Mallard will be hosting Icelandic Chef Daniel Cochran and his team for a weekend of all things Icelandic. Join for Icelandic inspired tasting menus as well as other events across the region.

Specially curated wineries serve patrons tastings over a multi-session, all-day, all-night vino experience. You'll have the chance to sample premium wine to your heart's content, while live entertainment keep the party lively during this one of a kind experience. Early Admission means you'll gain early access one hour before the crowd, so you'll have more time to sample and mingle. See the incredible lineup of participating vendors at dcwinefest.com!

The DC Beer Festival returns to Nationals Park, bringing together dozens of craft breweries , featuring their spring seasonal beers. Taking place throughout the stadium's concourse including Centerfield Plaza, Budweiser Brew House, Bud Light Loft and Budweiser Terrace, the DC Beer Fest will have over a dozen food trucks throughout as well as lawn games, DJs, and more!

Astro Beer Hall, the cosmic-themed restaurant with locations in DC and the Village at Shirlington, recently introduced the interactive and team-based JEOPARDY! Bar League to its weekly event lineup. Every Thursday beginning at 7:30 p.m. only at the DC location, Jeopardy enthusiasts can join the beer hall to play two hours of Jeopardy emceed by trained hosts, featuring official Jeopardy content and chances to win prizes. 

The Italian Cultural Institute of Washington is proud to co-present the Italian selection of Filmfest DC 2026, running April 17-26 across the city. This year's five films span centuries and sensibilities: a Nobel Prize-winning Sardinian writer, Vivaldi's Venice, a warmly comic retired professor, a real-life wartime rescue mission, and a secret musical genius hidden in plain sight. Together, they offer a vivid and wide-ranging portrait of Italian cinema at its best.

Crimson Lane Vineyards presents The Reason for Riesling: An Evening with German Winemakers — an intimate, rotating seminar featuring six visiting German winemakers. You will move between stations, engaging directly with each producer to hear the stories behind the wines while tasting a curated selection of Rieslings and other limited-production varietals from Germany’s most celebrated regions. You will also have exclusive access to presale wines before they reach the broader market.

As part of the Falls Church Fit initiative this April, the health-forward and fast-casual Vietnamese restaurant Roll Play will partner with Rumble Boxing, a boxing-based group fitness studio in Falls Church. The duo will team up for a special series featuring three community fitness classes throughout the month of April. Following each community class, the Northern Virginia-based Vietnamese comfort food spot will be on-site with coffee, refreshments, and light snacks from the concept’s menu as part of their Invest in Your Best community series. The series will feature Rumble101’s beginner-friendly classes (gloves and wraps provided), with sessions happening on April 11th at 12:00 p.m., April 15th at 6:30 p.m. and April 23rd at 12:00 p.m. The fast-casual Vietnamese concept serves creative comfort foods like Spicy Oxtail Pho and Pho Tacos with locations in Fall’s Church, Rosslyn, and Tysons.  Guests can register for the community classes here.

The Yards, D.C.’s vibrant waterfront neighborhood for living, dining, shopping and gathering, is hosting its inaugural Waterfront Wellness weekend, a two-day lineup of free fitness classes and wellness-focused programming. Designed to tap into the growing demand for accessible, community-driven wellness experiences, Waterfront Wellness at The Yards invites guests to move, recharge and connect through complimentary workouts, hands-on activations and lifestyle experiences.  The event will be hosted at The Sundeck, an open-air waterfront space overlooking the Anacostia River. To register, click here.

Hosted in the Wine Library at Cheesetique Del Ray, this special tasting will take place on Tuesday, May 19th at 7pm, offering guests an elevated exploration of Argentina’s most iconic wines. Priced at $60 per person, the evening includes five wines thoughtfully paired with five bites. Designed as the perfect complement to April’s “Catena Everyday” tasting, this experience completes the journey by showcasing how Catena’s philosophy evolves from approachable excellence to world-class prestige. Guests will enjoy a deep dive into the wines that have solidified Catena’s reputation on the global stage—expressions shaped by decades of research, precision, and an unwavering commitment to quality. AnnMarie Sgroi of Catena, a longtime ambassador for the winery, will guide the evening, sharing her expertise and storytelling as she highlights the nuances of vineyard elevation, soil composition, and winemaking decisions. From the renowned Adrianna Vineyard—often referred to as Argentina’s “Grand Cru”—to the winery’s flagship bottlings, the tasting will feature five of Catena’s most distinguished wines, building in structure, depth, and age-worthiness throughout the experience. Click HERE to reserve your spot.

Cheesetique Del Ray invites guests to an engaging evening in the Wine Library on Wednesday, April 29th at 7pm, featuring a guided tasting of Vinum Cellars wines. Priced at $45 per person, the experience includes five wines thoughtfully paired with five bites. Celebrating California’s tradition of site-driven winemaking, the event welcomes Richard Bruno, winemaker and founding force behind Vinum Cellars, who will share insight into the winery’s philosophy, evolution, and commitment to both classic and lesser-known varietals. Known for championing grapes like Chenin Blanc and crafting wines that are expressive, food-friendly, and approachable, Vinum Cellars offers a lineup that highlights both depth and value. Guests will taste through a curated selection of wines spanning styles and varietals, from bright, mineral-driven whites to structured, characterful reds. Click HERE to reserve your spot.