Week of Events
Sunday, August 23, 2026
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August 23, 2026 -Potomac Ecology by Kayak
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August 23, 2026 -Invasive Plant Removal at 630 East
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August 23, 2026 -Ecology Walk on Kingman Island
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August 23, 2026 -Wildflower Walk at Locust Grove
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August 23, 2026 -Junior Ranger Day
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August 23, 2026 -Sound Mapping at Rock Creek Park
Potomac Ecology by Kayak
(DC) (National Park Service) Join a Park Ranger for a relaxed 1.5-hour relaxed kayak tour just north of the Georgetown Waterfront Discover hidden stories of the Potomac River Explore the river's unique ecology Keep an eye out for turtles, herons, and maybe even a bald eagle Whether you're a history buff, nature lover, or just in it for the views, this is your chance to see the city from ...
Invasive Plant Removal at 630 East
(DC) (Rock Creek Conservancy) Join Rock Creek Conservancy and Weed Warrior leader Rena Subotnik or this invasive plant removal restoration event in Rock Creek Park. Invasive plants are a major threat to our fragile forests, and stopping their spread helps allow native plants to thrive in the understory. Event location, directions, and information will be sent from the event leader ...
Ecology Walk on Kingman Island
(DC) (DC Master Naturalists) Enjoy a walking tour and learn about forest and wetland ecology and other aspects of Kingman and Heritage Islands with DC Master Naturalists and the Kingman Rangers.
Wildflower Walk at Locust Grove
(MD) (Montgomery Parks) Fall is a rainbow of wildflowers, from goldenrods to asters in every shade of purple. Take a leisurely stroll through the park with our Master Naturalists who will interpret this last spectacular show of color before the changing of the seasons. Now a three part series, you may join us for one class or sign up for ...
Junior Ranger Day
(DC) (National Parks Service) Join the National Park Service at Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens for Junior Ranger Day! The event will be filled with fun activities and hands on Junior Ranger activities that explore the garden in honor of National Park Week and Junior Ranger Day.
Sound Mapping at Rock Creek Park
(DC) (National Park Service) Slow down and experience the park in a whole new way! In this fun, hands-on activity for kids and adults, participants will create a sound map by using their sense of hearing to explore the natural world. Listen for birds, insects, rustling leaves, flowing water, and other sounds that reveal what's happening around you. By focusing on listening ...
Monday, August 24, 2026
No events on this day.
Tuesday, August 25, 2026
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August 25, 2026 -Rachel Carson’s Wonder, Wisdom, and Local legacy (Virtual)
Rachel Carson’s Wonder, Wisdom, and Local legacy (Virtual)
(MD) (Maryland Native Plant Society) Rachel Carson was a world-renowned writer and biologist who is considered by many as the mother of the modern environmental movement. She lived her adult life in Maryland, first as a graduate student at Johns Hopkins and then moving to Montgomery County for closer proximity to her civil service work in College Park and Washington, ...
Wednesday, August 26, 2026
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August 26, 2026 -Urban Foraging, Cider Tasting and Cyanotype Printing
Urban Foraging, Cider Tasting and Cyanotype Printing
(DC) Join forager, author and instructor April Thompson at ANXO, DC’s award-winning cidery, for a workshop blending urban foraging, botanical art and cider tasting. Begin with an introduction to foraging, then explore Brightwood on a short walk to discover edible plants growing in unexpected places. April will share tips for identifying, preparing and using your finds. Enjoy a welcome pour ...
Thursday, August 27, 2026
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August 27, 2026 -The Butterfly Experience
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August 27, 2026 -Exhibit: The Viewing Stone
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August 27, 2026 -Late Roses and Wildflowers of Bon Air
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August 27, 2026 -Youth Mountain Bike Ride
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August 27, 2026 -Anacostia River Discovery Boat Tour
The Butterfly Experience
(MD) (Montgomery Parks) A world of wonder takes flight as Montgomery Parks’ popular Butterfly Experience returns to Brookside Gardens. Visitors will be surrounded by hundreds of brilliant butterflies from the Americas, Africa, and Asia as they flutter among vibrant, lush tropical blooms. This intimate experience offers rare, up-close encounters while trained staff and volunteers highlight the stages of metamorphosis, the ...
Exhibit: The Viewing Stone
(DC) (US National Arboretum) Viewing stone lovers find inspiration in the traditional stones found and displayed in China and Japan. These small natural objects encourage contemplation of larger landscape scenes, objects in nature, and abstract images. Challenge your imagination by comparing the variety of stones on view in this exhibition. Members of the Potomac Viewing Stone Group, a regional organization ...
Late Roses and Wildflowers of Bon Air
(VA) (Arlington Parks) Late summer is a great time to explore wildflowers and garden flowers in our park. Come see what a summer of sunshine and rainstorms has produced. Learn about the history of Bon Air Park and its flowers. Teens 16+ welcome to attend with a registered adult.
