This week, the DMV is buzzing with exciting events, opportunities to connect and places to explore. From musicals to cooking classes, this week has an event for everyone.
Plus, to learn about more fun events around the DMV, remember to check out the Washington Informer Calendar.
Monday, May 11
Gentle Yoga in the Galleries
6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. | $15
Museum of Contemporary Art Arlington | 3550 Wilson Boulevard, Arlington, VA 22201
Unwind and invite balance in this flowing, gentle yoga class. Our experienced instructors will guide you through a gentle practice suitable for all levels. On Monday nights in the beautiful Tiffany Gallery. Start your week on a positive note.
Co-op Film Fest: Food For Change
7 p.m – 9 p.m. | $5
Culture DC | 2006 Fenwick Street NE, Washington, DC 20002
Join the Takoma Park-Silver Spring Co-op’s Fourth Annual Co-op Film Fest in partnership with Rhizome to watch and discuss two documentaries that examine the history of cooperatives in the United States and explore how they build healthier, more connected communities. Tickets include popcorn and a drink.
Tuesday, May 12
Paraguay: A Living Constellation of Memory
11 a.m. – 6 p.m.
IDB ArtLAC Gallery | 1300 New York Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20577
“Paraguay: A Living Constellation of Memory” is on view at the IDB ArtLAC Gallery in Washington, D.C., bringing together works by multiple generations of Paraguayan artists, members of the diaspora, and creators whose practices engage with the country’s histories and symbolic landscapes.
Presented on the occasion of the 2026 Annual Meetings of the Inter-American Development Bank Group, the exhibition reflects on identity, memory, and creative practice as living forces.
Profs & Pints DC: Nightmares and Creativity
6 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. | $15
Penn Social | 801 E St NW, Washington, DC 20004
Profs and Pints DC presents: “Nightmares and Creativity,” on the relationship between frightening dreams and real creative achievements, with Bernard Welt, emeritus professor of arts and humanities at George Washington University, former member of the board of the International Association for the Study of Dreams, and contributing editor of DreamTime.
Technique Tuesday: Chicken Tika Masala (Intermediate)
6 p.m – 8 p.m | $100
Cookology Culinary School | 4238 Wilson Boulevard, Arlington, VA 22203
Dive into the fundamentals of bold, layered flavor in this Technique Tuesday class featuring Chicken Tikka Masala. You’ll learn essential skills like marinating, building a balanced spice profile, and creating a rich, velvety sauce from scratch. Perfect for all skill levels, this class breaks down each step to help you master this beloved dish and confidently recreate it at home with depth, warmth, and authentic flavor.
Wednesday, May 13
Toby’s Dinner Theatre Presents: The Wizard of Oz
5 p.m – 10 p.m. | $100
Toby’s Dinner Theatre Columbia | 5900 Symphony Woods Road, Columbia, MD 21044
Enjoy L. Frank Baum’s beloved story of a Kansas farm girl who travels over the rainbow to the Land of Oz has thrilled audiences for generations. This delightful musical adaptation of the classic tale features the iconic score from the MGM film.
Follow Dorothy, Toto, and friends down the yellow brick road to the Emerald City to find brains, heart, courage, and the magical power of home.
Doors open at 5 p.m. and the show starts at 7 p.m. Self-Served Buffet opens until 40 minutes prior to show time.
Weekly Runs with DRC
6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Union Market | 1309 5th St NE, Washington, DC 20002
Exercise while building up community at District Running Collective. Meet at the Plaza at Union Market for weekly community runs every Wednesday night and Saturday morning. All levels are welcome.
Whether new to running or training for something big, participants are in good company.
Source: Washington Informer
