Make-A-Wish Mid-Atlantic WishBall
2025-02-22 18:00 - 2025-02-23 00:00 UTC | Waldorf Astoria, 1100 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC, 20004
On Saturday, February 22, 2025, Make-A-Wish Mid-Atlantic will host its annual WishBall at the elegantly restored Waldorf Astoria, Washington, D.C. This annual event, which attracts more than 750 guests each year, and raises awareness & funds for life-changing wishes for local children in the Washington, D.C., Northern Virginia and Maryland region who are battling critical illnesses. Last year, Make-A-Wish Mid-Atlantic raised more than $1.53 Million which allowed Make-A-Wish to grant 376 wishes in Maryland, DC and Northern Virginia. While this is amazing, over 500 children in the Washington, D.C. region receive a diagnosis that qualifies them for a wish. The funds raised through Wish Ball ensure more transformational wishes are granted for children with critical illnesses in the local community.
Founded in 1983, the Mid-Atlantic chapter has granted over 11,500 since its inception. Wish kids face any number of critical illnesses such as cancer, pediatric AIDS, Spinal Muscular Atrophy, Duchene’s muscular dystrophy, kidney and heart disease. Every year, 500 local children are expected to receive a diagnosis that makes them eligible for a wish, and no child is turned away. For every wish granted, at least one more local child is waiting.
Join in for a fun and inspirational night of great food and wine, entertainment by Lucy Black Gold, live & silent auctions, and inspirational wish stories. Tickets are priced at $500 per person with sponsorship packages ranging in price from $5,000 to $50,000. Tickets & sponsorship packages are available for purchase at About Wish Ball (wishballmidatlantic.org)

WHEN: Saturday, February 22, 2025, from 6 p.m. to 12 Midnight.
WHERE: The Waldorf Astoria, Washington, D.C. is located at 1100 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20004. Room reservations for Wish Ball attendees can be made here.
WHO: Co-Chairs for 2025 Wish Ball: Katherine & Benjamin Berman and Sophie & Stephen LaMontagne, Georgetown Cupcake
Georgetown Cupcake Sisters Katherine Kallinis Berman and Sophie Kallinis LaMontagne are the co-founders and co-owners of Georgetown Cupcake, stars of DC Cupcakes and Cupcake Cam LIVE on TLC and best-selling authors of the cookbooks The Cupcake Diaries and Sweet Celebrations. Inspired by their grandmother, Berman and LaMontagne opened Georgetown Cupcake on Valentine’s Day 2008 in Washington, DC. Over the past 15 years, Berman and LaMontagne have made Georgetown Cupcake’s DC flagship bakery a destination for cupcake lovers across the globe. With a menu of over 100 different flavors, Georgetown Cupcake ships its cupcakes nationwide.
Berman and LaMontagne and their cupcakes have been featured in publications and programs such as The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, USA Today, The Washington Post, CNN, Better Homes and Gardens, Food & Wine, People, InStyle, Town & Country, NBC’s Today Show, Good Morning America, The Oprah Winfrey Show, and The Martha Stewart Show. Berman and LaMontagne’s philanthropic efforts include supporting many local and national charities, primarily focusing on women’s and children’s health issues. Since its founding, Georgetown Cupcake has donated millions of dollars and cupcakes to charitable organizations nationwide.

Pink Tie Party
2025-03-14 06:00 - 23:00 | Union Station, 50 Massachusetts Ave NE, Washington, DC, 1613, United States
An annual signature event of the National Cherry Blossom Festival, the Pink Tie Party will whisk guests away to be part of the blossom magic at the pinkest soiree on the DC social calendar. The event is presented by Union Station Washington D.C. and Design Cuisine.
Guests will walk through themed halls inspired by some of the most vibrant springtime celebrations worldwide: Rio de Janeiro and Venice’s Carnivals, and of course, Washington, DC’s National Cherry Blossom Festival. Guests flaunt their best pink and floral attire and experience each of the featured celebrations through carefully curated food and cocktails from local DC-area restaurants, music, experiences, décor, and more.
Tickets are $250 and can be purchased on the Festival website. Funds raised through ticket sales and a Benefit Auction where guests can bid on unique items support the mission of the National Cherry Blossom Festival, to ensure events remain primarily free and open to the public.
“The Pink Tie Party is the first opportunity the public can feel the blossom magic as it officially kicks off the National Cherry Blossom Festival’s signature events,” said Diana Mayhew, president and CEO of the National Cherry Blossom Festival. “I hope you’ll join us for an unforgettable evening of fun, fashion, and philanthropy as the Festival presents your passport to spring.”
The Pink Tie Party is also supported by All Nippon Airways (ANA). Other sponsors include City Cruises, and media partners Audacy, Washington Blade and Washingtonian.

