Free things to do in Bethesda: no-cost concerts, talks, festivals and family events this weekend and beyond, with dates and venues, updated daily.
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Tue, Oct 27, 2026 · 5:00 PM · Free · Carr Workplaces Bethesda - Coworking & Office Space, 4800 Hampden Lane, Bethesda, MD 20814
Master anterior implant complications with Drs. Vaziri & Shin—exploring surgical, restorative, and digital strategies for esthetic outcomes.
Details for Anterior Implant Complications, Prevention, and Management
Wed, Oct 28, 2026 · 8:00 PM · Free · Aura Bar & Lounge, 5247 Wisconsin Avenue Northwest, Washington, DC 20015
Got midweek burnout? Enjoy free stand-up comedy in Friendship Heights, DC! Relax with $5 Happy Hour Pass deals & a tight 90-min show.
Details for Free Midweek Comedy Tickets & Happy Hour Social in DC
Wed, Oct 28, 2026 · 10:00 PM · Free · Aura Bar & Lounge, 5247 Wisconsin Avenue Northwest, Washington, DC 20015
Wednesday 10 PM dark comedy in DC. You vote, the winner books next week. Free RSVP, $5 add on pass = first shot free + late night specials!
Details for Free Late-Night Dark Comedy Every Wednesday in DC | Smack Talk Raw
Thu, Oct 29, 2026 · 6:00 PM · Free · Amy Kaslow Gallery, 7920 Norfolk Avenue, Bethesda, MD 20814
Join American sculptor and Washington gem Joan Danziger, along with Smithsonian Museum of Natural History chief entomologist Floyd Shockley, as we examine human history’s fascination, indeed its relia
Details for K/NOW Dialogue with Joan Danziger and Floyd Shockley “Beetlemania!”
Thu, Oct 29, 2026 · 6:30 PM · Free · The Italian Cultural Society of Washington D.C., 4833 Rugby Ave, Ste 201, Bethesda, MD 20814
Meet Nicolò Govoni, founder of Still I Rise and 2020 Nobel Peace Prize nominee, for an inspiring conversation, Q&A, and Italian aperitivo.
Details for Aperitivo with Nicolò Govoni: Education without Compromise
Fri, Oct 30, 2026 · 5:00 PM · Free · Hip Flask Rooftop Bar, 7707 Woodmont Avenue, Bethesda, MD 20814
Join us for two spectacular nights of music, drinks, tricks & treats, Hip Flask style. Put on your creepiest costume and join the fright! Joined by DJ V5NYCE: Friday, October 30th, from 9-11pm and Sat
Fri, Oct 30, 2026 · 7:30 PM · Free · On St. Elmo, 4915 Saint Elmo Avenue, Bethesda, MD 20814
Grab your costume and get ready for a hauntingly fun evening at ON St. Elmo. Watch Flying Buddha’s junior students take the stage with aerial performances that are spooky, mysterious, playful, and eve
Details for NIGHTMARE ON ST. ELMO: Junior Aerial Dance Halloween Performance + Costume Party
Sat, Oct 31, 2026 · 12:15 PM · Free · Salsa With Silvia, 4731 Elm Street, Bethesda, MD 20814
Join our Free Trial Salsa & Bachata Mix class and experience the passion and beauty of Latin Dance!
Details for A FREE TRIAL CLASS: SALSA & BACHATA MIX IN BETHESDA (ONE-TIME only)
Sat, Oct 31, 2026 · 1:00 PM · Free · Glen Echo Park, 7300 MacArthur Blvd, Glen Echo, 20812
Join us for some Halloween fun at Glen Echo Park! Activities include Halloween arts & crafts, a festive fall photo-op (say that 10 times!), Trick-or-Treating at our resident art studios and galleries,
Sat, Oct 31, 2026 · 1:15 PM · Free · Chevy Chase Baptist Church, 5671 Western Avenue, Washington, DC 20015
Ditch the gym and join the DanceinTime Latin dance class! Our Rueda class offers fun instruction for beginners through advanced dancers.
Details for Cuban Salsa (Rueda) Dance Class & Social Dancing
Sat, Oct 31, 2026 · 7:00 PM · Free · The Urban Winery of Silver Spring, 2315 Stewart Avenue, Silver Spring, MD 20910
Join us at The Urban Winery for an unforgettable Halloween with a variety of DJ's
Details for RSI Presents: Cellar Sessions - Halloween DJ Night!
