Celebrate National Oyster Day with an all-day oyster happy hour at participating Clyde's Restaurant Group locations on Wednesday, August 5. Guests can enjoy freshly shucked oysters, raw bar specials, and exclusive seafood discounts at Old Ebbitt Grill, Cordelia Fishbar, Clyde's of Georgetown, Clyde's of Gallery Place, Clyde's of Chevy Chase, Clyde's at Mark Center, Clyde's Tower Oaks Lodge, Clyde's Willow Creek Farm, and Rye Street Tavern. The celebration also highlights Clyde's Restaurant Group's partnership with the Oyster Recovery Partnership, supporting the restoration of wild oyster populations by recycling oyster shells into new reef habitats throughout the Chesapeake Bay. It's a delicious opportunity to enjoy exceptional oyster specials while supporting a healthier Bay. Click HERE to learn more.

Butchers Alley is celebrating a decade of serving the community with its 10th Anniversary Cookout on Saturday, August 29, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Guests are invited to enjoy a festive afternoon featuring free cheeseburgers fresh off the grill, delicious tastings, and exciting raffle giveaways, including a catering gift card, a complimentary paella party, and a butcher's pick bundle of favorite cuts. The free community celebration is a chance to enjoy lunch, connect with fellow customers, and help commemorate 10 years of Butchers Alley. Click HERE to order.

Olney Theatre Center invites the community to its annual SummerFest on Saturday, August 9, from 11:30 AM to 5:15 PM at 2001 Olney-Sandy Spring Road, Olney, MD. This year's free open house marks a major milestone as the theater celebrates its newly transformed campus with a full day of entertainment and family-friendly activities. Guests can enjoy performances from favorite Olney artists and local community groups, explore an expanded lineup of vendors, and browse the always-popular used costume sale while experiencing everything the revitalized campus has to offer. Click HERE to learn more.

The Hay-Adams is offering a refined rooftop escape with its debut of “Where Evenings Be-Gin,” a limited-time cocktail pop-up experience where fresh and floral-inspired gin cocktails meet the hotel’s sought-after Top of the Hay views of Washington, D.C.’s most iconic landmarks. Where Evenings Be-Gin will offer a selection of cocktails—including one alcohol-free version—all designed to evoke the sense of relaxation in a timeless English garden. For additional information including upcoming opening dates that will be announced weekly in August, interested you should visit The Hay-Adams online.

To conclude the summer season, Slater Run invites you to Backroads & BBQ from 2:00 - 5:00 p.m. You can enjoy barbecue alongside live music from the Virginia-based artist Brennan Edwards & The Monday Blues throughout the event. Tickets are available for $45 per person ($38.25 for club members) and can be purchased here.

From 6:00 - 9:00 p.m., you are invited to join the Slater Wine Vineyards for Playing in the Vines. Throughout the event, you can enjoy tunes played by Elixir of Life, who will cover songs by The Grateful Dead. Sexi Mexi, a local food truck serving Mexican cuisine, will serve fresh burritos and bowls, and Slater Run wines will be available for purchase. Tickets are $25 per person ($21.25 for club members) and can be purchased on Slater Run’s website. 

Beginning at 7:00 p.m., Slater Run Vineyards will host its 10th annual CrabFest supporting the Churches of Upperville Outreach Program, which provides food and essential assistance to local families. For $95 per person (and $15 for children 12 and under), guests can enjoy unlimited Steamed Blue Crabs, Corn on the Cob, Watermelon, Cornbread, and Cookies. Hot dogs and lemonade will be available for children in attendance. Slater Run’s selection of red, white, amber, rosé, and sparkling wines such as their award-winning Pétillant Naturel Sparkling Rosé and their single barrel red wine dubbed the Pit Jumper will be available for purchase throughout the event. Tickets for the event can be purchased on Slater Run’s website.

Celebrate creativity, culture, and women's leadership at FEMME Art Fair, taking place August 27–30, 2026, in downtown Washington, D.C. Launching on Women's Equality Day, this contemporary art fair brings together women artists from across the country alongside collectors, brands, civic leaders, and the public for four days of art, conversation, and community. Created by USAN USAN and Our Daughters' Futures Fund, FEMME is more than an art fair—it's a platform dedicated to advancing opportunity for women in the arts. With 100% of artwork sales going directly to the artists, the event empowers women through visibility, connection, and meaningful economic impact while celebrating the power of contemporary art. Click HERE to learn more and grab your tickets.

*I Regret Nothing* is a powerful one-woman show that blends humor, heartbreak, and redemption in an unforgettable true story. Audiences will follow the journey of a successful entrepreneur as she recounts the unexpected twists that left her questioning how she got there—from bombing on a New York City comedy stage to a memorable 4 a.m. emergency room visit, and everything in between. Equal parts hilarious and heartfelt, this 90-minute performance invites viewers to laugh, reflect, and leave with a renewed perspective on life's regrets. The show runs September 1–3, 2026, at the National Union Building in Washington, D.C., with no intermission. Click HERE to grab your tickets.

Crab & Crush Thursdays return to Union Market! The deal includes 1.5 hours of all-you-can-eat steamed Maryland crabs for $85 per person. Drink specials feature $14 fresh-squeezed Orange Crushes and $5 Natty Bohs. The full food and drink menu is also available. Reservations here.