Weekly Wins 2/21 – 2/28
New restaurant openings, networking happy hours, National Margarita Day celebrations, and festivals for spirits and film are among the many things to do in DC this coming week.
Here are some of our top picks to help you maximize your fun over the next 7 days:
Wednesday 2/21
– Calling all non-profit young professionals, YNPNdc’s monthly networking happy hour is back! Come make connections over cocktails at Provision 14 from 6-8pm. Tickets are just $5.
– Milk Bar is a cult bakery known for it’s cereal milk ice cream and “Crack Pie.” The original opened in DC 3 years ago, and the newest opens at the Wharf this week. Cereal milk soft serve is just $1 for everyone on opening day!
Thursday, 2/22
– The weekend-long Architecture & Design Film Festival is the nation’s largest film festival devoted to the creative spirit that drives architecture and design. It kicks off Thursday with a screening of Big Time at the National Building Museum.
– National Margarita Day, anyone? Places all across town are featuring specials so take advantage and grab some great cocktails for a discount. The Living Room at the Ritz Carlton has a unique Margarita Menu with limited edition margs for just $10.
– Want to brush up on America’s past over drinks? Check out the History Happy Hour at the Willard Hotel to go behind the gates of the White House.
Friday, 2/23
– Need a Friday date night that doesn’t involve the bar scene? Head over to the Watergate Hotel and get lost in the Winter Igloos exhibit.
– Or see Alexandria’s past comes to life with the Alexandria Archaeology Museum‘s newest exhibit: The Late Shift: Uncovering the Waterfront. Artists and innovators team up for a night of unearthed secrets, music, and trivia celebrating our region’s rich history.
Saturday, 2/24
– Start your day off with an early morning yoga dance party when Daybreaker returns to Union Stage.
– Saturdays are for immersive distillery experiences. At least that’s the case this weekend when the DC Distiller’s Fest comes to the Long View Gallery. Over 60 craft spirits will be up for sample.
– The Frozen Heart Trail Race is a “low-key winter race for trail loving runners” and is coming back for the 5th year. It’s a 3-loop course with distances of 50K, 34K and 17K that caters to runners of all skill levels.
– All good things must come to an end, and unfortunately, the Winter Olympics is one of them. Say goodbye to the winter games in style with Wunder Garten’s “PeyonChangTHANG Party. Compete for costume prizes and enjoy Olympic-themed cocktails like the Triple Lutz, the Curling Sweeper and the Downhill Chaser.
Sunday, 2/25
– Eat your way around H Street with a guided foodie tour.
– Speaking of food events, Ramen World 4 also goes down on Sunday at Mess Hall: Tickets are limited, cost $70 and give you the chance to try some of biggest names in DC Asian cuisine.
– You probably know the deal by now, but if not, DC Fray hosts FREE bar bingo every Sunday at O’Sullian’s from 6-8pm. We’re biased, but it’s the perfect way to end #SundayFunday.
Monday, 2/26
– We’re also at Kingfisher each and every Monday for free bar bingo from 8-10pm.
– If you need something to do before Monday bingo, why not head out on a city-wide scavenger hunt? Spend 3 hours exploring the city in an Amazing Race style game.
– Want to beat away the Monday blues, literally? Hit up Boxing Mondays at lululemon in Georgetown and whip yourself into shape. Space is limited.
Tuesday, 2/27
– Get your short stack on in celebration of National Pancake Day. If you want to grab some of DC’s best flapjacks on your way to work, here are some essential pancake spots.
– DCFemTech is on a mission to celebrate the successes of women in the DC tech industry. Join the group Tuesday at The Alley for networking, activities, hors d’oeuvres, and empowerment.
What are you up to this week? Drop us a comment letting us know!
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Would love to do the trail race but don’t know if I can handle 17k…