Bethesda Row Fall Restaurant Week
(Now through October 24; Bethesda Row; Bethesda, MD 20804; $15 lunch; $30 dinner; www.bethesdarow.com)
Bethesda Row’s Fall Restaurant Week will be running from Monday October 18th- October 23rd, 2010. The meals feature a three course prix fix lunch for $15 and three course dinner for $30. As if that isn’t enough, patrons will also receive a chance to win a $200 gift certificate to Redwood. This great deal is only valid for a week so be sure and make reservations at some of the below participating restaurants!
American Tap Room
Café Deluxe
Jaleo
Lebanese Taverna
Parker’s American Bistro
Raku
Assaggi
Mon Ami Gabi
Redwood
Le Pain Quotidien
Tara Thai
Taylor Gourmet
Oktoberfests in D.C. 2010
Oktoberfest entices all of Fall’s best senses, from amazing tasting beers to hearing traditional music to smelling the delicious wafts of German fare, there is something for everyone to enjoy.
Blob’s Park Oktoberfest
(September 18-October 31, 2010; 8024 Max Blob’s Park Rd.; Jessup, Maryland; $10 admission)
Biergarten Haus Oktoberfest
(September 18-October 4, 2010; 1355 H St. NE; Washington, D.C.)
Oktoberfest at Fort Meade
(September 22, 2010; Fort Meade Pavilion, Llewellyn Ave.; Fort Meade, Maryland; Free)
Das Best Oktoberfest
(September 25-26, 2010; noon-6p.m.; National Harbor, MD; $25, Children 12 and under- free!)
Frederick Oktoberfest
(October 2-3, 2010; Saturday: 11-10p.m., Sunday 11-8 p.m.; Frederick Fairgrounds, East Patrick St., Frederick, MD; $5)
Germantown Oktoberfest
(October 2, 2010; begins at 11a.m.; Ridge Road Park, Germantown, MD)
Annual Charity Classic: “Oktoberfest”
(October 8, 2010, 6-10 p.m. City Club of Washington, 555 13th Street, NW, Washington D.C.; $25 per person)
The annual charity class Oktoberfest is an amazing charity event which will benefit associations like The Muscular Dystrophy Association and The Yellow Ribbon Fund. It will feature beer, traditional music and amazing German cuisine.
Upcoming Festivals, Plays and Art Events
Hippiefest 2010
(August 8; 8p.m.- 11p.m.; The Filene Center at Wolf Trap; 1551 Trap Road; Vienna, VA 22182; $25-$42)
Hippiefest 2010 is a great East Coast tradition which takes place in Virginia’s Filene Center at Wolf Trap. The celebration includes some amazing 70’s tunage and entertainment including War, Mitch Ryder and Jack Bruce. Ticket prices range from $25-$42, and can be purchased online or at the event. For more information, visit www.hippiefest.net.
Arts on N Street
(August 7th & 8th; 10a.m.-4p.m.; Free; www.culturaltourismdc.org
N Street b/w 7th and 9th Sts, NW; Washington, DC 20001)
On August 7th and 8th, N Street will be transformed into a beautiful collection of art complete with various works and genres of art from a number of artists and organizations who have collaborated with The D.C. Commission on the Art and Humanities. Stop by to admire exhibits and portraits in this exciting competition. This festival is the a great place to scope out up and coming and local artists.
Oscar Wilde’s The Importance of Being Earnest
(Thursdays; 8p.m. (ends August 29), Sundays; 3p.m. (ends August 29); Fridays and Saturdays : 8p.m. (ends August 29); $18-$40; H Street Playhouse; 1365 H Street, NE; Washington, DC 20002)
“The Importance of Being Earnest” is one of Sir Oscar Wilde’s most celebrated plays. Stop by the H Street Playhouse from now until August 29th to watch this intricate web of cross gender double lives. Ticket prices range from $18-$40.
