Primrose and Lightwell Survey are firing up the grill for The Summer BBQ from 4:30–7 p.m. The afternoon will feature the debut of new wines from Lightwell Survey alongside grilled snacks from Chef Patrick; Reservations!

The Yards invites you to experience Camp Yards, a two-day summer camp adventure packed with special offers and nostalgic fun hosted by local retailers and restaurants.Camp is officially in session, and this year, The Yards is the campground. As you explore the neighborhood, they’ll complete activities at participating retailers and restaurants to earn exclusive camp-inspired merit patches. The more experiences they complete, the more patches they collect. After collecting their patches, you can head to The Yards Sundeck to heat-press them onto a complimentary custom tote bag while enjoying live acoustic music, camp-themed games and more!

The Satire in Alexandria is very excited to be hosting a sound bath with Lalita Method. The event will begin with a reformer Pilates class in the on-site studio and then move to the hotel's beautiful cinema room for the restorative sound bath. Additionally, there will be a complimentary electrolyte tasting from SRC for you to experience. There are two sessions with very limited space, at 12:15pm and 12:50pm.

Brasero Atlantico welcomes Brisa for a special preview ahead of its highly anticipated summer opening at Buzzard Point. Led by Culinary Director Carlos Delgado, Michelin starred and named 2025 James Beard Best Chef Mid Atlantic, alongside Executive Chef Favio Gonzalez, Brisa channels the sun washed flavors and soulful traditions of Latin America's coastlines, from the Pacific to the Caribbean. Guests will get a taste of what's to come with snacks like guacamole with seven sauces and tlayuda chips, empanada de ropa vieja, and scallop aguachile, plus shareable dishes including cachapa steak, duck breast in mole rojo, and pescado a la talla. Cocktails from Floreria Atlantico and Brisa’s bar director Paola Salinas  round out the evening with the same spirit of creativity and celebration. Reserve HERE!

PubKey will open at 11:00 a.m. to screen the pre-race show with special food and drink offerings available through the race, including beer buckets, cocktail specials, a brunch-y Bacon, Egg & Cheese featuring Nueske's bacon, fried egg, and American cheese on an English muffin; and a Pulled Pork Sandwich with slow-braised pork belly with PubKey’s house BBQ sauce on a brioche bun.

At 6:30 p.m., Crimson Lane Vineyards invites you to Sip, Smoke & Savor the Sunset, an evening celebrating the classic pairing of fine wine and cigars. Wine Ambassador Chris Jenkins will lead a guided tasting of three wines chosen for their compatibility with cigars, followed by an open evening of sipping, savoring, and relaxing. You can enjoy charcuterie and light bites while taking in sunset views over Virginia wine country. The event welcomes both seasoned cigar enthusiasts and curious first timers. $45 per person, maximum party size of 6. Reserve HERE.

Whitlow's on U Street is bringing the laughs and high-octane energy of Talladega Nights to life with a Ricky Bobby-themed party celebrating the night of the Freedom 250 Grand Prix. Guests are encouraged to pull out their cut-off flannels and jorts for a night of themed fun featuring specialty cocktails like the "Shake and Bake Spicy Margarita" and the "Pit Stop Paloma." The restaurant will be decked out in Talladega Nights décor, while staff will embrace the theme in NASCAR jumpsuits, cut-off flannels, jorts, and trucker hats. Jose Cuervo representatives will be on site handing out swag and temporary tattoos, and DJs Killabeats24 and Davy Jones will keep the party going with music all night long.

Wine lovers can explore the world of skin contact wines at 50 Shades of Grapes on Sunday, August 16, from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. at The Eastern. This guided tasting will feature four wines with varying levels of skin contact, offering guests the opportunity to discover the unique flavors, textures, and techniques behind this distinctive style. The class will be led by The Eastern's Wine Director, Eric Morris, alongside D.C.-based sommelier and Massanois wine representative Alexa Jaenicke, who will share insights from the importer’s curated portfolio of family-owned wineries. Click HERE to purchase your ticket.

At 6:00 p.m., Immigrant Food is hosting its 6th annual live Immigrant Comedy Night! The event is in collaboration with KAMA DC, showcasing a lineup of local, immigrant comedians while guests enjoy Immigrant Food's signature internationally inspired menu and drinks. Highlighted talent includes Kevin Chen, Latif Idris, Adaobi Ugochukwu, and Cynthia Via. Tickets here.

Live! Casino & Hotel Maryland is serving up special prix fixe menus during its Summer Restaurant Week, taking place August 16 –27. Available Sunday through Thursday, guests can enjoy seasonal three-course dinners at five of the resort's dining destinations: Sports & Social Maryland ($35), Truong Tien Restaurant ($35), Luk Fu ($39), David's Restaurant & Bar ($45), and The Prime Rib at Live! ($75). Executive Chef Phillip Stephenson shared that this year's event highlights the creativity of the culinary team, with a special focus on the resort's newest restaurant, Truong Tien, where guests can experience authentic Vietnamese cuisine. Whether visiting for the first time or returning for another meal, Restaurant Week offers the perfect opportunity to discover a new favorite dish to enjoy with family and friends. Click HERE for more information.