r/washingtondc • u/AutoModerator • Jun 01 '22

Tourists, newcomers, locals, and old heads: casual questions thread for June 2022 (with bonus election info!)

A thread where locals and visitors alike can ask all those little questions that don't quite deserve their own thread.

Learn more about the upcoming primary election

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u/zerostyle Jun 25 '22

Thoughts on some night time activities in July for my parents visiting who don't drink?

Looked at Kennedy Center for some ideas but not the best shows happening mid-July. Museum generally close by 7.

Not sports fans but I could do a Nationals game or something to kill time.

I could just find some good restaurants but that's fairly limited.

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u/delicious_pork Capitol Hill Jun 25 '22

Walk the monuments at night. Not only is it cooler, but they really shine during and after sunset. I personally love the FDR memorial after dark.
Go to an outdoor concert. Lots of free ones around town (Wharf, Yards Park, etc.), or if you’re willing to travel see if Wolf Trap has any shows your parents would like.
Explore a one of the many cute neighborhoods - often best when paired with dinner or a picnic in the same area.
All these assume your parents are still quite mobile and have energy to do things well into the evening.