Hi-Lawn's Kentucky Derby Party
2024-05-04 14:00 - 20:00 UTC | Hi-Lawn, 1309 5th St. NE, Washington, DC, 20002
If you can’t make it to Louisville for the 150th Kentucky Derby this year, Hi-Lawn is transforming its expansive turf into a day-long infield party on Saturday, May 4. One of DC’s largest rooftops, situated right above Union Market, will play host to a free-to-attend viewing party from 2-8pm complete with mint juleps, live bluegrass music, hobby horse races and a fancy hat contest with prizes.
The open-air roof will feature two large TVs for race viewing (with a 6:45pm post time), plus a bar stocked with mint juleps, bourbon and other themed cocktails.
Bringing the infield party vibes to life, guests can compete in stick horse racing contests starting at 4pm, while jamming out to live music by Moose Jaw Bluegrass from 3:30-5:30pm.
Hi-Lawn will also have lawn games for guests to play, including cornhole, Jenga, chess, giant Connect Four and Yahtzee. And attendees are encouraged to don their finest seersucker, sundresses, and stylish toppers, as Hi-Lawn will host a fancy hat contest, with prizes such as happy hour for four, and gift cards.
Hi-Lawn’s Kentucky Derby Viewing Party is free to attend, with all food and beverage sold a la carte. Reservations are available on Resy, but walk-ins will also be welcomed. Guests can access Hi-Lawn through the dedicated rooftop staircase at the front-east entrance to Union Market, adjacent to Suburbia.
WHO: Hi-Lawn
WHEN: Saturday, May 4, 2024
2-8pm

WHERE: Hi-Lawn (on the rooftop of Union Market)
1309 5th St. NE
Washington, DC 20002

George Lopez at the Kennedy Center
2024-05-10 19:00 - 23:00, 2024-05-11 21:00 - 23:00 | Kennedy Center, 2700 F St NW, Washington, DC, 20566
Last seen at the Kennedy Center in 2017, comedian George Lopez returns with his newest stand-up tour, ALLRIIIIGHHTTT! on Friday and Saturday, May 10–11 in the Eisenhower Theater.
Lopez currently stars in his multi-camera comedy series for NBC, Lopez vs Lopez, which features his real-life daughter, Mayan Lopez. Later this year, Lopez will be seen starring in the independent holiday comedy How the Gringo Stole Christmas, directed by Angel Gracia. Lopez joined the DC Extended Universe this summer, starring in the Warner Bros. Latin superhero film, Blue Beetle. Directed by Angel Manuel Soto and featuring a predominantly Latino cast, the film follows its first ever Mexican American teenager turned superhero. He will release the third installment of his middle-grade novel series, Chupacarter and the Screaming Sombrero in March.
Lopez has four HBO specials: The Wall (2017), It’s Not Me, It’s You (2012), Tall, Dark and Chicano (2009), which was nominated for a Best Comedy Album Grammy Award®, and America’s Mexican (2007). His acclaimed comedy concert, Why You Crying?, debuted on Showtime in 2004. He released his third stand-up CD, El Mas Chingon, in 2006, earning another Grammy® nomination. In 2004, he was nominated for his first Grammy® in the same category for Team Leader. In 2005, Time named him one of the 25 Most Influential Hispanics in America and the Harris Poll named him one of the Top Ten Favorite Television Personalities. The following year, Lopez received a Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. For a complete biography, see here.
Tickets can be purchased on the Kennedy Center website, at the Kennedy Center box office or by calling Instant Charge at (202) 467-4600.

Arab American Comedy Festival
2024-06-08 19:30 - 22:30 | Kennedy Center, 2700 F St NW, Washington, DC, 20566
The Arab American Comedy Festival will be at the Kennedy Center on June 8th at 7:30pm.
The New York Arab American Comedy Festival, which was co-created in 2003 by comedians Maysoon Zayid and Dean Obeidallah—is celebrating its 20th anniversary by culminating their tour at the prestigious Kennedy Center! Over 165,000 Arab Americans call the D.C. area home, and the universality of comedy with this festival’s headliners has proven appeal across the country – Tony Shalhoub and Ramy Youssef recently headlined the NY show.
The Festival was created to both dispel negative stereotypes about Arab Americans as well as create a platform for our community to tell our story through comedy.
The D.C. show will star seven headliners who have performed in past festivals: Maysoon Zayid (record setting TED Talk “I’ve got 99 Problems… Palsy is Just One,” regular on CNN, MSNBC, OWN and General Hospital)
Dean Obeidallah (MSNBC, CNN, The Dean Obeidallah Show” on SiriusXM radio, Comedy Central’s “Axis of Evil,” award-winning doc “The Muslims are Coming!”)
Mohanad Elshieky (Comedy Central, Conan, Lemonade’s “I’m Sorry” podcast, Full Frontal with Samantha Bee)
Majdy Fares (three-time Moth Grandslam champion, 1001 Nights Comedy Festival)
Rola ZZZ (DC Improv, Gotham Comedy Club, Traumedy, Dubai TV)
Laura Laham (Best of the Fest in 2022’s Burbank Comedy Festival)
Go Remy (100 million views on YouTube, “Brown Nation” sitcom, Comedy Central Records)
Funding for New York Arab-American Comedy Festival’s anniversary tour is provided by the Doris Duke Foundation.

