Mar
23
Fri
SheROCKS HERStory @ DC Architecture Center
Mar 23 @ 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM

SheROCKS, D.C.’s premiere Women’s History Month event, is set to return to the District Architecture Center on Friday and Saturday, March 23rd – 24th, 2018. In addition to the jam-packed weekend of female empowerment, SheROCKS is proud to announce its national tour, which will kick off July 2018!

SheROCKS will maintain its core, continuing to champion, honor and highlight women achieving remarkable feats in the arts, business and tech industries; however, 2018 is the year of the SheROCKS expansion. To truly reach the masses and meet the demand for female artistry, SheROCKS will launch its national tour with stops in Los Angeles and New York! SheROCKS is one of the fastest growing events for emerging women artists and entrepreneurs, showcasing the nation’s abundant female talent,  while creating ways to accelerate support amongst women in business.

“We’re so excited for all that 2018 has in store for SheROCKS! We receive so many submissions from potential showcased artists in other cities who are unable to participate due to lack of travel resources, so to accommodate not only the talent but also broaden SheROCKS’ reach, we implemented the tour. And while D.C. will remain our homebase and kickoff city, we’re brimming with anticipation for what our LA and New York stops will bring!” says, Gaines.

SheROCKS’ two-day D.C. event itinerary includes: SheROCKS HERStory with Caressa JenningsSasha Nicole and Timea Gaines and VIP Pamper Party on March 23rd, and Power Brunch and Mixer and Main event on March 24th.

This years SheROCKS honorees include Guy-Blaché DuVernay SheROCKS Filmmakers of the Year,  Raven Irabor and Marissa LewisGreiman-Roberts SheROCKS Graphic Artist of the YearMachee KellyFrida Kahlo SheROCKS Artist of the YearJanai Marshall, and Annie Leibovitz SheROCKS Photographer of the Year, Nikki Cee.

From a local favorite to a Billboard Hot 100 headliner, SheROCKS’ 10 showcased artist cover the talent spectrum. After a nationwide call for submissions, it was narrowed down to the following 10 performers:

Singer, Tamara Jade, Singer, Patrice LIVE, Singer, Cramer Music, Lyricist, O-Slice, Artist, Addie Rawr, Singer, Brittanie Thomas, Dancer, Megan Atkinson of The Collectif Project, Artist, Cheyenne Sookoo, Artist, Nevada McQueen, Photographer, Felicia “Freya” Taylor.

Singer, songwriter and superhero, Roquois, will headline the event and perform tracks from her recently released debut album.

SheROCKS is brought to you by Prince George’s County Social Innovation Fund 40 Under 40 recipient,  Hello Beautiful Woman To Know 2017 and Love Life Media, LLC CEO and motivational speaker, Timea Gaines.

To view full list of performers, event schedulepurchase tickets or for additional information please visit SheRocksEvent.com. Stay in the loop using the hashtag #SheROCKS2018, and follow SheROCKS via Facebook, and @SheRocksEvent on Twitter and Instagram. Please contact publicist with media or interview requests.

One Journey Festival @ Warner Building
Mar 23 @ 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM

On March 23rd, the One Journey Team will host its biggest fundraiser yet and will be celebrating refugee entrepreneurship in the DC area.

Too often, we only hear the negative stories and portrayals of refugees. We are working to change that! Please join us in this effort by coming to our cocktail fundraiser, in support of the One Journey Festival on June 2nd at the Washington National Cathedral.

The fundraiser will showcase refugee entrepreneurship through food, art, and storytelling. It will feature food by refugee chefs (Foodhini), coffee by Sudanese refugees, art from refugees living in Greece, and inspiring stories shared by a variety of speakers including Dina Kawar, Her Excellency Ambassador of Jordan, Ahmad Ashkar (founder of Falafel Inc and Hult Prize Foundation) and refugees themselves.

They hope you can join in for this meaningful and impactful night. Get your ticket here and please bring your friends

*The event is being sponsored by Allianz, APCO, The Boston Consulting Group, Development Finance International, Global Works Foundation and Squire Patton Boggs.

