Dance on Hillwood's Lunar Lawn
2025-08-13 17:30 - 20:30 UTC | Hillwood Museum & Gardens, 4155 Linnean Avenue, NW, Washington, DC, 20008
Spend a summer evening in the gardens and watch a performance by the young students of the Dance Institute of Washington, the leading minority-led, pre-professional dance equity organization in Washington, D.C.
Wednesday, August 13, 2025
5:30-8:30 p.m.
Performance begins at 7 p.m.

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Prior to the performance, enjoy Hillwood’s mansion, gardens, the special exhibition From Exile to Avant-Garde: The Life of Princess Natalie Paley, greenhouse, museum shop, and a delightful selection of food and drinks from Merriweather To Go.

$30; $20 Hillwood member; $10 student; $5 child. As with all festivals and programs, members do not receive free admission to Dance on the Lunar Lawn, and guest passes are not accepted. To enjoy Hillwood member pricing, sign up for membership online or call 202.686.5807.

LATE NIGHT: A SOUTH FORTY
2025-08-14 18:00 - 21:00 | National Building Museum, 410 F Street NW, Washington, DC
LATE NIGHT: A SOUTH FORTY
Thursday, August 14 | 6 to 9 pm

Celebrate the spirit of Southern design and culture at the Museum’s summer Late Night, inspired by the exhibition A South Forty: Contemporary Architecture and Design in the American South.
Enjoy a live performance by acclaimed guitarist Yasmin Williams, learn the basics of two-step dancing, and sample whiskey from the women-owned Republic Restoratives Distillery. All first-floor exhibitions will be open throughout the evening, so you can wander the galleries, take in cutting-edge Southern design, and reflect on the stories of place, resilience, and transformation that shape the region.

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LIVE PERFORMANCE BY YASMIN WILLIAMS

Take in a live performance by acclaimed guitarist Yasmin Williams, whose unique sound will set the perfect tone for the evening. Then, keep the energy going as you learn the basics of two-step dancing!

ENJOY FOOD & DRINK

Savor the flavors of the South with tasty offerings from our on-site vendors! Sip and snack your way through favorites like Republic Restoratives Distillery, Vintage Views Bar, Rocklands BBQ, and Roaming Rooster.

EXPLORE THE EXHIBITION
A South Forty, an exhibition organized and curated by The Fay Jones School of Architecture and Design, University of Arkansas, is devoted to the vibrant, distinctive contemporary architecture and design practices of the American South.

Special Thanks to Presenting+ Sponsor Amazon. Additional support provided by Capital One, and Room & Board.

When You Just Want a Glass of Wine Podcast Season Two Launch Party
2025-08-21 18:00 - 20:00 | Westin Crystal City, 1800 Richmond Highway, Arlington, VA, 22202
If your idea of wine education includes a great laugh, a little Champagne and absolutely no pretense, mark your calendars. The hit podcast When You Just Want a Glass of Wine is back for Season Two. Co-hosts Zena Polin and Renée Gentry are celebrating the only way they know how: with bubbles, banter and a live recording event at The Westin Crystal City on Thursday, August 21, from 6:00–8:00 PM.

In a world of wine snobbery, Zena and Renée bring the fun back to the glass. Their podcast demystifies wine without dumbing it down—and their Season Two launch promises more of the same, this time with an effervescent edge. Guests at the event will enjoy a Champagne tasting featuring three elegant pours from Laurent Perrier: La Cuvée Brut, Cuvée Rosé and Blanc de Blancs Brut Nature, all paired with a cheeky selection of salty snacks designed to make your tastebuds sing.
The evening includes a live podcast taping with special guest Molly Finnegan of Laurent Perrier, who’ll join for a “deep-ish dive” into Champagne—covering everything from bubbly basics to behind-the-label tales. Expect audience interaction, laughs and at least one sabered bottle.

Event Details:

Champagne Tasting & Paired Snacks: 6:00 to 8:00 PM
Champagne Sabering: 6:30 PM
Live Recording: 6:45 PM
Tickets: $25 for Bellezza Wine Club Members (and guests); $35 for non-members
Giveaways: Include a one-night stay at The Westin Crystal City with breakfast for two and sparkling surprises
Dress Code: Sip in style
RSVP Required: Limited seating; early registration encouraged
Bonus: First arrivals score Champagne swag (while it lasts)
Payment Links: https://square.link/u/ouzkaFQN?src=sheet or Venmo: @Zena-Polin
Address: Westin Crystal City, 1800 Richmond Highway, Arlington, VA

Because sometimes… you just want a glass of wine.

