Panda Fest, one of the nation’s fastest-growing Asian food and culture festivals, is coming to Pennsylvania Ave. in DC! The celebration will have 90 Asian food vendors, over 40 merchandise vendors, panda-themed activities, and cultural performances, including the Panda Fest dancers. After a limited number of early-bird tickets went on sale this May, in time for Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, tickets are now open and available. Children under age 6 receive free admission to the family-friendly event.

Falls Church is hosting its first-ever Summer Restaurant Week, taking place Friday, August 21–Sunday, August 30. This year's event features 80 participating restaurants offering prix-fixe menus, exclusive specials, and unique dining experiences. You can also take part in the Restaurant Week Passport, visiting at least eight participating restaurants for a chance to win one of three $100 restaurant gift cards. You can find participating restaurants, specials, and event details at fallschurchrw.com.

Acqua Bistecca DC is launching First Saturday, a high energy monthly brunch activation designed to bring a fresh dose of celebration to the city's weekend scene. The inaugural event will feature a live DJ from 12:00 - 3:00 p.m. and a special partnership with LVMH, whose Rosé will be served to every brunch guest as a complimentary welcome toast, poured tableside from a canter. Additional beverage partners may join the lineup as the series grows.

Get ready for a day of high-flying fun as The Wharf welcomes Washington, D.C.'s first nationally sanctioned DockDogs competition to District Pier from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM. This free, family- and dog-friendly event, presented in partnership with Chesapeake DockDogs, will showcase some of the country's top canine athletes competing in exciting events like Speed Retrieve, Big Air, and Extreme Vertical as they battle for the coveted Iron Dog title. Between competitions, guests can enjoy raffles, awards, interactive experiences, waterfront dining, and shopping, while pups and their owners can relax on Transit Pier with front-row views of the action on the big screen. Whether you're a dog lover or simply looking for a fun day on the waterfront, this action-packed event promises entertainment for the whole family.

The elusive Ukiyo-banare melon will make its DC debut as Uchi and Snow Crane host an intimate, one-of-a-kind dining experience built around this rare fruit. The one-night-only eight course dinner at Uchi DC will highlight the melon's distinct flavors in a menu crafted by Chef de Cuisine Rob Drennan. The evening will conclude with a special dessert created by Snow Crane founder Chef Takeshi Nishikawa, who previously worked alongside Chef Drennan at Pineapple and Pearls. Shinya Yamazaki will be in attendance to share the ethos behind his farming practices. Tickets for the dinner (6:30 to 9:30pm) are available for $200.

Join Josephine for a casual seated wine class where they will blind taste $50 wines next to $100 wines of similar styles to learn how to find the best values on a French wine list and when you may benefit from choosing the pricier bottle with their Wine Director, Erin Dudley, at Josephine! Included with your ticket: Seated wine class with Neighborhood Restaurant Group Wine Director, Erin Dudley, Tasting of six fine wines - three priced around $50 / three priced around $100, Small serving of artisanal cheeses and accouterment. Tickets cost $49 per person. Purchase a ticket here.

Rustico will celebrate the debut of Rhinegeist Brewery in Virginia with a launch party! For this momentous occasion, they will pour 6 drafts from this renowned brewery from Cincinnati, Ohio!

This interactive music experience invites you to create a playlist together in real time through a mix of chance, strategy, and creativity. You submit artists, a curator sets the tone, and the room collaborates to build a unique 10-song playlist. Tickets: $15 in advance; $20 at the door; https://www.eventbrite.com/

History comes alive during this popular dinner series combining storytelling, food, and whiskey.  Each ticket includes: Three-course themed dinner, Guided tasting experience, Live presentation by a historianTickets are $50 per person. Learn more: https://www.eventbrite.com/

Located just two blocks from the Freedom 250 Grand Prix of Washington, D.C., Hard Rock Cafe is the perfect place to kick off race day.You will enjoy: A hearty buffet brunch, Live DJ entertainment, INDYCAR pre-race coverage streamed throughout the café, and Unlimited coffee, tea, and soda.Tickets are $65 per person. Purchase tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/