Whether virtual or in person, these are the events and activities you should make time for this month.
As of press time, these events were scheduled to take place. As always, it’s important to check online for the latest updates and safety precautions before heading out to any venue.
Revisit your favorite characters and movies with the Smithsonian Associates’ You Must Remember This: Favorite Movies and Their Times class. Join documentary filmmaker and writer Sara Lukinson for a discussion about movies from the ’40s and ’50s and how they relate to the America they reflected or the country they wanted us to imagine. // March 3, noon-1:15 p.m.; $20-$25
Explore the concept of home and shelter at the Give Me Shelter exhibit. With millions of renters around the country facing homelessness, the exhibit focuses on different structures and how we connect to where we live. // March 5-27; Del Ray Artisans Gallery: 2704 Mount Vernon Ave., Alexandria; free
Celebrate Women’s History Month and International Women’s Day with Feisty, Friendly and Fearless: Women of the Lodge. This tour focuses on the women of Rippon Lodge and their lives, accomplishments and the women they raised. // March 6, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.; Rippon Lodge: 15520 Blackburn Road, Woodbridge; $10
Celebrate the legendary career of Virginia native Dave Matthews with The Dave Matthews Band Experience: Crowded Streets. Members of the cover band go to as many live performances as they can and study videos to create the ultimate experience for their fans. // March 6, 8 p.m.; Tally Ho Theater: 19 W. Market St. SW, Leesburg; $20-$30
Lace up your running shoes for a good cause by signing up for the Shift for Good Virtual 5/10K. During the two-day event, runners will have access to training plans, yoga classes and live chats. Runners will also receive a virtual goodie bag, participation ribbon and more. // March 6 & 7; $10-$35
Take your family movie night on the road with the Trolls World Tour Drive-in. Catch the latest installment of the Trolls franchise on the big screen. Food trucks will also be on-site for a delicious pre-movie meal. // March 6, 6 p.m.; Old Mill Park: 2201 Caroline St., Fredericksburg; free
Head to the mountains for the Nomini Bay Oyster Festival. All weekend Dirt Farm Brewing will be serving raw, grilled and specialty oysters that are perfectly paired with one of their beers. // March 6 & 7, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.; Dirt Farm Brewing: 18701 Foggy Bottom Road, Bluemont; free admission
Mount Vernon is welcoming families for its Homeschool Day. Kids will be able to explore the grounds as they learn about how 18th-century goods were made, George Washington’s farm and slavery at the estate. Limited mansion tours will be available. // March 8 & 9, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; George Washington’s Mount Vernon: 3200 Mount Vernon Memorial Highway, Mount Vernon; $12-$14
Celebrate Pi Day with a weekend-long Cutie Pies and Wine Tasting. Treat yourself to four delicious pies and the vineyard’s best wines. Indoor and outdoor seating will be available throughout the weekend. // March 12-14, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.; 868 Estate Vineyards: 14001 Harpers Ferry Road, Purcellville; $24
Enjoy some beautiful acoustic sounds from The Free Flowing Musical Experience at The State Theatre’s outdoor stage. The band combines rock, jazz, blues and more to create their own unique sound. Guests also choose the set list, so make sure you study up before the performance. // March 13, 5 p.m.; The State Theatre: 220 N. Washington St., Falls Church; free
Emmy Award-winning violinist Damien Escobar will be performing at The Birchmere this month. The native New Yorker gained recognition across the globe after his performance with his brother on America’s Got Talent. Since then, the musician has broken out into his solo career and has released four albums. // March 13, 7:30 p.m.; The Birchmere: 3701 Mount Vernon Ave., Alexandria; $65
Throw a living room dance party with the help of The Glow Party. This virtual event allows guests to request songs, sing, dance and play games for a night full of fun. // March 19, 7-9 p.m.; $5 per family
Head over to the Jon Tyler Wiley & His Virginia Choir show for a night of energetic performances and incredible musicianship. Composed of seasoned musicians, the band will release their first EP this year. // March 19, 8 p.m.; Jammin Java: 227 Maple Ave. E., Vienna; $15
Start planning for your next home renovation at the Fredericksburg Spring Home Show. From awnings and decking to sunrooms and tree services, the expo will have vendors to help you with all of your upcoming projects. // March 19-21, times vary; Fredericksburg Expo & Conference Center: 2371 Carl D. Silver Parkway, Fredericksburg; $10
Travel back to the ’50s and ’60s for The Marvelous Wonderettes. This off-Broadway hit includes over 30 well-known songs from the decades. It follows a friend group on prom night as they get ready to follow their dreams then reunites them at their 10-year reunion. // March 24-May 16; Riverside Center for the Performing Arts: 95 Riverside Parkway, Fredericksburg; $55-$60
The Capital Art and Craft Festival is returning to the Dulles Expo Center. Visitors will be able to browse aisles of handcrafted items, including wooden chairs, pendants, baked goods and more. // March 26-28; Dulles Expo Center: 4320 Chantilly Shopping Center, Chantilly; $10-$12
Get ready for Easter at Great Country Farms’ Easter Egg Hunt & Marshmallow Harvest. Grab a bucket and search the area for over 20,000 eggs. After a hard search, go marshmallow picking for a much-needed treat. // March 27 & 28; Great Country Farms: 18780 Foggy Bottom Road, Bluemont; $12-$14
Fleeting Moments by Amanda Outcalt explores the crossover between momentary experiences and social and psychological connections through illustrations. Guests will see peculiar scenes of large mammals, including bears, elephants and walruses, in playful imagery that depicts their personal struggles. // Through April 20; Tephra Institute of Contemporary Art: 12001 Market St., Suite 103, Reston; free
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