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Do you enjoy drinking tea? Are you interested in learning more about different teas from around the world? Then join us for a flavorful afternoon filled with tea education, tea tasting, and a tour of our collection centered on the taking of tea during the days of early America. We will be joined by a […]
Come join us for Oscar Wilde’s classic Trivial Comedy for Serious People: The Importance of Being Earnest presented by The Picnic Theatre Company! Enjoy cocktails, refreshments and music. Proceeds benefit Dumbarton House and Courage for Kids. There are three chances to see the performance: Wednesday June 13, 2018 Thursday June 14, 2018 Friday June 15, […]
Come join us for Oscar Wilde’s classic Trivial Comedy for Serious People: The Importance of Being Earnest presented by The Picnic Theatre Company! Enjoy cocktails, refreshments and music. Proceeds benefit Dumbarton House and Courage for Kids. There are three chances to see the performance: Wednesday June 13, 2018 Thursday June 14, 2018 Friday June 15, […]
The relationship between a father and daughter is key to how a girl views herself. Mamma Ricchi is setting aside a special night for fathers to treat their daughters to dinner for Father's Day. This night could also be for fathers to have face-to-face time with their adult daughters or for daughters to treat their […]
Come join us for Oscar Wilde’s classic Trivial Comedy for Serious People: The Importance of Being Earnest presented by The Picnic Theatre Company! Enjoy cocktails, refreshments and music. Proceeds benefit Dumbarton House and Courage for Kids. There are three chances to see the performance: Wednesday June 13, 2018 Thursday June 14, 2018 Friday June 15, […]
Celebrating our 11th Annual Food event at NIH Main Campus in Bethesda. Come out to CANIH’s Invigorate Day for Caribbean Food and Local and International Craft Vendors, Reggae Zumba, Entertainment and Door Prizes!! Government-Issued Photo ID required. FREE. Event is a collaboration with NIH R&W and the Caribbean-American Chamber of Commerce in the DMV [ […]
Enjoy the longest day of the year outside in our gardens! Play Quoits and Battledore on the lawn as you sip on cocktails and enjoy live music. Free food and cash bar provided by Geppetto Catering.
Salute the longest day of the year as we celebrate the Summer Solstice. Everything and everyone will be decked in white under the stars and twinkling lights. Our menu will feature summertime favorite cocktails, pastas, grilled meats and seafood, salads and of course, our house-made gelato. Bring a white accessory along for even more fun! […]
Join craft cocktail expert, Dan Burke and sommelier, Mandie Silver, to experience a new take on your favorite cocktails, and taste the cool wines of the Pacific Northwest. $59 (all […]
Delight in Regency inspired films during our 7th Annual Jane Austen Film Festival under the summer stars in Dumbarton House’s historic North Garden. Tickets are $6 per film or $20 […]
Unwind after work with classic arcade sports, ballpark food and tours of amazing athletes in the exhibition Champions.
Join us for this FREE “can’t miss” festival of the summer on July 14 from 3-8pm! It’s a day packed with Mini Golf, Photobooth Fun, Glitter Tattoos, Bubble Mania, Balloon […]
Try a variety of spirit tastings while smoking a cigar outdoors on our piazza. Bring your own cigar, or enjoy one courtesy of JR Cigars.