Smithsonian at 8’s La Grande Fete @ La Maison Francaise
Mar 23 @ 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM

WHAT:  SMITHSONIAN at 8, in collaboration with Francophonie DC and the Embassy of France, presents La Grande Fête, the closing celebration of the 2018 DC Francophonie Cultural Festival.

WHEN: Friday, March 23, 7 p.m. to 11 p.m.

WHERE: La Maison Francaise at the Embassy of France, 4101 Reservoir Road, Washington, DC

Get ready for a spectacular party with a French accent. The annual Francophonie Cultural Festival spotlights the music, art, literature, film, cuisine, and customs of French-speaking countries and regions from across the globe. Its closing celebration, La Grande Fête, is always magnifique, and this year’s bash is no exception.

Beginning at 7 p.m., guests will launch into a world tour of francophone cultures. They’ll sample food and drink from more than 30 embassies as they explore each nation’s unique attractions and traditions. DJ Princess Slaya spins music from Africa, the Caribbean, Europe, and plenty of destinations in between. Experience the best of the French-speaking world—all without leaving home. 

General admission $40

Tickets must be purchased in advance (no sales at the door).

For tickets and further information the public may call 202-633-3030 or visit http://s.si.edu/2ocUayg.

Mar
24
Sat
Womxn F*ck Shit Up DC @ Songbyrd
Mar 24 @ 5:00 PM – 11:59 PM

On March 24, 2018 Womxn F*ck Shit Up DC will be shaking the patriarchy and the walls of Songbyrd, 2475 18th St NW, Washington, D.C. Doors open at 5pm and womxn movers, shakers and music-makers will be f*cking up privilege until 12am. Pre-sale tickets are $20.

WFSU DC is an extension of the LA-based music and art event Women Fuck Shit Up Fest, founded by a collective of womxn in the music industry on the west coast. Their mission is to use music and art to bridge communities and raise awareness around social justice issues, aiming to create a community of womxn to hone their power and defy the feminine stereotype of “softness.”

On March 24, we at WFSU DC aim to amplify the voices of people of color, the LGBTQIA2S+ community, and all womxn-identifying humans through a night of art, music and solidarity. We want to empower and honor the fortitude of our community. We aim to bring together diverse people, ideas, identities, and works of art in order to foster the collective empowerment of all womxnkind. Being located in the nation’s capital, we have the privilege of existing in the heart of the patriarchy and by extension, oppression. We are witnesses to how toxic masculinity wraps itself in bureaucracy to routinely oppress “otherness.” This fest is a joyful act of resistance to bring the community together.

WFSU DC’s inaugural fest lineup includes: Santa Librada, BOOMscat, The CooLots, Aurora Lloyd, Chelsea Shorte, More Than FM, Sheila, and Lauren Ileana Sotolongo to name a few – and handful of national gems – such as Militia Vox, Michi, WASI, Julia Weldon, and The Txlips. The full lineup can be found here.

This year’s proceeds will benefit Casa Ruby, a local LGBTQ+ organization serving the D.C. area. WFSU DC is proudly sponsored by Tagg Magazine.

 

Mar
26
Mon
ODYSSEY: A GRAND TASTING & EXPLORATION OF GREEK WINES @ The Loft at 600F
Mar 26 @ 4:30 PM – 8:00 PM

ODYSSEY: A GRAND TASTING & EXPLORATION OF GREEK WINES

                                    Discover Greek Wines poured by their Winemakers

                      100% of Ticket Sales will be donated to José Andrés’ World Central Kitchen

The Greeks have been making wine for more than 6000 years – from the age of Dionysus and Homer to the present day.  But their wines have remained a mystery to many – until now.  Winemakers from all over Greece are coming to Washington DC for ODYSSEY, a Greek wine tasting adventure. Expand your palate as you taste wines made from indigenous grapes found only in Greece; sip on international blends; and marvel at rare vintages uncorked just for ODYSSEY.   Take the opportunity to support a great cause and experience the sights, sounds and tastes of Greece.