The Revival Generation Film Premiere
2025-08-27 17:00 - 20:00 | Kennedy Concert Hall, 2700 F Street, Washington, DC, 20566
The official red-carpet premiere of the film, The Revival Generation, will take place on Wednesday, August 27, 2025, in the Kennedy Center Concert Hall. This powerful production, produced by the Christian Broadcasting Network (CBN), showcases the remarkable resurgence of faith among the youth of America.
This uplifting film highlights the story of students turning to faith in record numbers on college campuses all across the nation. Directed by Laura Hand and produced by CBN’s Abigail Robertson, The Revival Generation is more than a documentary – it’s a window into a spiritual awakening.
“In the early 1900s, my mom’s family was part of the Azusa Street revival in Los Angeles which helped ignite the Jesus movement of the 1970s,” said Kennedy Center President, Ambassador Richard Grenell. “Today, we are on the cusp of another exciting revival in America and this film premiere at our nation’s cultural center highlights some of those beginnings.”
“When we started working on this documentary, we never imagined it would one day premiere in the iconic Kennedy Center Concert Hall — but God had plans far greater than ours,” said Producer of The Revival Generation, Abigail Robertson. “CBN is incredibly grateful to the Kennedy Center not only for hosting The Revival Generation premiere, but for partnering with us to make this night truly extraordinary.”
The Revival Generation takes viewers inside a movement where students are being baptized in lakes, fountains, and football stadiums – capturing unforgettable worship moments, and testimonies from prominent Christian voices, including Dr. Ben Carson and Jennie Allen.
At the center of the film’s narrative is Tonya Prewett, a mother whose personal journey through her daughter’s hidden pain becomes the spark for something much bigger. What began as a desperate cry for help turned into UniteUS – a student-led revival movement that was born on September 12, 2023, with thousands gathered in prayer at Auburn University. Since then, the ripple effect has reached campuses like Ohio State and beyond, bringing thousands into spontaneous moments of worship and baptism.
“As I see the UniteUS story shared in The Revival Generation, I am reminded that prayer is powerful and great things can happen when we say ‘yes’ to God,” said UniteUS Founder and Visionary Tonya Prewett. “Gen Z is experiencing spiritual revival like never before, and we should be expectant for the ways that God will continue to move among this generation. I’m grateful to CBN and The Kennedy Center for their willingness to host this documentary premiere and share stories of revival, purpose, and hope that are sweeping across our nation.”
“To see a movement that started on college campuses now reaching the national cultural center of the U.S. is nothing short of miraculous,” said Madison Prewett Troutt. “God is moving powerfully in this generation, and The Kennedy Center hosting the UniteUS story is a clear sign that what began in student hearts is now echoing across the nation. I truly believe we’re witnessing a movement of revival—and it’s only just beginning.”
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SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
5:00 p.m. – Event Doors Open
6:00 p.m. – Red Carpet Arrivals
7:00 p.m. – Concert Hall Doors Open and Opening Worship Begins
8:00 p.m. – Film Premiere and Worship

TICKET INFORMATION
FREE TICKETS ARE REQUIRED. Register HERE to reserve your seats.

Patrons who made advance reservations may pick up their tickets at the Hall of Nations Box Office beginning two hours prior to the performance. Please note there is a limit of four (4) tickets per reservation.

Please print or otherwise digitally bring the email confirmation you’ll receive upon completing your reservation after checkout to the Box Office in the Hall of Nations on the evening of the concert. Please note you must present a valid ID with this email confirmation to exchange for your reserved seats ticket(s).

Tickets not claimed at least 15 minutes prior to the performance will be released to a giveaway line. This is a first come, first serve event, and a reservation confirmation does not guarantee you a seat. We strongly encourage you to arrive early to ensure you have time to exchange your confirmation for a ticket and secure seating in the Concert Hall.

Please direct questions to the Advance Sales Box Office at 202-416-8540. Box Office hours are 10 a.m.–5 p.m., Monday through Friday. For more information about the Kennedy Center, please visit the website.

National Chess Master David Bennett at Westfield Montgomery Chess Lounge
2025-08-30 12:00 - 17:00 | Westfield Montgomery Mall, 7101 Democracy Blvd., Bethesda, MD, 20817
On Saturday, August 30, National Chess Master, David Bennett will join the Westfield Montgomery Chess Lounge to simultaneously play 20 attendees. Guests can register onsite at noon. Open play is also available.
Who:
David Bennett is a United States National Master and International Candidate Master of Chess, who has competed internationally and is now a chess coach. Led by the Chess Alliance, a collaboration of regional nonprofits including Chess Girls DC, the DC Chess Association, Big Chair Chess Club, and LiveChess Club, this initiative offers a uniquely tailored third space that brings live, analog interaction back into community spaces. All events are free to the public and event schedules can be found at chessalliance.org.

When:
Saturday, August 30, 12pm – 5pm

Where:
Westfield Montgomery’s Center Court, Level 1, 7101 Democracy Boulevard, Bethesda, MD

Chacho Smoked Jalapeño Launch Party
2025-09-06 14:00 - 20:00 | Chacho Pop-Up @ Le Mont Royal, 1815 Adams Mill Rd NW, Washington, DC, 20009
In honor of National Jalapeño Day and ahead of Hispanic Heritage Month, Chacho is turning up the heat with the launch of Chacho Smoked Jalapeño — a bold new spirit that perfectly blends smoke, spice, and celebration. Chacho is officially unveiling Smoked Jalapeño, the newest addition to the Chacho family.
This bold new spirit blends Chacho’s signature fresh jalapeño kick with a campfire-like smoky finish — perfect for crisp autumn days. Whether you sip it over ice or shake it into a smoky margarita, Chacho Smoked Jalapeño delivers a one-of-a-kind flavor experience.
Guests will enjoy:

$12 Campfire Smoked Cocktails crafted with Chacho Smoked Jalapeño

Exclusive bottle offer: Buy any 3 Chacho bottles and get 1 free

Live DJ set from 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Fairmont's 14th Annual Sustainability Fair
2025-09-12 11:30 - 13:30 | Fairmont Hotel – Washington DC, 2401 M Street NW, Washington, DC, 20037, United States
Fairmont Washington, D.C., Georgetown is pleased to announce its 14th annual Sustainability Fair. The event takes place on Friday, September 12 , from 11:30 am until 1:30 pm; the eco-event will be held in the hotel’s Colonnade Room.
The event highlights the sustainable initiatives of approximately 30 DC-based organizations as well as the hotel’s own environmental program.
Some of this year’s participants include:

