Oct
22
Sun
Barre & Beer: FlyBarre/DC Brau Brewing @ DC Brau Brewing Company
Oct 22 @ 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
On Sunday, October 22 at 2 p.m., Flywheel Sports’ barre component, FlyBarre, will host a special 45-minute pop-up class at DC Brau Brewing Company. Free and open to the public, fitness enthusiasts will sweat it out followed by complimentary craft beer courtesy of DC Brau.
To attend, folks need to sign up here and must bring a mat, water bottle and ID.
Oct
23
Mon
Fairmont Oktoberfest @ Fairmont Hotel
Oct 23 @ 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Did you miss out on this year’s Oktoberfest?  If so, it’s not too late.  Fairmont Washington, D.C., Georgetown’s Oktoberfest will take place beginning Monday, October 23rd through Friday, October 27th from

5:00 – 7:00 p.m.

The hotel’s courtyard will be transformed into a German Biergarten featuring a live grilling station, German music and draft beer. So, don your favorite lederhosen and dirndls or, just come as you are.

The grilling station will feature hotel chefs preparing a choice of Bauernwurst, a locally handcrafted German sausage and Weisswurst, a traditional Bavarian sausage, served with Kartoffelsalat, German potato salad, and a pretzel twist for just $5. A selection of traditional and spicy mustards will be available too.

Guests will also enjoy $5 drafts of Flying Dog Dogtoberbest Marzen Beer and other German beers throughout the week-long fest.

To kick off Fairmont’s Oktoberfest, a very Instagramable musician, Peter Giovani,  will perform with his accordion on Monday, October 23rd, from 5 -7 p.m.

No reservations are required for Oktoberfest, seating is available on a first come basis.  In the case of inclement weather, Oktoberfest will move into the lobby.

Oct
24
Tue
Fairmont Oktoberfest @ Fairmont Hotel
Oct 24 @ 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Did you miss out on this year’s Oktoberfest?  If so, it’s not too late.  Fairmont Washington, D.C., Georgetown’s Oktoberfest will take place beginning Monday, October 23rd through Friday, October 27th from

5:00 – 7:00 p.m.

The hotel’s courtyard will be transformed into a German Biergarten featuring a live grilling station, German music and draft beer. So, don your favorite lederhosen and dirndls or, just come as you are.

The grilling station will feature hotel chefs preparing a choice of Bauernwurst, a locally handcrafted German sausage and Weisswurst, a traditional Bavarian sausage, served with Kartoffelsalat, German potato salad, and a pretzel twist for just $5. A selection of traditional and spicy mustards will be available too.

Guests will also enjoy $5 drafts of Flying Dog Dogtoberbest Marzen Beer and other German beers throughout the week-long fest.

To kick off Fairmont’s Oktoberfest, a very Instagramable musician, Peter Giovani,  will perform with his accordion on Monday, October 23rd, from 5 -7 p.m.

No reservations are required for Oktoberfest, seating is available on a first come basis.  In the case of inclement weather, Oktoberfest will move into the lobby.

Oct
25
Wed
Breakfast with the Mounted Police @ Hotel Monaco
Oct 25 @ 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM

POLICE ON HORSES at the Washington International Horse Show

  • Wednesday, October 25 (8:00-10:00am): WIHS will host its annual Breakfast with the Mounted Police in front of Hotel Monaco at 700 F Street NW to meet the officers and their mounts.  A long-honored and fan-favorite tradition, mounted police units across the region will be recognized.  There will be an outdoor buffet, including treats for horses!  This provides a great opportunity for the local DC community to meet the officers and their mounts.
Fairmont Oktoberfest @ Fairmont Hotel
Oct 25 @ 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Did you miss out on this year’s Oktoberfest?  If so, it’s not too late.  Fairmont Washington, D.C., Georgetown’s Oktoberfest will take place beginning Monday, October 23rd through Friday, October 27th from

5:00 – 7:00 p.m.

The hotel’s courtyard will be transformed into a German Biergarten featuring a live grilling station, German music and draft beer. So, don your favorite lederhosen and dirndls or, just come as you are.

The grilling station will feature hotel chefs preparing a choice of Bauernwurst, a locally handcrafted German sausage and Weisswurst, a traditional Bavarian sausage, served with Kartoffelsalat, German potato salad, and a pretzel twist for just $5. A selection of traditional and spicy mustards will be available too.

Guests will also enjoy $5 drafts of Flying Dog Dogtoberbest Marzen Beer and other German beers throughout the week-long fest.

To kick off Fairmont’s Oktoberfest, a very Instagramable musician, Peter Giovani,  will perform with his accordion on Monday, October 23rd, from 5 -7 p.m.