Attendees at the tasting will tour the three main wine producing regions:  The Islands, The Peloponnese and Northern Greece each with characteristic terroirs, indigenous grapes and 6000 years of winemaking history; meet the winemakers and learn about their vinification techniques, terroir philosophies and personal stories; and of course, taste indigenous, international and rare varieties and vintages from the Cava Spiliadis portfolio.  ODYSSEY is hosted by George Spiliadis, son of noted Milos restauranteur Costas Spiliadis.

WHEN:           Monday, March 26, 4:30-8 pm

WHERE:        The Loft at 600F

                        600 F Street Northwest     Washington Dc 20004

COST:            $50 pp   100% of proceeds from ticket sales will be donated to

                        World Central Kitchen

Details and Tickets

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/wine-tasting-for-a-cause-world-central-kitchen-washington-dc-tickets-43370647775

Mar
29
Thu
BRABO & Catoctin Creek: Spring Cocktail Party @ BRABO
Mar 29 @ 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM

As the end of winter hibernation nears, BRABO and Catoctin Creek are gearing up for a celebration of seasonal cuisine and spirits from Virginia! Following a festive fall event where the beloved homegrown establishments brought autumnal flavor pairings together, the Old Town restaurant and Purcellville-based distillery are teaming up again for a spring sipping soiree.

On Thursday, March 29, Catoctin Creek founders, Becky and Scott Harris, will be taking over BRABO’s brasserie to offer an exclusive tasting of the distillery’s popular products and special releases including the Roundstone Rye 80 whiskey, the Watershed Gin, the Old Tom Style “Peach Barrel” Watershed Gin, and the Short Hill Mountain Peach Brandy. Becky and Scott will share the stories behind the creation of each product while pouring a healthy taste for guests to enjoy.

BRABO’s Lead Bartender Brett Oye will create special off-the-menu cocktails for the evening and provide guests with the inspiration behind each drink. As whiskey and gin enthusiasts decide whether they prefer their spirit neat or in cocktail form, Executive Chef Sebastien Rondier will serve an elaborate cheese and charcuterie display alongside a menu of satisfying French hors d’oeuvres thoughtfully created to pair with the featured beverages. The evening’s food pairings will be presented side by side with each spirit and includes the following highlights:

  • Sweet corn fritter with crispy speck ham and espresso aioli
  • Slow-braised Virginia quail and a sunny-side up quail egg on rye bread
  • Grilled local oyster with savory fennel compote and shaved scallions
  • BBQ-style foie gras with spiced pecans
  • Gin affogato

The spring soiree will be filled with lively conversation, a personal Q&A with the BRABO and Catoctin Creek teams, plenty of whiskey and gin, and surprising flavor pairings reflecting the best of the season!

What:  BRABO & Catoctin Creek: Spring Cocktail Party

When:  Thursday, March 29

Time:  7:00 – 9:00 p.m.

Where:  BRABO. 1600 King Street. Alexandria, VA 22314

Tickets:  Tickets are $70 each, include all food and drink, and are available at https://brabocatoctincreekparty.eventbrite.com. Guests must be 21+ to attend.

ABOUT BRABO

BRABO is committed to delivering exceptional food, superior service and an outstanding experience to guests. Executive Chef Sebastien Rondier offers sophisticated cuisine that is inspired by French and European techniques and flavors, and made with the highest-quality ingredients. BRABO’s seasonal menu is complemented by carefully-crafted cocktails by Lead Bartender Brett Oye and an extensive wine list that was awarded Wine Spectator’s coveted “Best of Award of Excellence” in 2017. Adjacent to the Kimpton Lorien Hotel & Spa, BRABO is an Old Town Alexandria favorite known for its neighborly friendliness. For more information, call 703-894-3440 or visit www.BRABOrestaurant.com. The restaurant is located at 1600 King Street, Alexandria, VA 22314; is open seven days a week; and offers private-dining services. Follow BRABO on Facebook and Instagram.

Mar
30
Fri
Awesome Con @ Walter E. Washington Convention Center
Mar 30 @ 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM

The sixth annual Awesome Con by LeftField Media, the Mid-Atlantic’s premier pop culture convention, will unite 80,000 fans of comics, technology and science, television and film, custom art, over-the-top cosplay, and more at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center from Friday, March 30 through Sunday, April 1, 2018. The convention floor and panel rooms will buzz with hundreds of hours’ worth of programs including: celebrities and experts hosting panels and exclusive reveals; cosplay fashion shows; gaming tournaments; iconic film memorabilia exhibits; and a diverse array of activities for families on Easter weekend.

