The Old Town Boutique Community is bringing back one of Alexandria's favorite summer traditions with the annual Alexandria Sidewalk Sale for its 17th year. During the two-day event, more than 30 independent boutiques throughout Historic Old Town Alexandria will bring their best summer merchandise outdoors, offering shoppers the season's biggest discounts on fashion, accessories, home décor, books, gifts, children's items, and more. Set among the neighborhood's historic brick-lined streets just minutes from Washington, D.C., the open-air shopping event invites visitors to explore locally owned businesses, discover one-of-a-kind finds, and enjoy special promotions while supporting Alexandria's vibrant small business community.

The 13th Annual Georgetown Shuck It! Beer & Oyster Festival returns to Tony & Joe's on Saturday, October 17, 2026, from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m., bringing together fresh oysters, local craft beverages, and live entertainment along the Georgetown waterfront. Guests ages 21 and older can enjoy freshly shucked and grilled oysters from local suppliers, locally brewed beers, regional wines, traditional BBQ favorites, and live music throughout the afternoon. Tickets are $82.50 and a valid ID is required for entry. Click HERE to grab your tickets.

From 6:00 - 8:00 p.m., migrate between the bars upstairs and downstairs at Cork 14th Street to taste a lineup of 10 chilled reds! Explore new grapes, regions, and styles as we guide you through these delicious brisk reds! Tickets cost $25 per person. Purchase here!

Celebrate Chinese Valentine's Day at Yume Sushi and Kyojin with a special four-course prix fixe menu for $99 per person. Includes a complimentary glass of Champagne or a non-alcoholic hibiscus bubble. Dishes include a  Be-Leaf Salad or Seared Tuna Tataki, Miyabi Roll or Supreme Lobster Roll, Five-Piece Premium Nigiri Selection and Ice Cream to finish! Book via Open Table.

Cici Yang and the KYOJIN team welcome guests for Disco Dragon vs. Dancing Samurai collab, as Chef Saran “Peter” Kannasute welcomes Chef Timothy Yu and the Canton Disco team for a one-night only collaboration. Enjoy a special à la carte cocktail and a la carte dining pairing experience. Reservations here.

The Boro invites you to celebrate the start of the school year at the Back to School Boro Bash. Boro Park will become an outdoor movie destination featuring a screening of School of Rock alongside creative activities, sweet treats and opportunities to give back to local students through a school supply drive benefiting Share of McLean. The festivities will begin at 7:00 p.m. with a live DJ and activities for all ages before the movie begins at 7:45 p.m.

Marcus DC welcomes Chefs David and Tonya Thomas of Baltimore’s H3irloom Food Group for a one-night-only collaborative dinner alongside Executive Chef Anthony Jones at 6:00 p.m. Together, the chefs will present a four-course menu celebrating the flavors, traditions, and stories of the Chesapeake Bay told through Black culinary traditions. Tickets cost $125 per person. Reservations available via OpenTable.

As part of its America 250 celebration and its commitment to giving back, National Harbor  will host Taste America at the Harbor from 2:00 - 5:00 p.m. More than 10 participating restaurants and retailers will offer complimentary samples to anyone who presents a donation receipt of $5 or more to the Alzheimer’s Association. For additional information about participating locations, visit www.nationalharbor.com/blog/taste-of-america-at-the-harbor/.

The Wildset Hotel in St. Michaels is hosting an author discussion for the newly-published Eaterland cookbook from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. The Maryland chapter of the book spotlights two very local dishes — Chef Michael Correll's She-Crab Soup from Ruse (written up by Tim Ebner, food and travel writer for The Washington Post, Eater, and Bon Appétit), and Smith Island Cake from Amanda Cook-Pilkerton of nearby Tilghman Island Baking Co. Both will be in conversation with Missy Frederick, Eater's Editorial Director, at the event. It's held in The Milk Truck Garage at The Wildset Hotel, with light bites from Ruse, cocktails available for purchase, and a copy of the cookbook included for every guest. Event details can be found here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/eaterland-cookbook-an-author-discussion-tickets-1994418321889

Join Pupatella Mosaic for their event with Washington Spirit. The celebration will include: Meet & greet with Washington Spirit players, Games and giveaways, Pizza specials, and Exclusive partnership launch festivities; RSVP!