Here's what's happening this weekend in D.C.

This weekend in D.C., check out Memorial Day events, a plant festival in Maryland and the Capital House Music Festival at Franklin Park.

1. 🇺🇲 Honor those lost

Monday is Memorial Day and the city has several events to remember those who lost their lives while serving the country.

Why it matters: "Local events like the National Memorial Day Parade , bringing together veterans, celebrities, dignitaries and Americans from all across the country, are crucial for the D.C. community," Tim Colbert, president of the American Veterans Center, told Axios.

• "They remind us that we share this city with the nation and represent something greater than ourselves."

Zoom in: The National Park Service will have in-person and virtual programming throughout the weekend at various memorials and monuments along the National Mall.

Here are four events to consider:

🎵 National Memorial Day Concert : Watch performances from the National Symphony Orchestra, Grammy winner Cynthia Erivo and more, 8pm Sunday on the West Lawn of the Capitol. Stream here on PBS . Free

🏍️ Rolling to Remember : See the Blessing of the Bikes 5pm Friday at the National Cathedral and a parade of at least 50,000 motorcycles riding through the city beginning noon Saturday. Free.

• The parade is followed by a candlelight vigil at the Vietnam Veterans Memorial at 9pm.

🚒 National Memorial Day Parade : Hosted by actor Anthony Anderson and comedian Drew Carey along with other special guests, this patriotic parade with live music starts at 1pm Monday on Constitution Avenue. Free .

🧺 Weekend Rooftop Picnic Party : Enjoy three days of games and barbecue specials Saturday–Monday at Hi-Lawn atop Union Market. Make reservations here .

2. 🌱 Maryland Plant Fest

• Browse and buy plants from local vendors and shop an artisan market 10am–4pm Saturday and Sunday at Plants Alive in Silver Spring. Free .

3. 🌈 Black Pride Opening Reception

• Celebrate Pride with live performances and a special guest appearance by Billy Porter 5–10pm Friday at the Westin Washington. Free. RSVP here to secure a free drink and hors d'oeuvres .

4. 🎉 Alive & Outside Block Party

• Vibe to DJs, play games and enjoy local food trucks 3–9pm Saturday at Sandlot Georgetown. Free. Skip the line for $30 .

5. 🤖 Capital House Music Festival

• Dance to DJs and house music performances 11am–9pm at Franklin Park Sunday. Free . Donations accepted to the Sam "The Man" Burns Legacy Foundation .

6. 🤍 D.C. Arab American Culture Festival

• Celebrate Arab and MENA (Middle Eastern-North African) heritage with traditional food, music and dance 4–9pm Saturday at the Dew Drop Inn. Tickets start at $25 .