Events/Things To Do

Named for the groundbreaking African American contralto, theMarian Anderson Vocal Award recognizes a young American singer in opera, oratorio, or recital repertoire with outstanding promise for a significant career. Washington National Opera (WNO) named bass-baritone Ryan Speedo Green as the 2018 recipient earlier this year and is pleased… Read More

William Jeffrey’s Tavern and the Columbia Pike Revitalization Organization are proud to announce the 4th annual Columbia Pike Fall Fest!  The annual live music and food festival will take place on Saturday, October 6th from 1:00 pm – 6:00 pm at South Adams St. and… Read More

On Friday, October 12, domestic violence prevention nonprofit Becky’s Fund will host its 10th annual “Walk This Way” charity fashion show at the historic Uline Arena (1140 3rd Street NE), featuring athletes-turned-models like Washington Redskins stars Josh Norman, Vernon Davisand Dustin Hopkins, D.C. United’s Bill Hamid and Steven Birnbaum, Washington Nationals’ Ryan Zimmerman, Washington Spirit’s Joanna Lohman and Estelle Johnson, Washington Mystics’ Tierra… Read More

Fall fashions are heading to U Street with a bang! On Friday, October 12, Bang Salon is hosting Runway to Recovery – a rooftop fashion affair at U Street’s Penthouse Pool Club from 7:00 – 9:00 p.m., with all proceeds benefitting local nonprofit N Street Village. N Street Village empowers… Read More

Runners, head to the starting line! VIDA Fitness is hosting its fourth annual 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, October 13 at East Potomac Park. The local fitness club will donate proceeds from the event to Thrive DC – a local non-profit organization committed to preventing and ending homelessness in the D.C. area. Local radio personalities Kelly… Read More

The Walters Art Museum celebrates a year of transformation at its annual Gala & Party, a memorable event unlike any other in Baltimore. This year’s theme, Metamorphosis, unites depictions of growth and renewal in the Walters’ collection with the fashion of today, and commemorates the… Read More

On October 15th, Chicago-based sommelier, author and founder of Shall We Wine, Regine Rousseau will host an evening of Words & Wine, presented by City Winery DC.   During the special event, Rousseau will guide attendees through a unique tasting experience, as she pairs a selection of finely crafted wines with… Read More

It’s party time! Shop Made in DC is celebrating its first birthday, and what better way to toast to success than with cake and cocktails?! Join Kimpton on Thursday, October 18th as the Shop Made in DC partner celebrates the kick-off to their weekend of festivities… Read More

Think Local First DC (TLFDC) has named 35 finalists to honor at the second annual Local First Awards, Thursday, October 18, 2018, hosted by Sam Ford, ABC7 WJLA. Chosen for their positive impact, local independent businesses, entrepreneurs, makers and artists alike were carefully selected by… Read More

Cocktail Seminar and Book Signing with Phillip Greene, Author of A Drinkable Feast and Co-Founder of The Museum of the American Cocktail. Date: Thursday, October 18th Time: 7pm-9pm Ticket Price: $60.00 (Must be 21 years of age and have valid photo ID) A history of the Lost Generation… Read More

Fair Chance has selected one of DC’s landmark locations to host its highly anticipated Butterfly Bash fundraising celebration this October. The nonprofit will host its annual affair at the Washington National Cathedral on Friday, October 19 at 7:00 p.m. This year’s event will recognize the Honorable Carlos M. Gutierrez, former U.S. Secretary of Commerce,… Read More

Copperwood Tavern is continuing the tradition of a fall festival in the Shirlington Village with Shucktoberfest, a craft beer and oyster festival featuring over thirty local craft breweries and cideries, and Waverly Point oysters from Northern Neck, VA. The event will take place on Saturday,… Read More

Master Cocktail Class Series: Hendricks Gin Join the St. Regis Bar and Hendricks gin for a fun and interactive cocktail class showcasing the art of the beloved gin and tonic cocktail. Guests will learn about Hendricks gin from a Hendricks representative, while learning how to… Read More

