This Día de los Muertos, Oyamel invites guests to celebrate rich tradition of albrijes with a dinner that honors the art of renowned Mexican artist and creative Pedro Linares. On November 1st from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., guests can enjoy a meticulously crafted 6-course dinner, with colorful cocktails included. This experience costs $150.00 per person. Reserve a spot here. 

Enjoy live music, local bites, family fun, the canal boat, and the second annual Canal boat regatta. The event is free and from 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

The Watergate has introduced Weekend Mahjong Afternoon Tea with acclaimed restaurateur and entrepreneur Tim Ma, running October 10 through November 8 at Kingbird. Created in partnership with the team behind Washington’s beloved Lucky Danger, the two-hour experience brings together afternoon tea, Asian-inspired bites and hands-on Chinese Mahjong instruction. You will enjoy premium teas and a curated selection of sweet and savory bites before learning the fundamentals of Mahjong directly from Tim Ma and his teaching team, with all Mahjong materials provided and guided gameplay included. At $85 per person, the experience offers a fresh way to spend an afternoon, whether completely new to Mahjong or looking for a social experience to enjoy with friends. To reserve your spot, click here.

Come through and watch THE ADDAMS FAMILY with Union Market! The Drive-In at Union Market is the perfect blend of movies and munchies with amazing concessions. From street food to Michelin-starred fine dining, experience it all with us. Get tickets to watch from the comfort of your car or bring chairs and blankets for a cozy picnic-style setup in front of Union Market. No tickets are needed to watch on Neal Place.

The Ballston BID is hosting its inaugural Festival of Lights: Diwali Celebration, taking place from 4:00 - 8:00 p.m. at Ballston Quarter. The free, all-ages celebration will bring the community together for an evening of Indian music, cultural dance, local vendors, henna, Rangoli art, and interactive experiences inspired by the traditions of Diwali. The event welcomes both those who celebrate Diwali and those experiencing its traditions for the first time, offering an opportunity to discover and experience this vibrant celebration in the heart of Ballston.

From 6:00 - 8:00 p.m., Hotel Heron’s rooftop bar, Good Fortune, will host Prost! at Good Fortune, an Oktoberfest celebration featuring DC Brau’s Oktoberfest beer, complimentary samples, live music and beer bucket specials made for sharing. You can pair your pours with Oktoberfest-inspired bites from the Good Fortune kitchen, including pretzel knots, peppers, sausages and more. The event is free and open to the public, offering a festive way to welcome the fall season while taking in Good Fortune’s rooftop setting and Alexandria views.

That's So Vintage is back & better than ever to The Square in Washington DC. This show features 45 of the best vintage curators on the East Coast specializing in a variety of eras and aesthetics, with collections featuring reworked jewelry, 1920s slip dresses, mom lighters, 80s eccentric needlepoint, 50s workwear, 70s graphic tees, rare Y2K designer pieces and everything in between.

Come hungry — the 24th Annual Turkish Festival is serving up the flavors of Türkiye right in the heart of Washington, DC from 11:00 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. From sizzling grilled meats and savory favorites to Turkish sweets, coffee, tea, and more, this is one festival where you'll definitely want to arrive with an appetite. And there's plenty more to enjoy throughout the day - live music, traditional dance performances, the Turkish Bazaar, cultural exhibits, Kids' Tent activities, and a full day of Turkish culture and community.

For this special edition of 'Sunday Banquet' being held on a Monday night, Chang Chang welcomes acclaimed food writer and author Fuchsia Dunlopas their guest at the table, celebrating her newest book, Five Tastes. Drawing inspiration from the book, Chef Peter Chang and his team will create a one-night-only banquet through their own interpretation of the five tastes - sour, bitter, sweet, pungent and salty — and the balance, aroma, texture and layers of flavor that define Chinese cooking. Fuchsia will join for the banquet, giving you a rare opportunity to share the table and conversation with one of the most influential writers on Chinese food. Throughout the evening, you will hear stories behind Five Tastes, explore her perspective on Chinese flavor and food culture, and open the conversation for an intimate Q&A. The evening will conclude with a book signing of your pre-release copy by Fuchsia! Tickets cost $165 per person. To purchase a ticket, click here.

Join Berry Bros & Rudd for their first L'Esprit du Champagne, a special event bringing together six distinguished Champagne growers, including vignerons themselves. For this inaugural gathering, Mathilde Margaine, Guillaume Doyard, Nicolas & Olga Chiquet, Clément Vergnon, Guillaume Hébrart, and Thomas Champs will be in attendance, pouring their wines and sharing the stories, vineyards, and traditions behind them. More than a tasting, this is an evening to explore Champagne at its most personal. It's a rare opportunity to taste exceptional wines in the company of the vignerons who craft them, explore the nuances that distinguish one grower from another, and experience the depth and diversity of the region through those who know it most intimately. L'Esprit du Champagne, an evening dedicated to the growers, the wines, and the spirit of Champagne. Tickets cost $195 per person. To purchase a ticket, click here.