2024 DC Afro-Latino Fest
2024-08-31 12:00 - 17:00 | Franklin Park, 1332 I Street NW, Washington DC, DC, 20009-1613, United States
The Mayor’s Office on Latino Affairs invites you to the 2024 DC Afro-Latino Fest at Franklin Park. Come enjoy live music and cultural performances from Afro-Latino artists and family-friendly fun.

RSVP: https://tinyurl.com/afrolatinofest24

Amazon's FREE Community Day
2024-09-21 09:00 - 13:00 | Amazon’s HQ2, 510 14th St. S,, Arlington, VA, 22202, United States
Join Amazon for a free Community Day, filled with outdoor fun, to celebrate HQ2’s one-year anniversary in National Landing. Community members of all ages are invited to take part in the fun, which includes exciting activities for children, a DJ, interactive art installations, food tastings from local eateries, a brunch garden, lawn games, a farmers market and much more.
Amazon’s Community Day commemorates the company’s ongoing dedication to being a good neighbor and community partner in Virginia and across the region. Since announcing plans to build its second headquarters in Arlington, Amazon has worked each day to fulfill its commitment to becoming one of the most trusted business and community partners in the region. Last year, Amazon donated more than $78 million to over 100 organizations in the area, making it the top corporate philanthropist in the region.
WHEN: Saturday, September 21, 2024 from 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. ET
WHAT: The event has something for everyone, including:

A kid’s corner with a Lego wall, face painting, bubble art and glitter tattoos
Enjoy beverages and local craft beers at the Boozy Brunch Garden, or grab a bite from one of Met Park’s restaurants
Make your mark on HQ2 with interactive art walls and chalk art
Visit the community library to donate an old book and swap for a new one
Lawn games, interactive art installations, and live screen printing.
Stroll through Met Park’s Saturday Market, where over 50 local vendors sell produce, hot food and handcrafted art items
Snap a picture at the photo booth equipped with themed props
Enjoy family-friendly tunes with a live DJ to keep the energy up

WHERE: Amazon’s HQ2 at Metropolitan Park, 510 14th St. S, Arlington, VA 22202

National Landing’s Annual Oktoberfest
2024-09-28 12:00 - 16:00 | National Landing
WHAT: Break out your lederhosen and raise your steins for National Landing’s annual Oktoberfest! Welcome the fall season and celebrate with a day full of dancing, cheers and revelry hosted by the National Landing Business Improvement District and District Fray.
Guests will enjoy traditional German music including Polka, Marches and Waltzes from The Alte Kumpel Band. Locally-owned Port City Brewing Company will serve up crisp lagers and ales – including their award-winning Märzen-style lager, Oktoberfest, as this year’s official beer sponsor. Cider and pub bites will be available from nearby restaurants including Crystal City Sports Pub, The Portofino Restaurant and Beauty Champagne and Sugar Boutique.
Adults can participate in a classic Stein hold and a costume competition to celebrate the best dressed and a braid bar by Drybar National Landing will be available!
WHEN: Saturday, September 28 from 12:00 to 4:00 PM.
WHERE: 2200 S Eads Street, Arlington, VA 22202
HOW: Festival tickets are available for purchase at nationallanding.org/oktoberfest. Tickets are required and are $10 in advance or $15 at the door.

