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    9am - 5pm, 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

    The Helen Hayes nominated favorite from Ingrid&Mollie returns! When Jennie 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…

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    An illustration of a girl with a cat

    showtimes vary

    What if the darkness is where you shine the brightest? From the acclaimed children’s book by April Genevieve Tucholke, Beatrice Likes the Dark is an imaginative production that blends magic, music, shadow play, and heartfelt storytelling…

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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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    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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    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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    Abstract watercolor painting

    12:00pm - 6:00pm

    The Stone Tower Gallery presents Michèle Colburn: The Contours of Remembrance. In these paintings, the symbolism of flora and color are juxtaposed with the residues of gunpowder, and the process of rendering it inert. Somewhere, in…

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    Lion mosaic

    12:00pm - 6:00pm

    View The Deconstructed Cathedral: A Celebration of Cathedral Arts in the Popcorn Gallery. This exhibition of stone and bronze sculpture, glass art, and mosaics is curated and presented by the Sculpture Studio at Glen Echo Park…

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    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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    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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    Bumper Car Pavilion mural with retro graphic elements on kelly green background

    2:45 - 5:30pm

    Join us for square dancing at Glen Echo Park! We'll start out with a square dance intro lesson for all skill levels from 2:45pm - 3pm. Then, a caller will lead a rousing square dance along with live music! The band will play from 3pm - 5:30pm so…

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    Waltzers in a ballroom
    WALTZ DANCE

    2:45pm - 6:00pm

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

    Waltz Time presents a waltz dance with live music by KAREN COLLINS & THE BACKROADS BAND with Karen Collins (vocals, rhythm guitar), Ira Gitlin (lead guitar,…

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    TANGO/MILONGA

    6:30pm - 11:00pm

    6:30pm: Tango Lesson | 7:30pm: Milonga Lesson | 8:30pm - 11:00pm: Social Dance

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

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

    9am - 5pm, 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 puppeteers with a black cat puppet

    showtimes vary

    The Helen Hayes nominated favorite from Ingrid&Mollie returns! When Jennie 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…

     Learn More

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

    9am - 5pm, 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 puppeteers with a black cat puppet

    showtimes vary

    The Helen Hayes nominated favorite from Ingrid&Mollie returns! When Jennie 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…

     Learn More

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

    9am - 5pm, 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

    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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    DANCE FOR PD®

    2:30pm - 3:45pm

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

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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

    9am - 5pm, 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

    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

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

    9am - 5pm, 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

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

    9am - 5pm, 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

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    9:30am - 10:30am

    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 set to world music. Fun, freeing…

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    Historic image of Civil Rights protests at Glen Echo Park. National Park Service Logo. Text reads: Glen Echo Park Civil Rights and History Tour

    10:00am

    Who led the Civil Rights protests to desegregate Glen Echo Amusement Park in 1960? Which amusement park ride was a focal point of the protests? How did Glen Echo Park become part of the National Park System? Explore Glen Echo Park’s history on…

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    Junior Ranger Program logo

    11:00am

    Have you completed a Clara Barton, Glen Echo Park or Theodore Roosevelt Island junior ranger booklet and would like to be sworn in by a ranger and receive a junior ranger badge? If so, you may meet a park ranger at the Candy Corner Ranger Station…

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

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

     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

    DanceFit Logo

    11:15am - 12:15pm

    Join us for a DanceFit: Line Dancing class with instructor Janee Murray to learn the basics of line dancing while getting in your Saturday morning workout!

