events
Annual Oxon Cove Clean-up + Celebrate Trails Day!
Join this annual event to help clean-up Oxon Cove Park, a gem in SW DC and in Prince George’s County, MD!
Blog Post: Last updated by Kalli Krumpos on April 23, 2024.
Blog Post:
Last updated by Kalli Krumpos
on April 23, 2024.
Meetup
Ward 7 and 8 Candidate Meet and Greets
WABA and our partners are hosting a meet-and-greets to hear from Ward 7 and 8 DC Council candidates.
Event, External Link: Last updated by Jeremiah Lowery on March 22, 2024.
Event, External Link:
Last updated by Jeremiah Lowery
on March 22, 2024.
Meetup
Welcome Walk- Anacostia River Trail Bridge to Bridge
GirlTrek’s Welcome Walks center our joy and there’s an ecosystem of these local and national events to support you. Use the map to connect to the movement and women near you.
Blog Post, Event: Last updated by Colin Browne on April 4, 2024.
Blog Post, Event:
Last updated by Colin Browne
on April 4, 2024.
Ride - Partner Event
Bird Watching on Anacostia River Trail
Join us for a scenic bird-watching stroll along the Anacostia River Trail. Discover the beauty of nature right in our back yard.
Event: Last updated by Patricia Miguel on March 26, 2024.
Event:
Last updated by Patricia Miguel
on March 26, 2024.
Meetup
Urban Sketching on the Met Branch Trail
Join us for a creative adventure on the Met Branch Trail! Learn to sketch with Urban Sketchers & WABA’s Trail Rangers. No experience needed!
Event: Last updated by Patricia Miguel on March 26, 2024.
Event:
Last updated by Patricia Miguel
on March 26, 2024.
Meet the 5 in Stride Campaign!
Bring five friends and family members with you to make new connections with community members and community places through engaging events ranging from walking, hiking, biking, bird watching, art creating, and more!
Blog Post: Last updated by Colin Browne on March 18, 2024.
Blog Post:
Last updated by Colin Browne
on March 18, 2024.
Five in Stride Campaign
Elevating the great outdoor resources that DC’s Wards 7 and 8.
Blog Post: Last updated by Kalli Krumpos on March 15, 2024.
Blog Post:
Last updated by Kalli Krumpos
on March 15, 2024.
Hill Family Biking: Yards Park Splash Pad Ride
Join a family-friendly ride down to Yards Park Splash Pad to cool off with ice cream and fun in the splash pad.
Event, External Link: Last updated by Kalli Krumpos on March 15, 2024.
Event, External Link:
Last updated by Kalli Krumpos
on March 15, 2024.
Ride
DDOT Community Workshop: Georgetown Transportation Access & Circulation Study
Hear and share feedback aboutt the draft Georgetown Transportation Access and Circulation Study.
Event, External Link: Last updated by Kalli Krumpos on March 15, 2024.
Event, External Link:
Last updated by Kalli Krumpos
on March 15, 2024.
Meetup
Hike Through History in Anacostia Park
Join DPR, DC Black MBA, WABA, and APACC for an educational walk & talk event.
Event, External Link: Last updated by Kalli Krumpos on March 15, 2024.
Event, External Link:
Last updated by Kalli Krumpos
on March 15, 2024.
Meetup
Pinknic & Kite Fly in Oxon Run Park
Celebrate the Ward 8 Community w/ free food, kites, music, & more!
Event, External Link: Last updated by Kalli Krumpos on March 15, 2024.
Event, External Link:
Last updated by Kalli Krumpos
on March 15, 2024.
Meetup
DPR Senior Walk & Talk in Kenilworth Park
Calling folks of all ages, and especially older adults, to participate in a social walk in Kenilworth Park.
Event, External Link: Last updated by Kalli Krumpos on March 22, 2024.
Event, External Link:
Last updated by Kalli Krumpos
on March 22, 2024.
Meetup
Ivy City Small Area Plan Community Workshop
Join the DC Office of Planning for an in-person discussion of the Ivy City Small Area Plan.
Event, External Link: Last updated by Kalli Krumpos on March 14, 2024.
Event, External Link:
Last updated by Kalli Krumpos
on March 14, 2024.
Meetup
REI Every Mile Together Festival
Kick-off the outdoor season with giveaways, activities, and more!
Event, External Link: Last updated by Kalli Krumpos on March 14, 2024.
Event, External Link:
Last updated by Kalli Krumpos
on March 14, 2024.
Meetup
REI + Red Bear Beer Launch and Outdoor Trivia Night
Cheers to trails and the outdoors with Second Wind, a new beer collab from REI Co-op and Red Bear Brewing!
Event, External Link: Last updated by Kalli Krumpos on March 14, 2024.
Event, External Link:
Last updated by Kalli Krumpos
on March 14, 2024.
Meetup
March Bicibús/Bike Bus Community Webinar
Join WABA and SSAFETY for our monthly community webinar/discussion on bike buses!
Event, External Link: Last updated by Colin Browne on March 8, 2024.