Saturday, October 20th , national touring singer-songwriter and master guitarist Jack Williams will be in concert in Falls Church as part of the Stone Room Concert Series at Falls Church Episcopal. Williams has released multiple albums that have topped charts in the US and in Europe. He… Read More

Stop us if you’ve heard this one before: A maestro, a yogi, and an orchestra walk into a tunnel. There’s no punchline, just an amazing and unique one-night experience awaiting fans of live music and yoga on Sunday, Oct. 21st, as the American Pops Orchestra… Read More

Come by and celebrate dance and art with DTSBDC and other arts-interested Washingtonians ahead of the premiere of “Silhouettes” at the National Portrait Gallery. Monday, October 22nd, 6:30-8:30pm at the Darlington House in Dupont Circle (1610 20th Street NW): First drink (cocktail, wine or beer) and an array of yummy… Read More

The National Symphony Orchestra continues its Star Wars series this season with The Empire Strikes Back, in three performances on Tuesday, October 23 at 7 p.m., and Wednesday and Thursday, October 24 and 25, at 8 p.m.in the Kennedy Center Concert Hall. NSO Principal Pops Conductor… Read More

The National Symphony Orchestra continues its Star Wars series this season with The Empire Strikes Back, in three performances on Tuesday, October 23 at 7 p.m., and Wednesday and Thursday, October 24 and 25, at 8 p.m.in the Kennedy Center Concert Hall. NSO Principal Pops Conductor… Read More

Join in for FGIDC’s Fall Trend Event: Meet our incoming Board Members of 2019.  Featuring a panel discussion followed by a presentation of international RTW runway trends curated by FGI. Thursday, October 25 7:00 pm – 9:00 om Eaton DC 1201 K Street NW Washington DC 20005  Enjoy the newly Built… Read More

Arena Stage will host a silent and live wine auction on Friday, October 26, 2018 at the Mead Center for American Theater (1101 Sixth St., SW). The event is helmed by Arena Stage Trustees Judith N. Batty, Gene Samburg and Beth Newburger Schwartz. The evening kicks off at 6:30 p.m. with a reception… Read More

National Chocolate Day Celebrations Alhambra at The St. Regis Washington DC is inviting guests to indulge all weekend long in a celebration of all things chocolate: Chocolate Connoisseur Wine Dinner Kick off National Chocolate Day early with Chef Sebastien Giannini’s four-course chocolate inspired menu. Each… Read More

Event: Halloween Bonfire Party Saturday, October 27, 2018 8:00-11:00PM Butler’s Orchard | 22222 Davis Mill Road, Germantown, Maryland  Cost: $45 Regular/$49 Late Tickets/Website: https://dcfray.com/events/halloween-bonfire/ Gremlins and goblins and witches on brooms, you are invited to party under the moon! Join DC Fray at Butler’s Orchard for a spooky evening filled… Read More

National Chocolate Day Celebrations Alhambra at The St. Regis Washington DC is inviting guests to indulge all weekend long in a celebration of all things chocolate: Chocolate Indulgence Brunch Celebrate National Chocolate Day with a sweet twist on Alhambra’s celebrated Sunday Brunch. Featuring a decadent… Read More

Event: Washington Area Women’s Foundation 20th Anniversary Leadership Luncheon Logistics:  Tuesday, October 30, 2018 | Marriott Marquis | 901 Massachusetts Ave NW | Networking: 11:00am-Noon | Luncheon: Noon-1:30 pm Details:  Be among the over 1,000 attendees representing the Washington area’s most influential businesses, foundations, individuals and legislators using their passion,… Read More

On Halloween, from 6-9pm, the Heurich House Museum will hold a clue hunt through the museum, focusing on the Spiritualist beliefs of the Heurich family. Medium Madame Warneke has been directed by the spirits to hold a gathering and needs help revealing the reason why… Read More