Alexandria Land Rover
Balance Gym
Call2Recycle
Circuit
DC Beekeepers
DC Department of Energy and Environment
Floodplains, Wetlands, and Groundwater – Regulatory Review Division
Sustainable DC
DC Sustainable Energy Utility (DCSEU)
Destination DC – Sustainable District
Fairmont Washington, D.C., Georgetown
Foggy Bottom West End Main Street
goDCgo
Guiding Eyes for the Blind (puppies in training)
Horton’s Kids
Keany Produce
Lucky Dog Animal Rescue
Mayor’s Office of the Clean City DC
Metropolitan Police Department
Pro-Fish
The RealReal
To Go Green
U.S. Green Building Council
World Wildlife Fund
Zero Waste in DC

Fairmont’s Sustainability Fair is free and open to the public. No reservations are required. Guests will be treated to tastes of honey from the hotel’s rooftop hives, and each guest will be entered to win great prizes. Many of the participants bring complimentary samples and give-a-ways for attendees. To register of this free event, please go to Eventbrite.

Monumental Conversation with the Hon. Wes Moore and the Hon. Glen Youngkin
2025-09-18 11:30 - 13:30 | The Lincoln Library, Waldorf Astoria Hotel, 1100 Pennsylvania Avenue Northwest, Washington, DC, 20004
The Trust for the National Mall announced that the governors and first ladies of Maryland and Virginia will join them for this Monumental Conversation “On the Road to 250.” David M. Rubenstein, a member of the National Mall 250 Cabinet, will moderate this special discussion as we lead up to America’s 250th anniversary.
Join in on September 18, 2025, from 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM, for this premier event at the Lincoln Library at the Waldorf Astoria, Washington, D.C.
This will be an intimate luncheon and conversation about the National Mall as a symbol of American history, freedom and independence as we approach the U.S. Semiquincentennial in 2026.
During the event, the Trust will present its History, Heroes & Hope Award to Governor Wes Moore and First Lady Dawn Moore and Governor Glenn Youngkin and First Lady Suzanne S. Youngkin. The Trust for the National Mall’s History, Heroes & Hope Award recognizes individuals who honor the spirit and ideals that the National Mall represents for our country, and it has recognized dedicated public servants, long-time volunteers and patriotic donors.

CAG's Annual Fundraiser Cocktail Party
2025-09-18 18:30 - 21:30 | Sequoia, 3000 K Street NW, Washington, DC, 20007
CAG’s Annual Fundraiser Cocktail Party
Thursday, September 18, 2025
6:30 – 9:30 PM
Sequoia
3000 K Street NW
Washington, DC 20007
Food + Drinks + Live Music + More!

Support CAG’s impact while celebrating with neighbors and enjoying panoramic views of the Potomac River.

Citizen's Association of Georgetown's Annual Fundraiser Cocktail Party
2025-09-18 18:30 - 21:30 | Sequoia, 3000 K Street NW, Washington, DC, 20007
Embrace the Past and Shape the Future With Us at
CAG’s Annual Fundraiser Cocktail Party
Thursday, September 18, 2025
6:30 – 9:30 PM
Sequoia
3000 K Street NW
Washington, DC 20007
Food + Drinks + Live Music + More!

Amazon Community Day
2025-09-26 21:00 - 2025-09-27 13:00 | Amazon’s HQ2 at Metropolitan Park, 510 14th St. S, Arlington, VA, 22202
Amazon Community Day is back, and it’s bigger and bolder in its second year to celebrate HQ2’s second anniversary in National Landing! This free, family-friendly event is packed with fun for all ages, including:

Think Big Experience (NEW): Dive into the world of binary code, explore the wonders of robotics and engineering, and witness jaw-dropping science experiments live in action at this mini STEM fest, featuring performances by The Science Guys of Baltimore.

Amazon Alley (NEW): Discover your new favorite small business at this pop-up featuring local DMV sellers and entrepreneurs.

Outdoor activities: Enjoy lawn game favorites, make your mark on Met Park with interactive art walls and chalk art, and customize a tote bag with live screen-printing! Plus, a live DJ will be spinning pop tunes to keep the energy high.

Kid’s Corner: Build at the community Lego wall, enjoy a mesmerizing bubble show and celebrate the day with face painting and glitter tattoos.

Culinary Scavenger Hunt: Indulge in Met Park’s most popular eateries at discounted rates, including South Block, Mae’s Market and Toby’s Ice Cream.

Boozy Brunch Garden: Unwind in the Boozy Brunch Garden with a selection of local craft beers and brunch-ready beverages, then head to one of Met Park’s restaurants for a bite to go with your drink.

Community Library: Donate a gently used book and swap it for a new read.

Farmers Market: Stroll through the EatLoco Farmers Market, where over 50 local vendors sell produce, hot food and handcrafted art.

Instagrammable Moments: Snap photos throughout Met Park to capture the spirit of Community Day.

Since Amazon first announced Arlington as the home of its second headquarters, the company has been committed to being a good neighbor and trusted community partner, and Community Day is one way to say thank you. More information about the event can be found here. Photos from last year’s event can be found here.

