At the intersection of hospitality and justice...
For over 30 years the Festival Center has served as a hub for activists, artists, people of faith and no faith, seekers, and mission-driven groups. A landmark in the Adams Morgan neighborhood in Washington DC, the Center is a home to numerous organizations and a generative space for movements for justice. The School for Liberation teaches and trains faith leaders to serve in movements for justice as we seek to bring change to Washington DC and the rest of the country.
The Festival Center has been my place of solace, worship, celebration and recovering from life’s challenges. It is a beautiful place for art, dance, spirituality, brainstorming, and prayer meetings. I have met brilliant people from all over the world, and right across the street! This is truly my lovely home away from home.
-Minister Kumi Alatish
Church of Christ Right Now
Upcoming Events
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Permítanme Hablar Art Exhibit
Permítanme Hablar Art Exhibit
The exhibit "Permítanme Hablar" showcases the vibrant semi-representational abstract works of AnaYelsi Velasco Sanchez. The pieces in this exhibit depict stories of justice and liberation., inviting the viewer to connect […]
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Wednesday Midday Prayer
Wednesday Midday Prayer
Join the Festival Center community via Zoom every Wednesday for a 30-minute midday prayer. Email Lindsay@festivalcenter.org to receive the Zoom link.
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Weekly Bible Study
Weekly Bible Study
Come and be a part of the vibrant Festival Center community as we gather together every week via Zoom for an enriching Bible study experience. Our interactive sessions delve into […]
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Book Giveaway
Book Giveaway
RSVP 🎉📚 FESTIVAL CENTER BOOK GIVEAWAY: A SUSTAINABLE HOLIDAY GIFT EXTRAVAGANZA! 🌲✨ 📅 DATE & TIME: December 2nd | 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM 2nd Floor Coworking Space […]
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Permítanme Hablar Art Exhibit
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Holiday Market
Holiday Market
Join us for a heartwarming journey into the holiday spirit at the Festival Center's Holiday Market, a magical event that will infuse your soul with warmth and delight. This enchanting […]
Carols and Cocoa
Carols and Cocoa
RSVP Join us for an enchanting evening of festive cheer at "Carols and Cocoa" on Columbia Road! Embrace the magic of the holiday season as we come together to spread […]
Wednesday Midday Prayer
Wednesday Midday Prayer
Join the Festival Center community via Zoom every Wednesday for a 30-minute midday prayer. Email Lindsay@festivalcenter.org to receive the Zoom link.
2 events,
Weekly Bible Study
Weekly Bible Study
Come and be a part of the vibrant Festival Center community as we gather together every week via Zoom for an enriching Bible study experience. Our interactive sessions delve into […]
1 event,
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Permítanme Hablar Art Exhibit
1 event,
2 events,
Wednesday Midday Prayer
Wednesday Midday Prayer
Join the Festival Center community via Zoom every Wednesday for a 30-minute midday prayer. Email Lindsay@festivalcenter.org to receive the Zoom link.
2 events,
Weekly Bible Study
Weekly Bible Study
Come and be a part of the vibrant Festival Center community as we gather together every week via Zoom for an enriching Bible study experience. Our interactive sessions delve into […]
1 event,
1 event,
1 event,
1 event,
Permítanme Hablar Art Exhibit
1 event,
2 events,
Wednesday Midday Prayer
Wednesday Midday Prayer
Join the Festival Center community via Zoom every Wednesday for a 30-minute midday prayer. Email Lindsay@festivalcenter.org to receive the Zoom link.
2 events,
Weekly Bible Study
Weekly Bible Study
Come and be a part of the vibrant Festival Center community as we gather together every week via Zoom for an enriching Bible study experience. Our interactive sessions delve into […]
1 event,
1 event,
1 event,
1 event,
Permítanme Hablar Art Exhibit
1 event,
2 events,
Wednesday Midday Prayer
Wednesday Midday Prayer
Join the Festival Center community via Zoom every Wednesday for a 30-minute midday prayer. Email Lindsay@festivalcenter.org to receive the Zoom link.
2 events,
Weekly Bible Study
Weekly Bible Study
Come and be a part of the vibrant Festival Center community as we gather together every week via Zoom for an enriching Bible study experience. Our interactive sessions delve into […]
1 event,
1 event,
1 event,
The Festival Center has become a place where I know that I can build community, deepen my call to justice, and quietly listen for what is going on in my interior space and for the movement of the Divine.
-Leanne Finamore
Student, School for Liberation
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