithing experience to Glen Echo Park. Stop in and view her one-of-a-kind jewelry creations.

     Learn More

    A ceramic plate by artist Christine Goh

    11:00am - 4:00pm

    Visit the Glen Echo Pottery Gallery to view ceramic work by instructors and advanced students.

    ​Glen Echo Pottery was founded by Jeff Kirk, who has been the Artistic Director, full-time artist-in-residence, and chief instructor since 1974…

     Learn More

    A cut paper image and a ceramic plate

    12:00pm - 6:00pm

    The Stone Tower Gallery presents Wildwood Wonders, a two-person exhibition by artists Jen Hudson and Bonnie Zuckerman. The work in this show depicts woodland animals, including, but not limited to, birds, horses, foxes, and other…

     Learn More

    Two visitors stand in front of paintings at the Yellow Barn Gallery

    12:00pm - 5:00pm

    The Yellow Barn Studio & Gallery is Glen Echo Park's painting and drawing residency. It is a creative oasis in Glen Echo Park, where community and artistic guidance converge in nationally-recognized artists’ programs. Founded by acclaimed…

     Learn More

    Assemblage sculpture

    12:00pm - 6:00pm

    The Popcorn Gallery presents Comic Relief, a juried group exhibition. Humor can serve as a tool for dealing with life’s greatest challenges, lightening our mood and reminding us to not take things too seriously. Glen Echo Park…

     Learn More

    Example of Art Glass
    ART GLASS CENTER

    12:00pm - 4:00pm

    Come see art through the medium of glass on display at the Art Glass Center

     

    The Art Glass Center at Glen Echo is a school, resource center, and gallery for kiln-formed glass serving the Washington metropolitan area. 

    The…

     Learn More

    Logo for Washington Folk Festival

    12:00pm - 9:00pm

    The Washington Folk Festival returns this year after a one-year hiatus on October 19, 12pm to 8:30pm. Now a one-day event, expect a jam-packed roster full of music, dancing, and storytelling ranging from American…

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    Man using a camera
    PHOTOWORKS

    1:00pm - 4:00pm

    Come see photography on view at the Photoworks Gallery where their latest work is on display.

     Photoworks is a vibrant and unique resource for photographers. Our philosophy is simple: Creative dialogue with fellow photographers, an…

     Learn More

    Tango Brilliante logo

    WEEKLY TANGO WILL NOT BE PRESENTED ON 10/19

    Tango Brillante presents weekly lessons and a dance. We hope to see you again next week! 

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    Hexagon with fish and science symbols inside, and "Glen Echo Park Aquarium, A Chesapeake Bay Discovery Center" text surrounding

    9:00am - 5:00pm, timed-entry required

    Visit the Glen Echo Park Aquarium to learn about the creatures that inhabit the Chesapeake Bay and beyond through interactive exhibits, knowledgable educators, and a dynamic space. Timed entry creates a personalized learning environment,…

     Learn More

    Two landscape photographs

    10:00am - 6:00pm

    The Park View Gallery presents Parallel Paths, a two-person exhibition by artists Rebecca Doran and Stacy Smith Evans. Parallel Paths presents the unique photographic visions of Doran and Evans as they explore the interconnected…

     Learn More

    Hexagon with fish and science symbols inside, and "Glen Echo Park Aquarium, A Chesapeake Bay Discovery Center" text surrounding

    9:00am - 5:00pm, timed-entry required

    Visit the Glen Echo Park Aquarium to learn about the creatures that inhabit the Chesapeake Bay and beyond through interactive exhibits, knowledgable educators, and a dynamic space. Timed entry creates a personalized learning environment,…

     Learn More

    Two landscape photographs

    10:00am - 6:00pm

    The Park View Gallery presents Parallel Paths, a two-person exhibition by artists Rebecca Doran and Stacy Smith Evans. Parallel Paths presents the unique photographic visions of Doran and Evans as they explore the interconnected…

     Learn More

    Hexagon with fish and science symbols inside, and "Glen Echo Park Aquarium, A Chesapeake Bay Discovery Center" text surrounding