Delight in Regency inspired films during our 7th Annual Jane Austen Film Festival under the summer stars in Dumbarton House’s historic North Garden. Tickets are $6 per film or $20 […]
July is the month of Janeites at Dumbarton House. Come for the opportunity to create your own Jane Austen inspired masterpiece, learn about what was going on in America during […]
Join us for our annual Twilight Tastings celebration of locally brewed beer and blended wines on July 21 at 6:00 p.m.This much anticipated festival is bigger and better this year […]
Our furry friends bring us so much joy and companionship. This night, don't leave them home - bring yours out for a date. You bring the pet; we supply the […]
Delight in Regency inspired films during our 7th Annual Jane Austen Film Festival under the summer stars in Dumbarton House’s historic North Garden. Tickets are $6 per film or $20 […]
Escape the summer heat and enjoy a nice cold treat! Learn about ice cream, ice, cold dishes and how they kept things cold! Bring your sweet tooth and prepare for […]
Locals can swing by Shop Made in DC for a complimentary Lost Sock Roasters nitro cold brew coffee from the cart outside the store entrance, provided in partnership by Kimpton […]
Rise and shine! To celebrate the launch of a new partnership that supports the District's makers, Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants + Shop Made in DC are teaming up to offer […]
Delight in Regency inspired films during our 7th Annual Jane Austen Film Festival under the summer stars in Dumbarton House’s historic North Garden. Tickets are $6 per film or $20 […]
If all this rain is making you blue, get out of the house and join our party. For just $39 you can try flat breads; fried chicken; cheese, tomato and […]
Let your hair down, grab your boogie shoes and join us for a night you won't forget! Come dance to live disco tunes (brought to you by APO musicians and […]
Join us for our communal dinner under the stars as we recapture the sense of camaraderie and merriment unique to the centuries-old Palio di Siena horse race festivities.
Please join Savor Strategies and featured speakers Andrew Limberg of Rose's Restaurant Group and Ellen Kassoff Gray of Equinox Restaurant, to learn how to transition your top performing employees into management roles. We will focus on the tools, resources, and skills needed to develop successful leaders. Successful restaurateurs agree that one of the best ways […]
Meet an icon of Italian wine culture, Pio Boffa, and his daughter, Federica, representing the next generation of Italian vintners, as they introduce their renowned wines and talk of the path forward. Taste 6 exceptional wines while grazing on specialties from i Ricchi’s Antipasto Table. $39(exclusive tax & tip).
Join us in welcoming the 2018 Polo Classic players to Middleburg! Greenhill Winery & Vineyards will host a “Meet the Players” event on Thursday, September 6 from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. - Wine & Hors d’Oeuvres(Cash Bar) RSVP by September 4 - Visit greenhillvineyards.com/reservations and search by date. This event features a Polo Fashion Preview […]
Savor wines from esteemed vintners from the D.C. area and beyond, all while supporting the life-saving efforts at the Zoo and worldwide. At this wild event, enjoy an acoustic show by D.C.-based folk/pop duo Sweater Set, handcrafted goods and animal encounters.
Celebrate Georgetown’s Scottish Heritage with a Scotch Tasting at Scottish Heritage Night at Dumbarton House. Guests will enjoy live music, food, broadsword demonstrations and dance performances. Not sure of your Scottish Heritage? Come and look up your family Tartan and try your hand at draping a kilt. In Partnership with The Saint Andrews Society and […]
Our popular food festival outdoors at Tudor Place in Georgetown features heritage food and drink, outdoor music and games, and ties to local history. Back by popular demand: the Foggy Bottom Whomp Stompers will be entertaining all with live Prohibition-era jazz at the event! Brews, Booze & Bites on Saturday, September 22 from 1 - […]
The third annual Brews, Booze & Bites is Saturday, September 22 from 1 pm to 4 pm. Spend the first day of fall in the historic gardens of Tudor Place in Georgetown, enjoying unlimited grazing on heritage and artisanal foods, spirits, wines, beers, and desserts. Live jazz, lawn games, scavenger hunt, and museum visits too. […]
It’s a fair like no other! Join us for our three-day celebration of all things handmade. Over 100 juried artisans from across the country gather in the National Landmark of Waterford, Virginia to exhibit and demonstrate jewelry, clothing, furniture, and home décor craft. It’s your chance to touch, feel, and explore high-quality American craft and […]
It’s a fair like no other! Join us for our three-day celebration of all things handmade. Over 100 juried artisans from across the country gather in the National Landmark of Waterford, Virginia to exhibit and demonstrate jewelry, clothing, furniture, and home décor craft. It’s your chance to touch, feel, and explore high-quality American craft and […]
The first-ever Love Beer Festival, which takes place in Washington, D.C. near Yards Park on Oct.6-7, is a celebration of great beer and the passionate people who brew it. The festival is a family-friendly event open to all beer lovers at no cost, giving D.C.-area residents a chance to explore their craft beer curiosities and […]
It’s a fair like no other! Join us for our three-day celebration of all things handmade. Over 100 juried artisans from across the country gather in the National Landmark of Waterford, Virginia to exhibit and demonstrate jewelry, clothing, furniture, and home décor craft. It’s your chance to touch, feel, and explore high-quality American craft and […]
Continuing the annual tradition of celebrating the seasons, we invite you to join us on the Piazza for our Welcome Autumn Dinner. Join us for the last dinner of the year under the stars and twinkling lights. $79 (exclusive tax and tip).