WHEN: Saturday, September 27, 2025, from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM

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

Hi-Lawn's 3rd Annual 'Boot 'N Scoot'
2025-09-27 14:00 - 23:00 | Hi-Lawn, 1309 5th St. NE, Washington, DC, 20002
Hi-Lawn, the expansive 1000-person rooftop bar atop Union Market, is hosting its 3rd annual “Boot ‘N Scoot” on Saturday, September 27. The open-air green space will host one long day of country fun from 2-11pm, including live music, line dancing, trick roping, a DJ country dance party, BBQ specials and more.
Kick up your boots to live music from 5-time Wammie award-winning Melissa Quinn Fox and country classics from local Human Country Jukebox, plus lively DJ tunes and a nighttime wild western dance party.
Learn the boot scootin’ boogie with line dancing classes, and hone your lasso skills with trick roping lessons.
For those who work up an appetite at the Hi-Lawn hoedown, guests can chow down on BBQ favorites like smoked meats and sides, plus Tex-Mex classics, and wash it all down with cold beer, whiskey cocktails and other themed drinks.
And then from 7:30-10pm, don your western chic and desert glam for “DC’s Wildest Country Western Dance Party” hosted by DC Stampede. Two-step under the stars to nonstop dance floor hits, with line dancing and country swing overlooking the city skyline.
Hi-Lawn’s unique Dome space becomes “The Corral” for the day with unique experiences such as photo booths and vendors.
Tickets to Hi-Lawn’s 3rd annual Boot ‘N Scoot are just $15 for an all-day pass: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/boot-n-scoot-country-music-festival-tickets-1602410014489. All food, drink and other goods will be sold a la carte. For more information, please visit www.hilawndc.com and follow @hilawndc.
WHO: Hi-Lawn
WHEN: Saturday, September 27, 2025
2-11pm
WHERE: Hi-Lawn (on the rooftop of Union Market)
1309 5th St. NE
Washington, DC 20002

3rd Annual Mid-Autumn Night Market
2025-10-01 17:00 - 23:00, 2025-10-02 17:00 - 23:00 | Hi-Lawn, 1309 5th St. NE, Washington, DC, 20002
Michelin-honored Cantonese restaurant Tiger Fork and its sister bar Hi-Lawn present their “3rd Annual Mid-Autumn Night Market” – a traditional Chinese festival celebration – from October 1-2. They will once again transform the 1000-person rooftop atop Union Market, plus the building’s second-level Dock5 event space, into a lively two-day Hong Kong night market, decked out with illuminated lanterns, food stalls from guest chefs, pop-up shops from local artisans, cultural performances, late-night DJs, baijiu and sake bars, mooncakes and more.
This is Tiger Fork & Hi-Lawn’s semiannual collaborative night market, which continually sell out and draw more than 4,000 attendees. Mid-Autumn is the second most important festival in China after Chinese New Year, and is a reunion time for families, celebrated by gathering for dinners, worshiping the moon, and eating mooncakes. Tiger Fork & Hi-Lawn are bringing more than a dozen local restaurants and vendors to celebrate under the moon on one of DC’s largest rooftops.
Tiger Fork’s executive chef Simon Lam will cook savory street food-inspired fare and unique sweets alongside 14+ guest chefs/restaurants such as Love, Makoto, CUT DC, KAYU by Hiraya, Yume, CHIBOO, The Sister House, Yunnan by Potomac and Dan Dan Boy (with more to be announced soon) at food stands throughout the open-air rooftop and the covered Dock5 event space.
No mooncake festival is complete without its namesake sweets, and Toi Moi will serve symbolic, creative mooncakes.
Guests can peruse specialty gifts and wares (such as jewelry, kimonos, ceramics, artwork and more) from pop-up market stalls throughout the celebration.
Festival drinkers will enjoy a special Baijiu + Sake Bar, pouring China’s national spirit, plus an assortment of sake, and other liquor, themed cocktails, beer and wine.
There will also be cultural performances such as lion dancing and Kung Fu demos from Shaolin Hung Fut Kung Fu School taking place live on the lawn, while DJs EPX and Will Gralley will keep the spirited energy going both nights.
Entry to Tiger Fork’s 3rd Annual Mid-Autumn Night Market is $5 and tickets are available on Eventbrite. All food, beverage and artisan crafts will be sold a la carte, first-come, first-served. For more information, please visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mid-autumn-night-market-tickets-1640037900509.
WHO: Tiger Fork & Chef Simon Lam Hi-Lawn & many more guest chefs and vendors Shaolin Hung Fut Kung Fu School
WHEN: Wednesday, October 1 & Thursday, October 2, 2025
5-11pm (food stalls close at 10pm, bar closes at 11pm)

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

DC-Metro Modern Home Tour
2025-10-04 10:00 - 16:00 | Various
The annual DC-Metro Modern Home Tour is coming back the first weekend of October. Local architects, builders, designers, and homeowners will be showing off their work/homes for just one day (Saturday) for 6 hours. Homes are located in DC proper, Arlington, Vienna, and Fairfax Station (VA), and Rockville (MD). (It’s a big spread.)

WHAT: the annual DC-Metro Modern Home Tour
WHEN: Saturday, October 4, 2025; 10am to 4pm
WHERE: Six homes located in: Washington DC, Arlington VA, Vienna VA, Fairfax Station VA, and Rockville MD.
URL: https://mads.media/2025-dc-metro-modern-home-tour

WHO: Organizer/Host – MA+DS; Presented By – listModern (co-curators and afterparty hosts); participating architects and designers: Patrick Brian Jones, Alair Homes, McLean Custom Builders, and Lynch + Comisso: Architecture + Light; and featuring Mark McInturff’s Kaleidoscope House and Jack Willmore’s Wright-Neutra House

SUMMARY: The annual Modern Home Tour returns to the Greater Washington area this year, featuring six amazing homes to tour and walk through. Attendees have the opportunity to meet the architects, designers, builders, and owners of these residences, engage in discussion, and -hopefully- find some inspiration or a partner for their own project.

