Throughout January, The Yards is hosting a month-long event series designed to inspire personal growth, spark new habits, and make New Year goals feel fun and achievable. Neighborhood retailers lead themed workshops ranging from fitness and nutrition to journaling and vision-boarding, and guests are encouraged to attend multiple sessions as each week brings new themes, faces, and opportunities to learn, connect, and grow. All classes are complimentary with RSVP and include special perks and in-store offers just for participants, with registration requiring a refundable $15 hold that is returned upon check-in. Highlights include a group run with Pacers on January 6, a giveaway pop-up at District Winery on January 15, a VIDA grocery tour on January 20, vision board making on January 21, heated yoga on January 22, planting and goal setting on January 28, and a bullet journaling workshop at Maman on January 29. Click HERE for more information.

Please join Port City Brewing Company on Sunday, January 25th from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. for a fun afternoon of beer, cheese & charcuterie! Port City Brewing and the DC Food and Beverage Collective are teaming up for our annual event at the longest operating brewery in metropolitan Washington, DC! Guests will learn about six different beers and cheeses that have been paired by the Port City team.Tickets include a grain to glass brewery tour and a souvenir glass in addition to the beer and cheese pairing. Seating is first come first serve. Tickets cost $40.00 for members and $50.00 for non-members. To reserve a spot, click HERE.

On January 17th, the Embassy of France invites guests to toast to 2026 with galettes de rois, or King Cakes, and wine & champagne. This French celebration marries tradition and modernity, with live music and classic French food. This event runs from 7:00 to 11:00 p.m. Tickets cost $128.82, available HERE.

On January 29th from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., join the French American Chamber of Commerce and the Greater Washington Hispanic Chamber of Commerce at The Ven at Embassy Row for an exclusive event bringing together the French and Hispanic communities in the Washington D.C. area.This gathering is designed to foster meaningful connections, build lasting professional relationships, and open doors to new opportunities for collaboration between these two vibrant communities. It’s the perfect setting to expand networks, exchange ideas, and share experiences with leaders and professionals across diverse industries.Each ticket, costing $28.52, includes one drink. Throughout the evening, there will also be surprises and special announcements that will make this experience both unique and memorable.To purchase a ticket, click HERE.

Piccolina is ringing in the New Year with an exclusive, ticketed NYE bash at CityCenterDC, taking over 963 Palmer Alley NW from 10:00 PM to 1:00 AM. Guests 21+ will enjoy a live DJ, all-you-can-eat Italian bites, an open bar with beer, wine, specialty cocktails, and festive prizes. General admission is $125, and parties of six or more can inquire at [email protected]. Click HERE to purchase your ticket.

The countdown is on, the bubbles are chilling, and we’re ready to shimmy into a shiny new year. 2025 had its triumphs, its twists, and—if we’re being honest—its fair share of “did-that-just-happen?” moments. But through every toast and table shared, we found reasons to celebrate. And now? It’s time to trade last year’s confetti for a fresh sprinkle of glitter and dive fork-first into the future. As we welcome 2026, TheListAreYouOnIt team is raising a glass to you, our fellow food lovers, party people, and “I-just-want-a-fabulous-dinner-and-to-be-home-by-12:01” crowd.Whether you plan to clink champagne coupes till sunrise or indulge in a decadent tasting menu, we’ve gathered every tasty way to ring in the new year right here. Scroll, plan, and prepare to sparkle — and be sure to check back often as we keep adding fresh festivities. May your new year be filled with joy, good health, exquisite bites, and all the delicious discoveries our region never stops serving up. Check it out here!

Khao Kala, also known as Coconut Shell Hill, hosts a two-night-only Thai dinner party inspired by the hilltop’s legendary UFO lore. On December 30th and 31st, guests are invited to experience an endorphin-fueled northern and northeastern Thai set dinner, featuring bold flavors and the return of Mekhong whiskey–marinated pork ribs. Dinner is priced at $90 per person, with an optional $60 wine pairing available, exclusive of tax. Ticket prices include service. Reservations are for in-person dining for groups of three or fewer, with communal standing-room seating inside the shop. Guests may add the wine pairing in advance or order beverages at the counter upon arrival. More info here.

Song Dog Farm Distillery, Montgomery County’s newest destination for spirits lovers, is turning up the heat for winter with new fire pits on the farm and a three-day Winter Fest, December 19–21. Guests can warm up around the fire pits with Hot Toddies and cocktails, enjoy the heated porch, or head inside to the cocktail bar and distillery.

Lincoln restaurant will bid a heartfelt farewell with a final night of service, inviting you to celebrate the memories, meals, and milestones of the past 15 years. The send-off takes place from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. at Lincoln, with passed hors d’oeuvres and the debut of “The Final Penny Mule” cocktail offered from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. Dinner reservations are available for both small and large groups, and guests are encouraged to reconnect with old friends, share favorite Lincoln memories, snap a photo on the iconic Lincoln chair, and take home a penny from the restaurant’s original floor as a keepsake. Lincoln’s final meals will be served from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. RSVP is requested by emailing [email protected].

ChurchKey welcomes Cellarmaker Brewing Company to the DMV debuting the celebrated San Francisco brewery with a special lineup of 12 drafts and bottles. Guests can explore Cellarmaker’s hop-forward, experimental style, including rare barrel-aged pours and exclusive selections, available à la carte with no admission fee.