Vinyl Vendors Market
2026-08-18 19:35 UTC | Eye Street Gallery, 200 I Street SE, Washington, DC, 20003
Join the DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities for a lecture and live DJ demonstration with renowned DJ, professor, producer, and curator King Britt, an exploration of turntablism as a collage practice, connecting ot the themes of our current exhibition, Rip! Tear! Collage as Critique.

4 to 5 pm – Live DJ Vinyl, Vintage Market and Rip! Tear! Gallery Viewing
5 to 6:30 pm – LAYERS: Multidimensional sound as Collage with KING BRITT (in Community Room)
6:30 to 8 pm – More Live DJ, Vinyl, Vintage, Art and Small Bites

Join us for this journey into sonic collage and while supporting local vendors, Saturday, July 18 from 4 to 8 pm.

St. Vincent Wine Spring Fling
2026-04-05 13:00 - 17:00 | St. Vincent Wine, 3212 Georgia Ave. NW, Washington, DC
Camaraderie! Debauchery! Shenanigans! You’ll find it all this Easter Sunday at St. Vincent Wine. This Washington, D.C. wine garden and live music destination is hosting a spirited adults-only Spring Fling party Sunday, April 5 from 1pm-5pm.

The festive afternoon event will include:

Free-flowing wine all afternoon

Adult Easter egg hunt with prizes

Copious amounts of Easter-themed food

Merriment & jubilation by a live Jazz band

Did we mention lots and lots of wine?!

Tickets for the event are $90 plus tax (available for purchase here).Please note this event is only open to guests 21+. (St. Vincent Wine: 3212 Georgia Ave NW, Washington, DC)

The 2026 Anthony Hecht Poetry Prize Reading
2026-04-07 19:30 - 20:30 | Folger Shakespeare Library, 201 E Capital Street NE, Washington, DC, DC, 20002
The 2026 Anthony Hecht Poetry Prize Reading
April 7, 2026, at 7:30pm

The Anthony Hecht Poetry Prize, created in honor of the Pulitzer Prize-winning poet Anthony Hecht, is awarded annually for a poetry collection by a writer who has published no more than one book of poetry. This April, we celebrate the 20th winner, Anna Lena Phillips Bell, for her manuscript Might Could, as selected by judge Shane McCrae (Pulling the Chariot of the Sun, In the Language of My Captor), who will also read. The reading will be followed by a book signing in the Great Hall.

Banned Books Speakeasy
2026-04-12 08:00 - 17:00 | Morrison House, 116 S Alfred St, Alexandria, VA, 22314
For its third edition, The Study at Morrison House once again invites you into its best-kept secret…
Our shelves are filling back up—and so is our cocktail menu—with banned books that have sparked conversation for generations. As a haven for storytelling, we continue to celebrate the power of the written word while giving back to the libraries that keep these stories alive.
What began as a hidden escape for literary lovers has quickly become a favorite tradition. We’re opening the door once more to our intimate, book-lined speakeasy—where forbidden stories inspire every sip.

RESERVE A TIMED ENTRY TICKET

All curious readers must secure a timed entry ticket —your key to meeting our librarian and slipping into our hidden world of forbidden tales. Directions on where to find our secret door and librarian will be texted the week of the event. Once you’ve gained access, you can read, mingle, and sip for as long as you’d like.

RESERVE A TICKET

SUPPORTING LOCAL LIBRARIES

Your $2 timed entry ticket is donated fully to the Virginia Library Association in support of local libraries and librarians. Last year, the event was able to raise almost $4,500! If you’re interested in additional donations, you can support the Virginia Library Association’s Librarian of Color Forum Award, LGBTQIA+ Forum Fund, Scholarship Fund, and more!

DONATE TO THE VLA

This season, Morrison House reimagined its menu with a new collection of cocktails, each influenced by some of the most iconic—and challenged—books in the U.S. Curious which made the list? You’ll have to step inside to find out. Explore beyond the books and cocktails with a limited food menu featuring some of our favorites from The Study’s restaurant menu.

Celebrating Water's Edge @ Museum of American Indian
2026-04-14 11:00 - 15:00 | Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Indian, 4th St SW, Washington, DC, 20560
Celebrating Water’s Edge
Saturday, April 14, 11 AM–3 PM
Free | National Mall

Join the Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Indian to celebrate the exhibition Water’s Edge: The Art of Truman Lowe. Visitors are invited to experience the first major retrospective of acclaimed Hoocąk (Ho-Chunk) artist Truman Lowe, featuring nearly 50 evocative sculptures and drawings. Join a curator-led tour in the morning, followed by an afternoon panel discussion.