Annual DC-Metro Modern Home Tour
2024-10-05 10:00 - 16:00 | Various
WHAT: annual DC-Metro Modern Home Tour
WHEN: Saturday, October 5th – 10am to 4pm
WHERE: Homes are in NW DC, Arlington and Mclean VA, and Bethesda MD
WHO: Modern Architecture + Design Society are the organizers. listModern are the tour sponsors/afterparty co-hosts; LXRY Studio is the co-host of the afterparty;
PARTICIPATING ARCHITECTS: Alair Homes Arlington, Michiels Partners, ZEE Design, Travis Price Architects (showing his own home!), Gorman Architecture + Design, Paola One Design, and Core Build+ presented by HEIDER Company.
SUMMARY: The annual DC-Metro Modern Home Tour is in its 7th year running. This once-a-year celebration of modern architecture and design highlights some of the finest work by local architects and designers in the Greater Washington area. Tourgoers are invited to explore the homes, meet the designers, and find some inspiration on the annual Modern Home Tour!
URL: https://mads.media/2024-dc-metro-modern-home-tour/

Morel Doucet and Myrtis Bedolla in Conversation with Wilfried Zeisler
2024-10-16 17:30 - 20:00 | Hillwood Museum & Gardens, 4155 Linnean Avenue, NW, Washington, DC, 20008
Dive deeper into the world of the oceans and the magnificent treasures featured in the special exhibition Fragile Beauty: Art of the Ocean in a five-part lecture series.

Hillwood's Spooky Pooch Halloween
2024-10-19 16:00 - 18:00 | Hillwood Museum & Gardens, 4155 Linnean Avenue, NW, Washington, DC, 20008
Hightail it to Hillwood with your four-legged friend for some Halloween fun! Explore the gardens, enjoy Yappy Hour at Merriweather To Go, and participate in the annual costume competition.
Saturday, October 19, 2024
4-6 p.m.

Fairmont Hotel HOWL-o-Ween
2024-10-29 18:00 - 19:30 | Fairmont Hotel – Washington DC, 2401 M Street NW, Washington, DC, 20037, United States
Fairmont Washington, D.C., Georgetown’s Canine Ambassador Georgie*, invites friends and neighbors to stop by with their canine companions for Fairmont’s 13th annual Howl-O-Ween. The event takes place on Tuesday, October 29 in the Courtyard Bar from 6:00pm and 7:30pm.
Prizes, awarded at 7:00pm, are for best-costumed doggies with their people, including overnight stays, dinners and more. Local celebrity judges will award prizes for most creative, most adorable, funniest and honorable mentions.
All dogs are treated to pawsome peanut butter doggie biscuits created by Fairmont’s pastry team; canine coolers are placed throughout the courtyard too. Humans can purchase spooky Halloween-themed cocktails and Puptails for four-legged guests.
Enter through the M Street Alleyway straight into the courtyard. There is no charge to attend Fairmont’s 13th Annual Howl-O-Ween. No reservations are necessary.
*Georgie, a yellow Labrador puppy, was born on August 17, 2018 at Guiding Eyes for the Blind, with the aspiration of one day becoming a guide dog. However, she was found to be excessively friendly for that role. Luckily, Mark Huntley the hotel’s general manager knew she was better suited for the hospitality industry. She spends her time in the lobby and courtyard greeting guests and visitors and holding special events.

Fall Festival on Woodrow Wilson PlazaThis free, midweek event invites DC visitors, local families, and downtown professionals to step away from the hustle and enjoy a day of seasonal fun. Woodrow Wilson Plaza will come alive with the colors, sounds and all the feels of fall. Enjoy these fall activities: hay bale maze DJ and dancing strolling characters STEAM Storytime with the National Children’s Museum (10:30 am to 11:00 am): Experience an engaging reading of Ricky, the Rock That Couldn't Roll plus a "ramps and rollers" activity where kids can explore motion through play. face painting balloon twisting pop-up book sale with Turning the Page mini pumpkin giveaway hands-on activities with Bambini and Bright Horizons-Triangle Tots Whether you’re wearing your best Halloween costume or just coming as you are, this festival is sure to bring out the festive spirit! To complement the autumn vibes, enjoy a cup of complimentary hot cider, and check out the local eats from Capital Harvest on the Plaza (CHoP) vendors. The event is free, open to the public, and weather permitting. Activities are available while supplies last. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/fall-festival-on-woodrow-wilson-plaza-tickets-1034023029717
2024-10-30 10:00 - 14:00 | Woodrow Wilson Plaza, 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW, Washington, DC, DC, 20004
This free, midweek event invites DC visitors, local families, and downtown professionals to step away from the hustle and enjoy a day of seasonal fun.
Woodrow Wilson Plaza will come alive with the colors, sounds and all the feels of fall.
Enjoy these fall activities:
hay bale maze
DJ and dancing
strolling characters
STEAM Storytime with the National Children’s Museum (10:30 am to 11:00 am): Experience an engaging reading of Ricky, the Rock That Couldn’t Roll plus a “ramps and rollers” activity where kids can explore motion through play.
face painting
balloon twisting
pop-up book sale with Turning the Page
mini pumpkin giveaway
hands-on activities with Bambini and Bright Horizons-Triangle Tots
Whether you’re wearing your best Halloween costume or just coming as you are, this festival is sure to bring out the festive spirit!
To complement the autumn vibes, enjoy a cup of complimentary hot cider, and check out the local eats from Capital Harvest on the Plaza (CHoP) vendors.
The event is free, open to the public, and weather permitting. Activities are available while supplies last.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/fall-festival-on-woodrow-wilson-plaza-tickets-1034023029717