    Please bring shoes that have not been worn outside, as street shoes are not…

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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…

     Learn More

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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…

     Learn More

    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…

     Learn More

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

    9am - 5pm, 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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    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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    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

    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

    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

    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

    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

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    BARN DANCE

    1:00pm - 3:00pm 

    Join us at the Barn Dance, presented by Folklore Society of Greater Washington! This free fun-spirited event is suitable for all ages and ability levels. It features live music and a caller who teaches all the dances and keeps…

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    BALLROOM DANCE

    2:45pm - 6:00pm

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

    Beginner lesson in Slow Waltz at 2:45 PM. Music by DJ Broomtime (our volunteers) from 3:30 until 6:00.…

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    TANGO/MILONGA

    6:30pm - 11:00pm

    6:30pm: Tango Lesson | 7:30pm: Milonga Lesson | 8:30pm - 11:00pm: Social Dance

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

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

    9am - 5pm, 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

    9am - 5pm, 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

    Abstract artwork of J Jordan Bruns
    STONE TOWER STUDIO

    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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    DANCE FOR PD®

    2:30pm - 3:45pm

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

     Learn More

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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…

     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

    Abstract artwork of J Jordan Bruns
    STONE TOWER STUDIO

    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

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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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    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

    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
    STONE TOWER STUDIO

    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 dance
    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…

     Learn More

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    BALBOA

    8:30pm - 11:30pm

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

    Dabe and Janelle’s popular monthly Friday night Balboa dance series continues, presented by Gottaswing! You’ll find this casual and friendly…

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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

    DanceFit Logo

    9:30am - 10:30am

    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 set to world music. Fun, freeing…

     Learn More

    Historic image of the Glen Echo Park Trolley Line. Text reads National Parks Along the Potomac.

    9:30am - 12:00pm

    What: Four Mile Ranger Guided History Hike from the Carousel in Glen Echo Park to the C&O Canal National Historical Park, Union Arch Bridge and the Clara Barton NHS

    When: 9:30am

    …

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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.

    …

     Learn More

    A ceramic plate by artist Christine Goh
    GLEN ECHO POTTERY

    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

    Abstract artwork of J Jordan Bruns
    STONE TOWER STUDIO

    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

    DanceFit Logo

    11:15am - 12:15pm

    Join us for a DanceFit: Line Dancing class with instructor Janee Murray to learn the basics of line dancing while getting in your Saturday morning workout!

    Please bring shoes that have not been worn outside, as street shoes are not…

     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

    Holiday Art Show & Sale text on a blue gradient background with snowflakes. An image of a blue vase sits at the bottom.

    Gallery Hours Vary

    With so many unique gifts, the Holiday Art Show & Sale is a great place to shop for everyone on your holiday list! The show features the Park's resident artists and instructors, as well as other invited guests with works in:

    …

     Learn More

    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…

     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

    Man and woman performing Vienesse Waltz

    2:30pm - 5:00pm

    2:30pm - 2:45pm Social dance warmup | 2:45pm - 4:15pm Lesson |  4:15pm - 5:00pm Supervised, Assisted Viennese Waltz Dancing 

    Learn basics of social Viennese Waltz in this workshop with Todd and Migle of DanceSport Endurance …

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    An illustration of a carousel lit up at night on a light purple background

    6:00pm

    Gather at the Park with family & friends as we Light Up the Carousel with NBC4's Tommy McFly! Enjoy a hot apple cider as we flip the light switch to kick off our Light Up the Holidays season of holiday events and end-of-year giving. Plus, we'…

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    BALLROOM DANCE

    7:00pm - 11:00pm

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

    Ballroom Time’s Fourth Annual FALL BALL: Following a beginner lesson in Foxtrot at 7:00 pm, the 20-musician Unforgettable Big Band from York,…

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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

    A ceramic plate by artist Christine Goh
    GLEN ECHO POTTERY

    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

    Abstract artwork of J Jordan Bruns
    STONE TOWER STUDIO

    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

    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

    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

    Holiday Art Show & Sale text on a blue gradient background with snowflakes. An image of a blue vase sits at the bottom.

