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When:

• Friday, December 1 from 5:30 - 8:30 PM

• Saturday, December 2 from 1 - 8 PM

• Sunday, December 3 from 1 - 5 PM

Deets: Have yourself a “Merri” holiday season with a visit to Downtown Columbia’s annual holiday market open December 1st through 3rd in Color Burst Park. Support unique small businesses as you wander through an array of holiday pop-ups from over 25 regional vendors. There is something for everyone's wish list, including clothing, jewelry, body care products, stationary, home decor, crystals, sweet treats and more. A complete list of vendors and their schedules can be found here.

Hint for the Average Socialite: Admittance is free. Prices vary depending on the vendor.

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Deets: On the fateful morning of April 15th, 1912, the Titanic sank in the icy waters of the North Atlantic and claimed the lives of 1,496 people. More than a century after the 1912 tragedy, Titanic. The Exhibition – created by award-winning exhibitions creator and producer Musealia – arrives in the metropolitan DC area this fall after successful runs in New York City and London. 

Titanic: The Exhibition, a narrative journey bringing to light the fates of the passengers and crew aboard the sinking ship, will open at National Harbor, on the banks of the Potomac River, just minutes from the nation’s capital on Friday, October 21 and currently has timed entrees through December 10.

Bringing with it a selection of personal artifacts never-before-seen in the DMV that tell touching stories of the ship's passengers and crew, Titanic. The Exhibition will display around 200 objects from both passengers and crew members, retelling a very human side to the story of the ship’s sinking. Visitors will be able to experience life-size recreations of some of the ship’s interiors and learn more about the history of the ship through dynamic audio guides, which also feature music and sound effects. 

Hint for the Average Socialite: Buy tickets now!

What’s Trending: @titanictheexhibition

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Deets:  Water Lantern Festival is an amazing experience where you'll witness the magic of lanterns as they light up the water. 

Tickets are on sale for the Water Lantern Festival in Washington DC at National Harbor.

Hint For The Average Socialite:  Get tickets now!

What's Trending:  #waterlanterndc

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Deets: The Nevermore Haunt is located in the heart of Baltimore, Maryland. Open 13 nights in October, it is consistently among the highest-rated haunted houses in Maryland. The Nevermore Haunt is known for its elaborate sets, terrifying characters, and state-of-the-art special effects. The haunted house themes draw from local Baltimore history. It is also known for its sideshow performances, which feature bizarre and over-the-top acts. Bizarre creatures, terrifying visions of the past and heart pounding horrors torment visitors brave enough to enter. Historically themed and extraordinarily scary, The Nevermore Haunt is unlike any haunted house you’ve ever seen! Featuring Sideshow performances including magic, strongman and fortune tellers, free on-site parking, concession and outdoor bar.

Hint for the Average Socialite: Buy tickets now!

What’s Trending: @nevermore.baltimore

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When: September 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 from 5pm-8pm

Deets: On Saturdays in September, Glenstone is open until 8pm.

• A 5:00 p.m. nature walk focused on Ellsworth Kelly’s love of nature and Glenstone’s organic landscape management practices.

• A 6:30 p.m. curatorial discussion of Ellsworth Kelly’s Yellow Curve, 1990.

• Live music at the Patio, with wine and beer from local breweries available for purchase

Hint for the Average Socialite: Tickets for Saturdays in September are available on our Schedule a Visit page. Some tickets for the month will be released initially on August 16. Additional releases will be on September 1 at 10 a.m. and on Mondays of each week at 12 p.m. for the coming Saturday in September.

Our Guaranteed Entry program will be honored during these extended hours, and the last admissions will be at 6:00 p.m. If you are planning to take the Route 301 Ride On Bus, please check their Saturday schedule in advance, as service will not be modified on these days.

Please note that parking is limited, and Glenstone recommends carpooling. Walk-in entry is not guaranteed unless it is part of our Guaranteed Entry programs.

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Deets: Summer Restaurant Week, presented by Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington (RAMW), returns as the biannual celebration of the region’s spirited restaurant industry. Restaurant Week invites everyone to close out summer with the return of one of the area’s most anticipated food-related summer celebrations. This year’s cycle leads into exciting happenings like DC Jazz Fest and Labor Day Weekend. Additionally, the summer promotion will include a selection of restaurants located at Ronald Reagan Washington National and Washington Dulles International Airports further expanding the promotion to all that arrive and depart our region.

Participating restaurants will offer multi-course brunch and lunch menus for $25 per person, and multi-course dinner menus for $40 or $55 per person for on-premises dining. Many restaurants will also offer cocktail, wine, and non-alcoholic pairings, giving diners wanting to partake in the program a variety of beverages to choose from.

Hint for the Average Socialite: Visit www.rwdmv.com for links to participating restaurants, special menus, contact information, and hours of operation.

