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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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    An abstract painting

    10:00am - 6:00pm

    Sound of Line is a 2D show about artist Bryan Jernigan’s life and experiences coming from a rural place originally, but living in an urban area for 35 years. He has lived all the way around the beltway and within it, and in that time, he…

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    Illustrations of animals

    showtimes vary

    Aesop’s Fables is a vibrant, theatrical adventure that brings timeless tales to life with wit, warmth, and whimsy. Adapted by acclaimed playwright Mike Kenny, this fast-paced production features a lovable troupe of traveling storytellers…

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    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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    CONTRA DANCE

    7:30pm - 11:00pm

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

    Join Friday Night Dancers at a Contra Dance! Contra is a fun and easy dance, and darn it, you…

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    April 24, 8:00 PM – 12:00 AM

    Beginner Swing Lesson: 8:00 PM | Social Dancing: 9:00 PM – 12:00 AM

    Part of the 23rd annual Washington, D.C. Lindy Exchange – DCLX 2026: Shout and Feel It!

    We’re starting the weekend strong! Dance to the Craig Gildner Big Band in the Glen Echo Spanish Ballroom…

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    April 25, 12:30 AM – 4:00 AM

    Backroom: 12:30 AM – 3:30 AM | Spanish Ballroom: 1:00 AM – 4:00 AM

    Part of the 23rd annual Washington, D.C. Lindy Exchange – DCLX 2026: Shout and Feel It!

    This late night dance features two live bands! In the slow room (Backroom) will be Chelsea Reed and the…

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    VOLUNTEER DAY

    9:00am - 12:00pm

    Help with some spring cleaning around Glen Echo Park on our first annual Volunteer Day! Volunteers will help with landscaping, removing invasive species, and cleaning tables and chairs as we get ready for the carousel season. All volunteers will…

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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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    Brunette woman facing a goat puppet.

    10:00pm - 10:30pm

    Penny Russell is one of the Puppet Co.'s favorite Teaching Artists and we're so glad to have her share some great stories with our Tiny Tots audiences!

    Penny Russell (she/hers) is a Puppeteer, Musician, and Teaching Artist based in…

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    An abstract painting

    10:00am - 6:00pm

    Sound of Line is a 2D show about artist Bryan Jernigan’s life and experiences coming from a rural place originally, but living in an urban area for 35 years. He has lived all the way around the beltway and within it, and in that time, he…

     Learn More

    Illustrations of animals

    First showing: 11 am

    Aesop’s Fables is a vibrant, theatrical adventure that brings timeless tales to life with wit, warmth, and whimsy. Adapted by acclaimed playwright Mike Kenny, this fast-paced production features a lovable troupe of traveling storytellers…

     Learn More

    Illustrations of animals

    First showing: 11 am

    Aesop’s Fables is a vibrant, theatrical adventure that brings timeless tales to life with wit, warmth, and whimsy. Adapted by acclaimed playwright Mike Kenny, this fast-paced production features a lovable troupe of traveling storytellers…

     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. Open Saturdays & Sundays, 11am - 4pm, April - December. 

    ​Glen Echo Pottery was founded by Jeff Kirk, who has been the Artistic Director,…

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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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    11:15am to 12:15pm

    Experience the JOY of dance through Shake Your Soul!

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

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

    12:00pm - 8:00pm

    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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    PHOTOWORKS

    12:00pm - 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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    Sculpture with candy

    12:00pm - 6:00pm

    180 – 300 features exuberant, candy-inspired paintings and sculptures influenced by the artist Nicole Maloof Twomey’s experience living with an autoimmune disease. Accumulation, collection, and medical waste play roles in each piece,…

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    Example of Art Glass

    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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    Landscape painting

    12:00pm - 6:00pm

    The Popcorn Gallery presents the 2026 Yellow Barn Studio Instructors Exhibition, showcasing the exceptional work of instructors from Glen Echo Park’s primary painting and drawing residency, the Yellow Barn Studio & Gallery. The…

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    Illustrations of animals

    Second showing: 2 pm

    Aesop’s Fables is a vibrant, theatrical adventure that brings timeless tales to life with wit, warmth, and whimsy. Adapted by acclaimed playwright Mike Kenny, this fast-paced production features a lovable troupe of traveling storytellers…

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    Reginald W Kapteyn, DO

    4:00pm - 5:30pm Workshop and 5:30pm - 6:00pm: Open practice session with instructor

    Welcome to the Beginner NIGHTCLUB TWO STEP workshop! You will learn a small, easy, and fun routine with repeatable steps!

    1.5 hour workshop with instructor Reginald Kapteyn plus a 30 minute open practice at the end of the session.

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    4:00pm - 6:00pm

    Photoworks is proud to announce their 2026 Juried Show AWAKENING, a celebration of Spring and renewal. An opening reception and gallery talk will take place Saturday, April 25, 4:00pm - 6:00pm​​

    Juror: Sarah Hood Salomon

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    7:00pm: Two Step dance Lesson | 8:00pm - 10:30pm: 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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    April 25, 8:00 PM – 1:00 AM

    Beginner Swing Lesson: 8:00 PM | Social Dancing: 9:00 PM – 1:00 AM

    Part of the 23rd annual Washington, D.C. Lindy Exchange – DCLX 2026: Shout and Feel It!