Oktoberfest @ The Wharf
2025-10-05 13:00 - 19:00 | District Pier @ The Wharf, 101 District Square SW,, Washington, DC, 20024
Dust off your Lederhosen and get ready to celebrate, because Oktoberfest at The Wharf is back on Saturday, October 5! Join us for a festive waterfront afternoon filled with stein hoisting, polka dancing and the iconic Wiener 500 Dachsund Dash (registration is now open!). Plus, enjoy traditional German fare, lively music, and plenty of Samuel Adams Octoberfest beer on tap.

Oktoberfest at The Boro
2025-10-11 12:00 - 14:00 | The Boro, 8350 Broad Street, Tysons, VA, 22102
The Boro invites families, friends and neighbors to celebrate fall at The Boro’s Oktoberfest on Saturday, October 11. The free, family-friendly event will feature live entertainment, contests, seasonal food and beverages and activities for all ages.
Festivities include:

Live Music: Guests can enjoy the sounds of a traditional polka band throughout the event.

Interactive Dance Performances: Professional dancers from Tysons Ballroom will teach guests the basics of polka and encourage everyone to join in the fun on the dance floor.

Kid-Friendly Activities: Families can delight in glitter tattoos, face painting, balloon creations and seasonal crafts.

Oktoberfest Contests: Attendees can test their strength in a bier stein holding challenge or show off festive outfits in a “best dressed” social media contest for prizes.

Seasonal Food and Drinks: Guests can sip seasonal beers and themed cocktails from Circa and El Bebe while savoring the flavors of fall, including a few German-inspired bites.

WHEN:
Saturday, October 11, 2025 from 12-2pm
(The rain date is Saturday, October 18 from 12-2pm)
WHERE:
The Boro: 8350 Broad Street, Tysons, VA 22102
HOW:
This event is free and open to the public but registration is encouraged. Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/oktoberfest-at-the-boro-tickets-1743121034939?aff=oddtdtcreator

HOWL-o-ween @ The Yards
2025-10-15 17:30 - 19:30 | The Yards Park, 355 Water St SE, Washington, DC, 20003, United States
The Yards invites pups and their people to join the Howl-O-Ween Bar(k) Crawl, a spooktacular happy hour where four-legged friends take center stage. On Tuesday, October 15, participating restaurants will transform their patios into festive stops offering dog-inspired cocktails, seasonal bites, and plenty of Halloween fun.
Furry friends are encouraged to dress up in their cutest or craziest costumes for a chance to win a gift card to their favorite Yards restaurant. Along the way, dogs will be spoiled with Halloween-themed snacks, bandanas, tennis balls, and treats, while humans enjoy spooky cocktails like the Bloodhound Margarita and Werewolf Elixir, along with delicious fall-inspired bites.
Participating restaurants include Emmy Squared, La Famosa, Chloe, Bluejacket, District Winery, Agua 301, and Trouble Bird, each adding their own playful twist to the evening’s menu.
RSVP and find more information here!
WHEN: Wednesday, October 15, 2025 | 5:30–7:30 p.m.
Rain Date: Wednesday, October 22
WHERE: The Yards participating restaurants:

Emmy Squared

La Famosa

Chloe

Bluejacket

District Winery

Agua 301

Trouble Bird

HOW: This is a free event but registration is encouraged on Eventbrite.

The Big Build
2025-10-18 10:00 - 16:00 | National Building Museum, 410 F Street NW, Washington, DC
The National Building Museum hosts THE BIG BUILD, an annual FREE, STEM-focused festival for all ages exploring a wide variety of unique, interactive activities with roofers, plumbers, home remodelers, construction workers, carpenters, designers, and artisans. Everyone will be using real tools and you can even climb inside construction equipment in the outdoor Petting Zoo! The event is FREE but registration is suggested. Register HERE

WHEN:
Saturday, October 18 from 10 AM- 4 PM
WHERE:
National Building Museum 401 F Street, NW, Washington, D.C. 20001

Spooky Pooch Howl-o-ween Celebration at Hillwood
2025-10-18 16:00 - 18:00 | Hillwood Museum & Gardens, 4155 Linnean Avenue, NW, Washington, DC, 20008
Spooky Pooch Howl-o-ween Celebration

Inspired by Marjorie Post’s affection for dogs and the memorial dog cemetery she created at Hillwood, they welcome you and your four-legged friend to join for Halloween fun!
Explore Hillwood’s twenty-five acres of landscaped gardens and lush natural woodlands with your pup and enjoy the annual costume competition.
Costume Competition
Strut your mutt and size up the other canine contestants. Prizes will be awarded in the following categories:

Best Homemade
Most Glamorous
Best Owner & Dog Combination Costume
Cutest
Funniest
Top Dog (best overall)

Winners will receive a Spooky Pooch 2025 winners certificate, guest passes for a return visit to Hillwood, and of course bragging rights, and the envy and admiration of your fellow Spooky Pooch contestants! The Top Dog winner receives a family membership to Hillwood.
Yappy Hour
Stop by Merriweather To Go to pick up a special Spooky Pooch signature cocktail, light snacks, and dog treats.
Event Timeline
4 p.m. | Hillwood opens
4:45 p.m. | Deadline to enter costume contest
5:00 p.m. | Costume competition begins
5:50 p.m. | Winners announced*
6 p.m. | Hillwood closes
*Must be present to win
This program takes place rain or shine. In the event of rain, the costume contest will take place in the airy and open shelter of the C.W. Post courtyard tent.
Love visiting Hillwood with your canine pal? Hillwood members enjoy the special benefit of exploring Hillwood’s landscaped gardens and lush woodlands with their four-legged friends every Sunday morning, 9:30 a.m.-12 noon. Not a member? Join today!
By purchasing a ticket to this event, you agree to the following guidelines:

