On Saturday, thousands of protesters are expected to descend upon Washington for the third annual Women’s March. Whether you’re marching or not, the excitement doesn’t have to end there. All day and into the night, there are plenty of food and drink specials, with many donating portions of their profits to charity.
1101 Connecticut Avenue NW
Gregorys Coffee knows it’ll be a busy day, which is why they’re providing marchers with a free drink at its new Connecticut Avenue location on the morning of the march. Even though the New York coffee chain recently moved to D.C., it has quickly expanded with four different locations around the District. Come into the Connecticut Ave. location wearing Women’s March swag to redeem a free coffee.
2007 14th St. NW
On the morning of the march, Marvin will offer complimentary water bottles outside of the restaurant, along with cards to redeem a free drink later in the evening. From 6:30 p.m. until early morning, party the night away at Marvin’s “Drinking In Unity” event, featuring an all-female lineup of DJs and artists. Turn in your drink card from the morning for a free Marvin’s Cup, a hot toddy-ish drink of Crown Apple, cider, lemon, and star anise.
1369 New York Avenue NE
The District’s first woman-owned distillery will be celebrating this weekend with a Women’s March afterparty in their tasting room. Sip on cocktails made from the distillery’s spirits such as apple brandy and vodka while enjoying gourmet hot dogs from Baltimore mother-daughter duo Sporty Dog Creations. A portion of the day’s sales will go towards the official Women’s March organization. Register for free here.
Various locations
Restaurateur brothers Ian and Eric Hilton own more than a half dozen bars and restaurants around the District, and this weekend they’ll be giving back. Marchers can stop by one of the Hilton brothers’ locations while wearing Women’s March attire for a 10 percent discount off a signature cocktail. In addition, 10 percent from each bill will be donated to the Women’s March organization. Participating locations include The Brixton, Satellite Room, American Ice Company, El Rey, Players Club, Ten Tigers Parlour, Brighton, Gaslight Tavern, and Chez Billy Sud.
1423 P St. NW
Cocktail aficionados can stop by Logan Tavern to sip on the special Future is Female cocktail, made with local Ivy City gin, rosewater infused simple syrup, lemon, and sparkling water. On Saturday, 25 percent of the $11 drink’s proceeds go towards Planned Parenthood.
627 H St. NW
Chinatown’s Pod Hotel will be offering specials across its three levels, the Whiskey Bar, Diner, and View penthouse. There will be a #WomensWave happy hour drink menu and a quarter of the proceeds will be donated to the Women’s March organization. The Diner will be open from 8 a.m.-midnight, with happy hour running from 10 a.m.-6 p.m., while View and Whiskey Bar open at 5 p.m.
1201 K St. NW
The posh Franklin Square hotel is making a weekend out of the Women’s March. A pop-up art installation from Planned Parenthood featuring films, writings, and visual art will grace the lobby, and Friday’s pre-march events include a documentary screening and free panel on women in sustainability. On the morning of the march, Eaton will lead a free meditation session in its new wellness center, and will offer post-march cocktails at its rooftop bar.
This post has been updated with new happy hour hours for Crimson.