Paint the Town Red is a special evening dedicated to raising much-needed funds in support of the mission of the American Heart Association – to be a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives. The night features specialty cocktails, light food bites, music, dancing and a silent auction. For more information on the […]
Celebrate Día de los Muertos After Hours at the National Museum of the American Indian. The museum opens its doors for a free late-night event during the three-day festival dedicated […]
You're invited to the opening reception of the art exhibition, Kristina King: Atmospheric Works, in Via Umbria's second floor art gallery in Georgetown. Venue: Via Umbria Galleria 1525 Wisconsin Avenue, […]
Profs and Pints presents: "The Story of American Cooking," an examination of our nation's culinary and eating habits over time, with Allen Pietrobon, adjunct professor of modern American history at American University and visiting professor at Trinity Washington University. Want to be a big hit at the dinner table this Thanksgiving? Impress folks with your […]
Enjoy a traditional Thanksgiving dinner in Degrees Bistro featuring a four course prix fix meal with choice of oven roasted turkey or grilled 12 oz. prime angus rib eye for $75 per person. Guests are invited to upgrade their experience for $20 per person to include tableside wine service featuring a selection of red, white […]
Make spirits bright this holiday season at Friends of the National Zoo’s (FONZ’s) annual BrewLights bash! From 6 to 9 p.m. on Nov. 29, come to the Smithsonian’s National Zoo for a one-night only craft beer event. Guests will enjoy unlimited tastings from more than 40 breweries and sample complimentary snacks, all under the twinkling […]
You're invited to celebrate Holidays through History with Anderson House, Dumbarton House, and Woodrow Wilson House, this Friday, November 30th. Enjoy tours of three festively decorated historic houses, enjoy historic cocktails unique to each site, and celebrate the season with music, activities, and food. Reservations suggested; purchase tickets at dumbartonhouse.org/events Friday, November 30th from 5:30-8:30 […]
The Bella Italia Market, a marketplace of quality Italian goods and services, will take place on Sat., Dec. 1 from 10 am to 6 pm, and Sun. Dec. 2 from 10 am to 5 pm. There will be a Designer Fashion Show with original Italian designs on Sat. Dec. 1 at 4 pm. The Market […]
Join us for the 13th annual MetroCooking DC Show! Spend the day experiencing the many culinary highlights of MetroCooking DC. Enjoy celebrity chef cooking demos by Emeril Lagasse & Carla Hall, appearances by Lidia Bastianich & Bethenny Frankel, shopping from 250+ specialty food vendors, unlimited samples from DC’s hottest restaurants in the Grand Tasting, hands-on […]
Come on a Netwalk with Senior Attorney, Jonathan Parthum and learn why Intellectual Property (IP) protection should not be neglected in a crowded marketplace. IP is one of the most important tools for growing your business during the formation and development of the business. Seeking IP protection late in the business lifecycle can lead to […]
An exhibition that features artwork from local artists across a variety of mediums. Hosted by Julian Wines, the goal of each event is to create an intimate atmosphere where guests can interact with featured artists and their work. Enjoy select varietals from Julian Wines paired with the finest hors d’ oeuvres by Chef Maziar Farivar […]
An exhibition that features artwork from local artists across a variety of mediums. Hosted by Julian Wines, the goal of each event is to create an intimate atmosphere where guests can interact with featured artists and their work. Enjoy select varietals from Julian Wines paired with the finest hors d’ oeuvres by Chef Maziar Farivar […]
Join Chef David Deshaies and the staff at Central Michel Richard for Sweet Hope, a Dessert Reception, to benefit the children of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. The tradition continues […]
Please join us for a presentation on the innovation of school lunch by Dan Giusti, Whittle School & Studios Executive Chef in Residence. Following his career as Executive Chef at 1789 in Georgetown and Noma in Copenhagen (the number one restaurant in the world), Giusti founded Brigaid, a company dedicated to changing the standard of […]
AF is the pop-up that combines the best of a food and beverage smorgasbord with a fashion and lifestyle flea market. AF puts a spotlight on authentic, high quality products and experiences, and connects makers and startups within the fashion, food, lifestyle, and home industries directly with consumers, creating a fun and engaging marketplace. Just […]
Be part of an Italian-American Christmas Eve tradition Friday-Saturday, December 21-22 and Monday, December 24, 5:30-10 pm! Experience our modern interpretation of this classic culinary celebration when we feature 7 course with 7 (more likely 9 or 10) varieties of fish. Call (202) 835-0459 for reservations.