URL: https://americanindian.si.edu/events/?trumbaEmbed=view%3Dseries%26seriesid%3D1863024

National Museum of Women in the Arts After Hours
2026-04-15 17:30 - 20:00 | National Museum of Women in the Arts, 1250 New York Ave., NW, Washington, DC, 20005
NMWA Nights—April
Wednesday, April 15, 5:30–8 p.m.
Experience Earth Day at NMWA with a sustainable fashion show in the Great Hall as part of the museum’s monthly after-hours experience. Peruse the galleries, grab a cocktail, listen to a performance, attend a tour or participate in art-making activities.

Trivia Night at Hillwood
2026-04-16 17:30 - 20:30 | Hillwood Museum & Gardens, 4155 Linnean Avenue, NW, Washington, DC, 20008
Trivia Night | The Art of Time
Thursday, April 16, 2026, 5:30-8:30 p.m.
Celebrate milestones and artwork of the past, present, and future with a fun and enlightening evening of trivia at Hillwood!
www.HillwoodMuseum.org
4155 Linnean Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20008

America’s 250th Birthday Party w/ DAR
2026-04-18 10:00 - 12:30 | DAR Constitution Hall, 18th & C Streets NW, Washington, DC, 20006
America’s 250th Birthday Party
Our nation is celebrating 250 years, and everyone is invited to the party! We’re hosting a morning of family-friendly fun throughout the DAR Library, DAR Museum, and Memorial Continental Hall. Enjoy historical story time, Revolution-themed games, and birthday cupcakes. Plus, the first 250 guests will receive a patriotic goodie bag! Please feel free to bring any family, friends and guests to this event and spread the word to others who might be interested. (This event is free and open to the public!)
Event Time: 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM
RSVPs recommended but not required: RSVP Via Eventbrite HERE

DAR Celebrates America 250! – A Salute to Women Veterans, featuring Patti LaBelle
2026-04-18 19:00 - 21:00 | DAR Constitution Hall, 18th & C Streets NW, Washington, DC, 20006
DAR Celebrates America 250! – A Salute to Women Veterans, featuring Patti LaBelle
This special evening will honor America’s military women—past and present—by recognizing their courage, sacrifice, and contributions over the last 250 years. The program will spotlight the work of the Military Women’s Memorial, which preserves and shares the stories of women who have served our nation.
Proceeds from the concert will support DAR’s Vivian’s Outreach to Women (VOW) Grant Program, which provides assistance to organizations serving homeless and indigent women veterans.
The evening will begin with a short recognition program, followed by a full-length concert by Patti LaBelle, the iconic Godmother of Soul. Celebrated for her powerhouse vocals and timeless elegance, LaBelle returns to the DAR Constitution Hall stage—where she has performed many times throughout her remarkable 65-year career—to help us celebrate America’s 250th birthday.
Event Time: 7:00 – 9:00 PM
Tickets: Purchase tickets through Ticketmaster HERE

Park Hyatt Masters of Food & Wine Dinner
2026-04-22 17:30 - 21:00 | Park Hyatt Washington, 1201 24th Street, NW, Washington, DC, 20037, United States
Park Hyatt Washington, D.C. will host a Park Hyatt Masters of Food & Wine, a seasonal culinary & beverage experience on Wednesday, April 22, with the Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) in celebration of Earth Day and sustainable wild seafood. This seasonal culinary series salutes the local ingredients and flavors with a one-of-a-kind experience for guests in attendance. The evening will begin with a cocktail reception, followed by a four-course sustainable seafood feast presented by Park Hyatt Washington, D.C.’s Director of Culinary and Food & Beverage Jean-Claude Plihon and Blue Duck Tavern Chef de Cuisine Andrew Cleverdon. Each course will reflect the seasonal, ingredient-driven philosophy of Blue Duck Tavern while honoring fisheries that support healthy marine ecosystems for future generations. For the perfect pairing, guests will also enjoy thoughtfully selected wines to help complement the menu and enhance the natural character of each dish.
This special dinner brings together the environmental sustainability values of the MSC with the culinary expertise of Blue Duck Tavern, offering guests an opportunity to explore how sustainable sourcing and refined technique can shape a memorable evening. Together, the menu and wines create a dialogue between sustainability, craftsmanship, and the flavors of the sea. Tickets are priced at $250 per person, excluding tax and gratuity. Advanced reservations are required. The complete menu is listed below.