    9:00am - 5:00pm, timed-entry required

    Visit the Glen Echo Park Aquarium to learn about the creatures that inhabit the Chesapeake Bay and beyond through interactive exhibits, knowledgable educators, and a dynamic space. Timed entry creates a personalized learning environment,…

     Learn More

    Two landscape photographs

    10:00am - 6:00pm

    The Park View Gallery presents Parallel Paths, a two-person exhibition by artists Rebecca Doran and Stacy Smith Evans. Parallel Paths presents the unique photographic visions of Doran and Evans as they explore the interconnected…

     Learn More

    An illustration of a goose and a clock

    showtimes vary

    Not Your Mother’s Goose! is a high-energy, laugh-out-loud romp through Gooseville, where nursery rhymes come to life—and fall apart in the most delightful way! When Hickory the clock-mouse ditches his post, the enchanted Tickety-Tock…

     Learn More

    Abstract artwork of J Jordan Bruns

    11:00am - 5:00pm

    On the second and third floors of the Chautauqua Tower, you'll find Stone Tower Studio: where the boundary of traditional mediums is crossed.

    The Stone Tower Studio presents both traditional and nontraditional mediums including monoprint…

     Learn More

    Glen Echo International Folk Dancers logo
    FOLK DANCE

    7:30pm - 10:00pm

    7:30pm - 8:30pm Beginner/Intermediate Class; 8:30pm - 10:00pm open request dancing

    Glen Echo International Folk Dancers presents a weekly folk dance. Learn dances from Bulgaria, Macedonia, Romania, Albania, Greece, Turkey…

     Learn More

    Hexagon with fish and science symbols inside, and "Glen Echo Park Aquarium, A Chesapeake Bay Discovery Center" text surrounding

    9:00am - 5:00pm, timed-entry required

    Visit the Glen Echo Park Aquarium to learn about the creatures that inhabit the Chesapeake Bay and beyond through interactive exhibits, knowledgable educators, and a dynamic space. Timed entry creates a personalized learning environment,…

     Learn More

    Two landscape photographs

    10:00am - 6:00pm

    The Park View Gallery presents Parallel Paths, a two-person exhibition by artists Rebecca Doran and Stacy Smith Evans. Parallel Paths presents the unique photographic visions of Doran and Evans as they explore the interconnected…

     Learn More

    two puppeteers with a black cat puppet

    showtimes vary

    When Jennie the cat receives a Halloween card that calls her a scary cat, she feels like she’s been put in a box. Does she have to be scary? Join Jennie as she meets new friends with some spectacular tricks and treats to share, like skateboarding…

     Learn More

    An illustration of a goose and a clock

    showtimes vary

    Not Your Mother’s Goose! is a high-energy, laugh-out-loud romp through Gooseville, where nursery rhymes come to life—and fall apart in the most delightful way! When Hickory the clock-mouse ditches his post, the enchanted Tickety-Tock…

     Learn More

    SilverWorks examples
    SILVERWORKS

    11:00am - 5:00pm

    SilverWorks is the studio of artist-in-residence, Blair Anderson. Blair brings 35 years of smithing experience to Glen Echo Park. Stop in and view her one-of-a-kind jewelry creations.

     Learn More

    Abstract artwork of J Jordan Bruns

    11:00am - 5:00pm

    On the second and third floors of the Chautauqua Tower, you'll find Stone Tower Studio: where the boundary of traditional mediums is crossed.

    The Stone Tower Studio presents both traditional and nontraditional mediums including monoprint…

     Learn More

    flapper with gatsby style background

    Dance lesson 6:30pm-7:30pm | Dancing with the Band 7:30pm-10pm 

     

    Concerts for Causes welcomes you to a 1930's Great Gatsby style concert party, a Big Ballroom event at the historic Glen Echo Park.

