In celebration of America’s 250th anniversary, the U.S. Botanic Garden will bloom with the flowers each U.S. state and territory has chosen as their official flower. Explore the display throughout the Garden that will showcase the state and territory flowers with living plants, artistic displays, botanical illustrations, and herbarium specimens. From fragrant magnolia flowers and […]
Pick up your local, organic seedlings and take a tour of our new farm in Fairfax, Virginia! Meet and greet your local farmers and our soil science team for seedling care workshops. Gather with the local community for fun and new connections!
The Snail of Approval award recognizes chefs, producers, farmers, and food and beverage businesses in D.C., Maryland, and Virginia who embody Slow Food’s values of good, clean, and fair food for all. Our grassroots award celebrates those who care for the environment, support local communities, and create food with integrity and purpose. Join us for […]
The DC Dept of Public Works free drop-off event for household hazardous waste, electronics recycling, and secure document shredding - FOR DC RESIDENTS ONLY - ---------------------------- DC DPW’s Special Waste Collection Event, scheduled for Thursday, April 30, 2026, will be held at RFK Stadium's Parking Lot 8. To help attendees navigate to Lot 8, accessible off […]
Join us for a night of unlimited food and drinks from 20+ of Shaw's best restaurants, bars, cafes, bakers and brewers. EAT.DRINK.SHAW.: SAVOR THE FLAVOR Thursday, April 30, 2026, 7-9:30 PM The Howard Theatre, 620 T Street, NW Come join us at The Howard Theatre for a night of delicious food and drinks at EAT.DRINK.SHAW. […]
Details The sky’s the limit. Join us at Moonraker for Full Moon Nights, a new monthly gathering that invites guests to celebrate the magic of the lunar cycle, inspired by the Japanese tradition of Moon Viewing, or Tsukimi. As the moon rises over the waterfront, the rooftop transforms into an evening of celestial discovery. In […]
Join us for the Margarita Mile, the ultimate Cinco de Mayo tequila bar crawl on the U Street Corridor! 🌮🥂 Margarita Mile: The Cinco de Mayo Tequila Bar Crawl 🥂🌮 It's Cinco de Mayo. You're on U Street. There's tequila involved. What more do you need? 👀 Margarita Mile is DC's most festive bar crawl — […]
Come join us at the 3rd Annual National Urban Farm Festival for a day of celebrating urban agriculture, local food, and community connection Welcome to the 3rd Annual National Urban Farm Festival! Come join us at 17230 Swanson Rd for a day full of fun activities celebrating urban farming. Whether you're a seasoned gardener or just getting […]
Join us on Saturday, May 2, from 11 am to 3 pm for Sligo Creek Fest! This annual celebration transforms the Sligo Creek Open Parkway into a lively street festival. Enjoy multiple performance stages, kid-friendly activities like Touch-A-Truck and tree climbing, roving entertainers, delicious food and drink vendors, and hands-on activities and demonstrations from Montgomery […]
OVER 60+ BEERS, 40+ BOURBONS, AND LOTS OF BARBECUE! Northern Virginia’s BIGGEST, BADDEST, BONE-IN, BBQ Fest is HERE! This 5th Annual affair offers up all those pleasures that true Southerners live by – Beer, Bourbon, Barbecue, Boots, Bacon, Biscuits, Bluegrass, and Smoked Beasts! It’s a great day of beer sippin’, bourbon tastin’, music listenin’, cigar smokin’, […]
Bunnyland is Butler's Orchard's festival dedicated to all things SPRING! Bunnyland features acres of Farm Park Fun, including baby animals, egg hunts, hayrides, the jump pads, mini diggers, and so much more! Regular Admission (March 28-29, April 2, 11-12) - $13.50 per person Easter Weekend Admission (April 3, 4 & 6) - $16.50 per person
Sip, sculpt, and unwind! Join our pottery workshop to create unique handmade gifts or décor while enjoying a fun, relaxing experience. Looking for a fun, hands-on experience? Come sip, sculpt, and sculpt clay at this pottery workshop. Unplug, unwind, and make something by hand at our feel-good pottery night, no experience needed. Whether you come […]