Family-friendly pavilion Awesome Con Jr returns with even more playful events planned to educate and entertain kids of all ages and parents alike, with special promotions in place to engage Awesome Con’s youngest fans throughout the show. Future Con, Awesome Con’s science pavilion, will dive into the latest developments in science and science fiction sure to delight even the most curious minds. Back for the second year is Pride Alley presented in partnership with Geeks OUT, shining a spotlight on LGBTQ creators and fans in an even more robust section of Artist Alley.

With Awesome Con 2018 hosting more energetic programs, more globally recognized special guests, and presenting more exclusive previews and announcements to attendees than ever before, it continues growing into a standout annual destination as an unbridled celebration of pop culture and pure fun.

WHEN: Friday, March 30; exhibit hall hours 12pm – 8pm, programming until 10pm

Saturday, March 31; exhibit hall hours 10am – 8pm, programming until 10pm

Sunday, April 1; exhibit hall hours 10am – 5pm

WHERE: Walter E. Washington Convention Center

801 Mt. Vernon Pl NW

Washington, DC 20001

SPECIAL GUESTS:

 

Screen Stars:

  • Stephen Amell (Arrow, New Girl, Private Practice)
  • John Barrowman (Arrow, Legends of Tomorrow, Torchwood, Doctor Who)
  • Cress Williams (Black Lightning, Prison Break, Hart of Dixie)
  • Tom Welling (Smallville, Lucifer)
  • Michael Rosenbaum (Smallville, Guardians of the Guardians Vol. 2, IMPASTOR)
  • Joonas Suotamo (Star Wars: The Force Awakens, Star Wars: The Last Jedi, Solo: A Star Wars Story)
  • Joe Keery (Stranger Things, Molly’s Game, Slice)
  • Ben Savage (Boy Meets World, Girls Meet World, Chuck, Dear John, Little Monsters, Without a Trace)
  • Will Friedle (Boy Meets World, Girls Meets World, Batman Beyond, Kim Possible, Guardians of the Galaxy animated series)
  • Rider Strong (Boy Meets World, Girl Meets World, Cabin Fever)
  • Charisma Carpenter (Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Angel)
  • Phil LaMarr (Futurama, Samurai Jack, Pulp Fiction, Justice League Unlimited, Mad TV, Star Wars: The Clone Wars)

 

Comic Guests:

  • J. Scott Campbell (Gen¹³, Danger Girl, Spider-Man)
  • Fabian Nicieza (Deadpool co-creator, X-Men, Thunderbolts, Action Comics)
  • Jim Starlin (Captain Marvel, Iron Man, Infinity Gauntlet, Batman; co-creator of Drax, Gamora, and Thanos)
  • Greg Capullo (Batman, Reborn, X-Force, Quasar, The Creech)
  • Scott Snyder (American Vampire, Batman, Swamp Thing, Voodoo Heart)
  • Tom King (Batman, The Sheriff of Babylon, The Vision)
  • Colleen Doran (A Distant Soil, Wonder Woman, Amazing Spider-Man)
  • Sean Gordon Murphy (Batman: White Knight, Hellblazer: City of Demons, Punk Rock Jesus, Shaun of the Dead, Teen Titans, The Wake, Tokyo Ghost)
  • James Tynion IV (Detective Comics, Batman)
  • Sorah Sungh (Iron Man, Princeless)

TICKETS: Daily and full weekend passes available

  • Friday or Sunday Only Admission: $35
  • Saturday Only Admission: $50
  • 3-Day Weekend Pass: $75
  • 3-Day ‘Geekend VIP’ Pass: $150
  • Kids 10 and under: free with coupon code AWESOMEJR
  • VIP passes & experiences range from the VIP Geekend ($150) to the premium, limited quantity Club Awesome Reserve Membership ($999) and offer access to various celebrity appearances and special events.