Dogs are not allowed on the estate outside the hours of the program.
Dogs must be on a leash no longer than six feet at all times and under the control of their adult handlers. No retractable leashes.
No more than 2 dogs per adult handler.
Hillwood reserves the right to remove groups lacking control.
Dog may not be left unattended at any time.
To protect our plant collections and garden sculptures, stay in designated areas only.
Keep your dogs on the path and designated grassy areas. Dogs are not permitted in planting beds.
Dogs are not permitted in any indoor facilities.
Aggressive dogs are not permitted on the estate. Hillwood reserves the right to refuse entry to, or remove, any dog thought to be harmful to visitors, other dogs, or property, without refund.
Dogs must have current license and rabies vaccination tags.
You are required to clean up after your dog with pet waste bags and dispose of the bags properly.
Full- and part-time staff and their households are encouraged to participate, but are not eligible to win the costume contest.

5th Annual Late Harvest Festival
2025-10-19 13:00 - 21:00 | Calico, 50 Blagden Alley NW, Washington, DC, 20001
Crunchy leaves. Spiced cider. Chunky sweaters. Pumpkin everything. Calico is once again celebrating the changing of the seasons with its 5th Annual Late Harvest Festival on Sunday, October 19 from 1pm to 9 p.m. For the fifth year, the urban backyard in Blagden Alley once again hosts its welcome party for cooler weather, with a free-to-attend Sunday afternoon fall fest complete with pumpkin painting, hot cocktails, beer tastings, autumnal fare and more festive seasonal fun.
There’s no need to head to the pumpkin patch this season. Guests can pick their very own pumpkins from Calico’s pop-up patch and decorate them with complimentary painting supplies.
The fall fest will serve as the preview of Calico’s new seasonal menu, featuring autumnal cookout fare from Chef Nathan Beauchamp, such as chili cheese dogs, and mugs of soup and chili.
Seasonal libations will range from spiked hot drinks and Maple Syrup Old Fashioneds to Oktoberfest and fall beers, plus non-alcoholic hot cider.
Rounding out the lively festivities will be a festive photo area in the antique greenhouse, complete with leaves, pumpkins, and corn stalks for the perfect photo-op.
Local Manor Hill Brewing will pour complimentary seasonal beer tastings, including their Festbier and Prized Pumpkin Ale, for adults (21+) from 1-4 pm.
Calico’s 5th Annual Late Harvest Festival is free to attend and open to the public, with all pumpkins, food and beverages sold a la carte. For more information, please visit www.calicodc.com or call 202-791-0134. Guests can place a free RSVP on Eventbrite here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/5th-annual-fall-harvest-festival-at-calico-tickets-1739042927209. For more information, please visit www.calicodc.com or call 202-791-0134.

WHO: Calico
WHEN: Sunday, October 6, 2024
1 pm – 9 pm
1pm-4pm – complimentary beer tastings (21+)

WHERE: Calico
50 Blagden Alley NW
Washington, DC 20001

Tomorrow’s Verses: The O.B. Hardison Reading at Folger Shakespeare Library
2025-10-21 19:30 - 20:30 | Folger Shakespeare Library, 201 E Capital Street NE, Washington, DC, DC, 20002
Tomorrow’s Verses: The O.B. Hardison Reading
October 21, 2025, at 7:30pm

Join Folger Poetry in honoring the legacy of former Folger Shakespeare Library Director O.B. Hardison, Jr. in an evening of dynamic readings by the next generation of local poets. DC-based singer, author, educator, and youth worker Alexa Patrick (Remedies for Disappearing) will be joined by local youth poets to read works that honor the past, energize the present, and envision the future. The reading will be followed by a book signing in the Great Hall.

Reading American Life Narratives: First Ladies
2025-10-25 10:00 - 13:00 | Ford’s Theatre, 511 10th St NW, Washington, DC, 20004
Saturday, October 25, 10 AM – 1 PM
Join Ford’s Theatre for a free, three-hour community workshop to explore unique insights into American history through life narratives of First Ladies. Short selections from the life narratives of four former First Ladies from colonial America to the twentieth century will be examined and discussed: Mary Lincoln, Julia Grant, Lady Bird Johnson and Nancy Reagan. Register here.

Spooktacular at The Boro
2025-10-25 12:00 - 14:00 | The Boro, 8350 Broad Street, Tysons, VA, 22102
The Boro brings the community together for an afternoon of Halloween fun in Boro Park. Expect plenty of lively moments, from music to hands-on activities, all designed to get everyone in the fall spirit. Come dressed to impress for a frightfully festive celebration!

Spooky Sounds: Enjoy a live DJ spinning Halloween hits and crowd favorites to keep the party going all day.

Pumpkin Patch Fun: Kids and adults can get creative with mini pumpkin decorating and take home their festive masterpieces.

Magical Entertainment: Three 30-minute magic shows promise spellbinding entertainment for the whole family.

Festive Giveaways: Halloween goodies including candy bags, festive glasses, necklaces and face masks await to send guests home with a smile.

Trick-or-Treat Galore: Guests can stop by four candy stations throughout Boro Park to fill their bags with Halloween sweets and seasonal treats.

Best-Dressed Dog Costume Competition: Pups are invited to strut their stuff in their Halloween best, with prizes and treats awarded to the most creative costumes.

WHEN:
Saturday, October 25th from 12–2 p.m.
*The rain date for this event is Sunday, October 26th from 12-2 p.m.

