Bethesda Urban Partnership invites dog lovers and their four-legged friends to enjoy the return of Yappy Hour & Pop-Up Dog Park in downtown Bethesda. Taking place at its new 2026 location, The Metropolitan Plaza (4805 Edgemoor Lane), this free community event offers a fun-filled evening of live music, delicious food, beer and wine from local Bethesda restaurants, and plenty of space for pups to play and socialize. Guests can join the festivities on October 8 from 5–7 p.m. Yappy Hour is the perfect opportunity for pet owners and their furry companions to enjoy a lively summer evening together in the heart of Bethesda. Click HERE for more information.

Bethesda Urban Partnership invites dog lovers and their four-legged friends to enjoy the return of Yappy Hour & Pop-Up Dog Park in downtown Bethesda. Taking place at its new 2026 location, The Metropolitan Plaza (4805 Edgemoor Lane), this free community event offers a fun-filled evening of live music, delicious food, beer and wine from local Bethesda restaurants, and plenty of space for pups to play and socialize. Guests can join the festivities on September 17 from 6–8 p.m., and October 8 from 5–7 p.m. Yappy Hour is the perfect opportunity for pet owners and their furry companions to enjoy a lively summer evening together in the heart of Bethesda. Click HERE for more information.

Bethesda Urban Partnership invites dog lovers and their four-legged friends to enjoy the return of Yappy Hour & Pop-Up Dog Park in downtown Bethesda. Taking place at its new 2026 location, The Metropolitan Plaza (4805 Edgemoor Lane), this free community event offers a fun-filled evening of live music, delicious food, beer and wine from local Bethesda restaurants, and plenty of space for pups to play and socialize. Guests can join the festivities on July 9 and September 17 from 6–8 p.m., and October 8 from 5–7 p.m. Yappy Hour is the perfect opportunity for pet owners and their furry companions to enjoy a lively summer evening together in the heart of Bethesda. Click HERE for more information.

The Duck & The Peach will host a special one-night-only Perkins-Harter Wine Dinner on June 25, 2026, celebrating the wines of acclaimed Oregon winemaker Shelby Perkins. Known for her biodynamically farmed, low-intervention wines and captivating storytelling, Perkins has quickly become one of the most exciting voices in the Willamette Valley wine community. Guests will enjoy a thoughtfully curated four-course dinner crafted by Chef Kat Petonito, with each course designed to complement and elevate the featured wines. The evening will also showcase a seasonal take on the restaurant’s signature rotisserie duck, creating a memorable experience where exceptional food, wine, and storytelling come together for an unforgettable night. Click HERE to make your reservation.

Chef Christian Irabién and beverage director Lou Bernard are launching Humo y Maíz, a new biweekly Monday night series celebrating agave spirits, Mexican street food, and hospitality culture. Held every other Monday from 5:00 to 10:00 p.m., the experience features rotating mezcal cocktails, tasting flights, specialty food offerings, and guest producers. The events spotlight Mal Bien Mezcal, known for its transparent partnerships with traditional mezcal-making families across Mexico. Designed as a lively, community-focused gathering, Humo y Maíz aims to become a go-to destination for mezcal lovers and industry professionals alike; amparofondita.com

Get ready for three hours of Basque-style revelry on June 21 from 12:00 to 3:00 p.m. with unlimited pours of Txakolina, cider, porrón service, and plenty of pinchos. The lively afternoon celebration pairs Basque food and drink traditions with Latin music and a festive party atmosphere, making it one of the season’s most unique culinary events. Tickets are $60+, and guests can expect plenty of opportunities to sip, socialize, and even try their hand at a classic cider shotgun. Cheers to summer, Basque-style; popfizzdc.com

Union Market District and La Cosecha will present Tastes of Union Market District, a neighborhood-wide culinary experience. Taste of Union Market District is a free culinary experience showcasing the neighborhood's food, culture and creative energy. For one night only, you will enjoy curated bites and beverages throughout Union Market and La Cosecha on a self-guided tour presented in partnership with Off the Mall Walking Tours and led by local guide Katie Kirkpatrick. Free to attend. Reservation required here!

Join for an evening of celebration and conversation about Andre Darlington’s revised and expanded essential guide to handcrafted drinks at Bold Fork Books.

Join in welcoming celebrated Virginia winemaker and partner at Midland Wines - Ben Jordan for a Vermilion Parlour Takeover! To welcome him the right way, we will be pouring a selection of Midland Wines at your discretion for 2 hours! That's right, this is an all-you-can-safely-drink event! Your ticket gets unlimited pours of five Midland wines, a tasting guided by Ben Jordan, himself, and elevated snacks from their chef Tony Chittum.

America is turning 250 and where do we celebrate? Around the table, duh?! If there is one thing that tells the story of this country, it is food. The recipes our ancestors brought with them. The ingredients discovered. The traditions borrowed. Every bite tells a story.This month, the Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington is launching EAT250: America at the Table, a culinary celebration of America's 250th anniversary. Running June 14-28, EAT250 brings together more than 200 participating restaurants across the region to showcase the cultures, traditions, and stories that have shaped the American table. EAT250 highlights the role restaurants play in bringing people together and reflecting the diversity that defines both our region and our nation. Click here for all the info!