Beloved Filipino restaurant Purple Patch will host its annual Filipino American History Month Celebration on Sunday, October 19th, from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. This year’s celebration honors heritage and community while raising funds for victims of the recent earthquake in the Philippines — and will also celebrate the release of the first issue of Filipino Town Magazine, which features Chef/Owner Patrice Cleary among its inaugural profiles highlighting Filipino American changemakers.The evening will include live music provided by local Filipino-American band Crashed Chords and DJ Marlan, performances by the Hung Ci Lion Dance Troupe and tinikling dancers from the GW Philippine Cultural Society, a meet-and-greet with Katie Wadman, Miss America’s Miss DC 2025, and, of course, karaoke.A portion of proceeds from the evening will be donated to World Central Kitchen to support its ongoing earthquake relief efforts in Cebu and surrounding areas.Guests can enjoy a full program of cultural performances and entertainment throughout the evening. Admission is free, and all are welcome; reservations are encouraged but not required. Reserve a place HERE.

Culinary artistry meets the spirited world of rum when Cuban-born, Miami-bred rum ambassador Gio Gutierrez joins Devin Felli and the team for a special Bresca x Havana Club collab. With over a decade of experience, and bringing premium rums to life, Gutierrez is known for crafting unforgettable experiences that blend culture and hospitality. Enjoy an exclusive tasting menu with a journey through flavor and heritage, book here.

Test This intimate dinner, created in partnership between Two-MICHELIN-starred Jônt and United Somm Foundation, will showcase extraordinary culinary artistry alongside rare selections from the Maze Row Wine Merchant and Louis Roederer Cristal Champagne portfolios. Support of this evening directly fuels USF’s mission: providing critical aid to wine professionals in times of personal or professional crisis. Over just five years, the Foundation has proudly awarded over $1.5 million in grants to more than 3,000 individuals, with 98% of funds going directly to recipients. Guests can reserve via this link.

On Sunday, October 26th, renowned whiskey expert and collector Bill Thomas, along with his award-winning Washington, DC whiskey mecca Jack Rose Dining Saloon, will once again host their very own whiskey festival: the 6th Annual “Premier Drams” – a “celebration of cask-strength, new and rare.” Self-described as “not your typical whisk(e)y festival,” this day-long tasting features 25+ curated stations of unique bourbons, ryes, scotches and international whiskeys, plus blind tastings, craft cocktails, distiller meet-and-greets and more from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.Tickets cost $193.65 per person, which includes tastings at each whiskey station, plus craft cocktails, hors d’oeuvres and more. Tickets available HERE.And guests can pre-game the big festival the night before, with a “Premier Drams Kickoff” party on Saturday, October 25th from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. For $65.68 per person, enjoy a “Best Of" tasting of Jack Rose single barrels. Kickoff tickets can be purchased HERE. 

Help the Jônt team solve a murder on Halloween Night. This high-stakes evening in the bustling Two Michelin-starred restaurant will be the scene of a crime where an integral culinary member is found “murdered.” Dubbed MURDER at the MASQUERADE, you are invited to solve the mystery while enjoying a multi-course meal ($545 per person, Wine Pairings Included 5:15pm | 8:45pm) at the Chef's counter. You can reserve via OpenTable.

Celebrate Halloween in true cult-classic fashion as Copper Fox Distillery hosts a special screening of “The Rocky Horror Picture Show” from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. at its Williamsburg location. Guests are invited to “give themselves over to absolute whisky pleasure” with themed cocktails and the perfect dose of mischief and mayhem. Expect a spirited night filled with dancing, costumes, and a dash of Transylvanian delight. Click here for more info.

The Fall Edition of the beloved DC Wine Fest returns to Dock5 at Union Market with unlimited samples of over 100 delicious wines on hand for guests.The event is spread out over three separate sessions, with entertainment from DJ Ayton to keep the vibes up. Food will be available for purchase from Corky's Crab Cakes. Tickets range in price between $44.00 and $68.00. For more information on timing and to purchase tickets, click HERE.

This Halloween, Apéro invites you to “A Feast from the Shadows,” a hauntingly elegant dinner inspired by the dark romanticism of Edgar Allan Poe. You will step into an atmosphere of flickering candlelight and gothic intrigue for a 4-course tasting menu that channels the mystery and melancholy of Poe’s tales. Optional wine and cocktail pairings enhance the immersive experience. Costumes are encouraged, and reservations are essential for this eerie and unforgettable celebration. Click here for more info.

Step into a night of 1920s intrigue at 1310 Kitchen & Bar’s “Death of a Gangster” Murder Mystery Dinner starting at 7:00 p.m. You will become part of the story, solving clues, uncovering secrets, and dining on an Italian Family Style Mob Dinner with dishes like meatballs with ricotta and grilled bronzini with chimichurri. Costumes are encouraged, tickets are $85 per person, and beverages are available for purchase.

Motorkat is hosting tasting dinners! “Passport Series,” the first installment will be at the end of this month, is called "Tales From Chiba". This dinner will feature a four-course meal including pairings of sake from the Chiba Prefecture, Japan, taking place on one night only, Saturday October 25th with reservations starting at 5:00 p.m. The Motorkat team, including Executive Chef Danny Wells and Wine Director Marshall McGlone, have worked together to create a tasting experience that will be both exploratory and educational, designed to deepen the appreciation of sake and highlight the way it elevates each course.This expereince costs $120.00 per person. Reservations are required, reserve a spot HERE.