This post was written by Hatchet staff writer Tatiana Cirisano.

It’s exciting to see that spring is finally here, but we all need a break from snapping Instagrams of cherry blossoms. This week, dodge the hordes of flower-enamored tourists in favor of these venues.

Feast on gourmet grilled cheese and wine at GCDC

Grilled Cheese D.C., 1730 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, open 11 p.m. to 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Browse iconic snapshots at the National Portrait Gallery’s ‘American Cool’

With only a few weeks of classes remaining, now is the time to check out “American Cool” (or to return for one last look). The exhibit includes photographs of popular actors, political activists, writers and singers of the past century, each figure carefully chosen using a “historical rubric” of coolness. Photographs of pop culture icons like Jimi Hendrix, Hunter S. Thompson, and Madonna line the walls of the exhibit, arranged in order by generation to show the evolution of “cool” in American culture.

The National Portrait Gallery, 8th and F streets NW, 11:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily.

Kill Paris & Candyland @ U Street Music Hall

Throw on some neon and pretend you’re at Coachella with back-to-back sets by DJs Kill Paris and Candyland, who will perform Thursday at D.C.’s U Street Music Hall. Candyland’s head-banging drops and heavy bass will combine with Kill Paris’ futuristic, funky beats for a match made in EDM heaven, bringing the best of both artists together for utter musical mayhem. Expect trippy visuals and erratic lightshows.

U Street Music Hall, 1115 U Street NW, Thursday, April 17 at 10 p.m., tickets: $20