Thanks to Faith for sending this great shot from Georgetown.
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1100 15th Street, NW in the courtyard
Ed. Note: We first heard about their plans back in 2021!!
“A Feel Good Japanese Fast Casual.
EAT. DRINK. PLAY!
Snacks. Sandos. Skewers. Pizza. Soft Serve.
NOW OPEN #ĀKĒDODC”
“Dear PoPville,
Akedo is finally open! Similarly almost no online presence but they seem to be open 11:30 – late night.” (more…)
photo by G.
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The Bullpen is becoming DC’s World Cup HQ this summer.
Located at 1201 Half Street SE in the heart of Navy Yard, The Bullpen will feature World Cup matches throughout the tournament alongside Nationals home games to create an all-day destination for soccer fans, baseball fans, and anyone looking for the ultimate game day atmosphere in Washington, DC.
Known for its massive open-air setup, large screen, live music, and high-energy crowd, The Bullpen has long been a go-to destination before and after Nationals games. This summer, the venue is expanding the experience with World Cup programming throughout the season, including extended hours for select match days.
Guests can catch live action while enjoying cold drinks, outdoor seating, food vendors, and one of the city’s most lively sports viewing environments just steps from Nationals Park and minutes from Audi Field.
Whether you’re stopping by before first pitch, staying after the game, or making a full day out of it, The Bullpen offers a central gathering place for fans to watch the tournament and experience the energy of summer in DC.
Free admission, multiple bars, giant screens, and nonstop matchday atmosphere make The Bullpen the go-to destination for World Cup viewing this summer.
Check out The Bullpen’s event calendar for upcoming match schedules, special hours, and featured game day events throughout the tournament.
Photo by Eric P.
Tell your friends. Tell your neighbors. Tell ’em PoPville told you. People are shocked by this EVERY YEAR. Road closures are a pain but this is a historic GREAT event.
Thanks to Katia for sending: “United House of Prayer Parade For All People is. this weekend!!! (BEST day of the year in DC)”
From MPD:
“On Saturday, May 23, 2026, the United House of Prayer Parade will take place in the District of Columbia. In conjunction with this event, there will be parking restrictions and a street closure motorists should take into consideration: (more…)
507 T Street, NW
Thanks to a reader for sending this wild blast from the past:
“The famous house of secrets in LeDroit park, known for being cited for noise violations when Prince was playing, is having an estate sale. The owner and host of the infamous parties sadly passed away recently.
Rare (and LAST!) chance to get a look inside:” (more…)
DC Legendary Musicians, Inc. celebrates its 20th Anniversary with Spirit, Sanctuary, Silence & Sound, an evening honoring Washington, DC’s musical legacy, cultural memory, and community service. Founded in 2006 by Rev. Dr. Sandra Butler-Truesdale, DCLM has spent two decades recognizing the musicians, elders, artists, and cultural workers who helped shape DC’s sound.
The celebration will include music, recognition, community gathering, and a special tribute to the symbolic legacy of Ron McNair — astronaut, physicist, and saxophonist. The evening also marks the launch of renewed DCLM programming, including Second Sunday Sound, Silence & Sanctuary, the Annual Thanksgiving Drive, and the renewal of an Annual Health Fair connected to DC Legendary Musicians Way near 6th and T Street NW.
Ed. Note: Based on the title I initially thought the dog was somehow involved in the robbery. Still messed up. Keep your eyes peeled for the stolen dog, Zen.
From MPD:
“The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) is seeking the community’s assistance in locating a dog taken during a robbery in Southeast.
On Tuesday, May 19, 2026, at approximately 7:30 p.m., a suspect approached the victim and snatched the dog’s leash from the victim at the intersection of 14th and T Streets, Southeast. (more…)
16th Street between Euclid and W Street, NW
Here we go again…
“Dear PoPville,
Just walked through Malcolm X and the fountains are off already. Weather related or already broken again?”
STAY TUNED.
photos by Everett Chu (@drchubacca)
Thanks to Everett for sharing the latest action on the National Mall. ENORMOUS plywood has gone up:
Presumably this is for 250 birthday festivities/Grand Prix race etc.
Stay tuned.
Thanks as always to realtor Kevin Wood for compiling this monthly list of home/condo sales for PoPville. Click below on “April 2026 Sales” (more…)
A rather confusing post from bumblebirds (303 Pennsylvania Ave, SE) yesterday (thanks to all who passed it on to us):
“Drop in to the pop in because it was never meant to last forever (and you really don’t want to miss it!).
Update: The pop up was scheduled to go thru June so don’t panic we are still open and we can’t wait to see you. Don’t miss your chance to come in!”
I emailed bumblebirds PR for some clarification and was told: (more…)