Feb
14
Sun
Bite Me: A Pairing Menu of Local Provisions & Concoctions @ Harper Macaw Chocolate Factory
Feb 14 @ 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Indulge your senses while enjoying some local DC love. Curated and hosted by Harper Macaw, DC’s new chocolate factory in Northeast, this incredibly unique collaboration pairing of local eats and drinks includes 16 local makers and purveyors in a 4 course fixed pairing menu.

Local purveyors include Atlas Brew Works, Baku Beverage, Capital Kambucha, Compass Coffee, Dangerously Delicious Pies, DC Brau, Element [Shrub], Gordy’s Pickle Jar, Harper Macaw, Leonora Bakery (Northside Social), On Rye, Pie Sisters, Red Apron, Sona Creamery, True Tonics and wines provided by Schneider’s of Capitol Hill.

This event is not restricted to couples. Groups and singles are welcome. Tickets are listed asper person, so be sure to select the correct number of tickets.

Guests must be 21+ Please bring a government issued form of ID; we will be verifying age upon entry.

Whenever possible, we suggest guests arrive and depart via ride share services such as Lyft, Uber, or taxi. Public transportation to the factory is limited to bus lines from the Rhode Island and Brookland Metro stops.  Guest parking is available at the factory and at neighboring retail parking lots. If you drive please drink alcohol in moderation.

WHERE
Harper Macaw Chocolate Factory – 3160 Bladensburg Road Northeast Washington, DC 20018 – View Map

 

 

Feb
19
Fri
Gilt City Warehouse Sale @ Dock 5 at Union Market
Feb 19 @ 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
  • About the Gilt City Warehouse Sale:

    Dates: Friday, February 19, Saturday, February 20th

    Location: Dock5 at Union Market; 1309 5th Street NE, Washington, DC 20002

    Tickets on sale now at: https://www.giltcity.com/dc/gcwarehousefeb16

    • The most indulgent party of the season returns, complete with cocktails and hundreds of the hottest brands for women, men, kids and the home—all at up to 80% off retail.
    • Women can look forward to on-trend must-haves from ISSA, Temperley London, Maje, Sandro, Derek Lam, Helmut Lang, Lanvin, Prada and Valentino.
    • For men, think Tom Ford, Paul Smith, John Varvatos and GANT.
    • This sale will spotlight spring dresses for every occasion. Check out racks of little back dresses and Oscar-worthy gowns. You can also score dresses under $100 from your favorite designers.
    • As you explore the racks, sip on cocktails and prosecco. You can also enjoy several flavor combinations of popchips and Luna Bars.
    • Leave your bag and jacket at home, skip the coat-check line and head straight through the FastPass entrance to navigate the constantly replenished racks.
    • Guests can purchase tickets to shop at https://www.giltcity.com/dc/gcwarehousefeb1
6th Annual Political Cartoon Exhibit “Road to the White House”
Feb 19 @ 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
6th Annual Political Cartoon Exhibit “Road to the White House”
With a touch of humor and art, Art Soiree takes a look at the candidates and the hottest debate topics surrounding 2016 US Presidential Elections. Presenting over 100 best published pre-election cartoons by 7 of the best editorial and political cartoonists from the world’s top newspapers, magazines & syndicates:
KEVIN “KAL” KALLAUGHER (The Economist), TOM TOLES (Washington Post), MATT WUERKER (Politico), DARYL CAGLE (Cagle Cartoons Inc.), JIMMY MARGULIES (AM New York and Newsday), CHRISTO KOMARNITSKI (Sega), ROBERT L. ARIAIL (The State)
Friday, February 19th at 8pm
Saturday, February 20th at 8pm 
3100 South Street NW, Washington DC 20007
Event benefits Cartoonist Rights Network International (CRNI)
Artists will be available for interview on the site and signed prints and originals of cartoons on display will be available for purchase.
Feb
20
Sat
Apres Ski DC @ Hawthorne
Feb 20 @ 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Après Ski DC
#ApresSkiDC
Saturday, February 20, 5-8PM
Hawthorne, 1336 U St. NW, Washington DC 90009
You’re invited to an Après Ski party, because the best part of skiing is what happens after…It’s time to dig out your best ski lodge attire, don your mittens and earmuffs, and join Three Day Rule , DC’s hottest matchmaking company, and Clicked, a professional networking club, for the biggest party of 2016 yet! 
 