April 22 Masters of Food & Wine Dinner Menu

Reception Snacks

Cured Fluke, Verjus, Candied Kumquats, Mustard Seed, and Trout Roe
Tuna Crudo and White Sturgeon Caviar
Haddock Fishcakes and Green Goddess
Telmont Champagne NV, Reserve De la Terre, France (Organic)
Château Les Arromans, Entre-deux-Mers, Sauv Blanc/Sauv Gris. Bordeaux (Organic)

First Course

Scallops, Blue Crab-Uni Custard and Benne
Pouilly-Fumé, Jean-Max Roger, “Les Alouettes,” Loire Valley, France (Organic)

Second Course

Sablefish, Dashi, Spruce, Smoked Shoyu and Peas
Riesling, Zind-humbrecht, Roche Calcaire, France (Organic)

Third Course

Halibut, Smoked Potato, Lovage, Parsley and Caviar
Chardonnay, Soliste, “L’Age d’Or,” Russian River Valley, CA (Organic)
Forth Course

Strawberries, Vanilla, Rhubarb and Spirulina
Charles Orban rose, Troissy, Champagne, France (Organic)

Mignardises

WHERE: Blue Duck Tavern
1201 24th Street, NW
Washington, DC 20037

WHEN: Wednesday, April 22, 2026, reception, from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. and dinner, from 6:15 p.m. to 9 p.m.

HOW: Tickets are available for purchase through SevenRooms at: https://www.sevenrooms.com/experiences/blueducktavernhyatt/masters-of-food-wine-an-evening-with-the-marine-stewardship-council-6263702296248320. Seating is limited for this one-of-a-kind event, and advance reservations are required.

Living Earth Festival: Always Becoming
2026-04-25 11:00 - 17:00, 2026-04-26 11:00 - 17:00 | Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Indian, 4th St SW, Washington, DC, 20560
Living Earth Festival: Always Becoming
Saturday and Sunday, April 25–26, 11 AM–5 PM
Free | National Mall

Celebrate the transformational power of clay and the evolution of the museum’s iconic outdoor sculpture installation, Always Becoming, by Nora Naranjo Morse (Kha’p’o Owingeh [Santa Clara Pueblo], b. 1953). Join the National Museum of the American Indian for a weekend of stories, artist demonstrations, hands-on activities, performances and more centered on the relationship between art and the earth.
URL: https://americanindian.si.edu/events/?trumbaEmbed=view%3Dseries%26seriesid%3D1833045

Jazz on the Lunar Lawn | Amy K. Bormet Presents “Time Travel”
2026-04-29 17:30 - 20:00 | Hillwood Museum & Gardens, 4155 Linnean Avenue, NW, Washington, DC, 20008
Jazz on the Lunar Lawn | Amy K. Bormet Presents “Time Travel”
Wednesday, April 29, 2026, 5:30-8 p.m.
Join Amy K. Bormet for an evening outdoor concert, “Time Travel,” inspired by the special exhibition On Time: Giving Form to the Fleeting. The concert will feature classic songs and fresh new pieces about the passing of time, and understanding how it’s measured through music.
www.HillwoodMuseum.org
4155 Linnean Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20008

Jazz on the Lunar Lawn @ Hillwood
2026-04-29 17:30 - 20:00 | Hillwood Museum & Gardens, 4155 Linnean Avenue, NW, Washington, DC, 20008
Join Amy K. Bormet for an outdoor concert in Hillwood’s gardens, inspired by the special exhibition On Time: Giving Form to the Fleeting. Enjoy classic songs and fresh new pieces about the passing of time and how it’s measured through music, by jazz musicians from the D.C. area.
Wednesday, April 29, 2026
5:30-8 p.m.
(Concert begins at 6:30 p.m.)

