Four-time Grammy winner and trailblazing rapper Missy Elliott began her debut tour on July 7, and will stop at the Capital One Arena in Washington, D.C., on Thursday, Aug. 8. (Courtesy of Ticketmaster)
Four-time Grammy winner and trailblazing rapper Missy Elliott began her debut tour on July 7, and will stop at the Capital One Arena in Washington, D.C., on Thursday, Aug. 8. (Courtesy of Ticketmaster)

There’s always something happening in the DMV to keep your spirit — and social life — lit. Check out the following events taking place in the DMV this weekend.

Thursday, Aug. 8

Missy Elliott: OUT OF THIS WORLD – THE EXPERIENCE

7 p.m. | $59.50+

Capital One Arena, 601 F St NW, Washington, D.C., 20004

Get ready to “put your thing down, flip it and reverse it!” 

After nearly 30 years in the music industry, Missy Elliott will make history on her debut headline tour across North America throughout the summer of 2024, with a stop in Washington, D.C. on Aug. 8. 

African American Film Series – “40 Years a Prisoner”

2 p.m. – 4 p.m. | Free

Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library, 4701 Seminary Rd STE 104, Alexandria, VA 22304

Enjoy a free screening of this 2020 documentary featuring Philadelphia native Tommy Oliver as he follows the efforts of Mike Africa, Jr. to exonerate his parents, members of the revolutionary group MOVE.

Friday, Aug. 9

2024 Black Greek Festival Weekend

5 p.m. – 3 a.m. | Free entry before midnight

The Park at 14th, 920 14th St NW, Washington, D.C., 20005

Calling all Divine Nine in the D.C. area, get ready for the third annual Black Greek Festival Weekend in Washington, D.C. Aug. 9-11 will bring an unforgettable celebration of unity, culture and community. 

Mark your calendars, and expect a weekend of brunch and day parties, community service, networking, and so much more. 

Free entry before midnight on Friday and Saturday. Ticket packages and prices dependent on selection. VIP Weekend Pass is $85. 

Saturday, Aug. 10

#STEAMtheBlock Party DC

Noon – 5 p.m. | Free with registration

Entertainment and Sports Arena, 1100 Oak Drive SE, Washington, D.C., 20032

Look out for an unforgettable experience at the #STEAMtheBlock Party, hosted by talented artist and television personality Chardelle Moore. 

This event promises a dynamic soundstage featuring an incredible lineup of guest artists, including UCB, ENTATY, Uptown XO, Pinky Killacorn, Fly Zyah, and Lemond Brown, aka “MR. IMAG.”

Melba Moore at Blues Alley

7 p.m. | $42

Blues Alley, 1073 Wisconsin Ave NW, Washington, D.C., 20007

Experience the incomparable talent of singer and actress Melba Moore at Blues Alley, where her matchless vocal artistry will captivate audiences. 

Having dazzled Washington, D.C., with her performance in “Roll On” in 2022, Moore now returns to the stage for an unforgettable live show.

Sunday, Aug. 11

Natural Hair Fest

10 a.m. – 6 p.m. | $10

Holiday Inn Washington Capitol, 550 C St SW, Washington, D.C., 20024

The second event of the year in the nation’s capital, Natural Hair Fest is a convention and celebration of natural beauty and proper regimens for hair and scalp maintenance through live product demonstrations, moderated discussions, and special guest appearances. 

Natural Hair Fest DC Metro provides a supportive platform for natural hair, and serves as a multi-channel road show that allows emerging brands to engage new customers by way of physical or virtual connections in 24 distinct markets across the United States. 

Jada Ingleton is a Comcast Digital Equity Local Voices Lab contributing fellow through the Washington Informer. Born and raised in South Florida, she recently graduated from Howard University, where she...

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