Events/Things To Do

On Thursday, October 1st – for one night only – Shake Shack is partnering with Brooklyn Brewery to host a Burgers n’ Brews beer pairing dinner at its Union Station  location. The dinner begins at 7pm and will allow Shack fans to enjoy four rounds of perfectly paired Brooklyn brews with… Read More

SMITHSONIAN at 8, in cooperation with Smithsonian Gardens, presents “A Party for the Season: A Garden of Colors” WHEN: Friday, Oct. 2, 8 to 11 p.m. (7 to 11 p.m. for VIP ticket-holders)  WHERE: Enid A. Haupt Garden at the Smithsonian Castle, 1000 Independence Ave.,… Read More

On October 2nd, Washington DC area native and The Bachelor/Bachelor in Paradise cast member, Ashley Iaconetti is bringing her fellow Bachelor in Paradise cast members to the DC area for “One Night in Paradise: A Bachelor Benefit” for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s National Capital Area chapter and the INOVA Fairfax Hospital Child Life Services.… Read More

Washington, D.C.’s most anticipated epicurean festival, the annual Taste of Georgetown, celebrates its 22nd year on Saturday, October 3, 2015 from 11 a.m.–4 p.m. with more than 60 creative tastes from over 30 of the neighborhood’s best restaurants, as well as an expansive Craft Beer… Read More

Washington, D.C.’s most anticipated epicurean festival, the annual Taste of Georgetown, celebrates its 22nd year on Saturday, October 3, 2015 from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. with creative tastes from more than 35 of the neighborhood’s best restaurants, as well as an expansive Craft Beer & Wine… Read More

Atlas Brew Works 2nd Anniversary This Saturday, October 3, 2015 This Saturday, October 3, from 1 to 5 pm, help Atlas Brew Works celebrate their second anniversary!  Forget the rain, we’ll be partying inside and it will be pouring awesome beer and music at this party! We’ll have… Read More

On Saturday, October 3, 2015 at 8:00 p.m., Facing Addiction will host an all-star comedy benefit, “A Tribute to Lost Laughs,” at the Warner Theater in Washington, D.C.  The event will feature Bill Burr, Tom Papa, Nick DiPaolo and Mark Lundholm and will be hosted… Read More

FALL COMEDY CRUISE Cruisers are invited to climb aboard the Spirit of Mount Vernon on Saturday, October 3rd to experience an unforgettable night of comedy hosted by DC’s own funny man, Mike Brooks. Comedian Mike Brooks is one of today’s hottest rising stars and has… Read More

Join us for a screening of FGI’s curated trends from New York, London, Milan & Paris. Followed by live fashion presentation of the trends from CityCenterDC retailers – Zadig & Voltaire, Canali, Allen Edmonds, Morgenthal Frederics,Paul Stuart, Vince – and discussion with industry style experts… Read More

Les Dames d’Escoffier Washington, D.C. Chapter invites you to the 3rd ANNUAL CRAFT SPIRIT OF POE a fundraiser for grants/scholarships in food, beverage & hospitality Tuesday, Oct 6, 2015 6:30 – 9:30 pm Trend with DC’s best bartenders at The Loft at 600F as they… Read More

On Wednesday, October 7, 2015 at 6:30p.m. to 8:30 p.m. The Fashion Group International® of Greater Washington, DC, Inc will present a workshop at General Assembly with Brand strategist & speaker Dawne Hanks. The workshop will be on Understanding your local customer, The Do’s and… Read More

Bethesda Green Gala Bethesda Blues & Jazz Supper Club, 7719 Wisconsin Avenue, Bethesda, MD 20814 Thursday, October 8, 2015, 6:30 – 9 pm The 6th Annual Gala will honor local green champions and feature a seasonal menu with fare from local purveyors, open bar with… Read More

Come experience the newest of Dame Christiana Chiang‘s restaurants at Kizuna, opened in May 2015 at Tyson’s Corner, Virginia!  Christiana and Rock Fu, Proprietor, will talk about the fascinating history and creation of the dishes served. Co-founder and CEO of Charlie Chiang’s Inc., which currently has restaurants… Read More

WHO: Taste of DC will take over Pennsylvania Avenue Saturday, October 10 and Sunday October 11, 2015. The Mid-Atlantic’s largest culinary festival, established in 1989, will bring to America’s Main Street two days of the region’s very best food, drink and entertainment.   WHAT: Attendees… Read More

Halcyon House will be transformed into 3 Kingdoms: Meeren, King’s Landing and The North Special Guest: DJ Kristian Narin (Hodor from Game of Thrones)

