Indigenous Cinema and Neighborhood Markets Today in D.C.
Discover Local Flavor and Global Perspectives This Sunday
As we move through the second weekend of February 2026, Washington D.C. offers a vibrant mix of community-driven events and high-brow cultural experiences. Whether you are looking for early Valentine’s Day gifts or a deep dive into international cinema, the District has a curated selection of activities for every interest this Sunday, February 8.
Morning: Neighborhood Farmers Markets
Start your Sunday at the Trinidad Farmers Market, located at the Joseph Cole Community Center parking lot (1299 Neal Street NE). Running from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., today’s market is particularly special as it features unique porcelain gift sales just in time for Valentine’s Day. Visitors can enjoy live music by Tim Kurtzberg while browsing fresh produce from local farms like Pleitez and Truck Patch, or grabbing a bite from Taco Loco and Ravenhook Bakehouse.
For those closer to the heart of the city, the Dupont Circle FRESHFARM Market and the historic Eastern Market in Capitol Hill are both open. Eastern Market remains a primary destination for handmade arts and crafts, with the outdoor market operating until 4:00 p.m., while the indoor food merchants are available until 5:00 p.m.
Afternoon: Indigenous Cinema and Art
The National Gallery of Art continues its celebration of Australian Indigenous art this afternoon. At 2:00 p.m., the East Building Auditorium will host a screening of Still We Rise (2022). This powerful documentary, introduced virtually by filmmaker John Harvey, utilizes archival footage to explore the history of the Aboriginal Tent Embassy and the ongoing movement for Indigenous land rights. The screening is presented in conjunction with the landmark exhibition The Stars We Do Not See: Australian Indigenous Art, which is currently on view in the East Building. Registration is recommended, though some same-day passes may be available at the door.
Evening: Captivating Theater Performances
The District’s theater scene is in full swing tonight with several critically acclaimed productions. At the Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company in Penn Quarter, audiences can catch a performance of The World to Come. This poignant play follows four residents of a Hebrew Home for the Aging as they navigate a crumbling world with humor and resilience. Meanwhile, at the Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater, the production of Chez Joey—a bold reimagining of the classic musical Pal Joey—continues its popular run. Both shows offer evening performances that serve as the perfect conclusion to a winter Sunday.
Outdoor Recreation
If you prefer to embrace the crisp February air, the National Gallery of Art Sculpture Garden Ice Rink is open today. Located on the National Mall, it provides a scenic winter experience surrounded by modern sculptures, open for skating sessions throughout the day and into the early evening.