DC's First Independent Sportsbook Now Open in Adams Morgan
Ribbon cutting for Grand Central's sportsbookKate Michael. Thwarted by the fact that betting is cash only, Director of the DC Department of Small and Local Development Kristi Whitfield almost opened Grand Central's sports betting with a wager on college football, specifically the team on which her nephew plays. Instead, she made a promise to return to win -- or lose -- money and support the popular Adams Morgan sports bar that became DC's first independent sportsbook.
Read full storyDîner en Blanc DC: All-White Pop-Up Picnic Takes Over Pennsylvania Ave.
It has been some time since Washington has seen a heavily coordinated, non-political event at the base of the U.S. Capitol, and the revelers were ready for it -- though to be fair, they didn't exactly know that's where they were headed.
Read full storyArena Stage To Achieve Largest-Ever Audience with FREE Ballpark Simulcast
Toni Stone simulcasts on Sunday, September 26 at 7:30 p.m.Courtesy: Arena Stage. Much like the Washington National Opera is presenting Opera in the Outfield in late August, Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater is partnering with Nationals Park to host a free live simulcast of the Roundabout Theatre Company’s production of Toni Stone on Sunday, September 26 at 7:30 p.m.
Read full storyDC Rooftop Hotel Pools Open with Public Day Passes 2021
On a "normal" year, this list would be longer but it's still pretty impressive that DC locals can take advantage of two hotel rooftop pools to soak in the sun and pretend to be on vacation far, far away... without ever leaving their own city.
Read full storyFree Opera Broadcast at Nationals Park on August 28th
It has been three years since fans have been allowed to lounge in the outfield at Nationals Ballpark and watch an opera broadcast, but Opera in the Outfield® is back with Rossini’s charming take on the classic rags-to-riches story, Cinderella.
Read full storyImmersive Van Gogh Exhibit Now Open in DC
Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience now open in DCKate Michael. The experiential digital Van Gogh exhibit that has been overwhelming your social media feed has finally made its way to Washington, and if the lines at opening day are any indication, you're going to need to make your plans to Gogh ASAP.
Read full storyIconic Bombay Club Reopens After Complete Renovation
While he has a veritable portfolio of places now, restaurateur Ashok Bajaj’s very first Washington restaurant, The Bombay Club, is iconic. Always impressive, The Bombay Club opened in 1988, as Washington’s first sophisticated Indian restaurant, and has consistently received accolades from critics and everyday diners alike.
Read full storyThree Top Places to Celebrate Peruvian Independence Day in DC
Known as 'Fiestas Patrias', the Peruvian Independence holiday is celebrated on July 28th and usually lasts for a full two days. Folk music, patriotic parades and processionals, costumes, and merriment are to be expected, as is a festival of food!
Read full storyInaugural 1874 Cup Rugby Match Sets Eagles v. New Zealand All Blacks in DC
EventsDC's Greg O'Dell catches a rugby ball during a press conference announcing the inaugural 1874 CupKate Michael. The most successful rugby team on the planet is coming to play in DC.
Read full storyFree 'Come From Away' Performance To Honor 20th 9/11 Anniversary
Free Performance will take place on the steps of the Lincoln MemorialKate Michael. Ford’s Theatre Society will be presenting a one-night concert version of the Tony-nominated musical Come From Away on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial on the eve of the 20th anniversary of September 11th this year.
Read full story'Dîner en Blanc' White Picnic Party Returns to DC in August
DC's favorite white party is back. Le Dîner en Blanc returns to an as-yet-undisclosed location on August 21, 2021. The long-standing French picnic tradition started with a group of friends directed to wear white so they would stand out in a crowd. Now, thirty-three years later, Dîner en Blanc is an event that stands out from the rest not only because attendees show up in all-white attire with all-white accoutrements, but also because its festivities are exciting, elegant, and elaborate.
Read full storyLibrary of Congress Welcomes Visitors Back to Thomas Jefferson Building
Starting July 15, 2021, the Library of Congress Jefferson Building will reopen to visitors with free limited times and ticketed entry on Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm.
Read full storyPlnt Burger Parks in Georgetown's Sandlot, Debuts Plant-Based Fish Sandwich
Plnt Burger's new mobile kitchen trailer debuts in Georgetown's Sandlot pop-up this summer. But this additional location isn't all that's new!. The plant-based fast-casual food brand also has a new 'Save the Bay' faux fish sandwich, a mushroom that "mistakes" for fried chicken, and a refreshing new non-milkshake of the month.
Read full storydLeña ROJA, a Drinks Den for Mezcal and More, in Mt Vernon
After the recent opening of dLeña (476 K Street) -- Richard Sandoval's sexy, smokey wood fire Mexican cocina and mezcaleria in Mount Vernon Triangle that opened in May -- the chef hinted that a drinks den was on tap for down below. Well, now that lounge is officially open. And if guests thought dLeña was lit... dLeña ROJA is so sensual it's smouldering.
Read full story52nd CitiOpen Tennis Tournament July 31 - Aug 8
CitiOpen Tennis TournamentCitiOpen Tennis Tournament. DC's favorite pro-tennis tournament is back, and it's bringing Nick and Coco back this summer, too. 2019 Citi Open men’s singles champion Nick Kyrgios and American teen sensation/2019 Citi Open women’s doubles champion Coco Gauff will headline the 2021 Citi Open in Rock Creek Park when it returns this August.
Read full storySwingers Indoor Minigolf Bar Opens in Dupont
Swingers Indoor Minigolf in DupontMichael Woestehoff. In London, they call it crazy golf, and the concept is just crazy enough to be taking off, especially in DC's post-pandemic Instagram-fueled activity frenzy. And since everyone is looking for cool activities on nights out now, you won't want to miss out on an entertainment concept that is prime for social media snaps!
Read full storyFitzgerald's Now Open in Georgetown Next to 1789 Restaurant
As we enter the Roaring 20's 2.0, is there any place more appropriate to gather than Fitzy's? That's right, Georgetown's legendary bar from the age of "champagne, cocaine, and disco" in the 70s and 80s -- F. Scott's -- is back and reimagined as its savvy sporty older brother, Fitzgerald's, now open in Georgetown next to the neighborhood's famed 1789 Restaurant.
Read full storyWHINO, a Restaurant/Art Gallery Opens in Ballston Quarter
Bring your appetite for art when dining and drinking at the new Whino in Ballston Quarter. This new -- and massive -- 6,200 square foot restaurant/loft-style art gallery is located on the second floor of the mall space at 4238 Wilson Boulevard in Arlington (with no exterior Wilson Blvd access). The space is actually divided into six distinct areas, including a 25-seat open kitchen bar; a 51-foot craft cocktail bar, and a beverage tasting bar, that can accommodate 11 guests for tastings. Large mural works of art provide each area with its own distinct character.
Read full storyPetworth's Hook Hall Transformed Into Desert Oasis for Summer Fun
From ski chalet to Caribbean tropics — and most recently bursting with blush for the cherry blossoms — DC has enjoyed Park View/Petworth’s Hook Hall in a variety of themes since the once-iconic Peoples’ Drugstore was reimagined into a 13,500 square-foot multi-purpose venue in mid-2019.
Read full storyFairmont Hotel Washington Plans Royal Ascot Ladies Day
Whether you're a fan of horse and hound, looking to flex like My Fair Lady, or simply want a fascinat(or)ing time out of the house, you won't want to miss this Friday's Royal Ascot Ladies Day at the Fairmont Washington D.C., Georgetown (2401 M Street Northwest).
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