Platinum-selling, 15-year-old vocal sensation Jackie Evancho brings her third studio album, Awakening, to Strathmore in her debut Music Center performance on Saturday, October 10, 2015 at 8 p.m. Evancho was a breakout star from America’s Got Talent, captivating global audiences with her lush voice at… Read More

WHO: Taste of DC will take over Pennsylvania Avenue Saturday, October 10 and Sunday October 11, 2015. The Mid-Atlantic’s largest culinary festival, established in 1989, will bring to America’s Main Street two days of the region’s very best food, drink and entertainment.   WHAT: Attendees… Read More

The Trigger Agency proudly presents the 2nd   annual Tysons Fall Harvest on October 17th & 18th and October 24th & 25th.  Show hours areNoon – 5PM all four days.  Festival attendees can enjoy an enriched fun family experience with everything fall related. Enjoy a diverse… Read More

The Trigger Agency proudly presents the 2nd   annual Tysons Fall Harvest on October 17th & 18th and October 24th & 25th.  Show hours areNoon – 5PM all four days.  Festival attendees can enjoy an enriched fun family experience with everything fall related. Enjoy a diverse… Read More

The Smithsonian Associates, in collaboration with KONNECTED Media Group, presents an exclusive and engaging evening featuring a live panel discussing with notable local food critics and writers, Tom Sietsema (Washington Post), Jessica Sidman (Washington City Paper), Stefanie Gans (Northern Virginia Magazine), Todd Kliman (Washingtonian) and… Read More

Just in time for this fall’s political cycle, piano-playing political satirist Mark Russell returns to Ford’s Theatre (511 Tenth Street NW) for one night only, Monday, October 19, 2015, at 7:00 p.m. With material ripped from today’s headlines, Russell’s unique brand of comedy earned him… Read More

Living in Pink luncheon Friday, October 23, 2015 11:00AM – 2:30PM Columbia Country Club Chevy Chase, MD A Tribute to Michele Conley 2015 Living in Pink honoree ~ Susan Stinson, MD, Radiation Oncologist Buy your ticket or sponsor a table here!

The 2015 Georgetown Gala, the annual Citizens Association of Georgetown (CAG) event that brings together over 400 residents, organizations, businesses, and politicos to celebrate Georgetown and CAG’s mission of historic preservation and improving the life of the community, will be held on Friday, October 23,… Read More

About: The Musical Celebration of Hope Gala will present an evening of jazz while guests join together for a spectacular evening of dancing, celebration and inspiration. Proceeds from the Gala will support lung cancer research that will save lives and offer new hope in treatments… Read More

DC’s Dancing Stars Gala will return for its sophomore year onSaturday, October 24 at the Hyatt Regency in Tyson’s Corner for this black tie event. The 2nd annual charity ballroom dancing competition launched by Fred Astaire Dance Studio-Fairfax’s owners and gala co-chairs, Jim David and… Read More

The glamorous DC’s Dancing Stars Gala will return for its sophomore year on Saturday, October 24 at the Hyatt Regency in Tyson’s Corner for this black tie event. The 2nd annual charity ballroom dancing competition launched by Fred Astaire Dance Studio-Fairfax’s owners and gala co-chairs,… Read More

On Wednesday, October 28 – America Abroad Media (AAM) will host its third annual “Power of Film”Awards Dinner at the Andrew W. Mellon Auditorium in Washington, D.C. to honor four outstanding leaders whose work exemplifies the power of media to inform, educate, and empower citizens about the critical social and public policy issues of our time. This year’s honorees include… Read More

George Washington’s Mount Vernon opens its doors to trick-or-treaters for a spook-tacular evening! Join Mount Vernon’s costumed cast of interpreters for a special opportunity to trick-or-treat in the historic area at George Washington’s estate. Take part in a scavenger hunt stopping at 12 locations on… Read More

Tickets are on sale now for the Smithsonian’s National Zoo’s frighteningly fun adults-only Halloween event, Night of the Living Zoo. The event, hosted by Friends of the National Zoo (FONZ), will be held Friday, October 30, from 5:30 to 10 pm. With live music, craft… Read More

Synetic Theater invites you to the 9th annual Vampire’s Ball on Friday, October 30. This year, The Vampire’s Ball will follow Synetic’s gothic take on Lewis Carroll’s classic Alice in Wonderland. After being treated to a spectacular performance, guests will dance the night away on… Read More

WHAT: NMWA Late Nights: Mod Women (and Men) Join us for a memorable “Mod-ster” Mash! Experience a retro glam, late-night reception for the opening of the special exhibition Pathmakers: Women in Art, Craft, and Design, Midcentury and Today. Enjoy retro refreshments, vintage cocktails, open bar, dancing and… Read More