    Gallery Hours Vary

    With so many unique gifts, the Holiday Art Show & Sale is a great place to shop for everyone on your holiday list! The show features the Park's resident artists and instructors, as well as other invited guests with works in:

    …

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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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    1:00pm -  4:00pm

    In collaboration with Dancing by the Bayou, the Partnership presents a Cajun dance to live music from Dennis Stroughmatt et L'Esprit Creole. Led by its ambassador Dennis Stroughmatt, L'Esprit Creole brings you the sights, stories and sounds of…

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    2:00pm - 5:00pm

    Set in the historic Glen Echo Park and co-presented by EducArte and Glen Echo Park Partnership for Arts & Culture, Sarau de Samba…

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    WALTZ DANCE

    2:45pm - 6:00pm

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

    Waltz Time presents a waltz dance with live music by LARRY UNGER AND FRIENDS with Larry Unger (guitar, banjo), Elke Baker (fiddle), Ralph Gordon (bass).

    …

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    TANGO/MILONGA

    6:30pm - 11:00pm

    6:30pm: Tango Lesson | 7:30pm: Milonga Lesson | 8:30pm - 11:00pm: Social Dance

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

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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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    Gallery Hours Vary

    With so many unique gifts, the Holiday Art Show & Sale is a great place to shop for everyone on your holiday list! The show features the Park's resident artists and instructors, as well as other invited guests with works in:

    …

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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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    Gallery Hours Vary

    With so many unique gifts, the Holiday Art Show & Sale is a great place to shop for everyone on your holiday list! The show features the Park's resident artists and instructors, as well as other invited guests with works in:

    …

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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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    STONE TOWER STUDIO

    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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    Gallery Hours Vary

    With so many unique gifts, the Holiday Art Show & Sale is a great place to shop for everyone on your holiday list! The show features the Park's resident artists and instructors, as well as other invited guests with works in:

    …

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    DANCE FOR PD®

    2:30pm - 3:45pm

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

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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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    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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    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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    STONE TOWER STUDIO

    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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    Gallery Hours Vary

    With so many unique gifts, the Holiday Art Show & Sale is a great place to shop for everyone on your holiday list! The show features the Park's resident artists and instructors, as well as other invited guests with works in:

    …

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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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    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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    STONE TOWER STUDIO

    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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    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

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    Gallery Hours Vary

    With so many unique gifts, the Holiday Art Show & Sale is a great place to shop for everyone on your holiday list! The show features the Park's resident artists and instructors, as well as other invited guests with works in:

    …

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    LATIN DANCE

    7:30pm - 12:30am

    7:30pm - 8:15pm: Salsa Lesson | 8:15pm - 9:00pm: Bachata Lesson | 9:00pm - 12:30am: Social Dance

    Música Latin Dance Social is a social dance focusing on salsa and bachata. Two lessons are offered by…

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    Stardust Slow Balboa Weekend

    Nov 20th at 7:30pm - Nov 22nd at 10:00pm

     

     

    Join us for a full weekend of swing dancing, filled with classes, evening social dances, and competitions. The event is focused on Slow Balboa dancing (a type of swing…

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    CONTRA DANCE

    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 need more dancing in your life! There’s a caller like in square dance, telling you the moves, and every dance is taught…

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    8:00pm: Lesson | 9:00pm - 12:00am: Social Dance | 12:00am - 2:30am DJed Danc

    Join us for a Swing Dance with Craig Gildner’s All-Stars.  This dance is part of the Stardust Slow Balboa Weekend event, BUT…

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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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    9:30am - 10:30am

    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 set to world music. Fun, freeing…

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    DIGITAL DIALOGUE

    10:00am - 12:00pm

    Digital Dialogue is a free, monthly, 2-hour get-together for photographers who are interested in discussing a wide variety of topics specific to digital photography. This is not a class or workshop, but rather a time when you can come and ask…

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    FROSTY THE SNOWMAN

    showtimes vary

    Do you want to build a snow man? How about watching him spring to life in front of you for one day of adventures before he melts away? In this merry wintertime romp, chock-full of chuckles and comic antics, Frosty gallops into the hearts of kids…

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    Abstract artwork of J Jordan Bruns
    STONE TOWER STUDIO

    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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    GLEN ECHO POTTERY

    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

    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 - 12:15pm

    Join us for a DanceFit: Line Dancing class with instructor Janee Murray to learn the basics of line dancing while getting in your Saturday morning workout!

