Annual Events DC Nation’s Triathlon returns to Washington DC onSeptember 11, 2016. The prestigious event will again host sprint and Olympics distances and is renowned for a scenic course that winds through the National Mall and Memorial Parks. The triathlon includes a swim in the Potomac River and bike course through the streets of Washington and along Rock Creek and Potomac Parkway. The race finishes with a run along the water and a spectacular finish south of the FDR Memorial.
3,300 triathletes
· 59% men and 41% women participating
· 41 states and 10 countries represented
Expo and Packet Pickup- Omni Shoreham Hotel,2500 Calvert Street NW, Washington, DC 20008
Race Day – West Potomac Park, West Basin Dr SW, Washington, DC 20024
Expo and Packet Pickup
o Friday, September 9 3:00pm-7:00pm
o Saturday, September 10 10:00am- 5:00pm
· Race Day– Sunday, September 11
o 7:00 am – Olympic Race Starts
o 8:30 am – Sprint Race Starts
o 11:30 am – Awards Ceremony
Race Weekend Details:
· Events DC Nation’s Triathlon features Sprint and Olympic distance events. The triathlon features a swim, bike, and run through the monument corridor, before finishing at West Potomac Park. Participants will receive a finisher’s medal, technical t-shirt, post-race breakfast and complimentary massages.
· Races-Within-a-Race: The Events DC Nation’s Triathlon features several Races-Within-a-Race including a First Responders’ Challenge, Tri Club Challenge, Herbalife Congressional Challenge, and Military and Uniformed Services Challenge. There is also a Collegiate Challenge as part of the sprint race.
· The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society returns as the official and exclusive charity of the event; Nation’s Triathlon is the only triathlon in the country to benefit research toward a cure for blood cancers. Through the Team In Training program, participants have raised more than $14 million for blood cancer research and patient service programs.
· Meter Marked Buoy System: The race features a comprehensive swim buoy system, which marks every 100 meter of the swim course for both the Sprint and Olympic distances. The buoy system provides clear swim course sighting for participants and enhances general water safety measures.
· Sport & Fitness Expo: Focal point of all pre-race activities where all participants pick up race packets, attend safety briefings and mingle through the exhibitors and sponsors at the Expo. The Sport & Fitness Expo is openFriday, September 9 3:00pm-7:00pm and Saturday September 10 10:00am – 5:00pm.
· Finish Line Festival: Located in West Potomac Park, the Finish Line Festival will feature entertainment and live music for the whole family. The Awards Ceremony will conclude the festival at 11:30 am.
SHOW JUMPING’S SUPERSTARS IN COSTUMES
- Thursday, October 26 (7:00-10:30pm): Barn Night reigns as groups of horse-crazy enthusiasts come to Capital One Arena to cheer on their favorite riders. Riders can go all out for their costumes: painting their horse, wearing masks, and donning laugh-out-loud attire. Horse lovers will have a chance to enter contests, win great prizes, and enjoy a fun, horse-filled evening of exciting jumping competition.
The Washington Tennis & Education Foundation (WTEF)is hosting its annual Tennis Ball on Saturday, April 21 at the Ritz-Carlton, Washington, D.C. to support underserved DC youth becoming champions on and off the court.
This premiere event will kick off with a VIP Round Robin Tennis Tournament at WTEF’s East Capitol Campus, 200 Stoddert Place, SE and will culminate with an elegant evening of silent and live auctions, dinner and an awards program. This gala supports WTEF’s academic and athletic enrichment programs for youth in need in the District.
Willis Thomas Jr., a founding father of WTEF and the first African-American tennis talent from the DC area, will receive the Lifetime Achievement Award for his life’s work of coaching and mentoring WTEF scholars and building tennis programs in the community. Donald Dell, co-founder of the Washington Tournament now known as the Citi Open, will also receive the Champion of Tennis Award. As the Washington Tournament celebrates its 50thedition this year, the WTEF honors Dell for his contributions to tennis, and his foresight of giving the tournament’s charter to the Foundation to help DC-area children learn to love tennis while excelling in school.
This year’s gala is generously presented by Citi.
WHAT: 2018 Tennis Ball
WHEN: April 21, 2018; 6 -10 p.m.
WHERE: Ritz-Carlton, Washington, D.C. – 1150 22ndSt. NW
WHO: Willis Thomas, Jr.
