On Saturday, October 22nd, the Carlyle House Historic Park is home to a very special event: a whiskey tasting that will take place inside the historic mansion. Stop by from 7 to 9 p.m. to sip fine Virginia whiskeys while feasting on fall-inspired hors d'oeuvres and even some whiskey-flavored ice cream. Tickets for the tasting […]
From Seattle to Fort Lauderdale, The Whisky Extravaganza is traveling the country spreading the news about an up-and-coming spirit with roots that stretch far into history. The Whisky Extravaganza will bring its pours to the JW Marriott Hotel on Pennslyvania Avenue on Thursday, October 27th. If you want the chance to taste some of the […]
May this autumn bring you a harvest of fun times and laughter with family and friends!
One of the biggest perks of living near a major city is the access to eclectic fare and craft beer. The Brooklyn Brewery Mash celebrates everything Washington, DC has to offer in this vein for this entire weekend, from October 6th to October 9th. If you're a lover of craft beer or fine fare, you […]
Art on the Avenue, voted Best in Virginia by Virginia Living Magazine, is a must-visit, one-day festival that combines art, music, food, and local culture. Celebrating the diversity of the Del Ray neighborhood, Art on the Avenue is held on Mt. Vernon Avenue between Bellefonte and Hume, and features over 300 different artists, all selling […]
On Saturday, a festival designed for vegetarians hits Yards Park. From 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., more than 20 vegetarian-friendly vendors will set up shop in the park peddling a range of delicious food and drinks, and you can try craft popsicles, kombucha, vegan cheese, veggie burgers, and more. The day-long festival is a favorite […]
The Alexandria Symphony Orchestra was established in 1954 with a simple goal: to bring music to everyone in Alexandria, even if they can't typically afford a night at the symphony. The Alexandria Symphony Family Fall Festival exemplifies this goal with its large lineup of live music, composed mostly of community groups. Music isn't the only […]
Lovers of ice cream and fine art converge at the Annual Alexandria King Street Art Festival each year for the Ice Cream Bowl Fundraiser. Pay $15, and you'll not only enjoy scoops of artisanal local ice cream, but you'll also be able to bring home the bowl from which you scoop it, a handcrafted creation […]
A staple of the neighborhood that has the reputation of being one of the best dessert shops in the DC area, The Dairy Godmother is a must-visit for any fan of sweet treats. The frozen custard here is freshly made and blended to your order. The menu here is simple: chocolate and vanilla custard are […]
Have a relaxing day with fun and laughter!