Asia After Dark at National Museum of Asian Art
2024-11-01 17:00 - 21:30 | National Museum of Asian Art, 1100 Jefferson Dr SW,, Washington, DC, DC, 20004
The Smithsonian’s National Museum of Asian Art has announced a special Asia After Dark program commemorating Diwali, the Hindu festival of light. The event takes place Friday, Nov. 1, 5–9:30 p.m. It is free and open to the public.
Dance and music performances, food, discussions, crafts and more are on the schedule, including a dance party with DJ Rekha to end the night. The full list of activities is available online. The museum also offers many resources to learn about Diwali on its website, such as virtual tours of related collections, educator resources and webinars.
Diwali spans five days and marks the beginning of the new year in the Hindu calendar. Traditionally celebrated after the year’s last harvest, celebrants honor the goddess of abundance Lakshmi, inviting her to enter and bless their homes, temples and other public spaces. Lights are important to Diwali because Hindu belief holds that Lakshmi cannot enter a dark space.
More than 8,000 people attended the National Museum of Asian Art’s Diwali celebration in November 2023.

Side Yards: Fall Celebration
2024-11-08 17:30 - 20:30 | The Yards Park, 355 Water St SE, Washington, DC, 20003, United States
The Yards welcomes back Side Yards, the community’s favorite fall celebration of everything extraordinary, for its ninth year on Friday, November 8!
This year’s event promises a fresh twist with thrilling Lucha Libre performances, fan-favorite sideshow acts, including daring sword swallowers, magicians and mind-bending contortionists, as well as face painting and interactive activities for all ages to enjoy. With glow-in-the-dark giveaways, glitter tattoos, a live DJ, and more, there is something eye-popping for every guest at Side Yards!
The event is free to attend, but registration is required on Eventbrite. For more information, please visit theyardsdc.com.
WHEN: November 8, 2024 | 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM

WHERE: The Yards Park, Washington, DC | 355 Water St SE, Washington, DC 20003
HOW: The event is free to attend, but registration is required on Eventbrite. For more information, please visit theyardsdc.com.

City Center Tree Lighting
2024-11-30 17:00 - 21:00 | City Center, 825 10th St NW, Washington, DC, 20001
Now in its 11th year, CityCenterDC’s Annual Holiday Tree Lighting brings thousands to downtown DC to watch the lighting of its stunning 75-foot tree and kick off the holiday season.
CityCenterDC and Events DC are thrilled to announce that Grammy-nominated singer Jordin Sparks will grace the stage alongside the American Pops Orchestra at the downtown destination’s Annual Tree Lighting, which takes place every year on the Saturday of Thanksgiving weekend.
“The Annual Holiday Tree Lighting at CityCenterDC has truly become a centerpiece of the DC holiday calendar, with locals and visitors alike returning every year to participate in this beloved community tradition,” said Timothy Lowery, Vice President – Mixed-Use at Hines and General Manager of CityCenterDC. “Each year, we strive to make the next tree lighting better than the last – and we are absolutely elated to bring Jordin Sparks and the American Pop Orchestra to the CityCenterDC stage for this year’s tree lighting. With her dazzling vocals and holiday energy, this promises to be CityCenterDC’s best tree lighting yet.”
The popular event also includes family friendly entertainment such as complimentary face painting, balloon animals, gourmet popcorn, cotton candy, and mini donuts, along with delightful surprises.
The holiday festivities will take place on Saturday, Nov. 30, beginning at 5:00 p.m. The tree lighting celebration begins at 6:00 p.m. in The Park at CityCenter, on the corner of New York Avenue NW and 11th Street NW.