Hawthorne, U Street corridor’s newest hotspot that opened last month, will be a snowflake-filled winter wonderland cool enough to wear your fur hoods, but warm enough inside their glass enclosed rooftop to enjoy Après Ski cocktails (like the Après Bourbon Snowcap) with $5-$6 beer and wines until 7PM. We’ll even have a shot-ski!
 
Not sure about Après Ski attire? You can find some inspiration here and if you’re not sure what a shot-ski is, here you go. We can’t wait to see all you rugged ski bums and sexy ski bunnies! #ApresSkiDC

 

Gilt City Warehouse Sale @ Dock 5 at Union Market
Feb 20 @ 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
  • About the Gilt City Warehouse Sale:

    Dates: Friday, February 19, Saturday, February 20th

    Location: Dock5 at Union Market; 1309 5th Street NE, Washington, DC 20002

    Tickets on sale now at: https://www.giltcity.com/dc/gcwarehousefeb16

    • The most indulgent party of the season returns, complete with cocktails and hundreds of the hottest brands for women, men, kids and the home—all at up to 80% off retail.
    • Women can look forward to on-trend must-haves from ISSA, Temperley London, Maje, Sandro, Derek Lam, Helmut Lang, Lanvin, Prada and Valentino.
    • For men, think Tom Ford, Paul Smith, John Varvatos and GANT.
    • This sale will spotlight spring dresses for every occasion. Check out racks of little back dresses and Oscar-worthy gowns. You can also score dresses under $100 from your favorite designers.
    • As you explore the racks, sip on cocktails and prosecco. You can also enjoy several flavor combinations of popchips and Luna Bars.
    • Leave your bag and jacket at home, skip the coat-check line and head straight through the FastPass entrance to navigate the constantly replenished racks.
    • Guests can purchase tickets to shop at https://www.giltcity.com/dc/gcwarehousefeb1
Paul Reiser at Howard Theatre @ Howard Theatre
Feb 20 @ 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM

On SaturdayFebruary 20, the historic Howard Theatre (620 T St. NW, DC) will host comedic actor, writer and producer Paul Reiser for an evening of “Comedy at the Howard” at 8 p.m. Reiser, a film and television veteran who’s been nominated for an Emmy, Golden Globe, American Comedy Award and Screen Actors Guild Award, continues to add to his list of accomplishments as a stand-up comedian. Tickets to see the Mad About You star are $35 for general, fully seated admission. VIP tickets are $75 per ticket for a booth (must buy four tickets).

Feb
21
Sun
Lights, Camera, I Do! @ Bethesda Marriott
Feb 21 @ 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Premier full-service event company Exclusively Entertainment invites D.C. metro area brides and grooms to “Lights. Camera. I DO!” a unique staged wedding event on Sunday, February 21 at the recently renovated Bethesda Marriott (5151 Pooks Hill Road). From Noon to 6pm, soon-to-be newlyweds will have the opportunity to attend a mock “wedding” and meet 50+ top-rated hair, makeup, gown & tuxedo, catering and floral vendors and more at the intimate bridal showcase.
 
From Noon to 3 p.m., ticketed “Wedding Guests” will enjoy “The Ceremony,” “The Cocktail Hour” and “The Reception.” From 3 to 6 p.m., “Wedding Crashers” — those who bypass the day’s earlier events — will have the opportunity to mingle with some of the area’s finest wedding professionals, such as HITCHED Bridal Couture, Nour Kazoun Make Up Artistry and Sareh Nouri New York among others.


