From Alley Fest:
“On Saturday, July 26, the heart of D.C. comes alive for the 2nd Annual ALLEY FEST — a celebration of community, culture, flavor, and fun in Blagden Alley & Naylor Court.
Expect an unforgettable day with:
✨ Live music & gospel praise from our neighborhood churches
🎨 Interactive murals & chalk art zones
🐶 Dog adoptions & wellness pop-ups
💪 Strength competitions with epic prizes
🏓 Pickleball tournaments & community games
📚 The DC Library Go-Go Truck experience
🍹 Bites & sips from our iconic local spots
🗣️ Community storytelling, activations & surprises around every corner
We’re coming together as residents, businesses, and places of worship to uplift and inspire our historic neighborhood — and YOU’RE INVITED.
Partners already participating:
Tiger Fork · Calico · Causa · Amazonia · DC Public Library (Go-Go Truck!) · DC Strength & Nutrition · Death & Co. · District Cryo · Humane Rescue Alliance · Lost & Found · Salem Baptist Church · New Bethany Baptist Church · Amazing Grace Church · Seylou · Maxwell Park – and more.
Day-of Highlights:
Live music & praise from our neighborhood churches
Interactive art & chalk mural zones
Dog adoptions & wellness programming
Local bites & sips from beloved restaurants and bars
Strength training competitions & pickleball
Community conversations and storytelling
The DC Library Go-Go truck experience”
“On Saturday, July 26, from 12–5 PM, the alleys come alive!
We’re celebrating our city, our culture, and our community — and you’re at the heart of it.
For all the updated information follow @alleylivingtogether on Instagram
Praise in the City @ 10AM (Naylor Court)
Uplift your spirit with our local churches and faith leaders, including Salem Baptist, AGC, and New Bethany Baptist.
Alley Activations
Your favorite local restaurants and bars are serving up amazing food, drinks, and alley-only surprises.
Sports + Strength Training
Pop-up fitness experiences, games, and wellness activities for all ages.
Dog Adoptions
Meet your new best friend! Furry fun from local shelters.
Live DJs, Bands & More
Music will be pumping all day long — from gospel to go-go to summer party vibes.
PLUS: A ton of surprises around every corner…”