WEBSITEwww.awesomecon.com is updated regularly with new guests, exciting exhibitors, and special programming.

SOCIAL MEDIA:

Mar
31
Sat
Awesome Con @ Walter E. Washington Convention Center
Mar 31 @ 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM

The sixth annual Awesome Con by LeftField Media, the Mid-Atlantic’s premier pop culture convention, will unite 80,000 fans of comics, technology and science, television and film, custom art, over-the-top cosplay, and more at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center from Friday, March 30 through Sunday, April 1, 2018. The convention floor and panel rooms will buzz with hundreds of hours’ worth of programs including: celebrities and experts hosting panels and exclusive reveals; cosplay fashion shows; gaming tournaments; iconic film memorabilia exhibits; and a diverse array of activities for families on Easter weekend.

Family-friendly pavilion Awesome Con Jr returns with even more playful events planned to educate and entertain kids of all ages and parents alike, with special promotions in place to engage Awesome Con’s youngest fans throughout the show. Future Con, Awesome Con’s science pavilion, will dive into the latest developments in science and science fiction sure to delight even the most curious minds. Back for the second year is Pride Alley presented in partnership with Geeks OUT, shining a spotlight on LGBTQ creators and fans in an even more robust section of Artist Alley.

With Awesome Con 2018 hosting more energetic programs, more globally recognized special guests, and presenting more exclusive previews and announcements to attendees than ever before, it continues growing into a standout annual destination as an unbridled celebration of pop culture and pure fun.

WHEN: Friday, March 30; exhibit hall hours 12pm – 8pm, programming until 10pm

Saturday, March 31; exhibit hall hours 10am – 8pm, programming until 10pm

Sunday, April 1; exhibit hall hours 10am – 5pm

WHERE: Walter E. Washington Convention Center

801 Mt. Vernon Pl NW

Washington, DC 20001

SPECIAL GUESTS:

 

Screen Stars:

  • Stephen Amell (Arrow, New Girl, Private Practice)
  • John Barrowman (Arrow, Legends of Tomorrow, Torchwood, Doctor Who)
  • Cress Williams (Black Lightning, Prison Break, Hart of Dixie)
  • Tom Welling (Smallville, Lucifer)
  • Michael Rosenbaum (Smallville, Guardians of the Guardians Vol. 2, IMPASTOR)
  • Joonas Suotamo (Star Wars: The Force Awakens, Star Wars: The Last Jedi, Solo: A Star Wars Story)
  • Joe Keery (Stranger Things, Molly’s Game, Slice)
  • Ben Savage (Boy Meets World, Girls Meet World, Chuck, Dear John, Little Monsters, Without a Trace)
  • Will Friedle (Boy Meets World, Girls Meets World, Batman Beyond, Kim Possible, Guardians of the Galaxy animated series)
  • Rider Strong (Boy Meets World, Girl Meets World, Cabin Fever)
  • Charisma Carpenter (Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Angel)
  • Phil LaMarr (Futurama, Samurai Jack, Pulp Fiction, Justice League Unlimited, Mad TV, Star Wars: The Clone Wars)

 

Comic Guests:

  • J. Scott Campbell (Gen¹³, Danger Girl, Spider-Man)
  • Fabian Nicieza (Deadpool co-creator, X-Men, Thunderbolts, Action Comics)
  • Jim Starlin (Captain Marvel, Iron Man, Infinity Gauntlet, Batman; co-creator of Drax, Gamora, and Thanos)
  • Greg Capullo (Batman, Reborn, X-Force, Quasar, The Creech)
  • Scott Snyder (American Vampire, Batman, Swamp Thing, Voodoo Heart)
  • Tom King (Batman, The Sheriff of Babylon, The Vision)
  • Colleen Doran (A Distant Soil, Wonder Woman, Amazing Spider-Man)
  • Sean Gordon Murphy (Batman: White Knight, Hellblazer: City of Demons, Punk Rock Jesus, Shaun of the Dead, Teen Titans, The Wake, Tokyo Ghost)
  • James Tynion IV (Detective Comics, Batman)
  • Sorah Sungh (Iron Man, Princeless)

TICKETS: Daily and full weekend passes available

  • Friday or Sunday Only Admission: $35
  • Saturday Only Admission: $50
  • 3-Day Weekend Pass: $75
  • 3-Day ‘Geekend VIP’ Pass: $150
  • Kids 10 and under: free with coupon code AWESOMEJR
  • VIP passes & experiences range from the VIP Geekend ($150) to the premium, limited quantity Club Awesome Reserve Membership ($999) and offer access to various celebrity appearances and special events.