The Lodge at National Landing
2024-12-07 13:00 - 19:00 | Metropolitan Park, 1330 S Fair Street, Arlington, VA, 22202
The Lodge at National Landing returns for its second year, bringing a day of outdoor festive fun with a dash of Nordic hygge to Metropolitan Park. Presented by National Landing BID in partnership with Amazon, the holiday celebration invites families and friends of all ages – and four-legged friends – to enjoy a lineup of Après ski-inspired activities, live music, food and drink. Shop for unique gifts from local makers at the holiday market, hop aboard the winter train for a ride around the park, or cozy up under the big Lodge tent and enjoy festive performances.
Back by popular demand is National Landing’s Peppermint Mocha Latte Competition, this year featuring several neighborhood favorites:Colada Shop, Mah-Ze-Dahr, Surreal, Commonwealth Joe, Good Company Doughnuts, and Brij. Guests can taste test and cast their vote; the winner will be announced on-site.
Highlights ofThe Lodge include:

The Holiday Market: Shop unique gifts and seasonal gifts from local vendors including Block Print Bike, Cella Chocolates, Hello Wellness, KB Design Studio, Pick n Pack, White Lily Shoppe, and more. Find the perfect tree at The Lodge Christmas Tree Lot.

Selfies with Santa: Snap a memorable holiday photo with Santa himself.

The Lodge tent: Set in the heart of the Central Green in Met Park, enjoy cozy seating, ski-themed décor, delicious food and drink, and a cheerful lineup of live performances from Vaughn Ambrose Sextet, Dime a Dozen a cappella and more.

Holiday Train Rides: All aboard for winter train rides around Met Park (children must be accompanied by an adult).

For Furry Friends: Enter your pup in the Dog Sweater Contest for a chance to win fun prizes. Treat yourself to a pet caricature from a local artist or stop by the dog treat bar. Help local animals in need by adding to the Yappy Holidays Donation Tree.

Festive Crafts: Led by the Museum of Contemporary Art Arlington, write letters to Santa, enjoy custom coloring pages, design holiday cards, and more.

Face Painting & Glitter Tattoos: A splash of holiday sparkle for all.

Winter Outdoor Games: Play fun outdoor games throughout Met Park including floor curling, snowball throw, hockey foos ball, and more.

Food and Drink: Grab a bite at Quebec-inspired food truck, Urban Poutine, as well as an array of food offerings from National Landing restaurants. Stop by the Summit Bar for winter beers, ciders, spiked hot chocolate, and cocktails. Cast your vote in the Peppermint Mocha Latte Competition.

“We are happy to welcome the whole family to beautiful Metropolitan Park for a second year of holiday festivities at The Lodge at National Landing,” said Tracy Sayegh Gabriel, President and CEO of the National Landing BID. “In partnership with Amazon, we’re proud to celebrate the local talent of artists, makers and restaurateurs who are a cornerstone of our community.”

WHEN: Saturday, December 7 from 1:00 to 7:00 p.m.

WHERE: Metropolitan Park | 1330 S Fair St, Arlington, VA 22202
HOW: This event is FREE and open to the public. Admission is free; reservations are recommended.
In the heart of Virginia’s largest walkable downtown, The Lodge is easily accessible by Metro, walking or biking. Parking is also available along Crystal Drive. Garage parking is free for the first three hours on Saturdays, and then regular rates apply.

Lulu's CRUSH Holiday Wine Party
2024-12-08 12:00 - 15:30 | Lulu’s Winegarden, 1940 11th Street NW, Washington, DC, 20001
It’s the most wine-derful time of the year… Lulu’s Winegarden is hosting its last CRUSH wine tasting of 2024, on Sunday, December 8!
Themed “Holiday Wine Party,” the walkaround-style tasting will feature unlimited pours of more than 25 different celebratory wines (think: bubbles, winter whites and dinner party-friendly reds), plus a bottomless Breakfast Taco Bar, and holiday gifting opportunities with deep discounts on take-home bottles.
The two-time RAMMY finalist for “Wine Program of the Year” is hosting the tasting in its festively-transformed, heated desert wonderland patio dubbed “Lulu’s Wine(ter)garden” for the cold season – bringing boundless holiday cheer in the form of hanging ornaments and metal stars, glowing lanterns, fiery chimineas, illuminated luminarias, cactus Christmas trees, lush pine garlands, sparkling string lights, wreaths, tinsel & more.
The Sunday afternoon tasting fest offers unlimited tastes of more than 25 different wines, this month focusing on celebratory sparklings, full-bodied winter whites, holiday dinner-paired reds and more seasonal vinos.
To complement the wines, attendees can chow down on all-you-can-eat breakfast tacos from chef/partner Cable Smith (featuring soft scrambled egg, melty cheddar cheese and fresh pico de gallo, plus crispy bacon/hatch green chile; smoked brisket/avocado; or black bean/crispy potato hash) alongside an assortment of homemade salsas.
And if you’re looking for some holiday hostess gifts, a present for the wine-lover, or just need some wines for holiday dinners this season, Lulu’s will offer special super-discounted retail pricing on all take-home purchases (available by the bottle or case).
Designed to be unpretentious, fun and interactive, the tasting offers guests the chance to mingle with other wine-lovers and talk all-things-wine with vineyard representatives, learning about what they like (and what they don’t), and asking all the burning wine questions they’ve always wanted to ask!
The Southwest-inspired wine garden will host two sessions on Sunday, December 8: noon-1:30pm and 2-3:30pm. Tickets are just $55/person (plus tax/gratuity), which include unlimited wine tastings from approximately 25 different labels, breakfast tacos, and discounted retail pricing on take-home bottles and cases.
Tickets to Lulu’s “CRUSH: Holiday Wine Party” tasting can be booked on Resy.

