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Deets: To celebrate National Lipstick Day, Lip Lab is offering 100 free appointments to consumers across its 17 locations (15 U.S. + 2 Canada).

On July 29th at 12PM EST, flyers with redemption details will be hidden in discrete locations in each market for people to discover IRL.

Hint for the Average Socialite: Follow @liplab’s social media channels for clues!

What’s Trending: @liplab

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Deets: Calling all D.C. United fans! The Stacks is hosting a Matchday Block Party on Saturday, July 26 to ramp up the matchday excitement. Just steps away from Audi Field, The Stacks will transform into the ultimate pre-game hangout with game day bites, craft beer, interactive fan zones, a video game truck and more classic tailgate games. Whether you’re a diehard fan, or just looking for a summer evening out, The Stacks is bringing the hype to kick off the evening right. Even if you're not heading to the match, this block party welcomes everyone looking to enjoy an energetic evening in the city.

Guests can expect:

• A cornhole alley to feed your competitive spirit, plus more lawn games 

• A video game truck to immerse yourself in virtual soccer matches

• A live DJ to keep the vibes high throughout the evening

• Food trucks serving up tailgate-style fare for purchase

• A beer garden featuring local craft brews and popular favorites for purchase

• Plenty of photo opportunities for the perfect Instagram game day shot

• Stadium-ready giveaways to accessorize before you head to the field

• A chance to win tickets to a future D.C. United Match 

Hint for the Average Socialite: The Stacks’ Matchday Block Party is FREE to attend. Guests must be 21+ to consume alcohol. Registration and more information can be found on Eventbrite.

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Deets: Washingtonian will once again celebrate its annual guide to the Best of Washington—published in the magazine’s July issue—at the Best of Washington event from 6-10 p.m. on Thursday, July 24, 2025 at the National Building Museum (401 F Street NW, Washington, DC 20001). Attendees will have the opportunity to sample bites from a combination of Washingtonian’s 100 Very Best Restaurants, Cheap Eats, and Best of Washington July issue survey winners all under one roof. The party will transport guests to a summer musical festival atmosphere, and will feature 60+ of Washingtonian’s top-rated restaurants.

Hint for the Average Socialite: Tickets are available now, starting at $195.

What’s Trending: #WashMagBOW

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Deets: a.kitchen+bar DC x Vin. Vitalité. presents Cultivating Connections: Women’s Voices in Wine, an inspiring evening highlighting women who are shaping the DMV wine scene—from vineyard to glass. This energizing panel discussion with five powerhouse women in wine, sharing stories of mentorship, growth, and how collaboration builds community. Let's toast to women pushing the industry forward! 

Hint for the Average Socialite: The evening will start with light bites from a. kitchen + bar and a welcome glass from Walsh Family Wines - included in the $20 ticket. The panel will last about an hour and guests are welcome to enjoy a selection of Walsh Family Wines available by the glass at the bar. Proceeds from the tickets and glasses sold will go toward Vin. Vitalité and their Scholarship Fund.

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Deets: Bravo at The Boro is back by popular demand! The Boro, Tysons’ premier destination for luxury urban living in the heart of Northern Virginia, invites all Bravo fans for a special outdoor screening of The Valley’s season 2 finale on Tuesday, July 22nd. 

To kick off the night, grab a complimentary craft canned cocktail inspired by your favorite Valley personalities before the finale kicks off at 9 p.m. Kick back under the summer stars and watch West Coast chaos take over while sipping and savoring the night. To pregame like a true Valley local, swing by The Boro’s retailers and grab some extra sips before the showdown begins.

Valley fans can also crank up the finale energy by throwing shade and shimmer with confessional-ready glitter tattoos. Snap and share your most over-the-top moments throughout the night for a chance to score Boro summer essentials like Jeni’s ice cream, Tysons Nail Lounge manicures, DermaGlow treatment gift cards and other can’t-miss prizes.

Bring your besties, a blanket or chair and join us as we toast to the sips being cold and the takes even hotter!

Hint for the Average Socialite: This is a FREE event for guests 21+. Guests must check in to receive a complimentary drink ticket.

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Deets: On July 20, 2025, from 4pm to 6pm the National Museum of Women in the Arts invites you to an afternoon full of cake, art, and community building in collaboration with The Big Cake Exchange.