Youth Mountain Bike Ride
(MD) (Montgomery Parks) This is a no rider left behind group ride – think “party pace. ”There will likely be some “session-ing” and skills instruction along the way. This is a perfect way to meet other riders and build skills on your bike. We have a limited number of bikes and helmets available free of charge in case you don’t ...
Anacostia River Discovery Boat Tour
(MD) (Anacostia Watershed Society) Join the Anacostia Watershed Society for a 1-hour Anacostia River boat tour to explore the ecological and historical changes that have occurred in the river and in the communities around the river. We will have the opportunity to witness some of the restoration of river habitats and how it has caused the rebound of the wildlife.
Friday, August 28, 2026
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August 28, 2026 -Sturgeon Full Moon
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August 28, 2026 -Capital Area Natural Resource Management Symposium
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August 28, 2026 -Ranger Tour at Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens
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August 28, 2026 -Hidden History of the Georgetown Waterfront
Sturgeon Full Moon
August’s full Moon will crest on Friday, August 28, reaching peak illumination at 12:18 am. The full Moon names used by The Old Farmer’s Almanac have different origins, including Native American, Colonial American, and European sources. Traditionally, each full Moon name was applied to the entire lunar month in which it occurred. The name Sturgeon Moon comes from the giant lake and ...
Capital Area Natural Resource Management Symposium
(DC) (Reservoir Center) Join local natural resource managers and environmental professionals for this annual meeting to share and meet others in the region with similar scopes of work. During the day there will be a series of attendee-submitted talks focused on local natural resource management restoration projects, socioecological work, and applied policy.
Ranger Tour at Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens
(DC) (National Park Service) Join a Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens Ranger for a talk about the park! The talk will cover the history of the park, the waterlillies and lotuses that are grown in the ponds, and the importance of the marshes that are connected to the ponds. Meet the ranger in front of the visitor center where the talk will ...
Hidden History of the Georgetown Waterfront
(DC) (National Park Service) Join us for a ranger-led program that dives deep into the fascinating story of the Georgetown Waterfront. Explore how this vibrant area has transformed over the centuries, shaping the heart of the city as we know it today. Bring your curiosity and get ready to experience history with views of the Potomac as your backdrop. This is ...
Saturday, August 29, 2026
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August 29, 2026 -Weed Warrior Workday at Sligo Creek
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August 29, 2026 -Exhibit: America’s State Flowers
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August 29, 2026 -Invasive Plant Removal at Piney Branch
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August 29, 2026 -Underground Railroad Guided Hike
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August 29, 2026 -Late Skate at Anacostia Park
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August 29, 2026 -Nocturnal Animals Campfire
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August 29, 2026 -Ranger Tour at Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens
Weed Warrior Workday at Sligo Creek
(MD) (Montgomery Parks) Join Montgomery Parks & Friends of Sligo Creek at a volunteer park cleanup & weed warrior workday! Help beautify your community green spaces and save the trees! Ages 16 +
Exhibit: America’s State Flowers
(DC) (US Botanic Garden) In celebration of America’s 250th anniversary, the U.S. Botanic Garden will bloom with the flowers each U.S. state and territory has chosen as their official flower. Explore the display throughout the Garden that will showcase the state and territory flowers with living plants, artistic displays, botanical illustrations, and herbarium specimens. Associated educational programs will be offered throughout ...
Invasive Plant Removal at Piney Branch
(DC) (Rock Creek Conservancy) Join Rock Creek Conservancy, the National Park Service, and Weed Warrior Leader, Keith Krosinsky for this invasive plant removal restoration event in Rock Creek Park. Invasive plants are a major threat to our fragile forests, and stopping their spread helps allow native plants to thrive in the understory.
Underground Railroad Guided Hike
(MD) (Montgomery Parks) Learn about the experience of 19th century freedom seekers and Montgomery County residents in a guided hike of the Underground Railroad Experience Trail. Discover techniques used for navigation, eluding detection, and finding food/shelter on the perilous journey. Hike covers 2 miles on a natural surface hiking trail. Ages 7 +
Late Skate at Anacostia Park
(DC) (Friends of Anacostia Park) Come get your skate on! Join Friends of Anacostia Park, the National Park Service, and our community partners for a day of music, recreation and kinship in DC's most storied skating venue.
Nocturnal Animals Campfire
(VA) (Arlington Parks) The whole family is invited to join us at the Long Branch or Gulf Branch fire ring for lots of old-fashioned fun. This engaging program will be filled with entertaining activities that may include stories, special animal guests, games, songs and of course, S’mores! (We will provide the marshmallows, chocolate & graham crackers).
Ranger Tour at Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens
(DC) (National Park Service) Join a Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens Ranger for a talk about the park! The talk will cover the history of the park, the waterlillies and lotuses that are grown in the ponds, and the importance of the marshes that are connected to the ponds. Meet the ranger in front of the visitor center where the talk will ...