Calico Winter Festival
2024-12-08 13:00 - 21:00 | Calico, 50 Blagden Alley NW, Washington, DC, 20001
Calico is welcoming the holiday season with a its 4th annual Winter Festival on Sunday, December 8, complete with ornament painting, an ugly sweater contest and seasonal food and drink. The party is free to attend and open to the public.
From 1 to 9 pm, the heated urban backyard in Blagden Alley will be decked out as a charming winter wonderland for the holidays.
Guests can get crafty by painting decorative ornaments (starting at $5/each) with complimentary communal painting and decorating supplies.
Other wintry food and drink offerings (sold a la carte) will include boozy cookie shots and hot cocktails from bar director Ian Fletcher, and comforting mugs of soup and topped tots.
There will also be special surprises with photo opportunities for pets and people.
And attendees are encouraged to wear their ugliest holiday sweater to the Blagden Alley bar, with prizes for the winners.
Calico’s 4th annual Winter Festival is free to attend and open to the public, with ornaments, food and drink sold a la carte.
WHO: Calico
WHEN: Sunday, December 8, 2024
1 pm – 9 pm

WHERE: Calico
50 Blagden Alley NW
Washington, DC 20001

Q&A with Renée Fleming
2024-12-10 11:45 - 13:00 | Georgetown Club, 1530 Wisconsin Ave. NW, Washington, DC
Tues. Dec. 10 is the last Q&A of 2024: what Carol Joynt claims is “sure to be a riveting conversation” with international opera star Renée Fleming. In addition to her remarkable life and career, they will discuss her work with NIH in studying the ways music can improve brain health. “I have the privilege of being in a flow state almost every time I perform,” she says. “I feel so happy and calm when I get off stage.”
Make your reservation today with the Georgetown Club.
Phone 202-333-9330 or email reservationist@georgetownclub.org.

The fee is $35, all inclusive of lunch plus desert from Georgetown Cupcake.
Seating begins at 11:45, the show begins at noon
The Georgetown Club, 1530 Wisconsin Ave. NW

Hillwood Lecture: A History of Women Artists in Europe, 1400-1800
2024-12-12 18:30 - 19:30 | Hillwood Museum & Gardens, 4155 Linnean Avenue, NW, Washington, DC, 20008
Frederick J. Fisher Lecture | Making Her Mark: A History of Women Artists in Europe, 1400-1800
Thursday, December 12, 2024, 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Please note: This is the twelfth annual lecture honoring the legacy of Hillwood’s former executive director, Frederick J. Fisher.
Andaleeb Badiee Banta, senior curator and department head of prints, drawings & photographs at the Baltimore Museum of Art, will discuss the exhibition Making Her Mark: A History of Women Artists in Europe, 1400-1800, exploring the breadth of women’s contributions to the creative culture of early modern Europe.

Ugly Sweater Party
2024-12-13 20:00 - 2024-12-14 02:00 | Astro Beer Hall, 4001 Campbell Ave, Arlington, VA, 22206
Ugly Sweater Party at Astro Beer Hall
Celebrate the holiday season in style at Astro Beer Hall and their basement retro bar, 1969’s Ugly Sweater Party. On Friday December 13th from 8PM to 2AM, guests are invited to fashion their favorite holiday sweater for a chance to win a gift card to Astro Beer Hall. The winner of the ugliest sweater overall will win a $100 gift card, and winners of the most vintage and most festive sweaters will each win a $50 gift card. From 8PM to 9PM, guests are encouraged to donate a canned good to get a 25 cent can of beer in exchange. Festive holiday libations are available to sip on throughout the event, including a Gingerbread Espresso Martini ($15), Peppermint Espresso Martini ($15), and Cranberry Margarita ($13). At 1969, guests can enjoy a Mini Cake Doughnut Bar, with three holiday themed mini cake doughnuts available for $1 from 9PM to 11PM. Follow along for more details on Astro’s Instagram and Facebook.