Participants are invited to contribute a whole cake and, in return, sample slices from a wide array of fellow attendees. The event will be hosted in the museum’s iconic Great Hall, with views of the assembled cakes from the mezzanine. To-go boxes will be provided to encourage sharing and minimizing waste. Whether amateur bakers or seasoned pastry chefs, guests are encouraged to befriend fellow cake enthusiasts while sampling sweet delights surrounded by beautiful art.

Standard event ticket includes museum entrance, a box to fill with cake slices, and complimentary yuzu green tea provided by YUZUCO. VIP ticket-holders can attend and sample cakes, without bringing a cake of their own; limited quantity.

Hint for the Average Socialite: Registration required. General admission: $25, VIP: $75

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Deets: On Friday, July 18th, from 5:00 PM to 7:30 PM, CityCenterDC is set to transform into the ultimate playground for collectors, creatives, and fashion enthusiasts as Labubu & the City brings together the region’s most stylish toy collectors. Guests will showcase their best-dressed Labubu figures—some bedazzled with rhinestones, others tucked into designer totes—alongside their street-style looks.

This highly visual event will feature:

• Street Style Photography: Striking fashion moments between collectors and their Labubu companions. 

• Espresso Martinis by Blossom: Chic sips as guests mingle and pose.

• Themed Photo Stations: Instagram-worthy vignettes for solo Labubu portraits.

Hint for the Average Socialite: This FREE and open-to-the-public event seamlessly blends fashion, collectible art, and playful creativity, making it perfect for lifestyle and cultural coverage.

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Deets: Step into a world of danger, glamour, and spycraft at Dirty Habit’s Riviera Royale, where the International Spy Museum brings its blockbuster Bond in Motion exhibit to life for one thrilling night. Channel your inner 007 in the chic Glass House and Riviera Royal Courtyard for an immersive evening of espionage and elegance.

🎴 Find Your Covert Contact
Upon arrival, you’ll receive half a playing card. Your mission: locate your matching agent by the end of the night to win a martini! Bonus intel: some cards are unlocked with the purchase of a themed cocktail.

🕵️Spies On-Site
A Bond-inspired character will roam the event, dropping cryptic clues, sharing intel, and stirring up spy-level intrigue. Use your charm—and your wits—to engage them.

🎧 Licensed to DJ
A live DJ will be spinning Bond film favorites and sleek spy-inspired beats to keep the energy high and your cover cool all evening.

🎬 Bond on the Big Screen
Classic Bond film clips will play on screens throughout the venue—because nothing sets the tone like 007 in action.

📸 Photo Ops Galore
Strike your best spy pose at our stylish step + repeat. Need a gadget? Our giveaway station’s got you covered—with sunglasses, swag, and kickbacks to the Spy Museum.

🍽️ Food & Drinks Available for Purchase
From signature cocktails to bites worthy of Bond himself, enjoy a menu crafted to satisfy spies and villains alike.

Hint for the Average Socialite: Admission is complimentary and includes access to the event, spy game, giveaways, photo ops, and more. Spy attire encouraged. No gadgets required.

This is your invitation to a night of covert games, mystery, intrigu, and martinis in the moonlight.

What’s Trending: Want to extend the mission? Follow @DirtyHabitDC through July 31st for cryptic ciphers posted on social. Crack the code and reveal the secret phrase at Riviera Royale to receive **two martinis or frosés (with purchase)**. Spies drink free—if they’re clever.

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Deets: The Events DC Embassy Chef Challenge is a gathering of Embassy chefs from around the world, showcasing the unique flavors of their home countries in a friendly, delicious culinary competition. The 2025 Challenge is expecting participation from over 30 embassies, offering an immersive, global foodie experience only possible in Washington, DC. 

With more than 175 embassies in Washington DC,  this international culinary competition is a uniquely DC, one-of-a-kind, culturally enticing experience, not just in America, but around the globe. This prestigious culinary event is expected to sell out once again, attracting passionate and adventurous epicures for a light-hearted evening of rich cultural indulgence. 

Hint for the Average Socialite: Tickets are available at $150. Tickets include all the global sips and bites and live entertainment

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Deets: Get ready for the ultimate L.O.L. Surprise! experience! Join us on 7.07 as we celebrate L.O.L. Surprise! Day and the launch of our brand new Eye Spy Series with a totally free escape game adventure!