    With performances by the amazing "…

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    Capital Blues Logo

    8:15pm - 11:30pm

     

    8:15pm - 9:00pm Lesson  |  9:00pm - 11:30pm Dance

    Capital Blues! On Thursday nights dancers converge upon the Back Room at Glen Echo Park for the best in DJ’ed Blues dances in the Washington, D.C. area. Admission is $10 per person…

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    Hexagon with fish and science symbols inside, and "Glen Echo Park Aquarium, A Chesapeake Bay Discovery Center" text surrounding

    9:00am - 5:00pm, timed-entry required

    Visit the Glen Echo Park Aquarium to learn about the creatures that inhabit the Chesapeake Bay and beyond through interactive exhibits, knowledgable educators, and a dynamic space. Timed entry creates a personalized learning environment,…

     Learn More

    Two landscape photographs

    10:00am - 6:00pm

    The Park View Gallery presents Parallel Paths, a two-person exhibition by artists Rebecca Doran and Stacy Smith Evans. Parallel Paths presents the unique photographic visions of Doran and Evans as they explore the interconnected…

     Learn More

    two puppeteers with a black cat puppet

    showtimes vary

    When Jennie the cat receives a Halloween card that calls her a scary cat, she feels like she’s been put in a box. Does she have to be scary? Join Jennie as she meets new friends with some spectacular tricks and treats to share, like skateboarding…

     Learn More

    An illustration of a goose and a clock

    showtimes vary

    Not Your Mother’s Goose! is a high-energy, laugh-out-loud romp through Gooseville, where nursery rhymes come to life—and fall apart in the most delightful way! When Hickory the clock-mouse ditches his post, the enchanted Tickety-Tock…

     Learn More

    SilverWorks examples
    SILVERWORKS

    11:00am - 5:00pm

    SilverWorks is the studio of artist-in-residence, Blair Anderson. Blair brings 35 years of smithing experience to Glen Echo Park. Stop in and view her one-of-a-kind jewelry creations.

     Learn More

    Abstract artwork of J Jordan Bruns

    11:00am - 5:00pm

    On the second and third floors of the Chautauqua Tower, you'll find Stone Tower Studio: where the boundary of traditional mediums is crossed.

    The Stone Tower Studio presents both traditional and nontraditional mediums including monoprint…

     Learn More

    Contra dancers

    7:30pm - 11:00pm

    7:30pm: Lesson | 8:00pm - 11:00pm: Social Dance

    Contra dance with occasional squares in the Spanish Ballroom at Glen Echo Park, Glen Echo, MD. Sponsored…

     Learn More

    Hexagon with fish and science symbols inside, and "Glen Echo Park Aquarium, A Chesapeake Bay Discovery Center" text surrounding

    9:00am - 5:00pm, timed-entry required

    Visit the Glen Echo Park Aquarium to learn about the creatures that inhabit the Chesapeake Bay and beyond through interactive exhibits, knowledgable educators, and a dynamic space. Timed entry creates a personalized learning environment,…

     Learn More

    Two landscape photographs

    10:00am - 6:00pm

    The Park View Gallery presents Parallel Paths, a two-person exhibition by artists Rebecca Doran and Stacy Smith Evans. Parallel Paths presents the unique photographic visions of Doran and Evans as they explore the interconnected…

     Learn More

    two puppeteers with a black cat puppet

    showtimes vary

    When Jennie the cat receives a Halloween card that calls her a scary cat, she feels like she’s been put in a box. Does she have to be scary? Join Jennie as she meets new friends with some spectacular tricks and treats to share, like skateboarding…

     Learn More

    An artist stands in front of their artwork

    10:30am - 11:30am

    Join us Saturday morning for a virtual Artist Discussion with Gail Shaw-Clemons, part of…

     Learn More

    An illustration of a goose and a clock

    showtimes vary

    Not Your Mother’s Goose! is a high-energy, laugh-out-loud romp through Gooseville, where nursery rhymes come to life—and fall apart in the most delightful way! When Hickory the clock-mouse ditches his post, the enchanted Tickety-Tock…

     Learn More

    Abstract artwork of J Jordan Bruns

    11:00am - 5:00pm

    On the second and third floors of the Chautauqua Tower, you'll find Stone Tower Studio: where the boundary of traditional mediums is crossed.

    The Stone Tower Studio presents both traditional and nontraditional mediums including monoprint…

     Learn More

    A ceramic plate by artist Christine Goh

    11:00am - 4:00pm

    Visit the Glen Echo Pottery Gallery to view ceramic work by instructors and advanced students.

