The Sovereign joins beer lovers worldwide on April 25 for Cantillon Zwanze Day, featuring rare lambics, bottles, and exclusive pours. Doors open at 10:00 a.m., with the highly anticipated Zwanze beers tapped at 3:00 p.m. for a synchronized global toast—plus additional Cantillon drafts, retail, and limited merch available throughout the day; thesovereigndc.com

Bar Betsie is teaming up with Beans & Bánh Mì for a Sunday pop-up series on April 12, 19, and 26. Expect signature bánh mì sandwiches alongside playful cocktails like a Cà Phê Martini and pandan-infused Summer Tea; www.barbetsiedc.com

Mess Hall’s New Kitchens on the Block returns April 25 with a one-day food festival showcasing nine of D.C.’s most anticipated upcoming restaurants before they open. Guests can sample dishes and meet chefs behind concepts from names like Fabio Trabocchi, the Cava team, and Clyde’s Restaurant Group, with participants including Alfie’s, Maurizio’s, Ebbitt House, and more. The event runs in two sessions with tickets starting at $99.00; messhalldc.com

Join at Cork Cleveland Park for their collab with Weygandt, featuring Warren Leonard, National Sales Director of Weygandt-Metzler Importing. You can taste your favorite Weygandt wines, sip by the glass or take a bottle home.

Test The 2026 Bethesda Fine Arts Festival will be held May 9th from 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. & May 10th from 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. and will feature fine art created by 120 of the nation’s best artists, live entertainment and Bethesda restaurants.Located in Bethesda’s Woodmont Triangle, along Norfolk, Auburn & Del Ray Avenues. Admission to the festival is FREE and parking is available in the public parking garage on Auburn Avenue. For more information, click here.

The Lady Bird of Saint John, a production by A La Pluma Theater, runs from April 6–12th. Directed by Víctor Salinas and starring Cristina Sánchez and Ixchel, this intimate performance tells the story of two sisters reunited after years apart, each having taken very different paths to the United States.Set over the course of one evening in a Chicago apartment, the play explores themes of immigration, identity, and family as long-held tensions and hidden truths come to light. Through deeply personal storytelling, the production reflects on the emotional complexities of separation, sacrifice, and the pursuit of a better life.More info here.

Join Casa Teresa on at 5:00 p.m. for its monthly Sherry Social, featuring a special tasting of Lustau wines. Led by guest sommelier and Sherry Ambassador Chantal Tseng, alongside Chris McCririe of Elite Wines, this engaging evening explores the world of Sherry in a relaxed, welcoming setting.Guests will enjoy a curated lineup of Sherries from acclaimed producer Lustau, paired with Chef Ruben Garcia’s classic Spanish tapas, including select dishes debuting exclusively for the event. Designed for both newcomers and seasoned enthusiasts, the experience blends education, flavor, and community over thoughtfully paired bites and pours.More info here.

Press Club DC partners with New York’s The Ned NoMad for a one-night-only cocktail pop-up from 8:00 PM - 11:00 p.m. The evening features Tristan Brunel, Head of Bars at The Ned NoMad, bringing his signature style and creativity behind the bar.Guests can enjoy a curated five-drink menu inspired by Little Ned, the intimate cocktail bar known for its craft drinks and refined atmosphere. Highlights include inventive cocktails like the Valentino with Patrón Blanco and raspberry brandy, the Black Watch with bourbon and brown butter, and the Concrete Jungle with rum, banana, and coffee notes, alongside a non-alcoholic option, Midnight Rambler.

The 5th Annual Crossroads Community Food Fair from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM at Laurel Avenue Streetery in Takoma Park. This lively outdoor event brings together over 15 local food and beverage entrepreneurs for a vibrant celebration of community and culture.Guests can sample a wide variety of offerings while supporting small businesses, many of which are Black, Brown, immigrant, and women-owned. The event highlights the diversity and creativity of the local food scene, making it both a delicious and meaningful way to connect with the community.

Celebrate the Opening Day of Crossroads Farmers Market on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, as the beloved community market kicks off its 20th season. For two decades, the market has served as a vital hub for fresh food, local entrepreneurship, and community connection in the Takoma/Langley Crossroads neighborhood.Guests are invited to shop for fresh produce, support local vendors, and take part in a meaningful celebration of food access and community resilience. The market highlights a diverse group of food and beverage entrepreneurs, many of whom are Black, Brown, immigrant, and women-owned businesses, making it a vibrant and impactful local experience.