Astro Beer Hall is located in the Village at Shirlington at 4001 Campbell Ave, Arlington, VA 22206.

Noon Yards New Year's Eve
2024-12-31 10:00 - 13:00 | The Yards Park, 355 Water St SE, Washington, DC, 20003, United States
The Yards is bringing back Noon Yards Eve, the community’s favorite bedtime-friendly New Year’s celebration for young ones to ring in 2025!
Celebrate with family-friendly, free activities for all ages to enjoy, like trackless train rides, bounce houses, glitter tattoos, and carnival games. Guests are invited to groove to beats from a DJ, dive into arts and crafts, enjoy a specialty magic show, capture the last moments of 2024 in a photo booth and more!
The event will culminate with the highly-anticipated countdown and balloon drop celebration at noon, allowing kids of all ages to ring in the New Year!
HOW: Noon Yards is free to attend, but registration is required on Eventbrite.

WHEN/WHERE:

Tuesday, December 31 | 10am – 1pm

The Yards Sundeck | 355 Water Street SE, Washington, DC 20003

Medium Rare's New Year's PJ Brunch
2025-01-01 10:30 - 16:00 | Medium Rare, 3500 Connecticut Ave. NW, Washington, DC
Kick off 2025…in your pajamas! Medium Rare’s annual New Year’s Day Pajama Brunch is on Wednesday, January 1st!
Guests brunching at the popular prix-fixe restaurant are encouraged to wear their coziest, classiest and craziest PJs for a chance to win $100 gift cards in four fun categories:

Best Family Jammies

Most Creative Pajamas

Best Group Theme

Most Festive PJs

While brunchers enjoy Medium Rare signature dishes such as Steak & Eggs, Medium Rare’s Famous Benedict, overnight-soaked French Toast, and bottomless mimosas for $34.95, the Medium Rare staff will be judging your fit!
Brunch Hours: 10:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Location: Medium Rare (ALL DMV AREA LOCATIONS)

Cleveland Park (3500 Connecticut Ave NW) – OpenTable
Arlington (3601 Fairfax Dr) – OpenTable
Bethesda (4904 Fairmont Ave) – OpenTable

Alexandria Warehouse Sale
2025-02-01 - 2025-02-02 | Old Town Alexandria
21st Annual Alexandria Boutique Warehouse Sale

When: Saturday & Sunday – February 1 & 2, 2025

Where: Throughout Old Town Alexandria, VA

Time: Varying between normal store hours

Event Details:
The 21st Annual Alexandria Boutique Warehouse Sale, the longest-running winter affair, returns February 1-2, 2025, in a walkable format throughout Old Town Alexandria featuring unbeatable sales from 60 to 80% off.
With over 40 independent businesses participating from Alexandria and the surrounding region, shoppers can explore a variety of shopping experiences in stores, pop-up tents, open retail spaces, and select side streets along King Street. Shoppers can also discover incredible deals on indie brands, clothing, shoes, jewelry, home furnishings, and more.
Participating shoppers can download a sale map ahead of time to plan their shopping routes and highlight must-visit spots. QR code stations will also be available at participating businesses and pop-up tents to help locate shopping destinations easily. The sale map will be released the week of the event.
Get a jumpstart on the weekend fun by entering giveaways leading up to the sale. Follow @alxwarehousesale on Instagram for chances to win gift cards to local restaurants and participating shops.
The event is sponsored by Kristen Jones Real Estate.
Sample of participating businesses:

3 Sisters

529 Kids Consign

Alexandria Fine Rugs & Art

AR Workshop

Bishop Boutique

Bloomers

Boxwood

Comfort One

Era Edit

Eries Interiors

Gossypia

Look Again

Lucky Knot

Made In ALX

Mint Condition

Monday’s Child

Ms. Moxie

Mystique Jewelers

Nothing in Between

Old Town Books

Pacers

Penny Post

Pippin Toy

Principle Gallery

PS The Hive

Red Barn

Refresh

Sara Cambell

She’s Unique

Shop Made in VA

Ten Thousand Villages

The Genius Genus

The Pink Reef

The Shoe Hive & The Hive

Versailles Art & Rug

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Hillwood's La Chandeleur/ Crepe Day
2025-02-01 10:00 - 17:00 | Hillwood Museum & Gardens, 4155 Linnean Avenue, NW, Washington, DC, 20008
La Chandeleur, also known as Crêpe Day, marks the halfway point between winter and spring. In France, families celebrate by eating crêpes, which are round and golden like the spring sun.
Observe this holiday in festive French fashion and enjoy crêpes, storytelling, art projects, and more amidst Hillwood’s spectacular gardens, magnificent mansion, and exquisite French treasures.