WEBSITEwww.awesomecon.com is updated regularly with new guests, exciting exhibitors, and special programming.

SOCIAL MEDIA:

Apr
1
Sun
Awesome Con @ Walter E. Washington Convention Center
Apr 1 @ 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

The sixth annual Awesome Con by LeftField Media, the Mid-Atlantic’s premier pop culture convention, will unite 80,000 fans of comics, technology and science, television and film, custom art, over-the-top cosplay, and more at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center from Friday, March 30 through Sunday, April 1, 2018. The convention floor and panel rooms will buzz with hundreds of hours’ worth of programs including: celebrities and experts hosting panels and exclusive reveals; cosplay fashion shows; gaming tournaments; iconic film memorabilia exhibits; and a diverse array of activities for families on Easter weekend.

Family-friendly pavilion Awesome Con Jr returns with even more playful events planned to educate and entertain kids of all ages and parents alike, with special promotions in place to engage Awesome Con’s youngest fans throughout the show. Future Con, Awesome Con’s science pavilion, will dive into the latest developments in science and science fiction sure to delight even the most curious minds. Back for the second year is Pride Alley presented in partnership with Geeks OUT, shining a spotlight on LGBTQ creators and fans in an even more robust section of Artist Alley.

With Awesome Con 2018 hosting more energetic programs, more globally recognized special guests, and presenting more exclusive previews and announcements to attendees than ever before, it continues growing into a standout annual destination as an unbridled celebration of pop culture and pure fun.

WHEN: Friday, March 30; exhibit hall hours 12pm – 8pm, programming until 10pm

Saturday, March 31; exhibit hall hours 10am – 8pm, programming until 10pm

Sunday, April 1; exhibit hall hours 10am – 5pm

WHERE: Walter E. Washington Convention Center

801 Mt. Vernon Pl NW

Washington, DC 20001

SPECIAL GUESTS:

 

Screen Stars:

  • Stephen Amell (Arrow, New Girl, Private Practice)
  • John Barrowman (Arrow, Legends of Tomorrow, Torchwood, Doctor Who)
  • Cress Williams (Black Lightning, Prison Break, Hart of Dixie)
  • Tom Welling (Smallville, Lucifer)
  • Michael Rosenbaum (Smallville, Guardians of the Guardians Vol. 2, IMPASTOR)
  • Joonas Suotamo (Star Wars: The Force Awakens, Star Wars: The Last Jedi, Solo: A Star Wars Story)
  • Joe Keery (Stranger Things, Molly’s Game, Slice)
  • Ben Savage (Boy Meets World, Girls Meet World, Chuck, Dear John, Little Monsters, Without a Trace)
  • Will Friedle (Boy Meets World, Girls Meets World, Batman Beyond, Kim Possible, Guardians of the Galaxy animated series)
  • Rider Strong (Boy Meets World, Girl Meets World, Cabin Fever)
  • Charisma Carpenter (Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Angel)
  • Phil LaMarr (Futurama, Samurai Jack, Pulp Fiction, Justice League Unlimited, Mad TV, Star Wars: The Clone Wars)

 

Comic Guests:

  • J. Scott Campbell (Gen¹³, Danger Girl, Spider-Man)
  • Fabian Nicieza (Deadpool co-creator, X-Men, Thunderbolts, Action Comics)
  • Jim Starlin (Captain Marvel, Iron Man, Infinity Gauntlet, Batman; co-creator of Drax, Gamora, and Thanos)
  • Greg Capullo (Batman, Reborn, X-Force, Quasar, The Creech)
  • Scott Snyder (American Vampire, Batman, Swamp Thing, Voodoo Heart)
  • Tom King (Batman, The Sheriff of Babylon, The Vision)
  • Colleen Doran (A Distant Soil, Wonder Woman, Amazing Spider-Man)
  • Sean Gordon Murphy (Batman: White Knight, Hellblazer: City of Demons, Punk Rock Jesus, Shaun of the Dead, Teen Titans, The Wake, Tokyo Ghost)
  • James Tynion IV (Detective Comics, Batman)
  • Sorah Sungh (Iron Man, Princeless)