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Deets: BANKSYLAND is a 22-city international touring exhibition that immerses audiences in the works of the world's most infamous and elusive artist: BANKSY. After selling out multiple dates in 16 cities, the all new D.C. area exhibit features more than 80 pieces and installations; including original and studio works, salvaged street artworks, and never-before-seen immersive installations at a secret location just off the beltway (will be announced to ticket holders only 1-2 weeks before opening). Experience the mystique and cultural impact of the most sought after artist of our time, live and in person.

Hint for the Average Socialite: Tickets are $22 (students, military), $29 general admission and  $59 (VIP, which includes a limited edition screen print poster and the audio guided tour), plus sales tax.

High sell out risk.  Limited ticket availability. Children 6 & under are free (no ticket required).

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Deets: Big Night DC New Year's Eve Extravaganza is excited to be back again at the Gaylord National Hotel & Resort!  Ring in 2023 as this will be our biggest and most-amazing New Year's Eve celebration yet.

Big Night DC is the perfect, ALL-INCLUSIVE night. Leave your wallet at home because your tickets are inclusive: all drinks included, entertainment throughout the FIFTEEN different party zones.

You are free to roam, beverage in hand, from party room to party room.  Get your groove on in the Retro Zone...or one of the several Club Zones...or check out the silent disco and much more. All the while, over 20 popular deejays and bands will be playing throughout the gala's many party areas.

This Spectacular Event Features:

• FIFTEEN Themed Party Areas

• SIX hours of partying

• Awesome Band Lineup

• Great DJ Lineup

• Midnight Celebration

• Party Favors

• Discounted hotel rooms available now!

• Exquisite Gaylord Cuisine Options

Hint for the Average Socialite: Tickets are on sale now. Buy your tickets now and save $20 during our early bird special. Use promo code SAVE20 (valid for Main Event and VIP only). Offer available for the first 500 tickets sold! You must be at least 21 to attend.

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Deets: Gaylord National Resort invites guests to “freeze the day” this Christmas season as the hotel’s beloved longtime holiday tradition, ICE!, returns November 25 through December 31 after a two-year hiatus.

Using more than 2 million pounds – or 1,000 tons – of ice, the amusing holiday classic, ‘A Christmas Story™’ will be brought to life in ice sculpture form by a team of 40 world-class ice artisans from Harbin, China. This is the first time A Christmas Story has been featured at ICE! during the resort’s holiday celebration.

This year, guests will experience over 10 scenes from the hilarious family tale in magnificent hand-carved sculptures made of ice. Featured scenes include the old man’s major award, Aunt Clara’s pink nightmare and the ultimate triple dog dare at the school’s flagpole and more!

While ICE! is the signature attraction for the 2022 Christmas at Gaylord National celebration, there are plenty more festive activities, events, attractions, and dazzling decorations throughout the massive 19-story hotel. The entire resort transforms into a holiday wonderland with more than 2 million lights, 160 elaborately themed Christmas trees, more than 10,000 ornaments, and miles of garland. Christmas shows are presented in the garden Atrium, while parts of the convention center transform into Christmas Village, a bustling, holiday hamlet with Bavarian-style village storefronts, family-friendly activities, characters, and a giant Christmas store.

Hint for the Average Socialite: Buy tickets for the various events now and bundle to save!

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Deets: Now in its eighth year, Miracle is a global Christmas pop-up franchise developed by Cocktail Kingdom and has grown to over 120 international locations. Death Punch Bar is thrilled to represent Washington DC.

Participating locations in the DC area:

• Ashburn, VA – Miracle on Exchange St.

• Baltimore, MD – Miracle at Leinie Lodge & Beer Garden

• Washington, DC – Miracle at Death Punch Bar

• Reston, VA – Sippin’ Santa at Tiki Thai

Hint for the Average Socialite: Make your reservations at the individual locations!

What’s Trending: @miraclepopup @sippinsanta

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When: Performances begin on Friday, July 1st at 8pm and play Friday evening is at 8pm, Saturday Evening’s at 5pm and 8pm and Sundays at Noon and 5pm through July 31st. 

Deets: As an all-in-one immersive mixology experience, SPEAKEASY combines the worlds of cirque, illusion, burlesque, and musical theatre with an upscale cocktail flight.  Each ticket for this mixology experience includes a flight of five cocktails and an appetizer from Bond 45’s world class culinary team. Dinner and a Show packages which include a three course meal at Bond 45 are also available.

SPEAKEASY is directed by Holly-Anne Devlin whose Broadway and Touring credits include Jersey Boys, Billy Crystal’s 700 Sundays and Bring It On The Musical, choreographed by Broadway’s Michael Fatica (Beetlejuice, Hello Dolly, Frozen) and features the top cirque, burlesque, and theatrical performers.

Hint for the Average Socialite: Tickets start at $99 and may be purchased exclusively on Fever, and include a snack and five decadent signature cocktails designed by the master mixologists of Fireman Hospitality Group. Dining packages are available before and after the show to complete the supper club experience.