Leukemia Ball
2025-03-29 06:00 - 23:00 | Walter E. Washington Convention Center, 801 Allen Y. Lew Place NW, Washington, DC, 20001
The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) is pleased to announce actor, comedian, producer, writer and creator Nick Kroll as headlining entertainment for the 2025 National Leukemia Ball, which will be held on Saturday, March 29, 2025 in Washington, D.C.

Inspired by his sister-in-law Niccole’s experience with blood cancer, Kroll has been lending his talent to help accelerate research for better treatments. The 2025 National Leukemia Ball is thrilled to partner with Nick to advance LLS’s mission. Kroll is a multifaceted creative force in today’s entertainment landscape, revered for his prowess as a creator, writer, producer, comedian and actor across film and television. Renowned for his versatility, Kroll co-created, writes, produces, and lends his voice to over 30 characters in the Emmy-Nominated Netflix animated series BIG MOUTH, drawing inspiration from his own childhood experiences. Additionally, he spearheads HUMAN RESOURCES, another Netflix endeavor, serving as co-creator, writer, and Executive Producer. Prior to his Netflix ventures, Kroll showcased his comedic genius as the Creative Executive Producer of KROLL SHOW, a sketch comedy series that enjoyed a successful three-season run on Comedy Central. He further cemented his place in television history with his portrayal of the quirky “Ruxin” in the hit FX show THE LEAGUE.

Kroll has led efforts to raise more than $4.5 million for breakthrough immunotherapy studies and FDA-approved clinical trials that are helping people with blood cancer worldwide. In 2019, he co-founded Comedy vs. Cancer, an annual comedy benefit show that supports the blood cancer research efforts by Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK). LLS and event co-chairs, Kimberly Davis Riffe, Sr. Partner & Advisory Market Leader, KPMG, and Katie Yanushonis, Sr. Vice President, The Meridian Group, are thrilled that Kroll is extending his support by headlining its annual Leukemia Ball to advance the organization’s overall mission to improve the quality of life of all blood cancer patients and their families.

Special thank you to our 2025 Presenting Partner, KPMG, and our top sponsors, LINK Strategic Partners, Johnson & Johnson, Truist and The Meridian Group. Funds raised from the event will directly support LLS’ mission. To learn more or to purchase tickets, please visit: www.leukemiaball.org.

About the Leukemia Ball:

The Leukemia Ball is The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s (LLS) National Signature Black Tie Event. For more than three decades, the Leukemia Ball has reigned as one of Greater Washington, D.C.’s largest, non-political black-tie events. Since its inception in 1988, this annual event has raised more than $74 million for LLS. The magical evening includes meaningful networking, dinner, dancing, an inspirational program, star-studded entertainment, live/silent auction, and more!
Planning for the Leukemia Ball is spearheaded by the National Executive Committee, a group of more than 25 dedicated business leaders connected to LLS’s Mission. This event could not be a success without the generous support of leadership and partners.