Book your experience below! This special event will be available for one day only, July 7th, 2025. Come celebrate L.O.L Surprise! Day with Jessica Spy and friends with the ultimate escape room adventure!

This event will be held on July 7th, at The Escape Game DC in Penn Quarter!

Hint for the Average Socialite: Book free now!

What’s Trending: @theescapegame

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Deets: For those who are not able to travel to the UK for Royal Ascot this June, Fairmont Washington, D.C., Georgetown is holding a Royal Ascot Garden Party. On Friday, June 20 from 3pm until 5pm, the Loggia and courtyard garden will be transformed into a Royal Ascot Enclosure.

Royal Ascot is the unmissable event of the British summer social and sporting season, five spectacular days in June where excellent horseracing, fashion, pageantry and the finest food abounds. Fairmont’s Royal Ascot Garden Party guests will enjoy dining on royal fare, sipping champagne, Pimm’s Cups and Mint Juleps in the Royal Enclosure.  Large screens will show case Royal Ascot Ladies’ Day scenes,

All guests donning hats, fascinators and Ascot attire will be eligible to win prizes for most authentic, fabulous and over-the-top. A ceremonial celebration featuring authentic Scottish bagpiper and a champagne sabering will kick-off the afternoon festivities.

Executive Chef Jaime Montes de Oca and Executive Pastry Chef Lyndsey Barton are creating Royal Ascot-inspired afternoon tea fare and picnic baskets with many of the Royal’s favorite recipes.

Elena Wittman, of ArtofHats Studio will present an elegant art of millinery, (hat making).  Hats and headpieces will be available for sale and, she will talk about which headpieces to wear for various events.  Jo Malone London, City Center will provide a pop-up shop featuring the finest candles and amenities and Jaguar Land Rover of Alexandria* will display a new Jaguar and Land Rover in the hotel’s drive.

Life-sized cutouts of the Royals will create perfect photo opportunities. Staff members will be dressed for the occasion and don hats fit for the Royal Ascot. Prizes will be awarded at 4pm for most creative fascinators, hats and overall Royal Ascot Garden Party attire.  Prizes are courtesy of Fairmont Washington, D.C., Georgetown, Jaguar Land Rover of Alexandria and Jo Malone London City Center.

Hint fort the Average Socialite: Fairmont’s Royal Enclosure is $125 per person and includes a Pimm’s Cup or a Mint Julep made with Uncle Nearest Premium Whiskey and Royal Afternoon Tea fare. Additional cocktails, Moet & Chandon and Veuve Clicquot are available for purchase. 

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Deets: National Harbor will hold its fourth Annual Juneteenth Freedom Celebration on Thursday, June 19 from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. The event, “Rooted in Resilience, Growing in Unity,” honors Juneteenth’s legacy commemorating the ending of slavery when the emancipation proclamation was finally enforced in Texas on June 19, 1865. 

The event at National Harbor will kick off at 11 a.m. until 5:30 p.m. with a Black-owned marketplace in the Capital Canopy (151 National Plaza). More than 30 vendors will showcase Black-owned businesses and provide a range from clothing to accessories to home goods.

Live entertainment will take place from 2 to 6:30 p.m. and will include music, performances and interactive experiences on the Plaza Stage (150 National Plaza).

Movies on the Potomac will feature Black Panther starting at 7 p.m. on the big waterfront screen (150 National Plaza.)

Hint for the Average Socialite: The event is free and open to the public, inviting the community to come together for a cultural celebration.

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Deets: DC’s newest waterfront neighborhood, The Stacks invites you to transport yourself to an evening in Italy without leaving D.C. for La Dolce Vita Soirée, a Mediterranean-inspired celebration that brings the spirit of la dolce vita to life. From spritzes and al fresco bites to golden hour activities galore, The Stacks is the perfect backdrop for enjoying the simple pleasures of an Italian summer. Join us on Friday, June 13, for an unforgettable evening of Mediterranean-inspired activities, including:

• Aperol Spritz & Wine Garden: Unwind with refreshing cocktails and delicious summer mocktails.

• Artisanal Gelato Cart: Cool off with a complimentary scoop* of handcrafted gelato in assorted flavors.

• Flower Truck: Take home a complimentary* bouquet of seasonal blooms.