    Please bring shoes that have not been worn outside, as street shoes are not…

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    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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    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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    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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    Scott Silbert Big Band

    8:00pm: Lesson | 9:00pm - 12:00am: Social Dance | 12:00am - 3:00am DJed Dance

     

    Join us for a Swing Dance with Scott Silbert’s Big Band.  This…

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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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    FROSTY THE SNOWMAN

    showtimes vary

    Do you want to build a snow man? How about watching him spring to life in front of you for one day of adventures before he melts away? In this merry wintertime romp, chock-full of chuckles and comic antics, Frosty gallops into the hearts of kids…

     Learn More

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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.

    …

     Learn More

    Abstract artwork of J Jordan Bruns
    STONE TOWER STUDIO

    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
    GLEN ECHO POTTERY

    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

    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

    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

    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

    Holiday Art Show & Sale text on a blue gradient background with snowflakes. An image of a blue vase sits at the bottom.

    Gallery Hours Vary

    With so many unique gifts, the Holiday Art Show & Sale is a great place to shop for everyone on your holiday list! The show features the Park's resident artists and instructors, as well as other invited guests with works in:

    …

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    CONTRA DANCE

    2:30pm - 6:00pm

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

    Join us for a Sunday afternoon Contra Dance at Glen Echo Park presented by Dancing Planet!

    Will Mentor calling with Stomp Rocket (Dave…

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    TANGO/MILONGA

    6:30pm - 11:00pm

    6:30pm: Tango Lesson | 7:30pm: Milonga Lesson | 8:30pm - 11:00pm: Social Dance

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

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    7:00pm - 10:00pm: DJed Social Dance 

     

    Join us for a DJed swing dance!  Dancers from all over the…

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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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    Gallery Hours Vary

    With so many unique gifts, the Holiday Art Show & Sale is a great place to shop for everyone on your holiday list! The show features the Park's resident artists and instructors, as well as other invited guests with works in:

    …

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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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    FROSTY THE SNOWMAN

    showtimes vary

    Do you want to build a snow man? How about watching him spring to life in front of you for one day of adventures before he melts away? In this merry wintertime romp, chock-full of chuckles and comic antics, Frosty gallops into the hearts of kids…

     Learn More

    Holiday Art Show & Sale text on a blue gradient background with snowflakes. An image of a blue vase sits at the bottom.

    Gallery Hours Vary

    With so many unique gifts, the Holiday Art Show & Sale is a great place to shop for everyone on your holiday list! The show features the Park's resident artists and instructors, as well as other invited guests with works in:

    …

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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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    FROSTY THE SNOWMAN

    showtimes vary

    Do you want to build a snow man? How about watching him spring to life in front of you for one day of adventures before he melts away? In this merry wintertime romp, chock-full of chuckles and comic antics, Frosty gallops into the hearts of kids…

     Learn More

    Abstract artwork of J Jordan Bruns
    STONE TOWER STUDIO

    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

    Holiday Art Show & Sale text on a blue gradient background with snowflakes. An image of a blue vase sits at the bottom.

    Gallery Hours Vary

    With so many unique gifts, the Holiday Art Show & Sale is a great place to shop for everyone on your holiday list! The show features the Park's resident artists and instructors, as well as other invited guests with works in:

    …

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    DANCE FOR PD®

    2:30pm - 3:45pm

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

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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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    Abstract artwork of J Jordan Bruns
    STONE TOWER STUDIO

    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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    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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    CANCELLED TODAY- CAPITAL BLUES DANCE
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    November 26, 2026

    8:00pm - 11:30pm

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

    Capital Blues's weekly blue dance will not take place this Thursday, but join Capital Blues most Thursdays for the best…

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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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    Abstract artwork of J Jordan Bruns
    STONE TOWER STUDIO

    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

    Holiday Art Show & Sale text on a blue gradient background with snowflakes. An image of a blue vase sits at the bottom.