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Deets: Circus star and tight rope champion Bello Nock will take the stage at The Theater at MGM National Harbor for 12 riveting performances during the summer production of FUNAMBULA. The theatrical circus sensation will deliver thrills and laughs with a cast of world-class acrobats and aerialists from June 29 through July 13.

FUNAMBULA will offer more than a dozen acts including death-defying daredevils, mesmerizing acrobats and a variety of never-before-seen stunts, fan-favorite acts and characters guaranteed to entertain and inspire the whole family. Produced by DreamCast Entertainment exclusively for MGM Resorts International, FUNAMBULA will have guests on the edge of their seats as incredibly talented performers ascend their art to new heights.

Hint for the Average Socialite: Tickets go on sale May 27 at 10 a.m. ET and can be purchased online. FUNAMBULA performances are 7 p.m. Monday – Wednesday, excluding July 4, and 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. on July 3, 9, and 10. Tickets are $15.00, $25.00 and $35.00 plus tax and service fees.

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Deets: National Harbor and its restaurant partners are kicking off 2022 with a celebration of food and entertainment including specially-priced prix fixe menus, cooking and cocktail demonstrations from chefs and bartenders at National Harbor, ask the chef Facebook live segments and specials for The Capital Wheel and Bobby McKey’s Dueling Piano Bar.  Fooduary kicks off on January 21 and will run through January 30 with more than 10 participating locations.

Hint for the Average Socialite: Restaurants will offer pre fixe menus including Succotash, Bond 45, Fiorella Italian Kitchen & Pizzeria, Rosa Mexicano, Grace’s Mandarin, , and Mason’s Famous Lobster Roll. MGM National Harbor’s restaurants Voltaggio brothers, Diablo Cantina and TAP Sports Bar. Visitors are invited to enjoy options via dine-in, carryout or delivery. Some restaurants offer outdoor heated patios.

Bobby McKey’s Dueling Piano Bar is offering free general admission for evening shows with proof of Restaurant Week receipt. The Capital Wheel, National Harbor’s iconic 180-foot observation wheel, will offer a $10 ticket (does not include tax) when presenting a Fooduary restaurant receipt at the ticket booth. The offer is valid for up to four general admission tickets. Visitors at George Washington’s Mount Vernon can receive 20% off a grounds pass with promotional code “Fooduary,” for up to six tickets. All promotions are valid during Fooduary (Jan. 21-30) and may not be combined with other offers.

While visiting National Harbor, guests can experience the venue from 180 feet above in the warmth of The Capital Wheel’s heated gondolas while enjoying spectacular views. 

A “thank your server” campaign will also take place with an opportunity for customers to post on Instagram their favorite server’s name and restaurant tagged with #ThankYourServerNH. Servers will be entered in a drawing for a variety of prizes throughout National Harbor.

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Deets: MGM National Harbor is celebrating the Year of the Tiger with a variety of cultural experiences including a striking Conservatory display featuring a 30-foot-tall gold leaf bamboo forest, Lunar New Year celebration menu at Ginger, traditional Lion Dance and more.

Guests can meet at the Casino Valet on Sunday, Feb. 20 at 6 p.m. for a special Lion Dance that traditionally brings prosperity and good luck for the upcoming year.

The Conservatory

MGM National Harbor’s newest Conservatory display is layered with meaningful features honoring the Year of the Tiger and is designed to wish prosperity and luck to all who visit. Designers Cory Pope and Le Savarese of SolarLife Technologies worked to bring the display to life, and a Feng Shui master ensured the positive flow of energy throughout the Conservatory. Guests can experience the festive display now through March 12.

The 2022 Lunar New Year Conservatory display features:

• A 10-foot-tall animatronic tiger adorned with colorful sequins

• A 22-foot-tall flickering Chinese lantern

• A 30-foot-tall gold leaf bamboo forest

• A money tree adorned with 260 oversized gold coins

• Eight 8-foot-wide hand-painted lanterns

• Ten 4 to 6-foot fans with hand-painted scenery

• Six 25-foot-long gold leaf chains

• Two large bonsai trees, a large wooden bridge and multiple ponds

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Deets: Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington (RAMW) announced today the roster of restaurants participating in Winter Restaurant Week from Monday, January 17, to Sunday, January 23. The signature winter dining event returns as a full one-week promotion focused on dining out, while giving diners much of what they have grown to love over the past few cycles, including RW-To-Go dinner meals and cocktail pairings.

Participating restaurants will offer multi-course brunch and lunch menus for $25 per person, and multi-course dinner menus for $40 or $55 per person for on-premises dining. Many restaurants will also offer RW-To-Go dinner meals, available at two price points: $70 or $100 for two people and $140 or $200 for four people.

Hint for the Average Socialite: Explore the list today.

What’s Trending: #rwdmv @ramwdc www.rwdmv.com