Hike and Taste at Corteau Vineyards Join us for an awesome in-person adventure led by our Vineyard Manager! Learn how quality vines lead to quality wines. Explore the beautiful trails around Corteau Vineyards while tasting wines made from the vines your are exploring. Perfect for nature lovers and wine enthusiasts alike—come breathe fresh air, sip great wine, meet a baby […]
Pour your own cocktail inspired soy candle + learn to make the perfect margarita. An intimate, sensory night out with lite-bites. BurnBar No experience needed. Just show up, pour, and make something beautiful. What’s included: ∙ A guided candle-making session — you find your favorite scent and pour a candle you can take home ∙ […]
Heart’s Delight is widely recognized as a premier destination event where master winemakers, culinary greats and our distinguished guests gather to play and bid in the Nation’s Capital. Join us for the only four-day celebration of exceptional food and wine as we celebrate 26 years of life-saving impact. Wednesday May 6 is the Congress Has […]
Join us for an evening of seasonally curated farm cuisine, live music, and community connection at our Spring Garden Party! The sun is lingering longer, the soil is being turned and stimulated, and it’s finally starting to feel like the season of growth and renewal. Join us for our Spring Garden Party, an evening dedicated […]
Enjoy a guided tea tasting, sip all evening, and create a personalized pressed flower frame — perfect for Mother’s Day. Join us on May 7th at 6:00 PM at Dov & Company in Ballston Quarter for a cozy and elevated evening designed for connection, creativity, and a little midweek reset. 🍵✨ We’ll start with a guided tea tasting experience, where […]
Join Us for an Unforgettable South African Wine Dinner! Situated on the South Easterly side of the Simonsberg Mountain with elevations 530m above sea level and mainly south-facing slopes, possessing some of the highest elevations in Stellenbosch, Thelema produces some of the finest South African wines on the market today. The high altitude and the […]
Get ready to turn up the heat, with Chacho's jalapeño kick and warm weather vibes at our spicy new pop-up. We've got a new stop on the platform: Chacho Station! Starting April 17 thru May 22, Chacho – DC's beloved spicy jalapeño liquor – is pulling in to metrobar with tasting flights, specialty cocktails, photo-ops, […]
Step into the magical world of bees during this family-friendly beekeeping experience at the farm! Perfect for parents, caregivers, and curious little learners, this hands-on session introduces participants of all ages to the incredible life of honeybees. Together we will gently explore a real working hive, learn how beekeepers care for bees, and discover why […]
Curious about what it takes to become a beekeeper? 🐝 Join us for a hands-on, beginner-friendly workshop that invites you into the fascinating world of honey bees and hive care. You’ll learn how to start your own apiary, what bees need to thrive, and the essentials of mindful, sustainable beekeeping. The class begins at 3:30 […]
Just in time for Mother's Day, the VNMS Spring Artisan Pop-Up Market is on Saturday, May 9, from 10-3! Browse the works of 20+ local makers and artisans in and around 4340 Connecticut Ave. on Saturday, May 9, from 10am - 3pm. Check out their spring collections and learn more about the talented entrepreneurs and […]
Treat your mom to a fun pasta-making session where you'll learn all the basics of making fresh tagliatelle! Give the gift of time well spent, together in the kitchen. This Mother’s Day, join us for a special edition of our Pasta 101 class, designed as a hands-on experience you can share. Under Chef Sarah’s guidance, […]
Join us for an awesome in-person experience tasting some of Suntory's finest whiskeys! It's the perfect chance to discover new flavors, learn from experts, and meet fellow whiskey lovers. Whether you're a pro or just starting out, this event is all about enjoying great spirits and good vibes.