4th Annual Derby Day Viewing Party
2026-05-02 15:00 - 20:00 | Jack Rose Dining Saloon, 2007 18th Street NW, Washington, DC, 20009
Almost like watching from Churchill Downs, Jack Rose Dining Saloon will once again be Washington, DC’s premiere destination for Kentucky Derby festivities on Saturday, May 2 from 3 pm to 8 pm On the sunny rooftop terrace and whiskey-surrounded indoor Saloon, guests and race fanatics are invited to don their finest derby attire at the bar’s 14th Annual Kentucky Derby Celebration + Viewing Party, complete with mint juleps, Southern bites, plenty of Kentucky bourbon, and a live viewing of the 2026 Run for the Roses.
Commemorating “the greatest two minutes in sports,” Jack Rose will host its 14th Annual Derby Day Viewing Party on two levels: its first-come, first-served open-air Rooftop Terrace and ticketed reserved seating in its spacious indoor Saloon, surrounded by thousands of bottles of whiskey.
The rooftop terrace will open early at 3pm, with the Saloon bar opening at 4pm, and both floors will offer an a la carte menu of classic Mint Juleps made with Maker’s Mark, and with Cinco de Mayo around the corner, a “Cinco de Derby” themed cocktail menu of agave and bourbon-based cocktails.
Saloon table reservations are available starting at 5pm for $49/person (excluding tax & gratuity) which includes:

two-hour indoor reserved seating with direct views of the race on an extra-large projector screen with sound
exclusive access to a pop-up Maker’s Mark cellar tasting room (featuring complimentary tastings from 3-6pm)
a round of Maker’s Mark Classic Juleps
a Derby Platter for the table (with themed hors d’oeuvres such as mini Hot Browns, deviled eggs & cucumber tea sandwiches + more)

Ticketed Saloon reservations are available via Resy, for seatings between 5-6pm.
And the bar’s Rooftop Terrace will also play host to a walk-ins-only viewing party, airing the Derby on four flat-screen TVs with sound. Guests can order bites from the rooftop grill, while the same drink specials will be available. The Terrace party is free to attend, first-come first-served, with table and bar seating and standing room available. Guests are encouraged to don their Derby best – bow ties, seersucker, and big hats!
Saturday also happens to be Adams Morgan Porchfest, and wristband-holders can enjoy $12 Derby Day cocktails.
WHO: Jack Rose Dining Saloon
WHEN: Saturday, May 2, 2026
3pm-8pm

WHERE: Jack Rose Dining Saloon
2007 18th Street NW
Washington, DC 20009

NMWA Makers' Market
2026-05-03 10:00 - 16:00 | National Museum of Women in the Arts, 1250 New York Ave., NW, Washington, DC, 20005
Makers’ Market
Sunday, May 3, 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
Join us for a unique pop-up market. Co-curated by NMWA and SAMASAMA, a collective dedicated to celebrating diasporic narratives through art, the market will feature a lineup of women and gender-expansive makers, artists and vendors offering handmade jewelry, art, ceramics and vintage finds. The Makers’ Market takes place during a Free Community Day, so guests can easily continue on to the galleries for further inspiration, take a tour, or make art during Open Studio. Free. Reservations not required.

3rd Annual Spring Night Market
2026-05-14 17:30 - 22:30 | Hi-Lawn, 1309 5th St. NE, Washington, DC, 20002
Michelin-honored Cantonese restaurant Tiger Fork and its sister bar Hi-Lawn once again come together to host their 3rd annual “Spring Night Market” — a traditional Chinese festival celebration on Thursday, May 14. They will transform the 1000-person rooftop atop Union Market, plus the building’s second-level Dock5 event space, into a lively Hong Kong night market, decked out with illuminated lanterns, food stalls from new-this-year guest chefs, pop-up shops from local artisans, cultural performances, DJs, baijiu and sake bars and more.
This is Tiger Fork & Hi-Lawn’s semiannual collaborative night market, the other being a Mid-Autumn mooncake festival in the fall, which draws thousands of attendees each year. May is National AAPI Heritage Month, and Tiger Fork & Hi-Lawn are bringing more than two dozen local restaurants and vendors to one of DC’s largest rooftops.
Tiger Fork’s executive chef Simon Lam will cook savory street food-inspired fare and unique sweets alongside guest chefs/restaurants such as Chai Pani, Canton Disco, Love, Makoto, CHIKO, Daikaya, CHIBOO, Dan Dan Boy, TOIMOI Bakery, Yume Asian Fusion, Yunnan by Potomac, Gwenie’s Pastries and more to be announced soon at food stands throughout the open-air rooftop and the covered Dock5 event space.
Guests can peruse specialty gifts and wares (such as jewelry, 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, cocktails, beer and wine.
There will also be cultural performances such as lion dancing from Shaolin Hung Fut Kung Fu School, face painting, a Dumpling Eating Competition sponsored by Laoban, and a DJ to keep the spirited energy going all night long.
Tickets to Tiger Fork and Hi-Lawn’s 3rd annual Spring Night Market are $5 on Eventbrite. All food, beverage and artisan crafts will be sold a la carte, first-come, first-served.
WHO: Tiger Fork & Chef Simon Lam
Hi-Lawn
& many more guest chefs and vendors
Shaolin Hung Fut Kung Fu School
WHEN: Thursday, May 14, 2026
5:30-10:30pm