Georgetown House Tour Patron's Party
2025-04-23 06:30 - 20:30 | Larz Anderson House, 2118 Massachussetts Ave. MW, Washington, DC, 20008
The Georgetown House Tour kicks off this year’s festivities by hosting its annual Patron’s Party on Wednesday, April 23, 2025, from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM.
Held each year at one of Georgetown’s preeminent homes, the Patron’s Party was established in 2000 by prolific Georgetown volunteer Frida Burling as a kickoff to the tour.
Guests can anticipate cocktails and hors d’oeuvres in a lavish garden setting.
Proceeds from the event benefit St. John’s ministries to homeless adults and children, the unemployed, senior citizens, and low-income children at DC public schools.
This year’s event will be held at the Larz Anderson House, located at 2118 Massachusetts Ave, NW, 20008.
Advanced tickets for this event are priced at $325 per person, which includes admission to the upcoming Georgetown House Tour & Tea; $700 for two tickets, which includes name recognition at the Patron’s Party as well as two tickets to the Georgetown House Tour & Tea; $1400 for four tickets, which includes name recognition at the Patron’s Party and a listing in the Georgetown House Tour magazine as well as four tickets to the Georgetown House Tour & Tea, or $2000 for six tickets, which includes name recognition at the Patron’s Party and a listing in the Georgetown House Tour magazine as well as six tickets to the Georgetown House Tour& Tea.
Tickets are available here.

Taste of Point Reception
2025-05-07 18:30 - 20:30 | Room & Board, 1840 14th St NW,, Washington, DC, 20009
Taste of Point holds a reception on Wednesday, May 7th from 6:30 – 8:30 at Room & Board.

The event will take place on the top floor & outdoor terrace at Room & Board, featuring small plates from area restaurants and hand-crafted cocktails from local mixologists, and a speaking portion where you will hear directly from Point scholars.

This year Point is supporting a record-breaking class of 755 scholars and your support will allow Point to continue its mission.

Point Foundation is the nation’s largest scholarship-granting organization for LGBTQ students of merit.

You can purchase your tax-deductible tickets here: https://pointfoundation.org/taste-of-point-dc?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social_media&utm_campaign=TOPDC25&utm_content=event&fbclid=IwY2xjawJjr75leHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHidbW-YqsFWV6QBzbyAhDJ_CHjq2jI93GNIMlthkPGXLMPenccFNN7ZhcoX7_aem_kzQTcJFzsegzbMfADflzxg.

High-Octane Ball (HOB) Charity Gala
2025-05-17 19:00 - 23:00 | Land Rover Alexandria, 5900 McGuin Drive, Alexandria, VA, 22310
The High-Octane Ball (HOB) Charity Gala, a sister event to the highly acclaimed Old Town Festival of Speed & Style, is set to take place the night before the Festival, on Saturday, May 17, 2025, from 7:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. The HOB will be hosted in the showroom of Land Rover Alexandria, the presenting sponsor for the charity gala. Land Rover Alexandria is located at 5900 McGuin Drive, Alexandria, VA 22310.
The theme for this year’s gala is the James Bond 007 inspired “Casino Royale” style, highlighting the sophisticated and elegant black-tie formalwear as the recommended attire.
Now in its sixth year, the HOB is designed to highlight the Style element of the Festival’s emphasis on Speed & Style, and is designed specifically to support local Alexandria-based charitable organizations.
This year’s non-profit beneficiaries are: ALIVE!, Community Lodgings and National Breast Center Foundation.

ALIVE! is dedicated to fighting poverty and hunger in Alexandria
Community Lodgings aids impoverished families that experience homelessness to build a more sustainable life
The National Breast Center Foundation exists to increase the individual survivability of breast cancer for everyone