Lucketts Vintage Markets are a wildly popular Northern Virginia event that showcases more than 200 of the best “vintage hip” vendors on the East Coast. It features painted furniture, vintage garden gems, architectural salvage, crusty antiques, and all kinds of crazy-good finds. This exciting event, now in its 28th year, has a huge and loyal following […]
Raise a Glass to 250 Years of Our Nation at Washington's Historic Estate Bring a blanket and settle in on the east lawn, where sweeping views of the Potomac River set the scene for a relaxed evening at Mount Vernon as we commemorate the 250th anniversary of the United States. Sample wines from Virginia wineries […]
Get ready to turn up the heat, with Chacho's jalapeño kick and warm weather vibes at our spicy new pop-up. We've got a new stop on the platform: Chacho Station! Starting April 17 thru May 22, Chacho – DC's beloved spicy jalapeño liquor – is pulling in to metrobar with tasting flights, specialty cocktails, photo-ops, […]
You thought you knew hummus? Come again and taste the real McCoy and its variants prepared for you by Ayoub founder of Double Dip... About the Event: This event is part of "A Taste of France and Francophonie" Series. This event will be in English. Who does not love hummus? Is there only one kind […]
Join Clay Morris, Professor of Appalachian Foodways, for an immersive foraging experience in the heart of the Shenandoah Valley hosted by L’Auberge Provencale. In this hands-on class, participants will explore the region’s rich natural landscape, learning the history and traditional practices of foraging by indigenous peoples, as well as the ecological importance of native plants. […]
Its our 4th annual Pierogi Day Celebration!!! Pierogi will be sourced from different vendors. Join Settle Down Easy Brewing - Falls Church for our Pierogi Festival! *** WE WILL HAVE LOTS OF BUTTER AND ONIONS *** $20 discount pre-order - 6 Pierogi for $12 - Link of Kielbasa or Brat $7 - $5 Cover for […]
Join us at the Annapolis Maritime Museum & Park for the Chesapeake Catfish Cook-Off, a waterfront celebration of great food, live music, and Chesapeake Bay stewardship. Saturday, May 16, 202612:00 PM to 4:00 PM Park Campus7300 Edgewood RoadAnnapolis, Maryland 21403 Your ticket includes tastings from a lineup of regional chefs, each creating a unique dish […]
Join us for Root to Table’s signature event Field & Flame: a vibrant celebration of local food, sustainable farming, and the people who make our food system thrive. This exclusive evening supports Root to Table’s initiatives, including food education, regenerative agriculture, and access to real food across our region. From the barn stalls to the […]
Join us on May 17 for LivingWell’s Spring Veg-Fest! Enjoy samples of our most popular plant-based favorites and wellness classes! Mark your calendar for May 17 and join us for LivingWell’s Spring Veg-Fest. We’re excited to welcome back longtime favorites like Loma Linda, Worthington, and Herbspice, along with new vendors and fresh samples, including local […]
Gather friends and family and meet on West St. for a Taste of Spring with samples from fabulous restaurants, live music and more! Spring’s in the air on Annapolis’ historic West Street. Nine fabulous restaurants will delight you with deliciously scrumptious samples while the music of High and Wides performs for you. This outdoor event is […]
A Farm-to-Table Culinary Workshop Exploring the Seasonal Flavors of Spring This three-part seasonal culinary workshop series celebrates the vibrant ingredients emerging from local farms and producers this spring. Together we’ll explore how to transform simple, fresh ingredients into nourishing meals that highlight the beauty of the season. Each session focuses on practical culinary skills, flavor […]
Get ready to turn up the heat, with Chacho's jalapeño kick and warm weather vibes at our spicy new pop-up. We've got a new stop on the platform: Chacho Station! Starting April 17 thru May 22, Chacho – DC's beloved spicy jalapeño liquor – is pulling in to metrobar with tasting flights, specialty cocktails, photo-ops, […]
Join us for the annual strawberry festival at Great Country Farms in Loudoun County Virginia. To celebrate the royal strawberry, our Jubilee is packed with live music, farm contests, wagon rides, great food and fun games for the whole family! Great Food abounds at our Roosteraunt Concession Stand, Knead It Bakery and Henway Hard Cider […]