WHERE: Hi-Lawn (on the rooftop of Union Market) and Dock5
1309 5th St. NE
Washington, DC 20002

Uncle Nearest Whiskey Brunch
2026-05-17 11:30 - 13:00 | Fairmont Hotel – Washington DC, 2401 M Street NW, Washington, DC, 20037, United States
Fairmont Washington, D.C., Georgetown has announced its annual brunch with Uncle Nearest Premium Whiskey* taking place on Sunday, May 17 beginning at 11:30am. The captivating Victoria Eady Butler, Uncle Nearest Master Blender and great, great granddaughter of Nearest Green, will present whiskey flights. Executive Chef Jaime Montes de Oca and Executive Pastry Chef Lyndsey Barton will prepare a three-course culinary feast.
Upon arrival in the courtyard, guests will be treated to an Uncle Nearest Grown Folk Mimosa. At 12:15, all will be seated to enjoy brunch paired with cocktails created by Uncle Nearest Mixologist Akinde.
The brunch menu includes:
Bread Basket with Whipped Rooftop Honey Butter
Truffle Parker House Rolls, Cornbread, Cheddar Jalapeno Biscuit

First Course:
1884 & Smoked Avocado Tartine
Country Bread, Farm Egg, Radish, Micro Sprouts paired with an
Uncle Nearest Cocktail

Second Course:
Maryland Crab Cake and
Black Angus Short Rib
New Potato Hash, Grilled Asparagus, 1956 Grain Mustard Butter paired with an
Uncle Nearest Cocktail

Dessert:
Coconut Plant Pot
Uncle Nearest Soaked Chocolate Cake – Caramel Creamux, Cocoa Crumble
Matcha Bread Stick – Nearest Green Whiskey Chocolate Sauce
Uncle Nearest Flight – Including Fairmont’s Own Single Barrell

Fairmont’s Brunch with Uncle Nearest Premium Whiskey is $99 per person including all of the above, tax and gratuity or $219 with a bottle of Fairmont’s own Uncle Nearest Single Barrel. Additional cocktails and cigars will also be available for purchase. For reservations, please visit
Ticket Spice.

*Uncle Nearest is the pioneer spirits brand to bear the name of a Black American. The brand’s portfolio boasts the Most Awarded Straight Bourbon and Tennessee Whiskey titles for the years 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, and 2024, amassing over 1,450 awards and accolades since its launch in 2017. The Nearest Green Distillery in Shelbyville, Tennessee is now the seventh most visited distillery in the world. . https://unclenearest.com/

The O.B. Hardison Poetry Series Finale Reading
2026-05-19 19:30 - 20:30 | Folger Shakespeare Library, 201 E Capital Street NE, Washington, DC, DC, 20002
The O.B. Hardison Poetry Series Finale Reading
May 19, 2026, at 7:30pm

The Poetry season concludes with a finale reading by a poet chosen by a group of Folger Poetry supporters. The evening’s honored guest will read from the work of other poets cited as their literary influences as well as from their own work. Previous poets invited for this finale reading include Ellen Bass, Billy Collins, Carolyn Forché, and Jane Hirshfield. The reading will be followed by a book signing in the Great Hall.

National Museum of Women in the Arts After Hours
2026-05-20 17:30 - 20:00 | National Museum of Women in the Arts, 1250 New York Ave., NW, Washington, DC, 20005
NMWA Nights—May
Wednesday, May 20, 5:30–8 p.m.
Join us on the third Wednesday evening of each month for a creative and engaging after-hours experience. Peruse the galleries, grab a cocktail, listen to a performance, attend a tour, or participate in art-making activities. Two drink tickets are included with admission; additional beverages and food are available for purchase. Tickets go on sale on May 6.

