On Saturday, September 5, Rebec Vineyards invites guests to spend the day in the shade of the Virginia woods at its annual festival from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. Enjoy unlimited live entertainment from the Pete Turpin Band (12–2 p.m.), 501 Coyotes (2–4 p.m.), and The Gabe Van Band (4–6 p.m.), while sampling wines, ciders, and meads from a variety of visiting producers with a wine tasting ticket. Guests can also browse local artisan vendors, enjoy delicious food from a lineup of food vendors, and take in the relaxed vineyard atmosphere. Admission is $12–$25, with free entry for children 12 and under, making it a fun-filled outing for the whole family. Guests who enjoy this event can also look forward to the winery's popular Virginia Wine & Garlic Festival, featuring more than 100 vendors, four stages of live music, and tastings from over a dozen wineries. Click HERE to grab your tickets.

On Saturday, September 5, Atlas Brew Works is bringing the excitement of dueling pianos to its Atlas Bridge District Brewery & Tap Room with a lively, all-request performance from talented pianists Melia Farrelly and Adam Seligson. From 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., guests can enjoy an energetic evening filled with crowd favorites, sing-alongs, and interactive entertainment in a fun, family-friendly atmosphere. The event is free and open to the public, with parking validation available, making it the perfect way to spend a Saturday evening in the Bridge District.

Chef Rochelle Cooper is bringing back a Capitol Hill favorite with the relaunch of Lucky Plum Ice Cream Shoppe, celebrating the occasion with a one-day pop-up at La Collina on Saturday, August 29, beginning at 11 a.m. until sold out. Guests can enjoy $4 scoops of a variety of handcrafted flavors before choosing from Lucky Plum's signature 26-ounce Pint+, offering 10 ounces more than a traditional pint. Originally launched during the pandemic as a creative way to transform excess kitchen ingredients into house-made ice cream, Lucky Plum quickly gained a loyal following. Today, the reimagined brand continues its commitment to premium ingredients and a uniquely smooth, light texture, crafted without eggs, heavy cream, soy, or gelatin using a specialized hot-process method. Following the pop-up, Lucky Plum Pint+ flavors will be available for purchase at The Duck & The Peach, La Collina, and through online ordering.

Grab a cup of coffee from 12:00 - 2:00 p.m. and join the “Crafts & Coffee Series” this fall for events including a Junk Tote Bag Workshop, a Fall-Themed Paint & Sip, and even a Trinket Tray & Coaster Workshop. Register via Eventbrite.

From 1:00 - 5:00 p.m., say "cheers!" to autumn with the third annual showcase of local vineyards and breweries in Water Park, alongside festival merch, live music, lawn games, a photobooth, and more. Reserve your spot ahead of time and you'll receive a complimentary ticket at the door. Register via Eventbrite.

Atlas Navy Yard: Celebrate Oktoberfest at Atlas Navy Yard on Thursday, September 10, with $5 Festbier pints and $9.99 Festbier six-packs offered all day. All beer pints will be offered for just $6 from 5:00 - 8:00 p.m., and you are invited to enjoy live music from an Oompah band from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. Limited-edition Festbier steins will be available for purchase. Atlas Alexandria: Celebrate Oktoberfest at Atlas Alexandria on Friday, September 11, with $5 Festbier pints and $9.99 Festbier six-packs offered until 9:00 p.m. All Atlas beer pints will be offered for just $6 from 5:00 - 8:00 p.m., and you are invited to enjoy live music from an Oompah band from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. Limited-edition Festbier steins will be available for purchase.Atlas Bridge District: Celebrate Oktoberfest at Atlas Bridge District on Saturday, September 12, with $5 Festbier pints and $9.99 Festbier six-packs offered all day. All beer pints will be offered for just $6 from 3:00 - 6:00 p.m., and you are invited to enjoy live music from an Oompah band from 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. Pair the festive beer with a special Oktoberfest menu of brats, sauerkraut, and giant pretzels.

From 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. in honor of National Yoga Month, The Stacks DC is hosting Yoga at The Stacks with Balance Gym. This free, all-levels, outdoor yoga class is open to the public. Just bring a mat!

Join Tremolo Bar at 6:30 p.m. for a wine dinner with Damilano Barolo. You will begin the evening with a glass of Danilo wine and move into an evening of red wines highlighting 3 Barolo from the Damilano family. To purchase a ticket, click here.We will begin the evening with a refreshing glass of Damilano Langhe Arneis 2024 and move into an evening of red wines highlighting three Barolo from the Damilano familyVitello Tonnato

Voltaggio Brothers Steak House will welcome Chef Olivia Tiedemann for its next “House Guest” dinner. Chef Tiedemann, author of the new cookbook Eat (Like) the Rich, will collaborate with longtime friends Michael and Bryan Voltaggio to craft an innovative, five-course menu inspired by her cookbook, blending their technique, showmanship and unforgettable flavors.You will witness the chefs at work and hear firsthand their inspiration behind each dish. Signed copies of Chef Tiedemann’s cookbook will also be available for you as a keepsake from the event.The five-course dinner menu is $225 per person, plus tax and gratuity, with an optional wine pairing available for an additional $55 per person. To make a reservation, click here.

Celebrate Labor Day with an early start to the holiday at Alexandria Bier Garden, opening early for a special Labor Day brunch from 12:00 - 3:00 p.m.