    This Saturday night band features Scott Silbert’s Biggest Big Band. Scott Silbert took his big band and…

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    April 26, 1:05 AM – 4:30 AM

    Backroom: 1:05 AM – 4:00 AM | Spanish Ballroom: 1:30 AM – 4:30 AM

    Part of the 23rd annual Washington, D.C. Lindy Exchange – DCLX 2026: Shout and Feel It!

    This late night dance features two live bands playing in two separate rooms! In the slow room (Backroom)…

     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,…

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    Two women posing with puppets, one black cat and one fox.

    10:00pm - 10:30pm

    Ingrid and Mollie programs feature soft hand puppets and original music, along with plenty of chances for the audience to sing and dance along!

    Starring:
    Ingrid Bork
    Mollie Greenberg

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    Illustrations of animals

    First showing: 11 am

    Aesop’s Fables is a vibrant, theatrical adventure that brings timeless tales to life with wit, warmth, and whimsy. Adapted by acclaimed playwright Mike Kenny, this fast-paced production features a lovable troupe of traveling storytellers…

     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. Open Saturdays & Sundays, 11am - 4pm, April - December. 

    ​Glen Echo Pottery was founded by Jeff Kirk, who has been the Artistic Director,…

     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

    Sculpture with candy

    12:00pm - 6:00pm

    180 – 300 features exuberant, candy-inspired paintings and sculptures influenced by the artist Nicole Maloof Twomey’s experience living with an autoimmune disease. Accumulation, collection, and medical waste play roles in each piece,…

     Learn More

    Example of Art Glass

    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

    Landscape painting

    12:00pm - 6:00pm

    The Popcorn Gallery presents the 2026 Yellow Barn Studio Instructors Exhibition, showcasing the exceptional work of instructors from Glen Echo Park’s primary painting and drawing residency, the Yellow Barn Studio & Gallery. The…

     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

    Man using a camera
    PHOTOWORKS

    12:00pm - 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

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    April 26, 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM

    DJ hour: 1:00 PM | Jam Band: 2:00 – 5:00 PM | DJ Soul Power Hour: 5:00 – 6:00 PM

    Part of the 23rd annual Washington, D.C. Lindy Exchange – DCLX 2026: Shout and Feel It!

    With DJs and live music by Jon Tigert’s Hangover Jam Band.

    DCLX is a…

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    Illustrations of animals

    Second showing: 2 pm

    Aesop’s Fables is a vibrant, theatrical adventure that brings timeless tales to life with wit, warmth, and whimsy. Adapted by acclaimed playwright Mike Kenny, this fast-paced production features a lovable troupe of traveling storytellers…

     Learn More

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    2:00pm - 5:00pm

    ** Due to high demand, ticket sales at the door will be extremely limited for this event. Once the event has reached capacity, only customers who have pre-purchased tickets will be allowed entry. **

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    2:45pm - 6:00pm

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

    Ballroom Time presents a ballroom dance on Sunday afternoon.  A beginner lesson in Viennese Waltz will take place at 2:45pm,…

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    Tango Brillante

    6:30pm - 11:30pm

    Tango Brillante's weekly tango dance will not take place this Sunday.

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    April 26, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM

    Part of the 23rd annual Washington, D.C. Lindy Exchange – DCLX 2026: Shout and Feel It!

    Live music with Gordon Webster Band

    DCLX is a weekend-long Lindy…

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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

    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

    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

    Illustrations of animals

    Weekday daytime show: 11 am

    Aesop’s Fables is a vibrant, theatrical adventure that brings timeless tales to life with wit, warmth, and whimsy. Adapted by acclaimed playwright Mike Kenny, this fast-paced production features a lovable troupe of traveling storytellers…

     Learn More

    Illustrations of animals

    Weekday daytime show: 11 am

    Aesop’s Fables is a vibrant, theatrical adventure that brings timeless tales to life with wit, warmth, and whimsy. Adapted by acclaimed playwright Mike Kenny, this fast-paced production features a lovable troupe of traveling storytellers…

     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 dancer in a chair with arms outstretched

    2:30pm - 3:45pm

    In partnership with Dance for PD (Parkinson's Disease), the Glen Echo Park Partnership presents a pilot Dance for PD® class series at Glen Echo Park. Classes are FREE for participants, care partners, and family members thanks to the support of…

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    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

    Illustrations of animals

    Weekday daytime show: 11 am

    Aesop’s Fables is a vibrant, theatrical adventure that brings timeless tales to life with wit, warmth, and whimsy. Adapted by acclaimed playwright Mike Kenny, this fast-paced production features a lovable troupe of traveling storytellers…

     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

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    BLUES DANCE

    8:15pm - 11:30pm

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

    On Thursday nights dancers converge upon the Ballroom Back Room at Glen Echo Park for the best in DJ’ed Blues dances in the Washington, D.C. area: a Blues Dance with…

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