Join The Palisades Main Street on September 12, 2026 for its first-annual Art All Night!
Art All Night is a festival that focuses on economic growth and sustainability of DC’s small and local businesses through the celebration of visual and performing arts in Washington, DC, including painting, photography, sculpture, crafts, fashion, music, dance, theater, film, and poetry. Art All Night showcases the diverse talents of our city’s creative community. With activations in all 8 wards in 16 different neighborhoods, Art All Night is devoted to delivering an amazing experience across the District of Columbia.
In 2026, The Palisades Main Street will participate in Art All Night for the first time! Join us for seven amazing events, all sponsored by local Palisades businesses in partnership with The Palisades Main Street! Visit our welcome tent located on the sidewalk outside 4828 Macarthur Blvd NW, Washington, DC 20007 to pick up an interactive map of Art All Night along our corridor and information about the small businesses who will host our activations!
10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.: Asian Arts Discovery Village with Chia Chinese Learning
Step into a world of creativity, culture, and hands-on fun at Asian Arts Discovery Village, a family-friendly experience presented by Chia Chinese Learning. From 10:00 AM–12:00 PM, children and families can explore artistic traditions from across Asia through interactive activities, cultural crafts, and demonstrations led by Chia Chinese Learning’s experienced teachers. Activities include lantern painting, mooncake play dough creations, traditional fan decorating, tea painting, personalized Chinese calligraphy, heritage arts and crafts, and other surprise activities throughout the morning. Children will create, play, and discover together while learning about the stories and traditions behind each activity, and they’ll leave with handmade keepsakes of their own. This event will take place at Palisades Montessori, located at 5104 Macarthur Blvd NW, Washington, DC 20016. ➡️ Please note that pre-registration is required!
10:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. : Experience a World of Fantasy and Adventure with Live Action Fitness
Live Action Fitness presents: Choose Your Own Adventure: The Mystery of Gideon Vorrow! Bring the whole family to play movement mini-games, fight monsters, and get treasure. Win fun prizes like dice and miniatures plus a chance to win a $300 gift card! This event will take place at the Palisades Hub, located at 5200 Cathedral Ave NW, Washington, DC 20016.
1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. : Plein Air Painting with Andrei Kushnir
Try your hand at plein air painting with renowned American fine art painter, and long-time Palisades gallery owner, Andrei Kushnir at this family-friendly event. You can also enjoy an art show celebrating the beauty and creativity of our local area. A plein air painter for more than 35 years, Kushnir has exhibited in galleries and museums throughout the United States. His work is held in numerous public collections, including the U.S. Coast Guard, DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities, Museum of the Shenandoah Valley, Museum of Virginia History & Culture, and University of Maryland Global Campus. Come meet the artist, hear his stories about painting outdoors, and try your hand at painting your own canvas! This event will take place at 5110 Macarthur Blvd NW, Washington, DC 20016 and is family-friendly (but does include paint!).
3:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. : Bill Kirchen: Backstage at the Sanctuary
Go behind the scenes with legendary guitarist Bill Kirchen, “The Titan of the Telecaster,” for an afternoon of live music, career stories, and conversation led by NBC4 journalist Mark Segraves. Hear songs from Kirchen’s latest album, Cat Out of the Bag, alongside favorites from more than five decades on the road. A pioneer of Americana and Outlaw Country with Commander Cody and His Lost Planet Airmen, Kirchen has shared the stage with artists including Nick Lowe, Elvis Costello, John Lennon, Stevie Wonder, and Ray Benson. This event will take place at the Palisades Hub, located at 5200 Cathedral Ave NW, Washington, DC 20016.
- Doors: 3:30 PM
- Program: 4:00–5:30 PM
- Reserve seats here: Tickets: $17.45 in advance / $20 at the door
5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. : Blast into the Past and Back to the Future
Blast to the past and back to the future with an exhibit of vintage movie posters and other authentic items from the former movie center of the Palisades! Enjoy popcorn while discovering the history of Potomac Video and the MacArthur Theater, once beloved fixtures of the neighborhood. Learn what once stood here and how this area has changed over the years. Participate in a Silent Auction benefiting The Palisades Main Street’s beautification and green streets program! This event will take place outside of the historic Potomac Video Center at 4830 MacArthur Blvd. NW Washington DC 20007.
3:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.: Awaken Your Inner Artist with Rain Walker Healing
Tap into your creativity with Rain Walker Healing’s “Awaken Your Inner Artist,” an immersive experience combining hypnosis, crystal singing bowls, light, and reflection. As guests arrive, settle into the space with the sound of crystal bowls, then take part in a guided hypnosis session designed to help unlock creativity and inspiration. Afterward, participants can capture their ideas and reflections to take home. ➡️ Two sessions are planned for 3:45 PM and for 4:45 PM. Because late entry can disrupt the experience, each session will close shortly after it begins. This event will take place at the Palisades Library in the second-floor conference room, located at 4901 V St NW, Washington, DC 20007. ➡️ Please consider bringing a yoga mat! Adults only, please.
7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. : Dance Lesson and Party at Fred Astaire
Conclude Palisades Main Street’s first-ever Art All Night with a night of dancing at Fred Astaire Dance Studio! Start with a complimentary, family-friendly 35-minute dance lesson, then put your new moves to work and dance the night away. Enjoy music, snacks, festive décor, and a lively celebration to close out Art All Night in the Palisades. This event will take place at Fred Astaire, located on the second floor of the Palisades Plaza, 5185 Macarthur Blvd NW, Washington, DC 20016.