• Food Trucks: Grab a selection of Italian-inspired bites. 

• Lawn Games: Enjoy some friendly competition with bocce and other classic outdoor favorites.

• Live DJ: Soak in the sounds of the season with a mix of Italian beats and summertime jams.

• Market with Local Artisans: Browse and shop a curated selection of handmade goods from local makers.

• Live Artists: Watch talented artists bring Italian summer scenes to life with live-painted art.

• Photo Booth and Instagrammable Moments: Capture the evening’s magic with picturesque backdrops inspired by the streets and coastlines of Italy.

Hint for the Average Socialite: This event is family and pet-friendly, and FREE to attend. Guests must be 21+ to consume alcohol. Registration and more information can be found on Eventbrite. Complimentary bouquets and gelato will be available for the first 50 guests. Guests must register via Eventbrite to redeem. Bouquets and gelato will also be available for purchase throughout the evening.

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Deets: Bring the whole crew and join the Lucky Strike Launch Party made for families, fun-lovers, and anyone ready to play! Here’s what’s waiting for you:

• Free Bowling Fun – One free game per guest*

• Arcade Awesomeness – $10 arcade card on the house

• Tasty Bites – Complimentary snacks while supplies last

• Photo Ops & Good Vibes – Snap some pics, make some memories

• Grown-Up Sips – Full bar available for the adults

Big fun for little ones and grown-ups too! Come celebrate, play, and make it a day to remember.

Hint for the Average Socialite: This event is FREE. One free game of bowling and one $10 arcade card per guest. Bowling is based on lane availability.

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Deets: Join Mount Vernon District Supervisor Dan Storck for our First Annual SUMMER PALOOZA on Saturday, June 7 from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. at the Mount Vernon Governmental Center (2511 Parkers Lane)!

This FREE, family-friendly event will include live music by Riptide, free food, a petting zoo with animals from Frying Pan Park, exhibitors with information about dogs, the environment, County resources and more. We will also have a kids zone, touch-a-truck fun and a beer garden by Bunnyman Brewing. Come out for a day of fun in the sun!

Hint for the Average Socialite: The event is FREE and open to the public. Parking is available at Whitman Middle School and Sherwood Regional Library with FCPD assisting with road crossing. The event is rain or shine!

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Deets: Celebrate World Pride at Phillips after 5! Join us for a fabulous evening developed in partnership with Vagenesis, Empress Emeritus de Ardeur.

• See the exhibition Essex Hemphill: Take care of your blessings.

• Spotlight Talks will highlight artworks by LGBTQIA+ artists on view.

• Drag performance by Vagenesis.

• The ever-talented multi-instrumentalist Baddie Brooks performs in the Music Room.

• Sign-up for a “Styled to the Nines” workshop with makeup artist, model, performer, and drag queen extraordinaire Citrine.

• Be inspired by live painting by artist and performer Virya Shavansana.

• As you arrive, be greeted by Anja (on roller blades!).

• Bejewel your own whistle for the Capital Pride Parade.

• Try samples from Republic Restoratives distillery.

• Bread Furst cafe will be serving lobster and crab rolls, beer, wine, and specialty cocktails: aperol spritz and orange crush.

• DJ Nia from Eaton Radio Workshop will spin a special Pride themed set in the courtyard.

Hint for the Average Socialite: Tickets are $20; free for members. Member guest passes are not valid for Phillips after 5 events. Food and drinks for sale. ID check for alcohol purchases.

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Deets: Mark your calendars for our favorite day of the year! Join Union Market for a fun, mission-driven event that celebrates community and conversation, and ensures that culinary professionals have the opportunities, training and resources they need.

Sunday Supper at Union Market celebrates the collaborative and welcoming spirit of this uniquely inclusive community. It’s a fantastic opportunity to create bonds and connections through lively conversation around the table while delighting in the incredible talents of our featured chefs and tastemakers.

Hint for the Average Socialite: Dress to Disco-Impress! Tickets start at $275.

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Deets: Come get a "taste" for all Wheaton has to offer: delicious food from diverse ethnic restaurants, live entertainment and dance from local performers, local artisan and business vendors and kids' crafts activities and face painting. Their signature  event, attracting thousands of attendees to downtown Wheaton, MD is scheduled for Sunday, June 1, from 11am to 5pm at Marian Fryer Town Plaza in downtown Wheaton (2424 Reedie Drive, Wheaton, MD 20902). 