Be part of an Italian-American Christmas Eve tradition Friday-Saturday, December 21-22 and Monday, December 24, 5:30-10 pm! Experience our modern interpretation of this classic culinary celebration when we feature 7 course with 7 (more likely 9 or 10) varieties of fish. Call (202) 835-0459 for reservations.
Be part of an Italian-American Christmas Eve tradition Friday-Saturday, December 21-22 and Monday, December 24, 5:30-10 pm! Experience our modern interpretation of this classic culinary celebration when we feature 7 course with 7 (more likely 9 or 10) varieties of fish. Call (202) 835-0459 for reservations.
Celebrate the holidays amongst family and loved ones with an artisan-inspired traditional Christmas dinner in Degrees Bistro featuring a four course prix fix meal for $75 per person. Guests are invited to upgrade their experience for $20 per person to include tableside wine service featuring a selection of red, white and sparkling wine. For reservations, […]
Ring in the new year the Italian way by dining on lentils, as a symbol of wealth, and pork, as a symbol of life’s fullness. Complimentary flute of Italian sparkling. We will have hats, noisemakers, confetti, streamers and floating balloons galore!
Friday, January 11 at 7:30 p.m. St. Paul’s Episcopal Church 228 S Pitt Street Alexandria, VA 22314 James Ross, Music Director Tickets: $40 adult, $5 youth www.alexsym.org or 703-548-0885 Members of the Alexandria Symphony Orchestra, led by Music Director James Ross, present this special evening of Brandenburg Concertos in the intimate setting of St. Paul’s […]
Profs and Pints presents: “Nation of Drunkards,” a history of alcohol in America, with Matthew R. Pembleton, adjunct lecturer at American University, fellow at the DC Policy Center, and author of Containing Addiction: The Federal Bureau of Narcotics and the Origins of America’s Global Drug War. The United States has often been described as a […]
Church hall, located in the heart of Georgetown at Georgetown Park, is excited to be hosting Georgetown Athletics’ official away game watch parties in partnership with Fox Sports! Dates for the events are listed below. Church Hall is Georgetown’s leading beer hall and works closely with locally breweries to ensure a wide selection of beers […]
Church hall, located in the heart of Georgetown at Georgetown Park, is excited to be hosting Georgetown Athletics’ official away game watch parties in partnership with Fox Sports! Dates for the events are listed below. Church Hall is Georgetown’s leading beer hall and works closely with locally breweries to ensure a wide selection of beers […]
This Sunday, Church Hall in Georgetown – one of D.C.’s leading beer halls and sports bars – is hosting a day dedicated to sports, showing the Georgetown Hoyas Men’s Basketball Watch Party at 12:00pm, followed by the 2019 Super Bowl Game. It’s bound to be a day to remember! Located at Georgetown Park, Church Hall […]
The Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Indian holds its annual Chocolate Festival in February. From the blossoms of the cacao tree which grows in Mesoamerica, the Maya culture developed chocolate. This program will introduce visitors to indigenous symbols and images representing cacao throughout pre-Columbian history and invite participants to make an art-inspired piece. Participants […]