These three beneficiaries provide massive support for those in the Alexandria community that need help in ending the cycle of poverty and creating educational opportunities in their youth programs and tackling the challenge of breast cancer. Attendees are highly encouraged to bring their wallets and a giving heart to help these deserving local charities.
Tickets to The High-Octane Ball are $150.00 each, and can be purchased via the HOB Website at www.HighOctaneBall.com. The purchase price and all donations are tax-deductible.
The evening begins at 7:00 p.m. and includes valet parking upon arrival, and a red-carpet entrance hosted special gala emcee, “Joan Rivers.” From 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. guests will be serenaded by a lounge singer while partaking of the hand-crafted appetizers and drinks. Dinner will be served at 8:00 p.m. and will be provided by a selection of locally based restaurants sharing their specialties. An extraordinary cocktail mixologist will also be present to shake (not stir) that famous martini or any other specialty drink.
Also featured will be a silent auction that includes bidding items such as travel excursions and fun experiential activities, along with a very special real-time event to auction. The evening will end with plenty of dancing and conviviality.
David Garibaldi, a world-renowned painter, will be creating a piece of art live at the gala and will then be auctioned to the highest bidder. His paintings typically sell for more than $100,000, and all proceed from his work will go to the HOB’s charities. To totally appreciate this amazing personality, a special David Garibaldi VIP experience has been created for 20 people for an additional $100.
For more information about the High-Octane Ball and to purchase tickets, please visit www.HighOctaneBall.com.
About The Old Town Festival of Speed & Style:
Considered Alexandria’s signature event, the Old Town Festival of Speed & Style is a 501(c)(3) non-profit, charitable organization chartered to generate funds to be donated to Alexandria-based nonprofit organizations. Now in its sixth year, The Old Town Festival of Speed & Style, presented by Burke & Herbert Bank, brings together exquisite cars and motorcycles, with enthusiasts of fashion, art, music, and style, to create a one-day festival of good energy and fun. Considered one of the most prestigious and premiere car events on the East Coast, the Festival celebrates the heart and spirit of the Alexandria, VA community and highlights the elegance and style of Old Town. Learn more at www.festivalofspeedandstyle.com.

The Congressional Pickleball Match on the National Mall
2025-09-18 17:30 - 20:00 | Trust for the National Mall
The Congressional Pickleball Match on the National Mall—an unforgettable evening of sports, civic engagement, networking and fun.
Join in on September 18, 2025, from 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM, for this premier event set against the backdrop of the U.S. Capitol and the Washington Monument.
The Trust for the National Mall is teaming up with Congressional Sports for Charity, the presenters of the celebrated Congressional Baseball Game, for this one-of-a-kind event that will bring together members of Congress, business leaders, special guests and all who love the game on America’s Front Yard.
The evening will feature Congressional match play, engaging activations and opportunities to play on court on the iconic National Mall.
Individual bleacher tickets to watch the Congressional Tournament can be purchased for $15.

TICKET AND SPONSOR OPTIONS

All proceeds support the preservation of the National Mall and charities supported by Congressional Sports for Charity.

Food Rescue US's WE RESCUE 25
2025-09-18 18:30 - 21:30 | Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Library, 901 G Street NW, Washington, DC
Food Rescue US – DC, the DMV’s leading app-based food rescue program, is celebrating nine years of impact preventing food waste and alleviating food insecurity across Greater Washington.
WHAT: On September 18th, Food Rescue US – DC will host its fifth annual fundraiser WE RESCUE 25! This event is a festive, mix-and-mingle celebration offering food and drink from local purveyors including The Duck & the Peach, Ama, Cucina MORINI, Lucky Danger, RASA, Rose Ave Bakery, Le Storie Wines, and BINGE Bar. The evening features a silent auction to generate vital revenue for the organization, with items ranging from weekend getaways and restaurant experiences to pearl and diamond earrings and tickets to local sports and theater.

WHEN: Thursday, September 18, 2025, 6:30-9:30 p.m.

WHERE: Fifth-floor event and rooftop space at the Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Library, 901 G St NW, Washington, DC

WHO: Returning event emcee Robert Aubry Davis, local cultural commentator, longtime voice of public broadcasting at WETA, and founding program director of SiriusXM Satellite Radio, will lead a brief program celebrating Food Rescue US – DC and its impact on the DMV community.

DC Councilmember Charles Allen has represented Ward 6 since 2015. Trained in public health, he previously worked to expand healthcare access with the DC Primary Care Association. On the Council, he has championed education, transportation, housing, public safety reform, and government transparency. A strong advocate for food security, he will discuss his efforts on the Council and the state of food relief, including the role of Food Rescue US – DC.
Chef Johanna Hellrigl, Food Rescue US – DC Chef Ambassador and co-owner of the 2025 District Sustainability Award-winning restaurant Ama, will speak to the environmental importance of preventing food waste.

Throughout the evening, Drag Queen Tara Hoot, voted 2025 Best Drag Performer by readers of the Washington City Paper, will perform her hilarious “Does It Waffle” routine of repurposing leftover food into wacky culinary creations.