Event, External Link:
Last updated by Colin Browne
on March 8, 2024.
Meetup
Save the Date: Fairfax County FY 25 Budget Public Hearings
Mark your calendars. The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors will hold public hearings on the FY 25 budget April 16-18.
Action Alert, Event, External Link: Last updated by Kevin O'Brien on May 1, 2024.
Action Alert, Event, External Link
April 16-18
Virtual & in-person
Action Alert, Event, External Link
April 16-18, Virtual & in-person
Action Alert, Event, External Link: Last updated by Kevin O'Brien on May 1, 2024.
Fairfax County Budget Committee Meeting
Tune into the Budget Committee’s monthly meeting.
Action Alert, Event, External Link: Last updated by Kevin O'Brien on March 6, 2024.
Action Alert, Event, External Link:
Last updated by Kevin O'Brien
on March 6, 2024.
Fairfax County FY 2025 Budget Town Hall Meetings
Each Fairfax County district will hold a budget town hall in March. Join to learn about and share budget priorities for FY 2025.
Action Alert, Event: Last updated by Kevin O'Brien on March 6, 2024.
Action Alert, Event
February 29th through April 2nd
Varies, in-person & virtual
Action Alert, Event
February 29th through April 2nd, Varies, in-person & virtual
Action Alert, Event: Last updated by Kevin O'Brien on March 6, 2024.
RISE Prince George’s Social w/ Special Guest Planning Director Hull
Join RISE Prince George’s and the new Prince George’s Planning Director Lakisha Hull for an informal social.
Event, External Link: Last updated by Kalli Krumpos on March 5, 2024.
Event, External Link:
Last updated by Kalli Krumpos
on March 5, 2024.
Meetup
Tysons Community Alliance Gathering and Transportation Open House
Join Tysons Community Alliance and FCDOT to hear updates on current and planned transportation projects in Tysons.
Action Alert, Event, External Link: Last updated by Kevin O'Brien on March 5, 2024.
Action Alert, Event, External Link:
Last updated by Kevin O'Brien
on March 5, 2024.
Meetup
Hill Family Biking – April Anniversary Ride!
Join Hill Family Biking for a May ride. Riders of all ages are welcome!
Event, External Link: Last updated by Kalli Krumpos on March 4, 2024.
Event, External Link:
Last updated by Kalli Krumpos
on March 4, 2024.
Ride
Hill Family Biking – May Nature Ride
Join Hill Family Biking for a May ride. Riders of all ages are welcome!
Event, External Link: Last updated by Kalli Krumpos on March 4, 2024.
Event, External Link:
Last updated by Kalli Krumpos
on March 4, 2024.
Ride
Every Mile Together Trail Challenge
Walk, run, roll, and win by getting out on local trails!
Blog Post: Last updated by Kalli Krumpos on March 4, 2024.
Blog Post:
Last updated by Kalli Krumpos
on March 4, 2024.
Meetup
Transportation Safety Town Hall
Are you interested in transportation safety? Do you want to meet your elected officials and hear their priorities? Do you want to learn how to advocate for your community? Do you need service hours? If you are a Prince George’s County High School student and your answer is “yes,” to any of those questions, sign up for our Vision Zero Youth Town Hall!
Event: Last updated by Colin Browne on March 7, 2024.
Event:
Last updated by Colin Browne
on March 7, 2024.
MCDOT Virtual Meeting on Cherry Hill Road Bikeway Project
Public meeting for the Cherry Hill Road Bikeway project to present three project concepts, one of which will be advanced to 30% design.
Event, External Link: Last updated by Kalli Krumpos on February 27, 2024.
Event, External Link:
Last updated by Kalli Krumpos
on February 27, 2024.
Meetup
C&O Walk through History
Join the C&O Canal Trust for a guided walk through history of the Civilian Conservation Corps on February 23.
Event, External Link: Last updated by Kalli Krumpos on February 22, 2024.
Event, External Link:
Last updated by Kalli Krumpos
on February 22, 2024.
Meetup
Communities Over Highways Campaign from America Walks
Call on leaders to invest in projects that put communities and people first, rather than highway expansions.
Action Alert, External Link: Last updated by Kalli Krumpos on February 22, 2024.
Action Alert, External Link:
Last updated by Kalli Krumpos
on February 22, 2024.
2024 Capitol Hill Roadway Safety Advocacy Days
Join the Capitol Hill Roadway Safety Advocacy Days (5/13-15) to advocate for changes that will keep our roads safe.
Action Alert, Event: Last updated by Kalli Krumpos on March 27, 2024.
Action Alert, Event:
Last updated by Kalli Krumpos
on March 27, 2024.
Meetup
Community Workshop: Blue Line Corridor Civic Plaza
Join a community gathering to learn about the plan for the Blue Line Corridor Civic Plaza and to provide your input.
Event, External Link: Last updated by Kalli Krumpos on February 22, 2024.
Event, External Link:
Last updated by Kalli Krumpos
on February 22, 2024.
Meetup