    ​Glen Echo Pottery was founded by Jeff Kirk, who has been the Artistic Director, full-time artist-in-residence, and chief instructor since 1974…

     Learn More

    SilverWorks examples
    SILVERWORKS

    11:00am - 5:00pm

    SilverWorks is the studio of artist-in-residence, Blair Anderson. Blair brings 35 years of smithing experience to Glen Echo Park. Stop in and view her one-of-a-kind jewelry creations.

     Learn More

    DanceFit Logo

    11:15am to 12:15pm

    Experience the JOY of dance through Shake Your Soul with Katy Baytosh!

    Shake Your Soul is a dynamic movement practice that energizes your body, relaxes your nervous system, and awakens your soul through…

     Learn More

    Example of Art Glass
    ART GLASS CENTER

    12:00pm - 4:00pm

    Come see art through the medium of glass on display at the Art Glass Center

     

    The Art Glass Center at Glen Echo is a school, resource center, and gallery for kiln-formed glass serving the Washington metropolitan area. 

    The…

     Learn More

    A cut paper image and a ceramic plate

    12:00pm - 6:00pm

    The Stone Tower Gallery presents Wildwood Wonders, a two-person exhibition by artists Jen Hudson and Bonnie Zuckerman. The work in this show depicts woodland animals, including, but not limited to, birds, horses, foxes, and other…

     Learn More

    Two visitors stand in front of paintings at the Yellow Barn Gallery

    12:00pm - 5:00pm

    The Yellow Barn Studio & Gallery is Glen Echo Park's painting and drawing residency. It is a creative oasis in Glen Echo Park, where community and artistic guidance converge in nationally-recognized artists’ programs. Founded by acclaimed…

     Learn More

    Assemblage sculpture

    12:00pm - 6:00pm

    The Popcorn Gallery presents Comic Relief, a juried group exhibition. Humor can serve as a tool for dealing with life’s greatest challenges, lightening our mood and reminding us to not take things too seriously. Glen Echo Park…

     Learn More

    Brown text on a tan background reads: Glen Echo Park Fall Frolic. Red and yellow leaves frame the text.
    FALL FROLIC

    1:00pm - 4:00pm

    Join us for some Halloween fun at Glen Echo Park! Activities include decorating a Trick-or-Treat bag and other crafts, a festive fall photo-op (say that 10 times!), a costume contest (will you win for "Most Spooky," "Most Creative," or "Best…

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    Man using a camera
    PHOTOWORKS

    1:00pm - 4:00pm

    Come see photography on view at the Photoworks Gallery where their latest work is on display.

     Photoworks is a vibrant and unique resource for photographers. Our philosophy is simple: Creative dialogue with fellow photographers, an…

     Learn More

    A black and white photo of a woman in a striped outfit

    6:00pm - 8:30pm

    Retrospective of Karen Keating, Executive Director Emerita of Photoworks/Glen Echo Park. 

    The 40+ handmade photos printed in the darkroom  trace Karen Keating's photographic journeys: from her roots in the small town of Coshocton, Ohio,…

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    DC Rawhides logo

    7:00-8:00pm Lesson | 8:00pm - 11:00pm Social Dance

    Join us for DC Rawhides' dance at the Park! An inclusive, diverse, affirming, fun, high energy LGBTQ+ dance, where all are welcome, structured so all levels of dancers, including beginners, can participate.  We dance two-step, west coast, waltz,…

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    Gottaswing logo with swing dancing couple

    8:00pm - 11:30pm

    8:00pm: Lesson | 9:00pm - 11:30pm: Social Dance

    Join Gottaswing for a fun and friendly swing dance—it’s the HALLOWEEN HOP with KING TEDDY. Spooky Halloween decorations, costume contest, lots of special treats for all. Costumes are…

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    9:00am - 5:00pm, timed-entry required

    Visit the Glen Echo Park Aquarium to learn about the creatures that inhabit the Chesapeake Bay and beyond through interactive exhibits, knowledgable educators, and a dynamic space. Timed entry creates a personalized learning environment,…

