Archive for the Events Category

Feb. 10 – Frederick Douglass Birthday Celebration

Join Washington Revels Jubilee Voices at the Opening Ceremonies for this annual program celebrating the “Lion of Anacostia,” Frederick Douglass. The celebration includes music by the Jubilee Voices and a performance by students from the Washington Ballet School from THEARC.

April 27 – Spring Revels at Glen Echo

By Washington Revels on January 10, 2024 / May Revels - Past Events, Past Events

Join Washington Revels as we chase away Winter and celebrate the seasonal re-opening of the 101-year-old Dentzel Carousel at Glen Echo Park Partnership’s annual Carousel Day! At the start of the event, we will provide a festive musical procession throughout the park. Then, at 1:00 pm, the

January 14 – Jubilee Voices Celebrate the Life and Legacy of MLK at Augustana Lutheran Church

By Washington Revels on January 8, 2024 / Jubilee Voices, Jubilee Voices - Past Events, Past Events

This Sunday, join Washington Revels Jubilee Voices as they bring their unique blend of history, music, and spoken word to lead a special worship service honoring the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. at Augustana Lutheran Church. The group, now in its 14th year,

June 15 – Josiah Henson’s Birthday Celebration

By Washington Revels on January 2, 2024 / Ensembles, Jubilee Voices - Past Events, Juneteenth - Past Events, Past Events

Come celebrate the birthday of Josiah Henson, Underground Railroad Conductor and Montgomery County resident on Saturday, June 15th! Washington Revels Jubilee Voices will perform at 11:30 a.m. The full event runs from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. and features: Historical cooking demonstrations Tours Film screenings Games and

June 30 – Heritage Voices at Glen Echo Park

By Washington Revels on January 1, 2024 / Heritage Voices, Heritage Voices - Past Events, Past Events

Join Washington Revels Heritage Voices for an afternoon of songs of social justice and freedom in celebration of the anniversary of the protests that led to the desegregation of Glen Echo Park in 1960.

July 4 – Takoma Park Independence Day Parade

By Washington Revels on January 1, 2024 / Parades - Past Events, Past Events

Revelers of ALL ages are invited to join Washington Revels in this colorful and lively parade. Let’s show a special summer side of Washington Revels to thousands of July 4th spectators! If you prefer, come sit curbside and cheer with the festive crowd.

June 19 – Juneteenth Concert in Alexandria

By Washington Revels on January 1, 2024 / Ensembles, Jubilee Voices, Jubilee Voices - Past Events, Juneteenth - Past Events, Past Events

Singing the Journey: Freedom Stories. Join Washington Revels Jubilee Voices and the Office of Historic Alexandria for a lively, interactive concert featuring traditional music, dance, and spoken word that celebrates Juneteenth, and the local stories, history and enduring legacy of the African American quest for freedom and equality.

June 22 – Juneteenth Pride & Joy

By Washington Revels on January 1, 2024 / Juneteenth - Past Events, Past Events

Celebrate freedom and unity in a joyous afternoon of music and spoken word with GenOUT Youth Chorus and Jazz artists Barry Moton and the Colin Chambers Trio.

December 9 – Winter’s Eve Revels at Glen Echo Park

By Washington Revels on November 20, 2023 / Past Events

Spend a delightful afternoon with Washington Revels as we journey to Camelot, during the time of the Knights of the Round Table. Learn how Arthur became King and gained the mighty sword “Excalibur” in a magical retelling of The Sword in the Stone with Chapter House, featuring

November 11 – Jubilee Voices at the Talbot Avenue Bridge Lantern Walk

By Washington Revels on November 9, 2023 / Jubilee Voices - Past Events, Past Events

Members of Jubilee Voices will lead and teach songs at the 2023 Talbot Avenue Bridge Lantern Walk. The Walk is an annual fun, family-friendly local community event that weaves together neighborhoods once divided by racial segregation and fittingly takes place during Montgomery County’s Remembrance and Reconciliation Month. All are welcome and there are several ways to participate. Come join us in shining our lights in the darkness, promoting unity over division, remembering the past and taking steps toward a brighter future.