Donald Dell
Guests are invited to experience the “Greatest Two Minutes in Sports” tradition in Jardenea Lounge on Saturday, May 5, from 3 p.m. – 7 p.m., offering partygoers and racing enthusiasts an authentic Derby Day program including:
- A live screening of the Kentucky Derby race
- Chance to place their bets on this year’s top thoroughbreds at no cover charge
- Classic derby cocktails including:
- Mint Juleps
- Bacon Old Fashioned’s with in-house bacon infused whiskey
In celebration of the 144th Kentucky Derby, relaxed Adams Morgan wine bar Jug & Table will be hosting a happy hour watch party from 5:00pm-7:00pm on May 5, 2018. While donning their most fashionable hats and seersucker suits, guests can enjoy 25% off rosé bottles and Distillery Lane Ciderworks Woodberry cider bottles, as well as $7 Kentucky Punch cocktails. Walk-ins to Jug & Table at 2446 18th St NW are welcome, although guests inquiring about seating availability can call 202-232-7663.
Jug & Table
2446 18th Street NW
Washington, DC
Washington Redskins teammates — cornerback Josh Norman and tight end Vernon Davis — announce that they will co-host the fifth annual White Party benefiting the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Washington (BGCGW) and Norman’s Starz24 Foundation.
The highly anticipated summer soiree, originated by former Redskins player Pierre Garçon and with a head-to-toe all-white dress code, is taking place on Saturday, June 2 at Decades (1219 Connecticut Avenue NW). The sleekly-decorated rooftop boasts palm trees, tropical plants and greenery-covered privacy walls across the 2,500-square foot space, making for the perfect backdrop for the evening.
Local pro athletes, NFL executives, community leaders and Washington VIPs will rub elbows for a good cause, helping to raise money for BGCGW and Starz24 that will foster a new generation of innovative and talented future leaders nationwide.
“As a native Washingtonian, I have always wanted the best for my city, so giving back in this way is personally important for me,” says Davis. “It feels amazing knowing that our event will help make dreams come true for some of Washington’s best and brightest kids.”
“My Starz24 Foundation is all about developing future skills in our young people and the White Party will help us widen that reach,” adds Norman. “When Vernon and I talked about teaming up to make this event a reality, I knew we could have a real impact by working together.”
The White Party will feature a premium open bar, passed hors d’oeuvres donated by Barcode and a live auction.
With the help of top sponsors, Norman and Davis look forward to a night of fun and fundraising for BGCGW and Starz24 Foundation and the important work they do. Tickets are available for $100-$150 and can be purchased at https://www.
Event Details:
- Date: Saturday, June 2
- Time: 7 to 11 pm
- Location: Decades DC, 1219 Connecticut Avenue NW
- Ticket info:
- VIP tickets including rooftop access: $150
- General admission tickets including 3rd floor access: $100
- To purchase, tickets visit: https://www.
eventnation.co/event/ VernonDavisJoshNormanWhitePart y
The DC Bar Foundation is partnering with the Washington Nationals to hostBaseball for Justice on August 21st at 5:30 p.m. This is our first year hosting the event and it promises to be a great time in support of access to justice for all DC’s residents.
Baseball for Justice includes a pre-game reception and baseline box seats for $150/ticket. We also have 4 special tickets for $250, which include the opportunity to come down to the field to hold the finish line tape for the legendary Presidents’ Race!
More information about the event is available here. If you have any questions, please contact at events@dcbarfoundation.org.
Patriot Harley-Davidson, 9739 Fairfax Boulevard, will host a special Redskins viewing party on Sunday, December 16, from 12:30 p.m. to 4 p.m., and meet & greet with former Redskin and Hall of Famer, Darrell Green. The event is FREE and open to the public.
Watch the 1 p.m. Redskins/Jaguars game on a big screen while you check out the Harley-Davidson motorcycles. Darrell Green will be available for pictures throughout the event and will take part in a half-time Q&A session.
Additionally, photos that can be autographed, will be available in exchange for a new, unused, unwrapped toy donation for the Sheehy Toys for Tots toy drive, or $25 in Harley-Davidson merchandise purchased that day. These photos are the only items Green will autograph.
Sports memorabilia including Green’s Hall of Fame Bust and Jacket will also be on display, along with Green’s custom Redskins-themed Harley-Davidson. The TEAM 980 Street Team will also be on-hand to keep the party going.
For more information visit www.patriothd.com or call 703-352-5400.