WHERE:
The Boro Tysons: 8350 Broad Street, Tysons, VA 22102

HOW:
The event is free and open to the public but registration is encouraged.
Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/halloween-at-the-boo-ro-tickets-1753988700419?aff=oddtdtcreator

6th Annual “Premier Drams” Whiskey Festival
2025-10-26 12:00 - 16:00 | Jack Rose Dining Saloon, 2007 18th Street NW, Washington, DC, 20009
On Sunday, October 26, renowned whiskey expert and collector Bill Thomas, along with his award-winning Washington, DC whiskey mecca Jack Rose Dining Saloon, will once again host their very own whiskey festival: the 6th Annual “Premier Drams” – a “celebration of cask-strength, new and rare.” Self-described as “not your typical whisk(e)y festival,” this day-long tasting features 25+ curated stations of unique bourbons, ryes, scotches and international whiskeys, plus blind tastings, craft cocktails, distiller meet-and-greets and more from 12 pm to 4 pm.
Hundreds of whiskey lovers near and far descend on DC for the anticipated festival (which sells out in just weeks every year), to taste oddities reaching beyond the basic bottles found on liquor store shelves. Guests can expect both acclaimed and new US distilleries and brands such as Kentucky’s Willett, Wilderness Trail, Kentucky Peerless, New Riff, Brown Forman, Bardstown Bourbon Company, Kentucky Senator, Binder’s Stash, Jim Beam, Green River and Fountain Run; and American whiskeys from High Wire, Uncle Nearest, Penelope, Rare Character, Found North, Proof & Wood, Pursuit Spirits, Seelbach’s and Field of Dreams.
Scotch-lovers can taste cask-strength single malts hand-picked by Scotch Malt Whisky Society and Single Cask Nation, plus unique releases from Scotland’s Kilchoman, Port Askaig and Laphroaig. Attendees can also explore the world through whisk(e)y, with tastings of international expressions hailing from Japan (Suntory and High Road Spirits) and India (Amrut), plus Armagnac from L’Encantada. The full lineup of spirits can be found here.
There is also an expanded Blind Tasting, where attendees can place their best guesses on which whiskeys they’re tasting, to win incredible prizes.
Jack Rose’s award-winning bar team will also serve specially crafted whiskey cocktails for guests, and hors d’oeuvres will be passed throughout the afternoon.
“My festival is different from anything else in the world,” says owner Bill Thomas. “It’s the one time every year when you can find some of the best distilleries all in one room. We’re shining the light on hidden gems — rarities you can’t try anywhere else, cask-strength expressions straight from barrel to bottle, limited-edition releases, brand-new products on the market, you name it. But it’s also affordable, one of the best deals out there for the true whisk(e)y lover.”
Tickets to the 6th Annual “Premier Drams” whisk(e)y festival are $145/person (plus tax/service), which includes tastings at each whiskey station, plus craft cocktails, hors d’oeuvres and more. Tickets can be booked through Tock.
And guests can pre-game the big festival the night before, with a “Premier Drams Kickoff” party on Saturday, October 25 from 5-8pm. For just $49/person, enjoy a “Best Of” tasting of Jack Rose single barrels plus the launch of famed bourbon historian Mike Veach’s first private label, Fountain RunBottled-in-Bond Kentucky Straight Bourbon.
While mixing and mingling with fellow whiskey lovers, guests can also enjoy passed hors d’oeuvres from the wood-burning terrace grill, featured cocktails and first access to the bottle shop ahead of the Premier Drams tasting event. Kickoff tickets can be purchased here.
The 6th Annual “Premier Drams” takes place on Sunday, October 26 from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. between Jack Rose Dining Saloon (2007 18th Street NW DC) and their neighboring building 2001 18th Street NW. Stay tuned to Jack Rose’s Instagram account @jackroseindc for the full final lineup and more announcements. For more information, please visit www.jackrosediningsaloon.com or call 202-588-7388.
WHO: Bill Thomas
Jack Rose Dining Saloon

WHEN: Sunday, October 26, 2025 (Premier Drams Festival)
12 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Saturday, October 25, 2025: 5-8pm (Premier Drams Kickoff Party)
WHERE: Jack Rose Dining Saloon
2007 18th Street NW & 2001 18th Street NW
Washington, DC 20009

5th Annual LAWNtoberfest
2025-10-26 13:00 - 20:00 | Hi-Lawn, 1309 5th St. NE, Washington, DC, 20002
Hi-Lawn, the expansive 1000-person rooftop bar atop Union Market, is celebrating all-things-fall with its 5th annual “Lawntoberfest” celebration on Sunday, October 26 from 1-8pm. The all-ages day of festivities features pumpkin painting, live music, DC Brau beer tastings, themed bingo and trivia games, autumnal fare and more seasonal fun.
Throughout the celebration, guests can enjoy fresh apple cider donuts and caramel apples, plus seasonal pies from Ravenhook Bakehouse.
Gourds abound, as attendees can pick and paint their own pumpkins, and can share a photo of the finished product on social media (tagging @hilawndc) to enter to win prizes.
Beer-lovers should stop by between 1-3pm, when DC Brau will host a tap takeover and pour complimentary tastings of their beers.
Hi-Lawn is bringing fun and games to the urban rooftop in the form of free-to-play themed trivia and bingo from 1-4pm, plus communal lawn games all day, including cornhole, ladder toss, giant Connect Four, bean bag toss, giant Jenga, giant UNO and more. There will also be a 360-degree photobooth from Allstar Pix from 1-5pm to capture all the fall memories.
Local musicians will play free live music on the lawn from 3-6pm.
And guests are welcome to set up their own picnic blankets on the lawn, bringing Hi-Lawn’s picnic vibes to life.
Hi-Lawn’s Lawntoberfest celebration is free to attend and open to the public. All food, drink and other goods will be sold a la carte. The event is family-friendly. Pets are not allowed on the roof. Guests can access Hi-Lawn through the dedicated rooftop staircase at the front-east entrance to Union Market, adjacent to Suburbia. For more information, please visit www.hilawndc.com and follow @hilawndc.
WHO: Hi-Lawn
WHEN: Sunday, October 26 (1-8pm)