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    two puppeteers with a black cat puppet

    showtimes vary

    When Jennie the cat receives a Halloween card that calls her a scary cat, she feels like she’s been put in a box. Does she have to be scary? Join Jennie as she meets new friends with some spectacular tricks and treats to share, like skateboarding…

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    An illustration of a goose and a clock

    showtimes vary

    Not Your Mother’s Goose! is a high-energy, laugh-out-loud romp through Gooseville, where nursery rhymes come to life—and fall apart in the most delightful way! When Hickory the clock-mouse ditches his post, the enchanted Tickety-Tock…

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    SilverWorks examples
    SILVERWORKS

    11:00am - 5:00pm

    SilverWorks is the studio of artist-in-residence, Blair Anderson. Blair brings 35 years of smithing experience to Glen Echo Park. Stop in and view her one-of-a-kind jewelry creations.

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    Abstract artwork of J Jordan Bruns

    11:00am - 5:00pm

    On the second and third floors of the Chautauqua Tower, you'll find Stone Tower Studio: where the boundary of traditional mediums is crossed.

    The Stone Tower Studio presents both traditional and nontraditional mediums including monoprint…

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    A ceramic plate by artist Christine Goh

    11:00am - 4:00pm

    Visit the Glen Echo Pottery Gallery to view ceramic work by instructors and advanced students.

    ​Glen Echo Pottery was founded by Jeff Kirk, who has been the Artistic Director, full-time artist-in-residence, and chief instructor since 1974…

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    Two visitors stand in front of paintings at the Yellow Barn Gallery

    12:00pm - 5:00pm

    The Yellow Barn Studio & Gallery is Glen Echo Park's painting and drawing residency. It is a creative oasis in Glen Echo Park, where community and artistic guidance converge in nationally-recognized artists’ programs. Founded by acclaimed…

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    Assemblage sculpture

    12:00pm - 6:00pm

    The Popcorn Gallery presents Comic Relief, a juried group exhibition. Humor can serve as a tool for dealing with life’s greatest challenges, lightening our mood and reminding us to not take things too seriously. Glen Echo Park…

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    Example of Art Glass
    ART GLASS CENTER

    12:00pm - 4:00pm

    Come see art through the medium of glass on display at the Art Glass Center

     

    The Art Glass Center at Glen Echo is a school, resource center, and gallery for kiln-formed glass serving the Washington metropolitan area. 

    The…

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    A cut paper image and a ceramic plate

    12:00pm - 6:00pm

    The Stone Tower Gallery presents Wildwood Wonders, a two-person exhibition by artists Jen Hudson and Bonnie Zuckerman. The work in this show depicts woodland animals, including, but not limited to, birds, horses, foxes, and other…

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    PHOTOWORKS

    1:00pm - 4:00pm

    Come see photography on view at the Photoworks Gallery where their latest work is on display.

     Photoworks is a vibrant and unique resource for photographers. Our philosophy is simple: Creative dialogue with fellow photographers, an…

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    Dancing Planet Contra

    2:30pm - 6:00pm

    2:30pm: Lesson | 3:00pm - 6:00pm: Social Dance

    Contra Dance in the Bumper Car Pavilion at Glen Echo Park presented by Dancing Planet!

    With live music by Midnight on the Water and dance…

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    Ballroom Time logo with silhouette of couple dancing

    2:45pm - 6:00pm

    2:45pm - 3:30pm: Lesson | 3:30pm - 6:00pm: Social Dance

    Ballroom Time presents a ballroom dance in the historic Spanish Ballroom on Sunday afternoon October 26, 2025. Live music will be provided by Dance Tet.