Sat, Oct 31, 2026 · 7:00 PM · Free · Aura Bar & Lounge, 5247 Wisconsin Avenue Northwest, Washington, DC 20015
Free Saturday stand-up in Friendship Heights, DC. Kick your night off with friends, food, drinks and laughs. Doors 6:30, show 7 PM. 21+.
Details for Pregame Comedy DC | Free Saturday Stand-Up Comedy Show at Aura Bar & Lounge
Sat, Oct 31, 2026 · 10:00 PM · Free · Aura Bar & Lounge, 5247 Wisconsin Avenue Northwest, Washington, DC 20015
Edgy, uncensored late-night stand-up in Friendship Heights, DC featuring the DMV's top local comedians. 21+. Doors 9:30, show 10 PM.
Details for Late Night Cursed Comedy DC | Edgy Late-Night Stand-Up at Aura Bar & Lounge
Thu, Nov 5, 2026 · 7:00 PM · Free · The Urban Winery of Silver Spring, 2315 Stewart Avenue, Silver Spring, MD 20910
Join us at The Urban Winery for an unforgettable night of Brazilian jazz with Julie Mack & Encantada—great wine, music, and energy!
Fri, Nov 6, 2026 · 12:00 PM · Free · Gallery B, 7700 Wisconsin Avenue, Suite E, Bethesda, MD 20814
“INTERSECTIONS ⎸ Realism & Abstraction” is a group exhibition featuring four artists – Lawrence Chandler, Angela Iovino, Ariana Progri, and Ravi Raman - with distinct art styles in conversation with e
Details for Gallery B Presents "Intersections | Realism & Abstraction"
Sun, Nov 8, 2026 · 5:00 PM · Free · Lia's, 4435 Willard Avenue, Chevy Chase, MD 20815
Relax , make new friends, and enjoy happy hour specials at this fun venue!
Details for Out in Friendship Heights LGBTQ+ Community Happy Hour @ LIA's
Sat, Nov 14, 2026 · 8:00 AM · Free · Carnegie Science, 5251 Broad Branch Road Northwest, Washington, DC 20015
Join Casey Trees for an exciting day of tree planting at Carnegie Science!
Sat, Nov 14, 2026 · 10:00 AM · Free · 2457 Linden Lane, Silver Spring, MD 20910
Help sort donations and pack essential supplies for our monthly community outreach and international projects. Join us every second Saturday
Details for Distant Relatives Monthly Inventory Day | Volunteer & Donate
Sat, Nov 14, 2026 · 5:30 PM · Free · Columbia Country Club, 7900 Connecticut Avenue, Chevy Chase, MD 20815
Gather with family and friends for cocktails, a seated dinner, and live music and dancing with the Great Expectations Band.
Details for Havenstone Horse Rescue presents | The Golden Pastures Gala
Sat, Nov 14, 2026 · 6:00 PM · Free · Glen Echo Park, 7300 MacArthur Boulevard, Glen Echo, MD 20812
Join us for Glen Echo Park’s annual Holiday Art Show & Sale! With so many unique gifts, it’s a great place to shop for everyone on your holiday list! An opening reception will be held Saturday, Novemb
Details for Opening Reception: Holiday Art Show & Sale at Glen Echo Park
Sun, Nov 15, 2026 · 11:00 AM · Free · Woman's Club of Chevy Chase, 7931 Connecticut Avenue, Chevy Chase, MD 20815
2025 Woman's Club of Chevy Chase Artisan Market Sunday, November 15, 2026 11:00 am to 5:00 pm 7931 Connecticut Avenue, Chevy Chase, MD Discover unique handcrafted treasures Handmade arts, crafts, jewe
Thu, Nov 19, 2026 · 6:00 PM · Free · Gallery Bethesda II, 4850 Rugby Avenue, Bethesda, MD 20814
Good food, great drinks, and even better connections—celebrate Friendsgiving rooftop-style with the DMV real estate community.
Thu, Nov 19, 2026 · 7:00 PM · Free · The Urban Winery of Silver Spring, 2315 Stewart Avenue, Silver Spring, MD 20910
Join us to hear local musician Jeff Weintraub as he performs his unique interpretations across a diverse range of musical genres.
Fri, Dec 4, 2026 · 7:00 PM · Free · Mondzac Performing Arts Center, 6101 Wilson Lane, Bethesda, MD 20817
Join Encore Chorale singers for a free concert bursting with the energy of the season!
Fri, Dec 18, 2026 · 7:00 PM · Free · Mondzac Performing Arts Center, 6101 Wilson Lane, Bethesda, MD 20817
Join Encore ROCKS singers for a free concert bursting with the energy of the season!