TICKETS: Tickets are $125 all-inclusive and may be purchased through this link:
WE RESCUE 25! Proceeds will fund operational support for Food Rescue US – DC.

Dc Public Library Foundation Fall Into Books
2025-09-26 18:30 - 21:30 | MLK Auditorium, 901 G St NW, Washington, DC, 20001
September 26, 2025 6:30pm to 9:30pm (awards from 7:45pm to 8:15pm)
On this special evening, honor the legacy and future of the DC Public Library Renaissance — and raise critical support to power the next chapter of community impact.
Honoring Mayor Anthony A. Williams
DCPL will present the Power the Dream: Transformer Award to the Honorable Anthony A. Williams, the visionary leader and architect of DC’s civic renaissance — and a champion of public libraries as hubs for opportunity and equity.
Honoring Mr. Kojo Nnamdi
DCPL will present the Power the Dream: Igniting the Community Award to Mr. Kojo Nnamdi, award winning radio and television personality, who has been an advocate of DC Public Libraries and free and accurate access to information for all.
Honoring Mr. Clint Smith
DCPL will present the Power the Dream: Spotlight Award to Mr. Clint Smith, award winning Author and Poet.
Launching Our First Children’s Book
Be part of a heartwarming moment as DCPL debut its first-ever children’s book, Adventures with Bon, inspired by former DCPLF Chair Bonnie Cohen. Enjoy a special live read-aloud that celebrates imagination, service, and library love.
Celebrating the Freedom to Read
DC’s freedom to read is not guaranteed. In tribute to our annual Battle of the Banned series, DCPL will unveil four new Banned Book Art Displays created by our All-Star DC Librarians — a powerful reminder of the stories worth protecting.

Newsbash for Breast Cancer
2025-10-21 19:00 - 21:00 | Royal Sonesta Capitol Hill, 20 Massachusetts Ave NW, Washington, DC, 20001
NewsBash, the annual event founded by Washington’s top female news anchors across every network, announces their 2025 event will take place on Tuesday, October 21, from 7:00 – 9:00 PM at the Royal Sonesta Capitol Hill, Washington, DC.
This year’s event will benefit Breast Care for Washington (BCW). Based in Ward 8, BCW is committed to reducing breast cancer mortality by providing access to high-quality screening, diagnostic services, and care to all women, regardless of their ability to pay. The organization plays a critical role in serving communities with healthcare service gaps, and is the only independent, non-profit breast imaging center facility east of the Anacostia River offering 3D mammography. This will be the third time NewsBash has partnered with BCW.
“We are honored that this incredible anchor group has chosen to turn their collective spotlight back to Breast Care for Washington,” said BCW CEO Mary Wetherall, RN. “This donation specifically funds their Patient Navigation and Access to Care programs, which help remove financial and logistical barriers that can delay or prevent diagnosis and treatment, which is a crucial link for this city, especially now.”
BCW’s Patient Navigation and Access to Care programs provide transportation assistance, appointment coordination, translation support and access to financial resources. The goal is to ensure that no patient has to choose between receiving medical care and meeting basic needs, and that every woman receives timely, uninterrupted access to lifesaving breast health services.
As part of their ongoing innovation, BCW also recently introduced iSonoHealth ATUSA whole breast ultrasound as a new, radiation free, painless and cost-effective screening option for women outside traditional screening guidelines. Black women and women under 40 have the highest rates of new breast cancers, and early detection through tools like ATUSA can drastically improve survival rates.
Founded in 2009, NewsBash has built a community of dozens of news anchors across competing stations, along with survivors, supporters, politicos, and friends. Each year, hundreds join together for an unforgettable evening dedicated to raising funds and awareness for local breast cancer charities. To date, over $480,000 has been donated to eight charities through NewsBash events. The event is chaired by Laura Evans Manatos (CEO, Laura Evans Media and former Fox 5), Lesli Foster (WUSA9), Angie Goff (Fox5DC) Alison Starling (fmr WJLA), Andrea Roane (fmr WUSA9), Shawn Yancy (NBC Washington) and Eun Yang (NBC Washington).
This is the first year the event will stage on the Royal Sonesta Capitol Hill rooftop. Opened in late 2023, Royal Sonesta Capitol Hill is a 274-room luxury hotel that boasts some of the largest rooms and best views in the city.
“Getting Washington women access to preventative care and treatment is why we do this. Breast Care for Washington is an outstanding partner for our local community, which makes them a perfect partner for us,” said Anchor Chair Committee member Laura Evans Manatos.
Event tickets and sponsorships are available now at dcnewsbash.org. Tickets begin at $150, with special rates for breast cancer survivors. A limited number of $300 Mammogram Maven tickets, which include a goodie bag worth over $600, are also available.