NMWA Nights Bash
2026-05-20 17:30 - 20:00 | National Museum of Women in the Arts, 1250 New York Ave., NW, Washington, DC, 20005
To close out the National Museum of Women in the Art’s Spring 2026 series of after-hours events, the NMWA Nights Bash on Wednesday, May 20 from 5:30-8 p.m., features art, music, performances, interactive experiences, cocktails, and art-making. The series will open again in the fall.
The NMWA Nights Bash spotlights live performances by The Lion’s Den DMV, a Filipina-founded, DMV-based dance company, and chitra.MOVES, an experimental collective of diverse artists that blends Hip Hop, Street Dance, and Indian Classical Dance. Acclaimed tattoo pop-up tattooist Katie Heartbreaker offers on-site, pop-up tattoos (attendees must sign up in advance to reserve a session; limited availability). Those looking for something less permanent can enjoy some temporary tattoos and add a little flair to their look with a hands-on, beaded pin art-making activity.
Tours run all night through 80 years of abstraction in the exhibition Making Their Mark: Works from the Shah Garg Collection. Plus, guests can enjoy a high-energy set from DJ Gabz and open dance floor. Visitors are invited to come dressed in a bold look that channels an artist, artwork, or creative movement, drawing inspiration from the power of works on view and the inventive theme: “nowhere to wear it!”
Two drink tickets are included with admission; additional beverages and food are available for purchase.
When
Wed, May 20, 2026
5:30 to 8 pm ET
Tickets and Reservations
General admission: $25
Students, seniors, DC residents: $22
Members: $20
All members can purchase tickets, even if the event is sold out.
Members at the Explorer level and above receive 2 free tickets to each NMWA Nights event
Where
National Museum of Women in the Arts
1250 New York Ave. NW
Washington, DC 20005

Tudor Place – Spring Garden Party
2026-05-20 18:00 - 21:00 | Tudor Place Garden, 1644 31st Street NW, Washington, DC, 20007
Stewarded by six generations of Martha Washington’s descendants, Tudor Place is dedicated to protecting its 5 1⁄2-acre estate and historic archives while offering educational programming that connects visitors to the nation’s history and this DC landmark’s legacy. The Spring Garden party is Tudor Place’s most significant fundraiser of the year:

When: Wednesday, May 20, 2026, 6:00–9:00 PM

Where: Tudor Place · 1644 31st St NW · Washington, DC 20007

About: Celebrate under the stars at Tudor Place where proceeds support the estate’s conservation, its art and archives, and educational programming year-round. Guests enjoy a gorgeous spring garden setting while supporting historic preservation.

Tickets: Members $300 | Non-members $350 | Garden Party Host Committee Member $1,000

Greek Fine Wine, Craft-Brew & Spirits Tasting Event
2026-05-20 18:00 - 21:00 | Max’s Tavern, 4910 Wisconsin Ave NW, Washington, DC
Join in for the Greek Fine Wine, Craft-Brew & Spirits Tasting event on Wednesday, May 20th from 6–9pm at Max’s Tavern Tenley in Northwest Washington, DC.
For just $25, you’ll get six tasting tickets to explore an impressive lineup of Greek wines, beers, and spirits — plus delectable treats, a cash after-bar, and a chance to win some great door prizes.
Here’s a taste of what’s pouring: Fix Hellas & Mythos craft beers Lakonia Assyrtiko white wine & Evia Syrah Rosé Mastiha Liqueur & Ouzo Plomari Stray Oak Bourbon (DC’s own!) Holistic Spirits Vodka & Gin …and more! Best of all? Every ticket sold helps plant trees around the world through ForestPlanet, a 501(c)3 nonprofit. The organization is hoping to plant 10,000+ trees from this one evening alone!
Spots are limited — grab yours now! Come for the ouzo. Stay for the good vibes. Leave knowing you helped the planet. See you May 20th!

Arena Stage Gala Performance
2026-05-20 20:00 - 22:00 | Arena Stage, 1101 6th St SW, Washington, DC, 20024
Join Arena Stage on Wednesday, May 20, for its Annual Gala celebrating the 75th Anniversary Season.
Performance Tickets are $200 and include access to the award presentations, the dazzling performance, and a celebratory after party with drinks, desserts, and dancing.
Featuring a special performance by Tony Award winner Adrienne Warren (Broadway’s TINA – The Tina Turner Musical), the evening will also honor two-time Tony-nominated actor and playwright Anna Deavere Smith with the American Artist Award and Tonia Wellons, President & CEO of the Greater Washington Community Foundation, with the Beth Newburger Schwartz Award.