Where the wine flows, the bass drops, & the energy feels like summer no matter the weather. At Linganore Winecellars, we’ve never believed great wine (and great vibes) should come with a rulebook. As one of Maryland’s OG wine pioneers, we helped shape the local festival industry long before it was trendy. Our philosophy is simple: […]
Join us for pick-your-own certified organic strawberries, food trucks, local partner farm + craft vendors, and more farm fun! We're so excited to host the third annual Moon Valley Farm Strawberry Festival! Whether you're a strawberry enthusiast or just looking for a fun spring day out, this event is perfect for all ages. Mark your […]
Celebrate National Wine Day with a scenic, guided bike tour through Virginia’s countryside. Departing from the resort, guests will ride to Boxwood Winery for a wine tasting, followed by a cider tasting at Mt. Defiance Distillery, before returning to the resort. This thoughtfully paced, approximately two-and-a-half-hour experience offers a refreshing way to explore local flavors […]
Experience a lively culinary showdown as Salamander’s chefs take to the grill in this high-energy outdoor competition. Guests are invited to sample an array of barbecue creations inspired by the chefs' diverse backgrounds and traditions, savor bold flavors, and cast a vote to crown the day’s champion. A festive afternoon of food, friendly rivalry, and […]
Work, relax, and chat with friends and fellow artists during this sit down crafting session. “Bring-your-own” materials are encouraged, and supplies are available at the studio too! Knitting, sketching, scrapbooking, or whatever your fancy, are all encouraged in this self-guided event. Sip on a cup of coffee or tea provided by the studio while you […]
The Patapsco Valley and environs are alive with edibles we will be exploring with this chef-curated menu and cocktail pairings. Restaurant Association of Maryland 2026 Restauranteur of the Year, our own Executive Chef, Dan Wecker along with foraging expert, our Chef de Cuisine Patrick Rodeheaver have put together a memorable culinary journey for the evening […]
Details The sky’s the limit. Join us at Moonraker for Full Moon Nights, a new monthly gathering that invites guests to celebrate the magic of the lunar cycle, inspired by the Japanese tradition of Moon Viewing, or Tsukimi. As the moon rises over the waterfront, the rooftop transforms into an evening of celestial discovery. In […]
FRIDAY May 29th, 2026 + SATURDAY, May 30th, 2026 Anne Arundel County Fairgrounds, 1450 General’s Highway, Crownsville, MD The Annapolis Irish Festival is back in 2026—and now it’s a two-day celebration! Join us Friday night for our family and first responder night featuring two incredible bands, then return Saturday for a full day of Irish […]
The Venue: The University Club Established in 1904 simply as the University Club, its first president was then Secretary of War and future United States President William Howard Taft. In 1936, it merged with the Racquet Club of Washington, and moved to its current location at 1135 Sixteenth Street NW, approximately three blocks north of […]
Join FONA’s Board of Directors for the Spring Soirée on Friday, May 29, 2026 from 6 PM to 9 PM. Enjoy a light buffet and delicious drinks while surrounded by miniature masterpieces […]
Join us for the annual strawberry festival at Great Country Farms in Loudoun County Virginia. To celebrate the royal strawberry, our Jubilee is packed with live music, farm contests, wagon rides, great food and fun games for the whole family! Great Food abounds at our Roosteraunt Concession Stand, Knead It Bakery and Henway Hard Cider […]
May 30th & 31st, 2026 12:00PM – 5:00PM General Admission tickets General Admission: $48.00 Join your friends for an exciting wine festival hosted by The Winery at Bull Run! Indulge in complimentary wine tastings from Virginia’s premier vineyards, and our featured brewery while you meet and greet the knowledgeable people behind the pours. Enjoy delicious […]
A series of farm-to-table culinary experiences at Ovoka Farm, centered around our Virginia-raised F1 Wagyu beef, paired with the foundational wine releases from Ovoka Farm Winery and local Virginia wines. […]
Abbondanza is Sonny's Pizza's unlimited pours natural wine party ft. local and natural distributors and free pizza in the garden! Saturday, May 30th, 2024 12-4 pm Abbondanza in the Pizza […]
Join Terrarium Therapy for a day full of fun, food and drinks, and friends at Hidden Hills Farm and Vineyard for Plant Bingo! Plant Bingo is played just like a […]