Chefs For Equality 2025
2025-10-27 18:00 - 22:00 | Various
The Human Rights Campaign (HRC) announces the return of Chefs for Equality (CFE), a culinary event supporting LGBTQ+ rights and equality. This year’s edition—Everything Everywhere All at Once—takes place Monday, October 27, 2025.
Chefs for Equality 2025 is reimagining its signature experience with a fresh, elevated format: five exclusive collaborative dinners hosted by some of the DMV’s most celebrated chefs, mixologists, and restaurateurs. Each intimate event (welcoming 60–80 guests) will deliver bold flavors, powerful storytelling, and shared commitment to LGBTQ+ equality — all in unforgettable settings designed to spark conversation and connection. Each experience will begin at 5:30 p.m. with an extravagant cocktail reception, followed by a multi-course paired dinner and guest appearances.
“Chefs for Equality shines a spotlight on the strength and solidarity of the DMV’s vibrant restaurant scene,” says writer David Hagedorn, the gala’s creator and chair. “This new format is a powerful expression of the resilience and inventive spirit that celebrates culinary excellence while championing equality.”
Tickets are now available at chefsforequality.org for five exclusive, immersive dinner experiences:
CUT by Wolfgang Puck – Host Chef Wolfgang Puck in collaboration with Chefs Andrew Ho and Ligia Barros (CUT), Amy Brandwein (Centrolina), Harley Peet (Bas Rouge), and Bryan Voltaggio (Wye Oak Tavern)
Moon Rabbit – Host Chefs Kevin Tien and Susan Bae, in collaboration with Chefs Rob Rubba (Oyster Oyster), Ryan Ratino (Bresca, Jont) and Eli Collins (a.kitchen+bar), Satang Ruangsangwatana and Prapavadee Limvatana (Six Ways to Sunday), Seng Luangrath (Baan Mae), and Paolo Dungca (Kaya)
The Duck and the Peach – Host Chefs Katarina Petonito and Rochelle Cooper in collaboration with Chefs Johanna Hellrigl (Ama), Matt Adler (Caruso’s Grocery), Carlos Delgado (Causa), Jova Urriolla (Colada Shop), Mike Friedman and Robert Cain (Red Hen), Simon Lam (Tiger Fork), Ria Montes (Fish Shop Bar & Restaurant), and Kareem Queeman (Mr. Bake)
Acqua Bistecca – Host Chef Colin Clark in collaboration with Chefs Tatiana Mora and Miguel Guerra (MITA), Ruben Garcia (Casa Teresa), Tony Chittum (Iron Gate, Vermillion), Matt Conroy and Isabel Coss (Pascual) and Scott Drewno (Fried Rice Collective)
Perry’s – Host Chef Masako Morishita in collaboration with Audrey Angeles (Forst & Flourish) and David Guas (Neutral Ground)
For those unable to attend one of the five immersive dinner experiences, Chefs for Equality invites supporters to join the celebration through its extraordinary online auction from Monday, October 20th through 27th. From October 27th through November 2nd, participating restaurants and bars around the DMV will be participating in “Chefs for Equality Promotional Week,” offering exciting specials and donating a portion of those sales to the HRCF. For a full list of auction items and restaurants participating in “Chefs for Equality Promotional Week,” please visit chefsforequality.org.

DC Central Kitchen Capital Food Fight
2025-11-06 18:00 - 22:00 | The Anthem, 901 Wharf Street SW, Washington, DC, 20024
DC Central Kitchen, with support from Presenting Sponsor Tyson Foods, is hosting its annual Capital Food Fight Thursday, November 6 at The Anthem. The event benefits DC Central Kitchen’s ongoing work to fight hunger and poverty through job training and job creation in our nation’s capital. Guests will enjoy a thrilling stage show featuring four rising stars of DC’s culinary scene, tastes from more than 70 restaurants and bars from across the region, and appearances from some of the biggest names in food.

