Fritz Hahn

Washington, D.C.

Reporter covering bars, drinks and nightlife for The Washington Post's Weekend section

Education: University of Maryland-College Park, Journalism

Fritz Hahn has covered bars, drinks and nightlife for The Washington Post's Weekend section since 2003, but he also writes about a variety of other subjects, including Civil War battlefields and sailing classes.
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The 31 best things to do in D.C. this weekend and next week

This weekend brings outdoor markets, museum open houses, a cocktail festival and a neighborhood multi-block party with performances by almost 300 musicians.

April 25, 2024

5 places to take your mom on Mother’s Day, for more than just brunch

Plan the perfect Mother’s Day outing with our picks for brunch and a nearby activity.

April 24, 2024
Indoors or out, Il Piatto is a solid choice for an affordable brunch.

Where to celebrate the release of ‘The Tortured Poets Department’

Taylor Swift’s new album arrives with dance parties, karaoke, trivia, yappy hours and other themed events.

April 19, 2024

The 35 best things to do in D.C. this weekend and next week

A packed week includes the return of Filmfest D.C., the National Cannabis Festival, Earth Day activities and a Formula One car on Pennsylvania Avenue NW.

April 18, 2024

The 26 best things to do in D.C. this weekend and next week

Celebrate the end of the National Cherry Blossom Festival with a parade and street festival, or mark D.C.’s Emancipation Day with a parade, music and fireworks.

April 11, 2024

6 best things to do with kids in the D.C. area this weekend

Hit the penultimate weekend of the National Cherry Blossom Festival or introduce little ones to the symphony.

April 5, 2024
Petalpalooza brings multiple stages of music, hands-on family activities, food and drink gardens, and fireworks to the Capitol Riverfront on Saturday.

The 31 best things to do in D.C. this weekend and next week

The next-to-last week of the National Cherry Blossom Festival includes fireworks, festivals, jazz, family events and a cocktail crawl.

April 4, 2024

Need a new profile pic? These 6 D.C. bars have the best cherry blossom decor.

Missed peak bloom? Head to one of these bars, where the drinks are strong and the (fake) cherry blossoms are always at full flower.

April 2, 2024
The antique greenhouse at Calico, a bar in Blagden Alley, has been filled with curtains of fake flowers to celebrate the National Cherry Blossom Festival.

    Test your speakeasy knowledge: Can you tell which entries lead to cocktails?

    Some of these entryways lead to soft lighting and stiff drinks. Others definitely do not. See how many actual D.C.-area speakeasies you can spot.

    March 28, 2024

    The 27 best things to do in D.C. this weekend and next week

    Celebrate cherry blossoms with kites on the National Mall and fireworks at the Wharf. Hunt for Easter eggs or dance at a “Country Carter” release party.

    March 28, 2024