On Thursday, August 27, Gaylord National Resort invites whiskey enthusiasts to Legacy in the Barrel – The Sazerac Selection, an exclusive tasting experience hosted in Whiskey Revolution, the resort's new tasting room located in the atrium. Guests will enjoy an evening celebrating the craftsmanship and legacy of Sazerac through rare whiskeys, distinguished single-barrel selections, and bold flavors. The experience begins with a Corazón Blanton's Barrel Aged Tequila Old Fashioned, showcasing the influence of barrel aging across spirit categories before leading into an exceptional guided tasting. Tickets start at $91.35. Grab your tickets HERE.

Beer lovers won't want to miss ChurchKey's Hill Farmstead Extravaganza on Thursday, August 27, beginning at 4:00 p.m. Featuring 24 rare beers on draft and cask from the world-renowned Hill Farmstead Brewery, the event also includes a special appearance by Bob Montgomery. Guests can enjoy an exceptional lineup of super-fresh IPAs, cask-conditioned ales, oak-conditioned lagers, and barrel-aged beers from Hill Farmstead's cellar, all available à la carte with no admission fee. Founded in 2010 by Shaun Hill in Greensboro, Vermont, Hill Farmstead has earned international acclaim for its thoughtfully crafted beers that reflect generations of family heritage and a deep connection to place.

Chefs Gabe Erales and Kaelin Ulrich Trilling are joining forces for Discover Oaxaca, a 1-night-only, 5-course tasting experience on September 3, with seatings at 6:00 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. The menu will celebrate Oaxacan cuisine using ingredients sourced directly from the region, with each course showcasing scratch-made moles. Born and raised in Oaxaca, Trilling grew up immersed in his mother Susana Trilling’s Seasons of My Heart Cooking School and later served as Executive Chef of Thomas Keller’s La Calenda in Yountville before returning home to lead the family cooking school. Erales and Trilling first became friends while working together at Noma’s 2017 Tulum residency, bonding over a shared passion for Mexican cuisine and going on to travel and cook throughout Mexico together. The chefs will reunite in Oaxaca ahead of the Ometeo dinner to collaborate on the menu and bring their years of shared culinary experiences to the table; ometeotexmex.com

Sixty years of memories deserve one unforgettable celebration. Mr. Henry's, one of Capitol Hill's longest-standing neighborhood institutions, has announced its 60th Anniversary Gala, inviting generations of Washingtonians to celebrate six decades of history, music, food, and community. Held from 7:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m., the evening will feature a red-carpet welcome, signature cocktails, beer and wine, throwback hors d'oeuvres, live performances from three bands spanning the night, and plenty of opportunities to reconnect with friends while celebrating one of Washington's most iconic neighborhood gathering places. You are encouraged to dress in cocktail attire. Tickets for the 60th Anniversary Gala are available at MrHenrysDC.com.

Capital One Center’s second annual Celebration of the Arts is an outdoor, multi-block festival. Presented with Tephra Institute of Contemporary Art (Tephra ICA) and Capital One Arts, this curated experience transforms Capital One Center into an open-air celebration of visual art, music, food, and community.The festival invites you to engage with hands-on workshops, immersive art activations, a local artisan market, live performances, and culinary offerings from the region’s most exciting creators. Capital One Center is committed to celebrating the diversity of art in all forms and whether it's artmaking with regional artists, a live “Battle of the Artists” competition, the pop-up “Art Bark” for dogs and their humans, kid-friendly activations, or live music, there's something for every age and interest. 

Fairmont Washington, D.C., Georgetown is pleased to announce its 15th annual Sustainability Fair.  The event takes place from 11:30 am until 1:30 pm; the eco-event will be held in the hotel’s Colonnade Room. Highlights  include the sustainable initiatives of DC-based organizations as well as the hotel’s own environmental program. Fairmont’s Sustainability Fair is free and open to the public.  No reservations are required. You will be treated to tastes of honey from the hotel’s rooftop hives, and each guest will be entered to win great prizes.  Many of the participants bring complimentary samples and give-a-ways for attendees.  To register of this free event, please go to 15th Annual Sustainability Fair.

Join for one of the largest art shows in the region! A 55-year tradition, the Labor Day Art Show at Glen Echo Park includes artwork in a wide range of media, including sculpture, painting and drawing, ceramics, glass, jewelry, photography, textiles, furniture, and works on paper. The show is the centerpiece of the Park's Labor Day Weekend celebration. Over 500 artists from around the region, including Glen Echo Park Resident Artists, participate in the annual exhibition, and thousands of visitors are expected over the holiday weekend. Don't miss this amazing 3-day exhibition & art sale!

Join at Anthem Row this Labor Day Weekend for the 2026 DC Jazzfest! Enjoy a full lineup of musicians. For a full lineup, click here.

The 17th Annual DC State Fair will be at Anthem Row from 11:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m., featuring tons of local vendors and small businesses, amazing food options, performances, education demos, pie eating and flower arranging contests, and more!

Join Barbouzard from 7:30 - 10:00 p.m. for a Tour de France Wine Dinner featuring 5-courses. You will experience an unforgettable culinary journey through France as acclaimed Promex Wines owner Franck Agostini and Chef Cédric present an immersive Tour de France Wine Dinner. Tickets cost $230 per person. To purchase a ticket and view the full menu, click here.