FRIDAY NOVEMBER 5
SAVORY ICE CREAM: This is for real. Friday is the first day of Ice Cream Jubilee’s Thanksgiving-themed tasting flight. Each taster includes four mini scoops of each flavor: Honey Sage Stuffing (sage, rosemary, and cornbread); Black Pepper Bacon (spicy black pepper, maple, hickory smoke), Apple Butter Oatmeal Cookie (think: apple pie a la mode ); Sticky Toffee Pudding (spiced dates, brown sugar, candied toffee). You can walk up to any location and request a flight, but buying a ticket ensures your scoops won’t be sold out. (Ice Cream Jubilee locations; through Nov. 28; $6 – $12).
A DIFFERENT KIND OF BUFFALO: On Friday, the Hamilton Live is hosting the Donna the Buffalo, known for their original and cover songs ranging from zydeco to bluegrass. Both seated and standing tickets are available. Please note that the venue requires proof of vaccine or a negative COVID-19 test no more than 72 hours old. (The Hamilton Live; 6:30 p.m. doors, 8:00 p.m. show; $20 – $25)
MADAMS AND MISTRESSES: Brush up on your District history by attending a walking tour focused on the rise of prostitution in the District after the Civil War. The tour starts in front of the Willard Intercontinental Hotel before going down Pennsylvania Avenue and ending at the corner of 4th and Independence SW. Familiarize yourself with the former red light district and boarding houses that used to dot the downtown. (Willard Intercontinental Hotel; 7:00 p.m.; $25)
FLAMENCO: On Friday, GALA Hispanic Theatre is hosting the XVII Fuego Flamenco Festival. This weekend’s performance features local dancer Edwin Aparicio, in a restaging of his autobiographical piece Salvador (Savior). Proof of vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test is required for all attendees 12 years old and over. (GALA Hispanic Theatre; 8:00 p.m.; $55+)
MORE: Fridays at the Saloon, presented by Kinda Live Comedy (Saloon on U Street; 7:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.; FREE); Come C2C: Swahili Village (Swahili Village – The Consulate DC; 8:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.; $75+); Best Buddies Champion of the Year (Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center; 6:30 p.m.; $125+)
SATURDAY NOVEMBER 6
FLOWER TRUCK: Get your floral decor on. This weekend, Lily’s Flower Truck is joining forces with Piccolina for a workshop on autumn-themed floral decor. Attendees will enjoy a light breakfast while crafting their own bouquet. (CityCenter DC; 11:00 a.m.; $120+)
BRISKET: Unwind this weekend by attending Hatoba DC and Bark BBQ’s first-ever brisket collaboration. Attendees will be able to enjoy Smoked Brisket Ramen (for real) or a plate lunch of smoked brisket with happy hour cocktails. Supplies are limited, so make it an early lunch. (Hatoba; 12:00 p.m.; various prices)
BORDER WALL: On Saturday, the National Building Museum is unveiling its latest exhibition: The Wall/El Muro: What is a Border Wall?. The multi-media show examines “the role of design, architecture, planning and engineering in today’s border issues and challenges, as well as the border wall’s many impacts,” per curators. Both Spanish and English presentations are available. (National Building Museum; 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.; $7 – $10)
NIGHT MARKET: This Saturday, plan to stop by the REDEYE Night Market, an open-air night market from No Kings Collective and Events DC, stretching down Pennsylvania Ave. The event will feature local chefs and artists celebrating Asian cuisine — and will be hosting D.C.’s favorite vendors, from Anju to Bun’d Up to Sweets by Caroline. Proof of vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test is required for entry. (Pennsylvania Avenue Northwest between 3rd and 7th St; 4:00 p.m. – Midnight; FREE)
MORE: Hike to the Potomac for Teens (Gulf Branch Nature Center; 1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.; FREE); Family Walks in the Woods (Woodend Sanctuary; 2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.; $12+); Cherry Blossoms in the Fall (Tidal Basin; 10:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.; $89+); Wine & Cheese Tasting (The Lane; 3:00 p.m.; $30); The Last Waltz Tribute at the Hamilton Live! (The Hamilton Live; 6:30 p.m. doors, 8:00 p.m. show; $30+)
SUNDAY NOVEMBER 7
RECORD BEER: On Sunday, head to Hellbender Brewing Company in Northeast for an afternoon of food and vinyls. The brewery will be hosting a food truck and a spread of vinyl records for sale from local vendors. At that point, the beer is an added bonus. (Hellbender Brewing Company; 1:00 p.m.; free entry)
SYMPHONY: Close out your weekend with the Atlas Performing Arts Center in Northeast. On Sunday, the venue is opening their season (titled, Who Are We, D.C.?) with Carlos Simon’s Elegy, A Cry from the Grave. The musical performance will be followed by other selected pieces. (Atlas Performing Arts Center; 5:00 p.m.; $0 – $35)
MORE: Community Celebration and Open House (Friends Meeting of Washington Open House; 12:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.; FREE); Historic Alleyways (Starts at 909 M Street NW DC; 2:00 p.m.; $25+); The Von Mychael Sketch Show (DC Comedy Loft; 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.; $20+)
