On Thursday, November 6, 2025, The Anthem will host an iconic evening in support of DC Central Kitchen. This annual fundraiser will feature a thrilling stage show spotlighting the rising stars of DC’s culinary scene, tastings from dozens of top restaurants across the region, and appearances by some of the biggest names in food. The **Battling Chefs** lineup includes Julie Cortes of Kayu, Dina Daniels of Fava Pot, Matthew Price of Fraiche, and Suresh Sundas of Daru & Tapori. Judging the competition will be an all-star panel of **Celebrity Judges**, including Amanda Freitag, Roy Yamaguchi, Eric Adjepong, Tommy McFly, Rocco DiSpirito, and Spike Mendelsohn. Tickets are now available for purchase. Click HERE to grab your tickets.

On Sunday, September 22nd, come to Vint Hill Winery for a Paint 'n Sip and learn to paint on a wine glass, your own scene of butterflies on lavender! This class will be led by Heather Connole, a self-taught Impressionist oil painter, with 18 years of experience. She is a member of the Baton Rouge and Manassas Art Guild.All supplies are included in your ticket price (paint, brushes, apron, etc.). Your wine glass is provided for you. Heather will help guide you to create your own image.Tickets will include a glass of wine. Additional wine will be available for purchase. Tickets start at $46.00. This event will be hosted in our Production Room at 1 p.m. Reserve a spot HERE. 

Join the community at North Bethesda’s premier fall festival – PIKEtoberfest – on Sunday, October 5, 2025, from 12–4 p.m. Celebrate the season Oktoberfest-style with live music and entertainment, a beer garden pouring local and craft brews, and a wide selection of eats and treats from neighborhood restaurants and retailers.Visitors can shop artisanal hand-crafted goods at the pop-up Maker’s Market, enjoy exciting games, and get creative with kid-friendly activities. A live band and DJ will perform throughout the afternoon, bringing festive energy to the celebration.Admission is free, parking is available on-site, and the event is dog-friendly. Alternative transportation is encouraged; Pike & Rose is located just one block from the North Bethesda Metro Station. 

Join the community at North Bethesda’s premier fall festival – PIKEtoberfest – on Sunday, October 5, 2025, from 12–4 p.m. Celebrate the season Oktoberfest-style with live music and entertainment, a beer garden pouring local and craft brews, and a wide selection of eats and treats from neighborhood restaurants and retailers.Visitors can shop artisanal hand-crafted goods at the pop-up Maker’s Market, enjoy exciting games, and get creative with kid-friendly activities. A live band and DJ will perform throughout the afternoon, bringing festive energy to the celebration.Admission is free, parking is available on-site, and the event is dog-friendly. Alternative transportation is encouraged; Pike & Rose is located just one block from the North Bethesda Metro Station. 

Union Market District, in partnership with Events DC, brings back Race the District from October 9–12, 2025, transforming the Market’s parking lot into a high-energy outdoor racetrack and festival experience.After a successful debut in 2024, this year’s edition expands with racing, live performances, food, and family-friendly activities. Drivers of all skill levels (minimum height 58”) can take on 15-minute go-kart races daily from 11 a.m.–9 p.m. Beyond the track, the weekend includes a festival atmosphere with entertainment, local food, and music.A major highlight of the weekend will be a live block party performance by electronic duo Louis The Child on Saturday, October 11, presented by Nü Androids. On Sunday, October 12, Songbyrd will mark its 10th anniversary with a free block party on 5th Street featuring live performances and community celebrations.New this year, F1 Arcade will join the event, offering signature food, cocktails by D.C.’s own LP O’Brien, and open sim racing experiences for karting ticket holders.Go-karting tickets and block party reservations will be available by mid-September. 

The Capital Jewish Museum invites guests to celebrate Oktoberfest after hours at CJM After Sunset: Late to the Party Oktoberfest on Thursday, October 16, 2025, from 6–9 p.m.The evening will feature curator spotlight talks about the first German Jews to arrive in Washington, DC, plus themed activities including stein decorating, trivia competitions, and dancing to klezmer favorites. Guests can sip German beers, enjoy a cash bar with snacks for purchase, and explore all current museum exhibitions.Tickets are $10 for Members, $15 General Admission, and $25 Chai level. Admission includes access to exhibitions and activities. Guests must be 21 or older and present a valid ID at the door.Tickets available here. 

Join Mallard for a special 4-course tasting menu alongside 3 beers, 2 cocktails, and 1 whiskey flight, all from the Trillium Brewing and Trillium Distilling companies. On this night, Trillium founder Jean-Claude Tetreault will guide you through an assortment of his beers and spirits. To purchase a ticket, click here.

Join Planet Wine for a casual seated beer class with NRG Beverage Director, Greg Engert. Over the course of 2 hours, Greg will discuss an array of German-style beers, including some popular seasonal festbiers. Tickets are $40 per guest and include: Seated beer class with NRG Beverage Director, Greg Engert, Tasting of eight (8) German beers, Small serving of artisanal cheese to accompany your tasting, Discounts on retail purchases of all beers tasted.To purchase a ticket, click here.

Join for a casual seated wine class where they will taste three different wine styles with a $100 example and a $200 example side by side with their Wine Director, Erin Dudley, at Josephine!Included with your ticket:Seated wine class with certified sommelier and Neighborhood Restaurant Group Wine Director, Erin Dudley CSWTasting of six fine French winesSmall serving of artisanal cheese and accoutrementsTo purchase a ticket, click here.

Join Bold Fork Books, Michelle King, and Eric Adjepong for an evening discussing Melissa's cookbook, COOK LIKE A KING at 7:00 p.m. To purchase a ticket, click here.