Check out a handful of the many events happening in the DMV this weekend. To keep up with all the fun, don’t forget to check out the Washington Informer Calendar.
Keep your outlook vibrant and remember, there’s always something happening in the DMV to keep your spirit — and social life — lit.
Thursday, Nov. 23
Be Thankful with The Washington Informer
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Happy Holidays from the Informer Team!
Friday, Nov. 24
Black Friday at Manor Hill Farm
Time: 2 p.m. | Free to attend
Manor Hill Brewing, 4411 Manor Lane, Ellicott City, Maryland, 21042
How about skipping the frenzied lines at Best Buy and Walmart and taking a short drive to Maryland’s largest Farm Brewery instead? The Tasting Room at Manor Hill Farm will have 13 farm-brewed beers (+ hard seltzer) on draught and multiple options in cans available to go!
This annual event will feature Beer Releases (TBD), Achiotes Food Truck, and appointment-only Santa Photo Sessions in the Barn for children and adults who still believe.
Time: 7 p.m. & 9:30 p.m. | $45+
DC Improv, 1140 Connecticut Avenue NW, Washington, D.C., 20036
Donnell Rawlings is a DMV native and “Chappelle’s Show” legend. Enjoy some hearty laughs, if you can get tickets in time.
Saturday, Nov. 25
CityCenter DC Tenth Annual Tree Lighting Celebration
Time: 5 p.m. – 7 p.m. | Free
CityCenterDC, 825 10th Street NW, Washington, D.C., 20001
The chic shopping center will transform into a winter wonderland where visitors can experience free treats, face paintings, balloon art, and fun for all. The larger-than-life tree lighting will feature live performances, a curated holiday art tree installation, sweet surprises, and a limited edition charitable commemorative ornament.
Time: 8 p.m. | $55
Lincoln Theatre, 1215 U Street NW, Washington, D.C. 20009
Charlie Gabriel has been a musician for over 75 years and is by far the oldest member of The Preservation Hall Jazz Band. Their newest album “89” refers to Gabriel’s age at the time of its recording during the pandemic.
In his eight-plus decades as a musician, Gabriel has played with Charles Mingus, Lionel Hampton, and Aretha Franklin just to name a few.
Sunday, Nov. 26
Executive Chef Ramin Coles’ Sweet Home Café Harvest Menu
Time: Noon – 3 p.m. | à la carte
National Museum of African American History and Culture, 1400 Constitution Avenue NW, Washington, D.C. 20560
Enjoy Chef Ramin Coles‘ roast honey glazed ham, herb roast turkey with southern oyster dressing, and delicious sides, including green bean casserole and brown sugar mashed potatoes. In addition to the menu, you’ll find Sweet Home Café’s nine-inch sweet potato and pecan pies available to take home during the entire month of November at the Market Table.
Time: 8 p.m. | $35+
The Howard Theatre, 620 T Street NW, Washington, D.C., 20001
Benny the Butcher and the whole Griselda team have been on an incredible run, so they have a lot to celebrate. Plus it’s “Benny the Butcher’s Birthday Concert,” so it should be extra live!
