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Don your fanciest hat for these Kentucky Derby events around DC
If you want an excuse to dress to the nines, break out an ostentatious hat, and sip a mint julep, you’re in luck: The Kentucky Derby is this Saturday. Here are some watch parties and other ways to celebrate around D.C.
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Embassy of Trinidad and Tobago gives preview before open house
Take a trip to the Caribbean during Saturday’s embassy open house. News4’s Tommy McFly has a preview.
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How exactly DO you farm an oyster?
The Scene’s Tommy McFly finds out from Southern Maryland oyster farmer Patrick Hudson.
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La Grande Boucherie opens in long-vacant bank building in downtown DC
If you’ve walked along 14th Street in downtown D.C. anytime since 1990, you’ve seen a vacant, historic bank. The bank building at 14th and G streets now has new life – and it’s delicious. The new French restaurant La Grande Boucherie opened in the long-vacant bank building. The Scene got a First on 4 grand tour and a history...
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Georgetown House Tour returns for 91st year this weekend
This Saturday, people can walk through homes in the iconic Georgetown neighborhood with a self-guided tour. Tommy McFly has an exclusive preview.
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Wizards star Kyle Kuzma opens restaurant in Virginia
Washington Wizards forward Kyle Kuzma is about to open his first restaurant in Gainesville, Virginia. News4’s Tommy McFly has a preview.
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‘Beauty with a cause': Dutch Tulip Days blooms at Netherlands ambassador's DC residence
The Netherlands ambassador said the 2024 event will highlight more than the beauty of tulips.
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Public voting opens for 2024 RAMMY Awards
News4 hosts public voting for the 2024 RAMMY Awards. Tommy McFly presents the five categories you can vote in and the nominations.
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Jazz in the Garden 2024 to include zydeco, a Juneteenth celebration and horn-heavy funk: Here's how to get tickets
The summer concert series returns to D.C. in May.
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2024 RAMMY Awards: Vote for your favorite bar, brunch, sandwich and more
Which D.C. restaurant has the best brunch? Whose sandwich is a must-have? D.C. area foodies get to vote for their favorites for the Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington’s 2024 RAMMY awards. Cast ballots for your favorite spots in five categories: best bar, favorite gathering place, favorite fast bites, best brunch and hottest sandwich spot. You can vote (once per category)...
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Partial solar eclipse dazzles DC area
Thousands of people in the Washington, D.C., area are expected to step outside Monday for a glimpse of a last-in-a-generation solar eclipse.
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Where to watch the 2024 solar eclipse around the DMV
If you don’t want to watch the solar eclipse from your home or outside your office, there are plenty of events around the DMV to celebrate the spectacular space event. News4’s Tommy McFly reports.
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Rick James' daughter, playwright talk about ‘Super Freak' play at National Theatre
“Super Freak: The Rick James Story” is being performed at The National Theatre. James’ daughter, Ty James, and playwright Je’Caryous Johnson told News4’s Tony Perkins what theatergoers can expect. “There was more to him than sex, drugs and rock ‘n’ roll, and I felt like his legacy was being reduced to just that,” Johnson said.
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DC nonprofit hosts Words, Beats & Life Festival celebrating jazz, poetry and hip-hop
The festival’s founder Mazi Mutafa and poet Raquel Ra Brown joined News4’s Tommy McFly in the studio for a performance and sneak peek.
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The future of the National Symphony Orchestra
The National Symphony Orchestra just wrapped up its European tour that brought acclaim and new energy to the stage. News4’s Tommy McFly spoke with principal second violin, Marissa Regni.
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White House Easter Egg Roll tradition hop starts Monday
News4’s Tommy McFly spoke to TODAY’s Al Roker ahead of the White House Easter Egg Roll. Here’s what to know about the “egg-stravaganza.”
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Nationals Park Guide: What to know if you're going to Nats games in the 2024 season
Everything to know about visiting Nationals Park, including the latest clear bag policy (it’s still in effect!), parking information, how to get cheap tickets and when to visit for giveaways or Pups in the Park.
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The Weekend Scene: Kite Festival, theater scene in bloom and more
If you haven’t figured our your weekend plans, how about building and flying a kite or seeing a new theater production? News4’s Tommy McFly breaks down the best things to do this weekend.
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Kite master shows how to make a kite from household items
You don’t need a fancy kite to participate in the Blossom Kite Festival. News4’s Tommy McFLY caught up with a master of kite flying and learned how to make one with a trash bag.
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‘Holland in Virginia': Tulip and daffodil festival springs forth
Burnside Farms in Nokesville, Virginia, is kicking off its Festival of Spring.