Thirty years ago, Christianne & Francesco Ricchi came to DC to introduce the authentic Italian cuisine they served in their iconic country trattoria outside of Florence. They are reuniting to create a six-course, Tuscan extravaganza to celebrate this milestone. Join them for a communal feast of Ricchi family favorites of rustic Italian country cooking. Come […]
Join Anthony Kearns, Ireland’s foremost tenor and member of The PBS super-group, The Irish Tenors, for a sensational afternoon as he kicks off the Spring Season, and celebration of the […]
Join Anthony Kearns, Ireland’s foremost tenor and member of The PBS super-group, The Irish Tenors, for a sensational afternoon as he kicks off the Spring Season, and celebration of the […]
Put your heartbreak aside and let the memory of your ex go to shreds with The SALLY! On Thursday, February 14, The SALLY – the new American-fusion eatery at The […]
Church hall, located in the heart of Georgetown at Georgetown Park, is excited to be hosting Georgetown Athletics’ official away game watch parties in partnership with Fox Sports! Dates for […]
Under the patronage of His Excellency, Gérard Araud, Ambassador of France to the United States, le Comité Tricolore is very proud to organize its very first Dîner du Siècle - […]
Join Anthony Kearns, Ireland’s foremost tenor and member of The PBS super-group, The Irish Tenors, for a sensational afternoon as he kicks off the Spring Season, and celebration of the […]
OCRA is the largest investor in ovarian cancer outside of the U.S. government and “Turn Up the Heat” is the organization’s hallmark fundraiser, raising critical funds for research and serving […]
Let the good times roll. Don your Mardi Gras beads for the Cathedral Choral Society's annual spring gala. Festivities include a cocktail hour, seated dinner, performances by Cathedral Choral Society […]
Come for a bit of fun, bite of pizza and info about the best camp program! Camp Tall Timbers is proud to be voted as "Best of Bethesda" in the […]
Profs and Pints presents: “Speaking of Speakeasies,” a discussion of prohibition and its boozy effects, with Allen Pietrobon, adjunct professor of modern American history at American University and visiting professor […]
March 20: 630pm, Goodstone Inn presents the Farm and Vine Dinner, with RdV. featuring RdV Vineyards and Border Springs Farm:The Farm and Vine Dinner Series features local farmers and premiere vineyards to […]
Come celebrate your new favorite holiday: New Beers Eve! On April 7th, 1933 beer productions was once again made legal in the US, marking the imminent end of prohibition. Join us with local beer historians in tasting a wide variety of local beers, ciders, and snacks. This is the day to honor your right to […]
Lynn Boggess' tactile landscapes consist of seemingly endless layers of thick, lush paint. In his landscapes Lynn captures the rushing movement of water, snowy hillsides, the rigidness of trees, the vibrancy of changing leaves, and the mood of each season. Boggess titles each painting the date they were created. "Titling paintings the date they were […]
Tailgate and picnic with fashionable Middleburg crowd all while watching the thrilling sport of horse racing. The Middleburg Spring Races is an exciting and fun event in our historic Virginia horse country. The fun is coming on April 20!
Take a break and bring your lunch to the Pavilion to celebrate the great weather and National Picnic Day. Enjoy entertainment, treats, and a fun picnic atmosphere. Restaurant offers from Balducci's, Le Pain Quotidien, Peet's Coffee, and Ted's Bulletin.
