Out & About

Horsin’ around

An annual tradition for the past 46 years, the Washington International Horse Show is back again at the MCI Center for five days. As in years past, the show features top equestrians and their multimillion dollar horses competing for more than $150,000 in prize money. The show begins on Tuesday and runs through Oct. 31. Event times vary. Tickets are $15 to $60. 601 F St. NW. 202/397-SEAT.

Cartoons on ice

“Finding Nemo” was an award-winning success on the big screen, and now Disney recreates the hit film on ice this week at the Patriot Center. Filled with colorful characters from the movie, like Nemo, Marlin, Squirt and Crush, the production also features top-notch lighting that simulates an underwater world inside the arena. Performances continue through Sunday. Show times vary. Tickets are $15 to $60. 4400 University Drive, Fairfax. 202/397-SEAT.

One smart man

The Encyclopaedia Britannica contains 44 million words, and Esquire editor A.J. Jacobs read every single one of them for his new memoir, “The Know-It-All: One Man’s Humble Quest to Become the Smartest Person in the World.” The book chronicles the year he spent with the encyclopedia, hanging around Mensa meetings and trying out for the American Crossword Puzzle Tournament. Mr. Jacobs will discuss his memoir on Tuesday at Olsson’s Penn Quarter/The Lansburgh beginning at 7 p.m. 418 Seventh St., NW. 202/638-7610.

Rhyme masters

When De La Soul released its debut album in 1989, the group was thought to be the future of hip-hop. Fifteen years later, the rap trio is still recreating itself and hoping to get back to the top of the charts with its newest CD, “The Grind Date.” The trio plays the 9:30 Club tomorrow. The show begins at 10 p.m. Tickets are $20. 815 V St. NW. 202/393-0930

Funny guy

Looking for a laugh? Head for the Kennedy Center Concert Hall on Monday at 8 p.m., when Lorne Michaels, creator of “Saturday Night Live,” will be presented with the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor. Among those honoring Mr. Michaels are stars who got their starts on “SNL,” including Chevy Chase, Dan Aykroyd, Tina Fey, Conan O’Brien and David Spade. Tickets are $25 to $125. F Street and New Hampshire Avenue NW. 202/467-4600.

B&W horror

The camp classic “Creature from the Black Lagoon” was bizarre enough in 1954 when it was two-dimensional. On Monday, the Lisner Auditorium will soup up the fear factor by screening the B-movie horror in 3-D — and will provide retro glasses to boot. New dialogue and a new live soundtrack will be added by the Jazz Passengers. The screening begins at 8 p.m. Tickets are $20 to $25. 730 21st St., NW. 202/397-SEAT.

Fall patchwork

Pumpkinville at Leesburg Gardens is a one-stop event for all things fall, with hayrides, hill slides, apple cider and pumpkin picking. The festival is open every day through Nov. 2, with extra activities on weekends, such as all-you-can-eat-popcorn, face painting and performances by musicians, magicians, and clowns. 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. every day. Admission is $6 on weekdays and $9 on the weekends; children under 2 get in free. 19270 James Monroe Highway, Leesburg. 703/779-2332.

Young and gifted

Being compared to soul greats like B.B. King and Buddy Guy is an honor for any aspiring soul musician. Being compared to these greats when you are only 16 years old conjures up the word “prodigy” — and that’s Kyle Riabko. The Canadian-born singer started performing at age 11 and has shared the stage with John Mayer and other big name artists. Kyle opens for Matt Wertz on Saturday at Fletcher’s. The show starts at 8 p.m. Tickets are $10. 701 S. Bond St., Baltimore. 410/558-1889.

— Thomas Walter