Saturday, February 1, 2025
Sunday, February 2, 2025
10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Lunar New Year at Smithsonian’s National Museum of Asian Art
2025-02-01 15:00 - 19:00 | Smithsonian’s National Museum of Asian Art, 1050 Independence Ave SW, Washington, DC, 20004
The Smithsonian’s National Museum of Asian Art has announced its 2025 festival commemorating Lunar New Year, a celebration of the arrival of spring and the beginning of a new year on the lunisolar calendar. The event will take place Saturday, Feb. 1, 3–7 p.m, with festivities in both the museum and the Smithsonian Arts and Industries Building nearby. The festival is free and open to the public.
This year’s Lunar New Year festival will celebrate the year of the snake. In the Arts and Industries Building, the festivities will include lion dances, hands-on activities and an evening market with food vendors, artisans and craftmakers. Special art tours and family activities will take place at the museum. The full schedule is available online. The museum also offers many digital resources on Lunar New Year, such as virtual tours of related collections, lesson plans and webinars.

Hillwood's La Chandeleur / Crepe Day
2025-02-02 10:00 - 17:00 | Hillwood Museum & Gardens, 4155 Linnean Avenue, NW, Washington, DC, 20008
La Chandeleur, also known as Crêpe Day, marks the halfway point between winter and spring. In France, families celebrate by eating crêpes, which are round and golden like the spring sun.
Observe this holiday in festive French fashion and enjoy crêpes, storytelling, art projects, and more amidst Hillwood’s spectacular gardens, magnificent mansion, and exquisite French treasures.

Sunday, February 2, 2025
10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Love Ballad Karaoke
2025-02-06 17:00 - 20:00 | Hard Rock Cafe, 999 E Street NW, Washington, DC
Love Ballad Karaoke
Guests can channel their inner rock star at Love Ballad Karaoke, happening on February 6, 13, and 20 from 5 PM to 8 PM. Sing your favorite ballads while enjoying Happy Hour specials from 4 PM to 7 PM, featuring:

$1 Off Draft Beer
$5 House Pours
$6 Select Cocktails & House Wine

Dune Screening at the National Building Museum
2025-02-08 18:30 - 21:30 | National Building Museum, 410 F Street NW, Washington, DC
Join the National Building Museum for a one-of-a-kind evening of cinema, conversation, and community. Its Great Movies in the Great Hall series blends expert insights with visually stunning films, offering a deeper appreciation of storytelling, culture, and artistry. Each event begins with a discussion led by scholars and industry experts, exploring the film’s themes, historical influences, and cultural impact. Then immerse yourself in a cinematic masterpiece on the big screen.

DUNE: PART ONE
Saturday, February 8 | 6:30 to 9:30 pm
Experience an evening of science fiction, culture, and cinematic artistry with a screening of Dune: Part One. The event kicks off with a presentation by Dr. Leigha McReynolds, a lecturer at the University of Maryland, who will explore Frank Herbert’s iconic novel and its 2021 adaptation by Denis Villeneuve. Discover why Dune is regarded as a masterpiece and its enduring relevance in today’s world.

GALentine's BRAVO Trivia Night
2025-02-11 19:00 - 21:00 | Lulu’s Winegarden, 1940 11th Street NW, Washington, DC, 20001
GALENTINE’S BRAVO TRIVIA NIGHT – TUESDAY, FEB. 11
Bravo TV-loving gal- and pal-entines shouldn’t miss Lulu’s monthly Bravo Trivia Night on Tuesday, 2/11! From 7-9pm, lovers of the reality network’s hit shows (ranging from The Real Housewives, Southern Charm, Below Deck, Summer House and more) can test their smarts, getting their thinking and drinking on. Expect an evening of Bravo-themed trivia questions, Bravoleb drinks (think: “Real House-wines” and Dos Amigas margaritas), plus prizes and discounted fizzy beverages (sparkling wine/beer/Aperol spritzes).
The special game night is free to play, and table reservations are encouraged on Resy.