Capital Harvest on the Plaza (CHoP) Market continues to offer a wide range of fruits, flowers and vegetables from local farms, along with baked goods, coffee, ice cream and other […]
Honor the favorite women in your life with a breakfast fit for a queen at Sanderling Resort’s Lifesaving Station. Treat Mom to the “best breakfast on the Outer Banks” with […]
ZooFari: Bite Night, a benefit for wildlife sponsored by GEICO, returns to the Smithsonian’s National Zoo on May 16 from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Boasting the city’s best restaurants, one-of-a-kind animal […]
It's that time of year again! Geoffrey Johnson returns for his solo exhibition on Friday, May 17th! We will be exhibiting twenty new paintings by Johnson, with many of them […]
SAVOR: An American Craft Beer & Food Experience will return to Washington D.C. this May for the 12th year. Presented by the Brewers Association (BA), SAVOR marries flavor-forward, independent craft […]
SAVOR: An American Craft Beer & Food Experience will return to Washington D.C. this May for the 12th year. Presented by the Brewers Association (BA), SAVOR marries flavor-forward, independent craft […]
Join us at a Garden Luncheon with lauded interior designer and author of Dazzling Design, Amanda Nisbet of Amanda Nisbet Design. Nisbet, a self-described "color whisperer," has an inherent ability to create spaces that are simultaneously comfortable and elegant. Enjoy a lovely lunch with friends under the tent on the sprawling South Lawn, and a […]
Tickets on sale NOW for the Middleburg Barn Equestrian Festival on Saturday, June 1st! Enjoy competitive show jumping, craft beer and wine tasting, live entertainment on two stages, an antique auto exhibition, pony rides for the kids, and fantastic food from some of the best food trucks in the region! General Admission currently just $8. […]
GC Myers is returning for his 20th solo exhibition! Myers is one of our longest represented artists, he began showing with us in 1997 and has remained a gallery staple. GC Myers is a self-taught contemporary artist living in the Finger Lakes region of New York. He was led to painting in mid-life through an […]
Use coupon code HAPPY to save on tickets! The Night Nation Run is the World’s first Running Music Festival. An ultimate blend of a Music Festival and a Fun Run. […]
Hold onto your brews. Before they go extinct, snag your tickets to this year’s dinosaur-themed Brew at the Zoo—an all-you-can-drink craft beer event on July 18 from 6-9 p.m. Join […]
The National Museum of the American Indian celebrates the first Saturday of summer—“Solstice Saturday”— beginning with an afternoon of Andean music, dance and family friendly activities celebrating the Great Inka […]
Profs and Pints presents: “A History of Meat Mimicry,” with Adam Shprintzen, assistant professor of history at Marywood University and author of The Vegetarian Crusade: The Rise of an American […]
Join us for our annual Bastille Day fundraiser! The 2019 edition of Bastille Day will celebrate the Tour de France, one of the world’s largest bicycle races. Guests will be […]
Come see Dumbarton House in a whole new light. As we celebrate the works of Jane Austen with our annual Jane Austen Film Festival, we invite you to enjoy a Jane Austen Garden Party featuring period lawn games and Austen inspired crafts. This happy hour includes a cash bar, light refreshments by Geppetto Catering, free […]
Join MentorPrize for their inaugural Bartender Battle showdown! Come sip, nosh, mingle, and watch Washington’s best bar talents battle it out with their own signature cocktails. Doors open at 7:30pm at MakeOffices at the Wharf, 800 Maine Ave SW Suite 200, Washington, DC 20024. All proceeds directly support MentorPrize’s mission to recruit mentors for disadvantaged […]
Profs and Pints presents: “Britain Beneath the Frosting,” a look at Brexit, baking shows, and other ingredients of a troubled empire, with Sam Wetherell, lecturer on British and World History at the University of York. Through TV shows, tourist attractions, children’s books, and royal marriages, Britain has done a clever job of rebranding itself and […]
You are invited to the free three-day Kaypi Peru Festival at the National Museum of the American Indian. This event highlights the South American nation’s rich and diverse cultural heritage and traditional arts. Kaypi Peru ,which means “This is Peru” in the indigenous Quechua language, includes various cultural demonstrations such as crafts and arts by […]
We're thrilled to announce this year's Citi Taste of Tennis DC, the official player party for the Citi Open, happening July 29th, 2019 from 7:00pm-10pm at The Hamilton Live! This year is the 20th anniversary of the Citi Taste of Tennis series, and our second year celebrating in the nation's capital. At the event, guests […]
On August 8, Baltimore Magazine is hosting a party with event beneficiary The Family Tree, a nonprofit with a mission to end child abuse and neglect which will receive a […]
Austin-based NadaMoo! dairy-free ice cream is inviting the DC community to Share Something Real by following them in real life as the team heads offline and on the road with […]
