In celebration of America’s 250th anniversary, guests are invited to explore the history of taverns and coffeehouses and their influence on American culture. The 21+ event will feature an expert panel of historians and industry leaders, curator-led tours of the FOOD: Transforming the American Table exhibition, live music, themed bites, and five tastings, including craft beer, cold brew coffee, and a coffee cocktail. Doors open at 6 p.m., with the expert panel from 7 to 8 p.m. followed by a social hour. Tickets are $35 and include food, five drink samples, tours, live music, and the panel discussion. Click HERE to grab your tickets.

Malabar will launch its new Sunday brunch service on October 25, available from 11:30 a.m. to 2:15 p.m. in Washington, D.C.’s Forest Hills neighborhood. Led by James Beard Award-winning Group Executive Chef Vikram Sunderam, the $35-per-person brunch begins with Masala Popcorn and features a weekly rotating buffet of at least seven dishes inspired by the flavors of India’s Malabar Coast. Guests can expect selections such as Kerala Fish Fry, Mangalorean Chicken Curry, Malabari Lamb Curry, Paneer Muttar and Carrot & Bean Poriyal, along with rice, dal, a breadbasket and desserts. Brunch cocktails include sparkling wine, Bloody Marys and mimosas for $10 each, or guests can enjoy unlimited pours for $25 per person for 90 minutes, with an upgraded alcohol option available for $35 per person. Brunch is offered in Malabar’s dining room and on the outdoor patio, weather permitting.

Oyamel DC will celebrate Día de los Muertos with a special one-night-only dining experience on Sunday, November 1, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Inspired by the imagination and artistry of Pedro Linares, the evening will feature a six-course dinner with cocktails honoring his life and legacy through food, art, and the tradition of gathering together in remembrance. Tickets are $150 per person. Click HERE to reserve your spot.

The Satire is introducing Wellness Wednesdays with Su + Soul on October 14, 21, 28 & November 4. Guests are invited to enjoy a midweek reset featuring guided breathwork & an immersive 30-minute sound bath at either 5:45 or 6:30 p.m., followed by light refreshments. Each $30 ticket includes a goodie bag, a cocktail or mocktail & 20% off food & beverages at The Wise Fool throughout the evening. Registration is complimentary for hotel guests. Click HERE to grab your tickets.

DC Motorsport Community (DCMC) is taking over City Ridge for a full day of race-day excitement celebrating the United States Grand Prix in Austin. The DMV's car and motorcycle community will gather for closed-street car and motorcycle displays, free large-screen outdoor race viewing open to the public, and a sunset DJ after-party. To purchase tickets, click here.

PumpkinPalooza returns to Alethia Tanner Park at 4:00 p.m. Join for NoMa’s annual Halloween celebration featuring a pick-your-own pumpkin patch and costume contests for both humans and pets. Meet Minion & Gru characters, enjoy a pop-up beer by Red Bear Brewing, and end the night with a screening of Minions & Monsters. And don’t miss the petting zoo with alpacas!

Join Unconventional Diner at 5:30 p.m. and sip spooky drinks while decorating pumpkin, witch and bat-shaped sugar cookies. They will supply a hot apple cider (spiked or non-spiked), four cookies, colorful icings and fun sprinkles for this spirited event. Wear your spookiest fit—the best costume among them wins a prize. To make a reservation, click here.

At 9:00 p.m., you are invited to the first iteration of Rye Bunny’s monthly wine + bingo party, hosted by activist and content creator Barrett Adair. The evening will feature a selection of special snacks and a curated wine list by guest sommelier Kevin Yoo (Zimmi’s, NYC) in collaboration with Rye Bunny’s own beverage director Audrey Dowling, featuring wines from the coastal regions of Southern France and Northern Italy. For the night, they’ll take a page from Zimmi's book and offer all the wines on the bottle list available as either full or half-bottle pours, plus a tight selection of by-the-glass options. Special snacks will also be provided by Chef Jon. Half of the winnings from each bingo round will go to Martha’s Table’s Global Passport program, which offers no-cost domestic and international experiential learning opportunities for high school youth living in Ward 8 of D.C. This is a walk-in-only event, from 9:00 p.m. - 12:00 a.m.

Celebrate Halloween at The National Zoo! Enjoy a family-friendly evening with trick-or-treating, after-hours animal viewing, and spooky fun. For more information, click here.

Night of the Living Zoo is back! Grab your friends and enjoy this adults only Zoo after dark Halloween Party! You can get excited for unlimited drinks from pop-up bars, flash tattoos and piercings, live music, tarot card readings, and much more. Each ticket covers admission, unlimited drinks and live entertainment. Food trucks are located throughout the Zoo. Proceeds from the event support the Zoo’s animal care and conservation programs. For more information, click here.