What: Capital Food Fight 2025

When: Thursday, November 6, 2025
Doors open at 6pm; Battles begin at 6:30pm

Where: The Anthem, 901 Wharf St SW, Washington, DC 20024

Tickets: Available online at capitalfoodfight.org
This is a 21+ event

Chef Spike Mendelsohn and Tommy McFly head a notable lineup of celebrity judges, including Chopped judge and Iron Chef competitor Amanda Freitag, Hawaiian cuisine innovator and James Beard Award winning chef & restaurateur Roy Yamaguchi, Top Chef All-Star Eric Adjepong, Mr. National Ryan Zimmerman, and television personality and New York Times cookbook bestseller Rocco DiSpirito. They will be judging offerings featuring secret ingredients created during thrilling head-to-head culinary battles on stage between 2025 RAMMY Rising Chef of the Year Surseh Sundas of Daru and Tapori, Chef Julie Cortes of Kayu (formerly at Michelin Bibb Gourmand recognized Kaliwa), Chef Matt Price, aka “Mr. Make It Happen” of Fraiche, and Fava Pot’s Owner and Chef Dina Daniel.

Main Event tickets, which include unlimited bites from more than 70 restaurants, open bar, and entertainment activations throughout the venue, are $350. A limited number of exclusive Front Row Experience tickets are available for $725, which include access to a stage-front lounge area featuring small bites and drinks from The Bazaar by José Andrés + Jaleo, Fabio Trabocchi Restaurants, Fish Shop helmed by 2023 CFF Champion Ria Montes, and more. Tickets are available online at capitalfoodfight.org.

Some of this year’s silent auction highlights include a jazz & dining trip for two to New Orleans, a golf trip to Monterey, California for two, a suite for 18 at Capital One Arena, Owners Tickets for a Washington Capitals game, courtside seats for a Washington Wizards game, dinner for six at home catered by Chef Fabio Trabocchi, dinner for two at The Inn at Little Washington, and a handful of amazing staycations. The silent auction will be open to the public starting on Thursday, October 23 for everyone who wants to support DC Central Kitchen, even those who can’t attend the event on November 6.

Special thanks to this year’s Presenting Sponsor Tyson Foods, as well as our Pantry Sponsor Wegmans, and Showcase Sponsors CoBank, Instacart, and Lineage Foundation for Good; Executive Chef sponsors ADM, Bloomberg Philanthropies, DoorDash, and Elevance Health; and Sous Chef sponsors AGNC, AARP Foundation, CareFirst, Clark Construction, Cuisine Solutions, Guest Services, Hilton, Nestle, PNC Bank and Singer. With additional thanks to Keany Produce & Gourmet, B&W, and Meat & Livestock Australia who are providing this year’s secret ingredients for the culinary battles. For a full list of this year’s sponsors, please visit capitalfoodfight.org/sponsors.

All proceeds from Capital Food Fight, including tickets, silent auction, and additional donations, support DC Central Kitchen’s essential programs, from providing culinary job training to previously unemployed adults to serving scratch-cooked school meals to delivering fresh, affordable fruits and vegetables to corner stores. For more information about DC Central Kitchen, visit dccentralkitchen.org.

Slices & Softserve to Benefit Capital Area Food bank
2025-11-09 17:00 - 21:00, 2025-11-10 05:00 - 21:00 | Dolcezza, 600 H Street NE, Washington, DC
On November 9–10 (5–9 PM) Dolcezza and The Little Grand will host a Slices & Soft Serve Party to raise funds for the Capital Area Food Bank.
Guests can grab a $16 ticket for a night of good food and good will — featuring:
A slice of The Little Grand’s signature sourdough pizza (Italian sausage & peppers or cheese)
A DOLCEZZA dulce de leche soft serve dipped in chocolate
All proceeds from ticket sales will be donated to the Capital Area Food Bank, with a fundraising goal of $2,000.

