Vermilion hosts an intimate 4-course wine dinner on May 21 featuring Northern Virginia’s acclaimed Linden Vineyards. Guests will enjoy pairings presented by winemaker Alex Wilde alongside seasonal dishes from Chef Anthony Chittum, including oyster Rockefeller gratin, Shenandoah lamb, and honeyed strawberries with late harvest petit manseng; vermilionrestaurant.com

Registration is now open for a free May 22 cooking demonstration at the Smithsonian National Museum of American History featuring award-winning Italian cooking teacher Giuliano Hazan. Hazan will prepare traditional zabaglione while sharing stories tied to his mother, Marcella Hazan—widely considered the godmother of Italian cooking in America; americanhistory.si.edu

Owen’s Tavern & Garden and Caruso’s Grocery Pike & Rose are teaming up again for the 2nd annual Saint Owen’s Feast on May 23, an Italian-style street fair packed with food, drinks, and family-friendly fun. Expect Italian street food favorites, seasonal spritzes, rare craft beers, live music, outdoor games, and more—all with free admission and raffle proceeds benefiting Manna Food Center; owenstavern.com

Award-winning chef, bestselling author, and beloved TV personality Carla Hall takes center stage in a powerful and deeply personal theatrical one-woman show that explores her journey to embracing authenticity and finding her true voice. Known for her roles on Food Network’s Harry Potter: Wizards of Baking, Summer, Holiday & Halloween Baking Championships, Max’s Chasing Flavors, ABC’s The Chew, and Bravo’s Top Chef and Top Chef: All Stars, Carla invites audiences on a hilarious, emotional, and inspiring ride through her life — from her Tennessee roots and Howard University days to modeling in Paris and navigating the pressures of Black excellence, sexism, and self-discovery. Through laughter, honesty, and heartfelt storytelling, Carla shares how she learned to “work her quirk” and step fully into her power, leaving audiences inspired to embrace the beauty of being unapologetically themselves. Click HERE for more information.

DC Jazz Festival and National Landing BID bring the sounds of summer back to Metropolitan Park with the return of Jazz @ Met — a free outdoor concert series happening select Thursdays from 5–7PM. Guests can enjoy live performances ranging from Go-Go and New Orleans jazz to Brazilian and acoustic jazz, plus art activities curated by MOCA Arlington artists, treats from Toby’s Ice Cream, free samples from Mocktail Club, and more. Concert dates include May 21, June 4, and June 18, making it the perfect way to unwind with music, food, and community in the heart of Met Park. Click HERE for more information.

Voltaggio Brothers Steak House will welcome Chef Tobias Dorzon for its next “House Guest” dinner. Chef Dorzon joins fellow Tournament of Champions stars, the Voltaggio Brothers, for an unforgettable evening featuring a sumptuous four-course menu, meet and greets and more. The four-course dinner menu is $150 per person plus gratuity and tax (+$45/per person for optional wine pairing). You will be able to mingle with the chefs and hear their inspiration behind each dish as well as partake in an exclusive meet-and-greet following the meal.

Neighborhood Restaurant Group is bringing back its multicity craft beer scavenger hunt with KEG HUNT 2026, running Thursday, June 4 - Sunday, June 7 at participating locations including Bluejacket, ChurchKey, Evening Star Cafe, Josephine, Rustico, Shelter, The Sovereign, and Vermilion. Beer lovers are invited to visit up to eight locations, uncover secret beers, and compete for prizes ranging from limited-edition Keg Hunt hats to VIP Snallygaster tickets, exclusive memberships, and special food and beer experiences. You can pick up official scorecards at any participating restaurant, earn bonus points by solving tougher beer clues, and turn in completed cards at ChurchKey or Rustico by June 7 for a chance to win big. Register HERE.

National Harbor will celebrate the 151st running of the Preakness Stakes on Saturday, May 16, with a waterfront watch party at the jumbo screen located at 150 National Plaza in National Harbor. Guests can gather beginning at 5:30 p.m. to watch the race, with post time expected around 6:50 p.m., before continuing the evening with National Harbor’s popular Salute the Sunset Concert starting at 7:15 p.m.

Celebrate Pride from 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. at the Takoma Pride Parade and Street Fair. This is a family-friendly event that celebrates the LGBTQ community. 

Celebrate National Rosé Day at Era Wine Bar. Savor unlimited bites and rosé by the glass from around the world.