Performance Ticket – $200
(Tax Deductible $75)
Includes:
One (1) ticket to the award presentations and performance at 8PM
Access to the after party
Complimentary valet parking

Atlas Brew Works Bullpen Pilsner Medal Celebration
2026-05-23 11:00 - 18:00 | Atlas Brew Works, 2429 Mandeville Lane, Alexandria, VA, 22332
To commemorate Atlas Brew Works winning a gold medal for its Bullpen Pilsner at last month’s World Beer Cup, the brewery is excited to host a special celebration for fans and neighbors at its Atlas Bridge District Brewery & Tap Room on Saturday, May 23.
Spend the holiday weekend celebrating Atlas’ win at the world’s most prestigious beer competition with an all-day Bullpen Pilsner special, served in commemorative gold plastic cups for $5, plus all draft beers available for $6 from 3pm to 6pm.
Guests can keep the party going with Capital City Trivia from 5pm to 7pm, featuring a special Gold, Beer & Atlas-themed game. In addition, the Atlas Bridge District team will officially launch tours and tastings at its new production facility. For more information, visit atlasbrewworks.com.
WHERE:
Atlas Bridge District Brewery & Tap Room
600 Howard Road SE, #100
Washington, DC 20020
WHEN:
Saturday, May 23
Bullpen Pilsner specials from 11am to 10pm
All draft beers for $6 from 3pm to 6pm

Armed Forces Cycling Classic
2026-05-30 | DC
The Amazon Armed Forces Cycling Classic is set to return May 30–31, 2026.
The weekend will once again feature the Amazon Armed Forces Cycling Classic’s Challenge Ride on Saturday morning, May 30. This 20km closed course welcomes cycling enthusiasts of all skill levels and encourages participants to complete as many laps as possible during the three-hour event. Riders will start and finish in the nation’s capital, pedaling against the backdrop of Washington, D.C. and Arlington’s most recognizable sights. Participants can aim for gold, silver, or bronze medals, awarded based on the number of laps completed.
The weekend’s activities also include two days of racing featuring many of the nation’s top Pro/Am men’s and women’s cycling teams. Saturday’s race will be held on a short, spectator-friendly course in D.C., utilizing the same start/finish area as the Challenge Ride. On Sunday, the racing moves to Arlington, Virginia for the 28th edition of the storied Clarendon Cup Pro/Am bike races.
The Amazon Armed Forces Cycling Classic Pro/Am races are recognized internationally, with national champions and elite athletes participating from around the world.
The Amazon Armed Forces Cycling Classic weekend’s activities offer riders and cycling fans alike plenty of exciting opportunities to participate. To obtain information on registration, volunteer opportunities; or how to become a sponsor; or learn how you can witness the fast-paced action of professional cycling in the Washington, DC region, visit cyclingclassic.org.

EVENT DETAILS
What: Armed Forces Cycling Classic
When: May 30-31, 2026
Where: Washington, DC & Arlington, VA (Clarendon)
Time:
Website: www.cyclingclassic.org
Challenge Ride Cost: $120
Spectating: FREE
Weather Plan: Rain or shine

Four Nations Cup
2026-05-31 10:00 - 16:00 | Great Meadow, 5089 Old Tavern Road, The Plains, VA, 20198
The Four Nations Cup is a NEW premier international polo tournament celebrating global excellence, tradition, and community spirit.
On May 31, 2026, teams from the United States, United Kingdom, India, and Pakistan will compete in a spectacular day of sport at Great Meadow in The Plains, Virginia. Guests will enjoy thrilling polo finals, immersive cultural pavilions, gourmet hospitality and upscale fieldside tailgating—all set against the iconic background of Great Meadow’s rolling green hills.
Quick Details:

Date: May 31, 2026
Venue: Great Meadow, The Plains, VA
Info: www.fournationscup.com