Where: Start at The Little Grand (807 7th St. NE) for your slice, then stroll to DOLCEZZA’s newest shop (600 H St. NE) for dessert — or reverse it, we won’t judge.
When: November 9 & 10 (5–9 PM),
Tickets: https://www.exploretock.com/thelittlegrand/event/576445

Four Seasons Wine & Dine
2025-11-13 18:00 - 22:00 | Four Seasons, 2800 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington, DC, 20007
It’s the return of Four Seasons DC Wine & Dine—back this fall for its fourth annual edition, November 13–14, 2025.
This two-night culinary celebration brings together celebrity chefs, acclaimed local talent, and world-class wines and spirits, all in support of cancer research at MedStar Health.
Event highlights include:
Thursday, November 13 – Culinary Showcase at Bourbon Steak DC (6–10 PM)
An immersive evening featuring chef action stations, passed hors d’oeuvres, and curated wine and spirit tastings. Guests will mingle with an all-star lineup of culinary icons, including:

David Burke – James Beard Award-nominated chef known for inventive American cuisine

Antonia Lofaso – Acclaimed restaurateur and Top Chef alum

Michael Mina – Award-winning celebrity chef and event host

Quentin Welch – Executive Chef of Bourbon Steak DC

Plus, some of DC’s most celebrated local chefs cooking alongside the headliners! More details to come.

Friday, November 14 – Fine Wine & Celebrity Chef Dinner
The celebration continues with a four-course seated dinner from celebrity chefs with wine pairings curated by Company Fine Wine, featuring Bella Oaks, Laurent-Perrier, Lost Mountain Vineyards, Rudd Estate, and more, followed by a dessert and spirits lounge with Rare Character Whiskey, The Macallan, and IWA Sake of Japan.
Proceeds from Wine & Dine benefit MedStar Health’s cancer research initiatives, supporting clinical trials, innovative therapies, and essential survivorship services for patients and families across the region.
Tickets are now available online.

Four Seasons Wine & Dine
2025-11-14 18:00 - 22:00 | Four Seasons, 2800 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington, DC, 20007
It’s the return of Four Seasons DC Wine & Dine—back this fall for its fourth annual edition, November 13–14, 2025.
This two-night culinary celebration brings together celebrity chefs, acclaimed local talent, and world-class wines and spirits, all in support of cancer research at MedStar Health.
Event highlights include:
Friday, November 14 – Fine Wine & Celebrity Chef Dinner
The celebration continues with a four-course seated dinner from celebrity chefs with wine pairings curated by Company Fine Wine, featuring Bella Oaks, Laurent-Perrier, Lost Mountain Vineyards, Rudd Estate, and more, followed by a dessert and spirits lounge with Rare Character Whiskey, The Macallan, and IWA Sake of Japan.
Proceeds from Wine & Dine benefit MedStar Health’s cancer research initiatives, supporting clinical trials, innovative therapies, and essential survivorship services for patients and families across the region.
Tickets are now available online.

Once Upon a Time Valentine's Benefit
2026-02-12 19:00 - 22:00 | Hillwood Museum & Gardens, 4155 Linnean Avenue, NW, Washington, DC, 20008
Event Co-Chairs
Donna Cooper, Virginia Kennedy, and Katie Mullen

and Hillwood Executive Director
Kate Markert

invite you to join us at Hillwood Estate, Museum & Gardens for Once Upon a Time, a Valentine’s celebration and benefit, on Thursday, February 12, 2026.

Preview the special exhibition On Time: Giving Form to the Fleeting, explore the magic of Hillwood, and bid on choice items in the silent auction.
Sponsorships and tickets may be purchased online or by calling 202.243.3974.
Sponsorships: $300 to $10,000
Hillwood Member Ticket: $150 | Public Ticket: $175

Your support is vital to Hillwood’s mission to inspire and educate the public, continuing the legacy of Marjorie Merriweather Post. With your support, Hillwood offers free and low-cost field trips for hundreds of D.C. students, ensures access for all, and welcomes the community to lectures, workshops, and jazz performances that keep Post’s vision alive for future generations.