TICKETS: Daily and full weekend passes available

  • Friday or Sunday Only Admission: $35
  • Saturday Only Admission: $50
  • 3-Day Weekend Pass: $75
  • 3-Day ‘Geekend VIP’ Pass: $150
  • Kids 10 and under: free with coupon code AWESOMEJR
  • VIP passes & experiences range from the VIP Geekend ($150) to the premium, limited quantity Club Awesome Reserve Membership ($999) and offer access to various celebrity appearances and special events.

WEBSITEwww.awesomecon.com is updated regularly with new guests, exciting exhibitors, and special programming.

SOCIAL MEDIA:

Apr
7
Sat
Union Market Street Fair @ Union Market District
Apr 7 @ 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

The Union Market District is kicking off Spring and celebrating the diverse collection of businesses, both old and new, with a daylong street fest featuring food and activities from district neighbors and partners including Trader Joe’s, Politics and Prose, Cotton & Reed, Masseria, Pluma, A. Litteri, Blue Bottle, DC United and more.

The free, family-friendly day will take place Saturday, April 7 from 9am to 4pm. Bordered by New York Avenue, Florida Avenue and 6th Street NE, the festival will be spread across the entire Union Market District, including venues 4th x Neal, Angelika, Dock 5, 4th x Morse Street and the Market itself.

From all-day live music at Neal Place to a pop-up bookshop by Politics & Prose and a bevy of food trucks lining Neal Place NE, the entire district, long known for attracting innovative retail as well as launching and scaling businesses, will be activated for a day of creativity and community.

World class chefs will be on hand for cooking tips while DC United players lead a youth workshop. Michelin-starred chef Nick Stefanelli will be selling breakfast sandwiches on Masseria’s patio and Instagram influencers Tamon George and Gary Williams of Creative Theory will take portrait photos in the historic alley of 4th x Neal. Meet under the Yoko Ono mural on 6th Street for spoken word poetry and dance off the winter blues with DC’s favorite DJ’s and live music.

The full schedule, including signature events, will be announced in the coming weeks.

• Trader Joe’s: Outdoor flower market + recipe sampling station
• Politics and Prose: Story time + pop-up book sale
• Cotton & Reed with Coconut Club: Pig Roast Party
• Cut Seven: Free 60-minute boot camp class @ Dock 5 (9:30-11am)
• The Bruery: White Chocolate Cherry beer launch + chocolate pairing tasting
• Nalls Produce: Outdoor spring gardening market
• Creative Theory: Portrait installation + photo shoot @ the Gallery at 4th x Neal
 S3 Active: Daylong pop-up shop @ Dock 5
• Flywheel: Free 60-minute Flybarre class @ Dock 5 (1-2pm)
• Yoga with Nya: Free 60-minute vinyasa yoga with Nya Alemayhu (3-4pm)
• The Wing: Mobile truck + free coffee
• Masseria: Breakfast sandwiches + cocktails
• Spoken in Music: Live jazz performance on Neal Place
• Twenty20 Band: Performance on Neal Place
• DC United: Meet-and-greets with players + giveaways
• HUGE: Social and digital tips
• DC Scores: Soccer skills workshop for kids + spoken word poetry performances
 Expert Booth: Seek 60 second advice on anything from tech to business strategy to romance and more
• Brief Assembly: Shop a curated selection of home, beauty + fashion products at 4th x Neal
• Peruvian Brothers: Food truck on Neal Place
• Benjamin Gates: Duke Ellington graduate, live electric cello performance
• Wheatley Education Campus: Student music ensemble
• Hugh & Crye: Warehouse sale at 4th x Neal

For more information about the Union Market district street fair, please visit www.unionmarketdc.com.