Sail Into Summer Yacht Rock Concert
2026-06-05 18:00 - 20:00 | The Yards Sundeck, 355 Water Street SE, Washington, DC, 20003
The Yards is hosting the return of its fan-favorite Sail Into Summer Yacht Rock Concert. Guests can enjoy an evening of nostalgic soft rock hits from Got Yacht? and waterfront fun, including complimentary captain’s hats and branded sunglasses (while supplies last), pop-ups from retailers including Pacers and VIDA Fitness, and drinks available for purchase from District Winery. Attendees are encouraged to bring picnic blankets and enjoy to-go offerings from restaurants throughout The Yards.
WHEN: Friday, June 5, 2026 from 6:00pm to 8:00pm
WHERE: The Sundeck at The Yards (355 Water St SE, Washington, DC 20003)
HOW: Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-yards-sail-into-summer-concert-tickets-1988403593675?aff=press

Picnic Theatre Co Presents "My Favorite Year"
2026-06-09 18:30 - 21:30 | Embassy of France, 4101 Reservoir Rd NW, Washington, DC, 20007
It’s 1967 New York in the age of live television, and a silver screen legend is slated to appear on the top-rated late night sketch comedy show, the King Kiser Comedy Hour. A young writer (based on the life of Mel Brooks) is tasked with keeping her sober and on script for the broadcast, while comedy writer veterans navigate the tumultuous changes in American society during the burgeoning era of rock and roll, Vietnam, feminism, and the youth revolution.
Tuesday, June 9
Embassy of France, Georgetown
6:30pm cocktails, 7:30pm performance (90 indoors)
La Maison Française Theatre
4101 Reservoir Rd NW, DC (map)
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Tickets $20: Eventbrite
All proceeds support the arts charities of La Maison Française.

Directed and Adapted by Steve Rochlin
CAST: Sara Cook • Matthew Gregory • Nihal Krishan • Paul Massaro • Alexa Newlin • Antonio Olivo • Marisela Ramirez • Steve Rochlin • Adam Ruben • Christina Sevilla • Courtney Sexton • Ram Viswanathan • Shawn Westfall • David White

Songwriters Celebrate John Prine
2026-06-09 19:30 - 22:00 | Wolftrap, 1551 Trap Road, Vienna, VA, 22182
Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts presents Songwriters Celebrate John Prine on June 9, a special concert celebrating the life and legacy of the famed American singer/songwriter. Produced by Wolf Trap Foundation with the Prine Family and the Hello In There Foundation, this creative collaboration celebrates John Prine’s legacy through the artists inspired by his enduring influence and who continue to shape American songwriting.
The lineup features Prine friends and collaborators, including Emmylou Harris, Margo Price, Patty Griffin, I’m With Her, Lucius, Allison Russell, Hayes Carll, Jobi Riccio, Fancy Hagood, and John’s youngest son Tommy Prine, all backed by John Prine’s own band.
“John Prine’s songs are woven into the fabric of America with a songwriting legacy now spanning more than five decades. We are so honored to celebrate his legacy at Wolf Trap—a venue where he loved to perform, and one that has championed folk and American music for generations,” said the Prine Family. “This concert brings together artists who carry forward John’s gift for storytelling, in the same spirit that defined John’s work. We’re thrilled to mark America’s 250th anniversary by honoring the songbook that has shaped our national soundtrack.”
“John wasn’t just a great artist and a great songwriter—he was a great human. He modeled care and compassion and community building in everything he did. He adored his family and he made everybody feel a part of it,” said Allison Russell.
This one-night-only event will feature artists performing beloved John Prine songs, alongside songs he championed, collaborated on, and influenced—all culminating in a group finale.
“I had the honor of working with John quite a few times. He was a master at so many things. One of my favorite things about him was his warmth and ease with an audience. I find myself often referencing back to that and his graciousness,” said singer/songwriter Patty Griffin.
“John Prine’s music embodies the spirit of American songwriting, and as we mark America’s 250th anniversary, this program will honor the voices that continue to shape American culture,” said Sara Beesley, Vice President of Programming and Production, Wolf Trap Foundation. “Having performed at Wolf Trap 19 times, John was deeply connected to this place, and Wolf Trap to him. Today, we continue to be home to songwriters inspired by his example.”
Wolf Trap is proud to partner with the Hello In There Foundation—an initiative established by the family of John Prine, to honor his memory and continue the love, kindness, and generosity he shared with the world—to bring this must see one-night-only celebration to the stage.

Ticketing and On Sale Information

Tickets may be purchased online at wolftrap.org.
Ticket prices vary by performance and location and are subject to change. See individual performance listings online at Wolf Trap’s website calendar.
Wolf Trap members have access to exclusive presales and may purchase tickets in advance of the general public. For more information on becoming a member, visit wolftrap.org/membership.
