The M&T Bank Exchange will host the Rocky Horror Picture Show 50th Anniversary Spectacular Tour this fall, offering fans an immersive celebration of the cult classic. Audiences can enjoy the unedited film accompanied by a live shadow cast, participate with prop bags included in every ticket, and explore a memorabilia display featuring authentic movie artifacts. The event also features a lively costume contest and encourages full audience participation, including the iconic time warp. Tickets start at $37, with showtimes on October 24 at 7:00 p.m. and 11:00 p.m., and October 26 at 2:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. Click HERE to grab your tickets.

On September 24th from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., James Beard Award nominee Chef Angel Barreto will wow diners with an inventive menu, accompanied by paired beverages. Funds raised from a raffle will be used to combat food insecurity in our community.Tickets are $129.89, available HERE. 

The Takoma Park Street Festival returns for its 44th year of music, vendors, food and fun in Takoma Park!On October 5th from 11:00 a.m. till 5:00 p.m., enjoy exploring 200 vendor booths and dancing in the streets to live music! Takoma’s unique shops and restaurants are all open and welcoming visitors.  More information available HERE.

On September 13th from noon to 3:00 p.m., Boxwood Estate Winery will transform into a haven for oyster aficionados & wine enthusiasts alike. Catered by the nearby King Street Oyster Bar, come out and indulge!Set amidst Boxwood's lush vineyard, enjoy live music by Rook Richards all afternoon. Tickets are $149.48, with under-14 tickets available for $25.82. Buy your tickets HERE.

In the words of Taylor Swift, "Ladies always rise above"—a mantra perfectly embodied by Chef Jenn Crovato of 1310 Kitchen & Bar. As one of the leading ladies in Washington D.C.'s vibrant restaurant scene, Crovato is a dedicated Swiftie! With the highly anticipated release of Swift's new album, "The Life of A Showgirl," dropping on Friday, October 3rd, Chef Crovato is "swiftly" inviting fans to an unforgettable Album Release Party - mark your calendars for Friday, October 3rd,  from 9:00 to 11:59 p.m., with tickets priced at just $35.00.Come dressed as Taylor Swift for the Costume Contest and the chance to win the Swiftie Survival Kit, a bottle of wine and Jenn’s Homemade signature Chicken Pot Pie - the ultimate post-party comfort food. Decorate mini pop-tarts (Taylor’s favorite) at the “Bake It Off Station” or get into Friendship Bracelet Making at the crafts corner! Indulge in Lucky 13 Specials with cocktails and appetizers inspired by the singer’s favorite savory snacks, sips, and sweets for just $13.00. Tickets available HERE.

Join the Embassy of France for a signature evening of tradition, diplomacy, and community. Expect an elegant ambiance, meaningful connections, and that unmistakable French flair that makes this night unforgettable. And yes… one lucky guest will win round-trip tickets to Paris! This garden party will take place on September 20th from 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. This is more than an event—it is la rentrée in full swing: a moment to embrace renewal, honor new beginnings, and raise a glass in true French style.Tickets start at $118.25, available HERE.

Join Hank's Old Town Alexandria on Saturday, October 18th from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.! Ticket price includes All-You-Can-Eat Oysters on the Half Shell, BBQ Oysters, Fried Oyster Sliders, Fried Chicken Sliders, Short Rib Sliders, Old Bay French Fries, Coleslaw, and our Mac n Cheesy!The Hank's bar team will be on hand with All-You-Can-Drink local craft beers, red, white, and rosé wines, plus and a few boozy OysterFest punches! All with a DJ spinning tunes and the chance to win awesome raffle prizes.Event is rain or shine and will be held on the rooftop and second floor event spaces. Tickets are $100.00, plus tax and a small Tock service fee. Reserve a spot HERE.

Join Hank's Oyster Bar Dupont Circle on Saturday, September 20th from noon to 3:00 p.m. for OYSTERFEST! Ticket price includes All-You-Can-Eat Oysters on the Half Shell, BBQ Oysters, Fried Oyster Sliders, Fried Chicken Sliders, Short Rib Sliders, Old Bay French Fries, Coleslaw, and Hank's classic Mac 'n Cheesy!The Hank's bar team will be on hand with All-You-Can-Drink local craft beers, red, white, and rosé wines, plus and a few boozy OysterFest punches!Event is rain or shine and will be held at Q Street: our outdoor patio and adjacent indoor bar areas. Tickets are $100.00, plus tax and a small Tock service fee. Reserve tickets HERE. 

Join Patrick Mata of Olé & Obregado at Del Mar on September 23rd as he guides a wine tour of Spain! Starting at 6:30 p.m., enjoy unique experiences and explore the winemaking process firsthand.This is not your average stuffy wine dinner! Come sip, savor, & snack while being transported to one of the most beautiful places on earth - SPAIN!This event costs $195 per person plus tax and gratuity. Reserve a spot HERE.

The 49th Annual Falls Church Festival returns Saturday, September 13th, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on City Hall grounds. Find all your favorites, from live music and entertainment to pony rides and other children's rides and inflatables. Enjoy over 85 local vendors, businesses, and civic organizations, as well as a beer garden and the Taste of Falls Church! This event is rain or shine.Admission to the festival is free, but amusement rides, food, and beer require the purchase of one or more tickets. Get tickets HERE.