D.C. August 2010 Events
Legg Mason Tennis Classic
(July 31 – August 8, 2010)
The Legg Mason Tennis Classic in Washington, D.C. is the annually heldl men’s tournament in tennis. To purchase tickets or learn more about this event, visit http://www.leggmasontennisclassic.com/
Frederick Douglass National Historic Site Family Festival
(August 1, 2010; 1p.m.-4 p.m.; 1411 W Street SE, Washington DC 20020)
The Frederick Douglass National Historic site is the starting ground of one of history’s best known abolitionists, Frederick Douglass. This family friendly festival is full of events meant to illuminate and educate visitors about this incredible historical figure. Enjoy arts and crafts, games, prizes and more at the local gallery.
Friendship Firehouse Festival
(August 7, 2010; 9a.m.-2p.m.; South Alfred Street b/w Prince & King Sts.)
The Friendship Firehouse Festival in Alexandria, VA brings together visitors of all ages to enjoy the firehouse museum in beautiful and historic Old Town Alexandria. The festival is a chance to watch live musical performances, stroll around the many craft booths, nosh on treats and celebrate the important positions that firefighters hold in our lives and communities. The other part of the festival features tours offered by the Friendship Firehouse Museum which will showcase its amazing historical past from 1855 to present day. The festival will be sponsored by The Friendship Veterans Fire Engine Association which is an organization dedicated to encouraging fire safety in our neighborhoods.
Comcast Film Festival
(August 13-20, 2010)
Check out a selection of favorite films presented in a beautiful outdoor location like the lawn of the Universities at Shady Grove in Rockville, Maryland. For more information, visit dc.about.com.
Maryland Renaissance Festival
(August 28 – October 24, 2010; Crownsville, Maryland)
The Maryland Renaissance Festival will be taking place on the weekends of August 28-29, September 4, 5, 6, 11, 12, 18, 19, 25, 26 and October 2, 3, 9, 10, 16, 17, 23 & 24 from 10a.m.-7p.m. This amazing 16th century English fair is chock full of events including games, shows, crafts, live entertainment, period costumes, food and much more. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit www.rennfest.com.
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Snow Day Special at Mie N Yu
Don’t go stir crazy sitting in the house all weekend! Make your way down to Mie N Yu in Georgetown for some great values and good company! 2% off your total check for each inch of snow measured from the roof at Mie N Yu
at the time your check is presented offer good in the bar and dining room
Friday, 02.05.10 through Sunday, 02.07.10
Dining Room Reservations
enjoy a complimentary glass of house Champagne
Friday, 02.05.10 through Sunday, 02.07.10
Happy Hour Bartender
Watch the Blizzard on TV and outside on M Street from
The Hong Kong Bar
$3 Silk Road Shooters at the Bar
$4 Bacardi Cocktails at the Bar
PLUS…Super Bowl Sunday
after 5:00 pm on 02.07.10
Happy Hour Dim Sum specials priced starting at $3
$4.25 Beer and $5.45 Wine and Martinis
www.mienyu.com
3125 M Street, NW Washington DC 20007 202.333.6122
Snowed Out!
OnBoard Tours is snowed out today due to the winter storm. Our tours will resume Thursday, February 11, 2010, with the DC The Lights! Tour at 7:30pm. Check back here or call our office for updates.
Boo! Halloween in Washington DC
OnBoard Tours will show you all the hip places to haunt while you are in Washington DC for Halloween week. Check out our Things to Do in Washington DC for Halloween page here.
Cherry Blossom Festivities
National Cherry Blossom Festival Parade
(April 4; 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.; Constitution Ave. from 7th to 17th Streets N.W.)
The traditional National Cherry Blossom Parade, which runs along the length of Constitution Avenue, is a full on festival of lights and sounds. Performances include marching bands, appearances by Jeopardy! host Alex Trebek, American Idol finalist Kimberley Locke, Broadway’s Chicago belting out “All That Jazz” and the cast of Mamma Mia! performing “Dancing Queen”. This free event is not to be missed!
Cherry Blossom Festival Cultural Performances
Daily 12 p.m. (March 28 through April 12) Begins at noon daily; Tidal Basin Park, 1500 Maine Ave. S.W.; Free)
Cherry Blossom Festival Fireworks
(April 10; 5 p.m. – 9 p.m.; Tidal Basin; 600 Water St.)
As a festive end to the fourteen day National Cherry Blossom Festival, music, food, and a breath-taking display of fireworks will be set off at the Tidal Basin. Be sure to check out this fun event!
