Columbia Heights Day Date Announced – Sat., Oct. 6th

Photo of ‘Columbia Heights Day Dancing’ by PoPville flickr user Mr. T in DC

From a press release:

Community celebration features live music and arts performances, family activities, local artisans, food trucks and more

WHAT: 6th Annual Columbia Heights Day

WHEN: Saturday, October 6 from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm

WHERE: Harriet Tubman Elementary Field
(Entrance on Kenyon St. NW between 11th and 13th streets)
Just 3 blocks from the Columbia Heights Metro (Green and Yellow lines)

COST: FREE

WHO: Schedule of events include:

Live music and dance performances, including Elikeh, The Chariots and Dyverse City
Petting Zoo & Kids Zone, featuring a moon bounce, face painting, fun games and family entertainment
Morning yoga workshop
Neighborhood dog show
Your favorite DC food trucks
Cupcake eating contest
More than 40 local businesses and community groups
“Saturday Social” post-festival at neighborhood bars
NEW! Meridian Pint “Oktoberfest” block party at 11th St. & Park Rd. — beer garden, outdoor BBQ, games, a Polka band and more