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    WALTZ TIME

    6:15pm - 9:30pm

    Lesson 6:15pm / Social Dance 7:00pm- 9:30pm

    Waltz Time presents an evening waltz in the Spanish Ballroom. KAREN COLLINS & THE BACKROADS BAND with Karen Collins (vocals, rhythm guitar), Ira Gitlin (lead guitar, vocals…

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    Tango Brilliante logo

    6:30pm - 11:00pm

    6:30pm & 7:30pm: Lessons | 8:30pm-11pm: Social Dance

    Tango Brillante presents lessons and a dance. Tango lesson (6:30pm), Milonga lesson (7:30pm), Social Dance (8:30-11:00pm). For more information…

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    Hexagon with fish and science symbols inside, and "Glen Echo Park Aquarium, A Chesapeake Bay Discovery Center" text surrounding

    9:00am - 5:00pm, timed-entry required

    Visit the Glen Echo Park Aquarium to learn about the creatures that inhabit the Chesapeake Bay and beyond through interactive exhibits, knowledgable educators, and a dynamic space. Timed entry creates a personalized learning environment,…

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    Two landscape photographs

    10:00am - 6:00pm

    The Park View Gallery presents Parallel Paths, a two-person exhibition by artists Rebecca Doran and Stacy Smith Evans. Parallel Paths presents the unique photographic visions of Doran and Evans as they explore the interconnected…

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    Hexagon with fish and science symbols inside, and "Glen Echo Park Aquarium, A Chesapeake Bay Discovery Center" text surrounding

    9:00am - 5:00pm, timed-entry required

    Visit the Glen Echo Park Aquarium to learn about the creatures that inhabit the Chesapeake Bay and beyond through interactive exhibits, knowledgable educators, and a dynamic space. Timed entry creates a personalized learning environment,…

     Learn More

    Two landscape photographs

    10:00am - 6:00pm

    The Park View Gallery presents Parallel Paths, a two-person exhibition by artists Rebecca Doran and Stacy Smith Evans. Parallel Paths presents the unique photographic visions of Doran and Evans as they explore the interconnected…

     Learn More

    Hexagon with fish and science symbols inside, and "Glen Echo Park Aquarium, A Chesapeake Bay Discovery Center" text surrounding

    9:00am - 5:00pm, timed-entry required

    Visit the Glen Echo Park Aquarium to learn about the creatures that inhabit the Chesapeake Bay and beyond through interactive exhibits, knowledgable educators, and a dynamic space. Timed entry creates a personalized learning environment,…

     Learn More

    Two landscape photographs

    10:00am - 6:00pm

    The Park View Gallery presents Parallel Paths, a two-person exhibition by artists Rebecca Doran and Stacy Smith Evans. Parallel Paths presents the unique photographic visions of Doran and Evans as they explore the interconnected…

     Learn More

    An illustration of a goose and a clock

    showtimes vary

    Not Your Mother’s Goose! is a high-energy, laugh-out-loud romp through Gooseville, where nursery rhymes come to life—and fall apart in the most delightful way! When Hickory the clock-mouse ditches his post, the enchanted Tickety-Tock…

     Learn More

    Abstract artwork of J Jordan Bruns

    11:00am - 5:00pm

    On the second and third floors of the Chautauqua Tower, you'll find Stone Tower Studio: where the boundary of traditional mediums is crossed.

    The Stone Tower Studio presents both traditional and nontraditional mediums including monoprint…

     Learn More

    Glen Echo International Folk Dancers logo
    FOLK DANCE

    7:30pm - 10:00pm

    7:30pm - 8:30pm Beginner/Intermediate Class; 8:30pm - 10:00pm open request dancing

    Glen Echo International Folk Dancers presents a weekly folk dance. Learn dances from Bulgaria, Macedonia, Romania, Albania, Greece, Turkey…

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    Hexagon with fish and science symbols inside, and "Glen Echo Park Aquarium, A Chesapeake Bay Discovery Center" text surrounding

    9:00am - 5:00pm, timed-entry required

    Visit the Glen Echo Park Aquarium to learn about the creatures that inhabit the Chesapeake Bay and beyond through interactive exhibits, knowledgable educators, and a dynamic space. Timed entry creates a personalized learning environment,…

     Learn More

    Two landscape photographs

    10:00am - 6:00pm

    The Park View Gallery presents Parallel Paths, a two-person exhibition by artists Rebecca Doran and Stacy Smith Evans. Parallel Paths presents the unique photographic visions of Doran and Evans as they explore the interconnected…