    Gallery Hours Vary

    With so many unique gifts, the Holiday Art Show & Sale is a great place to shop for everyone on your holiday list! The show features the Park's resident artists and instructors, as well as other invited guests with works in:

    …

     Learn More

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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…

     Learn More

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    DISTRICT ZOUK

    7:30pm - 1:00am

    7:30pm Lambada Practica | 8:30-9:30pm Lesson | 9:30pm - 1:00am Social Dance

    Join us for a Brazilian Zouk Social at Glen Echo in the Spanish Ballroom Back Room. This Brazilian dance has been growing in popularity in the US…

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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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    FROSTY THE SNOWMAN

    showtimes vary

    Do you want to build a snow man? How about watching him spring to life in front of you for one day of adventures before he melts away? In this merry wintertime romp, chock-full of chuckles and comic antics, Frosty gallops into the hearts of kids…

     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
    STONE TOWER STUDIO

    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
    GLEN ECHO POTTERY

    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

    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…

     Learn More

    Holiday Art Show & Sale text on a blue gradient background with snowflakes. An image of a blue vase sits at the bottom.

    Gallery Hours Vary

    With so many unique gifts, the Holiday Art Show & Sale is a great place to shop for everyone on your holiday list! The show features the Park's resident artists and instructors, as well as other invited guests with works in:

    …

     Learn More

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    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

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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…

     Learn More

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    SHOP ARTS SATURDAY

    12:00pm - 6:00pm

    Get a head start on your holiday shopping list AND support artists in your community at Shop Arts Saturday! Don't forget individual artists and galleries are small businesses too! On Small Business Saturday this year, stop by the Park to support…

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    BALLROOM WORKSHOP

    2:30pm - 5:30pm

    Ballroom Time presents a multi-level Ballroom Dance Workshop in the Ballroom Backroom on Saturday afternoon, November 28, 2026 from 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm followed by one…

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    6:30pm - 10:30pm

    WEST COAST SWING · 6:30pm – 10:30pm

    6:30pm: Leveled Practice | 7:30pm – 10:30pm:…

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    SWING DANCE

    8:00pm - 11:30pm

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

    Join Gottaswing for a fun and friendly swing dance featuring SETH KIBEL BAND with special guests DARYL DAVIS and MITCH WOODS. Another ton-of-fun night you…

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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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    FROSTY THE SNOWMAN

    showtimes vary

    Do you want to build a snow man? How about watching him spring to life in front of you for one day of adventures before he melts away? In this merry wintertime romp, chock-full of chuckles and comic antics, Frosty gallops into the hearts of kids…

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    Abstract artwork of J Jordan Bruns
    STONE TOWER STUDIO

    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
    GLEN ECHO POTTERY

    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

    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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    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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    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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    Gallery Hours Vary

    With so many unique gifts, the Holiday Art Show & Sale is a great place to shop for everyone on your holiday list! The show features the Park's resident artists and instructors, as well as other invited guests with works in:

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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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    WALTZ DANCE

    2:45pm - 6:00pm

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

    Waltz Time presents a waltz dance with live music by WALTZ SISTERS with Tina Chancey (fiddle), Paul Oorts (accordion, mandolin), Liz Donaldson (…

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    TANGO/MILONGA

    6:30pm - 11:00pm

    6:30pm: Tango Lesson | 7:30pm: Milonga Lesson | 8:30pm - 11:00pm: Social Dance

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

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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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    Holiday Art Show & Sale text on a blue gradient background with snowflakes. An image of a blue vase sits at the bottom.

    Gallery Hours Vary

    With so many unique gifts, the Holiday Art Show & Sale is a great place to shop for everyone on your holiday list! The show features the Park's resident artists and instructors, as well as other invited guests with works in:

    …

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