No reservations are required for Oktoberfest, seating is available on a first come basis.  In the case of inclement weather, Oktoberfest will move into the lobby.

Rebloom on the River @ Aboard Entertainment Cruises’ National Elite Private Yacht
Oct 25 @ 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Join Room to Rebloom and Entertainment Cruises as they host “Rebloom on the River” aboard the National Elite private yacht at the Diamond Teague Marina (near Nationals Park). This fundraising event helps raise awareness about domestic violence and the positive impact of design in rebuilding survivors’ lives.

– Hear from sponsor In Honor of Her, a nonprofit founded in memory of Marijke McMahon, whose life tragically ended as a result of domestic violence

– Enter to win an Experience Extravaganza including a special offering by Entertainment Cruises

– Take home a commemorative glass as a reminder of the importance of Room to Rebloom, In Honor of Her and all efforts to end domestic violence

The mission of Room to Rebloom is to empower low income women and families in the National Capital Area who have been victims of domestic violence by providing them with design services and other resources needed to create beautiful home environments and rebuild their lives.

Event Details:

Date: Wednesday, October 25, 2017
Time: 6-9:00 p.m.
Location: Aboard Entertainment Cruises’ National Elite Private Yacht; Diamond Teague Marina (Near Nationals Park); 99 Potomac Ave SE, Washington, DC 20003
Tickets: $75/person via Eventbrite 

Oct
26
Thu
Fairmont Oktoberfest @ Fairmont Hotel
Oct 26 @ 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Did you miss out on this year’s Oktoberfest?  If so, it’s not too late.  Fairmont Washington, D.C., Georgetown’s Oktoberfest will take place beginning Monday, October 23rd through Friday, October 27th from

5:00 – 7:00 p.m.

The hotel’s courtyard will be transformed into a German Biergarten featuring a live grilling station, German music and draft beer. So, don your favorite lederhosen and dirndls or, just come as you are.

The grilling station will feature hotel chefs preparing a choice of Bauernwurst, a locally handcrafted German sausage and Weisswurst, a traditional Bavarian sausage, served with Kartoffelsalat, German potato salad, and a pretzel twist for just $5. A selection of traditional and spicy mustards will be available too.

Guests will also enjoy $5 drafts of Flying Dog Dogtoberbest Marzen Beer and other German beers throughout the week-long fest.

To kick off Fairmont’s Oktoberfest, a very Instagramable musician, Peter Giovani,  will perform with his accordion on Monday, October 23rd, from 5 -7 p.m.

No reservations are required for Oktoberfest, seating is available on a first come basis.  In the case of inclement weather, Oktoberfest will move into the lobby.

Barn Night at Washington International Horse Show @ Capital One Arena
Oct 26 @ 7:00 PM – 10:30 PM

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 Business Behind the Blog @ Canvas Co/Work
Oct 26 @ 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM

The Business Behind The Blog

Join FGIDC and top bloggers from our region, as we discuss the fundatmental business skills needed to create a successful and engaging blog.  The topics we discuss will incude:

– Branding

– Content Strategy

– Marketing Partnerships

– The Future of Blogging

Moderator: 
Heather Menis – @FifthandMainPR

Panelist:
Barnette Holston – @DCFashionFool
Lola Phaefler – @OhLolaBlog
Keke Olisemeka – @StyleYourSelfie
Julien Garman – @JulienGarman

Thursday, October 26th
7:00 pm – 8:30 om

Canvas Co/Work
1203 19th Street NW
Washington DC 20036
FGIDC Members – $15
Non-Members – $25

Oct
27
Fri
Fairmont Oktoberfest @ Fairmont Hotel
Oct 27 @ 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Did you miss out on this year’s Oktoberfest?  If so, it’s not too late.  Fairmont Washington, D.C., Georgetown’s Oktoberfest will take place beginning Monday, October 23rd through Friday, October 27th from

5:00 – 7:00 p.m.

The hotel’s courtyard will be transformed into a German Biergarten featuring a live grilling station, German music and draft beer. So, don your favorite lederhosen and dirndls or, just come as you are.

The grilling station will feature hotel chefs preparing a choice of Bauernwurst, a locally handcrafted German sausage and Weisswurst, a traditional Bavarian sausage, served with Kartoffelsalat, German potato salad, and a pretzel twist for just $5. A selection of traditional and spicy mustards will be available too.

Guests will also enjoy $5 drafts of Flying Dog Dogtoberbest Marzen Beer and other German beers throughout the week-long fest.

To kick off Fairmont’s Oktoberfest, a very Instagramable musician, Peter Giovani,  will perform with his accordion on Monday, October 23rd, from 5 -7 p.m.

No reservations are required for Oktoberfest, seating is available on a first come basis.  In the case of inclement weather, Oktoberfest will move into the lobby.