     Learn More

    two puppeteers with a black cat puppet

    showtimes vary

    When Jennie the cat receives a Halloween card that calls her a scary cat, she feels like she’s been put in a box. Does she have to be scary? Join Jennie as she meets new friends with some spectacular tricks and treats to share, like skateboarding…

     Learn More

    An illustration of a goose and a clock

    showtimes vary

    Not Your Mother’s Goose! is a high-energy, laugh-out-loud romp through Gooseville, where nursery rhymes come to life—and fall apart in the most delightful way! When Hickory the clock-mouse ditches his post, the enchanted Tickety-Tock…

     Learn More

    SilverWorks examples
    SILVERWORKS

    11:00am - 5:00pm

    SilverWorks is the studio of artist-in-residence, Blair Anderson. Blair brings 35 years of smithing experience to Glen Echo Park. Stop in and view her one-of-a-kind jewelry creations.

     Learn More

    Abstract artwork of J Jordan Bruns

    11:00am - 5:00pm

    On the second and third floors of the Chautauqua Tower, you'll find Stone Tower Studio: where the boundary of traditional mediums is crossed.

    The Stone Tower Studio presents both traditional and nontraditional mediums including monoprint…

     Learn More

    Ballroom Time logo with silhouette of couple dancing

    7:00pm - 9:30pm

    Ballroom Time presents a ballroom dance workshop 7:00 - 9:30 PM with the last half hour dedicated to supervised practice. 

    The workshop is designed for beginner to intermediate level dancers; no partner is required.

    Admission: $10…

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    Capital Blues Logo

    8:15pm - 11:30pm

     

    8:15pm - 9:00pm Lesson  |  9:00pm - 11:30pm Dance

    Capital Blues! On Thursday nights dancers converge upon the Back Room at Glen Echo Park for the best in DJ’ed Blues dances in the Washington, D.C. area. Admission is $10 per person…

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    Hexagon with fish and science symbols inside, and "Glen Echo Park Aquarium, A Chesapeake Bay Discovery Center" text surrounding

    9:00am - 5:00pm, timed-entry required

    Visit the Glen Echo Park Aquarium to learn about the creatures that inhabit the Chesapeake Bay and beyond through interactive exhibits, knowledgable educators, and a dynamic space. Timed entry creates a personalized learning environment,…

     Learn More

    Two landscape photographs

    10:00am - 6:00pm

    The Park View Gallery presents Parallel Paths, a two-person exhibition by artists Rebecca Doran and Stacy Smith Evans. Parallel Paths presents the unique photographic visions of Doran and Evans as they explore the interconnected…

     Learn More

    two puppeteers with a black cat puppet

    showtimes vary

    When Jennie the cat receives a Halloween card that calls her a scary cat, she feels like she’s been put in a box. Does she have to be scary? Join Jennie as she meets new friends with some spectacular tricks and treats to share, like skateboarding…

     Learn More

    An illustration of a goose and a clock

    showtimes vary

    Not Your Mother’s Goose! is a high-energy, laugh-out-loud romp through Gooseville, where nursery rhymes come to life—and fall apart in the most delightful way! When Hickory the clock-mouse ditches his post, the enchanted Tickety-Tock…

     Learn More

    Abstract artwork of J Jordan Bruns

    11:00am - 5:00pm

    On the second and third floors of the Chautauqua Tower, you'll find Stone Tower Studio: where the boundary of traditional mediums is crossed.

    The Stone Tower Studio presents both traditional and nontraditional mediums including monoprint…

     Learn More

    SilverWorks examples
    SILVERWORKS

    11:00am - 5:00pm

    SilverWorks is the studio of artist-in-residence, Blair Anderson. Blair brings 35 years of smithing experience to Glen Echo Park. Stop in and view her one-of-a-kind jewelry creations.

     Learn More

    Contra dancers

    7:30pm - 11:00pm

    7:30pm: Lesson | 8:00pm - 11:00pm: Social Dance

    Contra dance with occasional squares in the Spanish Ballroom at Glen Echo Park, Glen Echo, MD. Sponsored…

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