The RENTAL Act is full of tenant rights rollbacks. This one was supposed to be removed.
Tenant organizers fought to exempt renovated buildings from the sweeping housing law, but advocates say that isn’t working in practice.
Weekend Events
Every Thursday, we independently curate a mix of weekend events happening around the city. Have an event you’d like us to consider for this roundup? Send it to our team at 51st.news/submit-events.
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15 things to do around D.C. this weekend
Dive into the dog days of summer with a Japanese star festival celebration, jazz and barbecue, or a fairy-tale circus show.
24 things to do over July 4th weekend that aren’t sponsored by Trump
With so much going on around D.C., you’ll have no idea what’s happening on the National Mall.
11 things to do around D.C. this weekend
From a Caribbean concert to a comedy show, an outdoor movie to a floating bicycle race, the city’s summer calendar is packed.
14 things to do around D.C. over Juneteenth weekend
Heads up: Capital Pride and the summer solstice are all converging with Friday's holiday.
12 things to do around D.C. this weekend
From nature and music to Pride events, and a whole lot in between, kick off the summer in community at one of these fun local gatherings.
15 things to do around D.C. this weekend
Welcome the summer with a family Pride festival, an outdoor Hamilton sing-along, and even a baby rave.
12 things to do around D.C. this weekend
Celebrate the warmer weather at a local music festival, a Saturday night comedy show, or a film screening — all free!
25 things to do around D.C. over Memorial Day weekend
Go on an ice cream tour, catch some local music, learn to tap dance, and more options to keep you busy on this long weekend.
15 things to do around D.C. this weekend
Celebrate May’s new beginnings by dancing with local bands and DJs, exploring AAPI history and folklore, and watching the sunset from a rooftop.
15 things to do around D.C. this weekend
Spring is here, and the city is full of festivities, including a tiki vinyl night, a migratory bird celebration, and a Mother’s Day bike ride fundraiser.
16 things to do around D.C. this weekend
This is a weekend for celebrations — from National Poetry Month and Cinco de Mayo, to AAPI Heritage Month and Dawn Chorus Day.
14 things to do around D.C. this weekend
As April winds down, celebrate music, culture, and connection in venues across the city.