Prices range from $60 for a pair of “Wedding Guest” passes to $15 for an individual “Wedding Crasher” ticket. To purchase tickets and to learn more about “Lights. Camera. I DO!” visit www.LightsCameraIDo.com


ABOUT EXCLUSIVELY ENTERTAINMENT:
Exclusively Entertainment is a full-service entertainment company in Washington D.C., combining superior service and products with personal client attention. The Wedding Wire and The Knot award-winning company is among the highest-rated entertainment companies in D.C., specializing in DJs, musicians, dancers, lighting, cinematography, event planning and more. Learn more about Exclusively Entertainment and its extensive vendor network at www.ExclusivelyEntertainment.com.
Feb
27
Sat
11th Annual Chance for Life @ Sphinx Club at Franklin Square
Feb 27 @ 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Chance For Life is back in a big way for our 11th Annual Charity Poker Tournament and party, and you’re invited to be a special guest!

A snowstorm didn’t stop it last year, as more than 325 joined us at the Sphinx Club to raise money for the Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation and pediatric cancer research.

This year, they’re going even bigger:

  • A 400-person poker tournament with the winner earning a spot in the 2016 World Series of Poker
  • Exclusive Wine & Chef’s Tasting with pairings created by Top Chef Alumni and renowned restaurateurs, Mike Isabella and Jen Carroll
  • An exciting after-party featuring a surprise musical guest for an old-school dance party like no other

 

Feb
28
Sun
Commissary’s 5th Annual Oscar Party @ Commissary
Feb 28 @ 4:00 PM – 11:59 PM

Commissary will host the fifth annual Oscar’s viewing party on Sunday, February 28, 2016 from 4:00 p.m. – 12:00 a.m. The viewing party will kick-off with the Red Carpet viewing from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m., featuring passed hors d’oeuvres while the red carpet arrivals show on a full wall projector before the 8:00 p.m. awards. The entire evening features a limited open bar and endless flowing champagne, as well as a dinner buffet with more than a dozen Oscar-themed savory and sweet offerings.

An Oscar ticket will include event entry with viewing from all three bar TVs and two full wall projectors, and unlimited food offerings throughout the evening inspired by each nominated movie.

There are only 80 tickets available for this event. Tickets will not be sold at the door and can be purchased only by going to Commissarydc.com at the online ticket site (full ticket options & details below).

Full ticket details are included below, and the full press release is attached.

Ticket Type

Red Carpet (4:00 – 8:00 p.m.) – $35 (including tax & gratuity) or $25 (without alcohol)

Oscar Inspired Open Bar Offerings

Passed Oscar Themed Hors d’oeuvres

Popcorn Bar

Endless champagne

 

Main Event (8:00 p.m. – 12:00 a.m.) – $65 (including tax & gratuity) or $55 (without alcohol)

Oscar Inspired Open Bar Offerings

Passed Oscar Themed Hors d’oeuvres

Popcorn Bar

Endless champagne

Various Food Stations featuring Oscar Inspired Dinner & Dessert Items

 

All Access VIP (4:00 p.m. – Close)

Red Carpet & Main Event Ticket – $90 (including tax & gratuity)

Includes Reserved Premium Seating

And the Oscar Goes To… @ W Hotel Living Room
Feb 28 @ 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
You’re invited to the W Hotel’s Living Room for an Oscar viewing party hosted by W Washington DC Insider, Rachel Loya

Sip on Specialty cocktails and savor Best Picture-themed bites
Dress to impress with Rent the Runway and strike the perfect pose for photographers on the red carpet

Get there early and submit a ballot for your winning picks. One lucky guest will be the real winner of the night with a one night stay in our Extreme Wow Suite.

 

The Living Room
Sunday, February 28th
7:00 PM

Use code RTRXWDC at Rent the Runway to receive 20% off
$10 specialty cocktails