EVENT DETAILS

Live Music

• 11:30 AM -12:30 PM: Gordon Sterling and The People (Jam rock/Soul): https://www.mojoartists.com/gordon-sterling-and-the-people

• 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM: Crank Caviar (Go-Go): https://crankcaviar.com/

• 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM: Quimbao (Latin): https://quimbaolatinband.com/

• 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM: Secret Society (Urban Contemporary): http://www.secretsocietylive.com/#page-top
  

Dance Performances

• 12:30 PM - 1:00 PM:Wheaton Studio of Dance (Ballet. Tap, Hip-Hop, Jazz): https://www.wheatonstudioofdance.com/

• 2:00 PM - 2:30 PM: Soka Tribe (Caribbean carnival dancers and pannist): https://www.sokatribe.com/

• 3:30 PM - 4:00 PM: Titanes salseros (Einstein HS award winning Competitive Latin Dance Team): https://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/schools/einsteinhs/students/titanessalseros

Hint for the Average Socialite: The event is FREE and open to the public. It will take place rain or shine.

What’s Trending: #TasteOfWheatonMD @Wheaton_MD @WheatonMD

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Deets: Come to downtown Bethesda on Friday nights for our free Summer Concert Series! From May to September enjoy free outdoor concerts featuring bands from all over the DMV! Genres include bluegrass, Latino, rock and roll, afropop, and more! Tables and chairs are provided but fill up quickly, so be sure to arrive early! Concerts take place on Norfolk Avenue between St. Elmo & Cordell, and start at 6pm.

Full Schedule:

• May 16 – Burt the Dirt

• May 23 – Elikeh

• May 30 – ilyAIMY

• June 6 – DC Mudd

• June 13 – Potomac Fever

• June 20 – Billy Coulter Band

• June 27 – Soul Crackers

• Jul 11 – TNT – Linwood Taylor & Michael Tash Band

• Jul 18 – La Unica

• Jul 25 – Rise Band & Show

• Sep 5 – Patrick Alban & Noche Latina

• Sep 12 – Miss Monster

• Sep 19 – Kiti Gartner & the Drifting Valentines

Hint for the Average Socialite: The event is FREE and open to the public!

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Deets: Come join Smoke & Mirrors for a fun-filled event to kick off the summer season. Get ready to enjoy refreshing drinks, delicious food, live music, and great company as we celebrate the start of sunny days and warm nights. Don't miss out on the chance to make some unforgettable memories and toast to the beginning of summer with us! First of the 5 monthly Summer Series events!

What to Expect:

• Immersive Cocktail Bars — Enjoy cocktail activations, featuring premium spirits from Bacardi’s renowned portfolio, including D'USSÉ, Patrón, Angel’s Envy, and Grey Goose.

• Gourmet Bites — Passed hors d'oeuvres to complement your cocktail journey.

• Live DJ — Groove to the beats of a live DJ as you mix and mingle with DC’s finest.

• On Site Raffles- 20 Mystery vouchers will be raffled off. Ranging from 15%-50% off future checks, Complimentry cocktails, and Complimentry Dinners for Two.

• Full Bar- Full bar will be available for additional cocktails and drinks for purchase.

Hint for the Average Socialite: Tickets start from $60 for General Admission Tickets including group rates

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Deets: As the Black-and-Red face off against the New England Revolution, the club will welcome fans and their canine companions for a night that blends high-energy soccer with dog-friendly fun

Fans can enjoy custom doggie bags filled with treats, themed concessions, water bowls, designated relief stations for pups, and a donation drive in partnership with the Humane Rescue Alliance. Fans are encouraged to bring new or gently used pet supplies.

Hint for the Average Socialite: Tickets are on sale now for $30 + a dog goodie bag.

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Deets: Join NWMA for a creative and engaging after-hours experience! Peruse the galleries, grab a cocktail, listen to a performance, attend a tour or participate in art-making and craft activities. This event is co-hosted by We Met IRL, who engage attendees in their mission of community- and relationship-building.

Hint for the Average Socialite: Ticket includes two drinks; additional drinks for purchase. $25; $22 for seniors/students; $20 NMWA members. Reservations required; tickets available May 7 at 10 AM.