WHERE: Hi-Lawn
1309 5th St. NE
Washington, DC 20002

Screening of Ken Burns' 'American Revolution
2025-10-29 17:00 - 20:15 | Mount Vernon, 3200 Mount Vernon Memorial Highway, Mount Vernon, VA, 22121
George Washington’s Mount Vernon, PBS and WETA are hosting a free outdoor screening of highlights from the documentary series THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION on Wednesday, October 29. The screening takes place at sunset on the grounds of George Washington’s Mount Vernon estate in Mount Vernon, VA.
This special event features filmmaker Ken Burns along with excerpts from THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION. Guests will preview this expansive look at the American Revolution and birth of the United States of America, while sitting on the lawn of the home of General George Washington, the man who led the American army to victory. As the culmination of a year-long journey of THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION preview events, this evening at George Washington’s Mount Vernon is the final live preview of the series before it airs on PBS stations nationwide.
The screening begins at 6:15 p.m., and ticketholders will be allowed to enter Mount Vernon at any point during the day on October 29 and are encouraged to arrive early. Admission is free, but registration is required. Registration opens on Wednesday, September 24 and more information about the event can be found at weta.org/AmRevEvent.
THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION is a six-part, 12-hour documentary series that explores the country’s founding struggle and its eight-year War for Independence. Filmmakers Ken Burns, Sarah Botstein and David Schmidt examine how America’s founding turned the world upside-down. Thirteen British colonies on the Atlantic Coast rose in rebellion, won their independence, and established a new form of government that radically reshaped the continent and inspired centuries of democratic movements around the globe.
The series will premiere on Sunday, November 16 and air for six consecutive nights through Friday, November 21 from 8-10 p.m. ET on WETA PBS and PBS stations nationwide. The full series will be available to stream beginning Sunday, November 16 on the WETA+ streaming service and the PBS app.
EVENT: THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION Preview Screening with Ken Burns

LOCATION: George Washington’s Mount Vernon
3200 Mount Vernon Memorial Highway
Mount Vernon, VA 22121

TIME: Wednesday, October 29, 2025
6:15 p.m. – 8:15 p.m.
Live music begins at 5 p.m.

TICKETS: Event is free; registration is required
Registration opens September 24 at weta.org/AmRevEvent

DETAILS: Event is all lawn seating
Guests may bring blankets or low chairs
Refreshments are available for purchase
Free parking and a shuttle service are available

An Evening with Ken Burns Film Preview: The American Revolution
2025-10-29 17:00 - 20:15 | George Washington’s Mount Vernon, 3200 Mount Vernon Memorial Highway, Mount Vernon, VA, 22121
Wednesday, October 29, 5:00 PM – 8:15 PM
Join award-winning film director and producer Ken Burns as he shares clips during the final preview screening of his new six-part documentary series, The American Revolution, coming to PBS on November 16. The series explores the country’s founding struggle and its eight-year War for Independence. This free event is co-hosted by George Washington’s Mount Vernon, PBS, and WETA. Register here.

Fairmont HOWL-o-Ween
2025-10-30 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 14th annual Howl-O-Ween. The event, takes place on Thursday, October 30 in the Courtyard Bar from 6:00pm to 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 Alley way straight into the courtyard. There is no charge to attend Fairmont’s 14th Annual Howl-O-Ween. To sign up, please visit Fairmont’s Howl-O-Ween.
*Georgie, a yellow Labrador, 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 way too friendly for that role. Luckily, Mark Huntley the hotel’s general manager and RVP knew she was better suited for the hospitality industry. She spends her time in the lobby and courtyard greeting guests, visitors and holding special events.

Art Deco Masquerade at the National Building Museum
2025-10-30 18:00 - 21:00 | National Building Museum, 410 F Street NW, Washington, DC
Late Night: Art Deco Masquerade
Thursday, October 30 | 6 to 9 pm

Celebrate Halloween with a night of Art Deco elegance and Jazz Age spirit. Presented in partnership with the Art Deco Society of Washington, D.C., this event also marks the centennial of the Art Deco movement, first introduced at the 1925 International Exposition of Modern Decorative and Industrial Arts in Paris.
Enjoy live music from Brandon Woody’s Big Band, performing the works of Duke Ellington, along with activities and entertainment inspired by the 1920s–40s. The evening will also feature a “Most Swellegant” Costume Contest, screenings of Frankenstein (1931) and The Black Cat (1934) in the Great Hall, and after-hours access to the museum’s exhibitions. Blending jazz, film, fashion, and a hint of fright, this one-of-a-kind celebration brings a spooky twist to timeless Art Deco style.
Program Schedule
6:30 to 7:30 pm | Brandon Woody’s Big Band performs the music of Duke Ellington
8 to 8:30 pm | “Most Swellegant” Halloween Costume Contest
Vendors
Roaming Rooster Food Truck
Who Want Smoke Chargrilled Oysters
Vintage Views Bar
Special Thanks to Presenting+ Sponsor Amazon.
