November has arrived, and the social calendar is changing right along with the color of the leaves.
Here’s what’s happening around the District + beyond this week:
EDITOR’S PICKS
WEDNESDAY:
The Music of Hey Arnold! Live
Celebrate the show’s 30th anniversary with a live concert by Jim Lang & The PS 118 AllStars who created the show’s iconic soundtrack accompanied by multimedia visuals, stories behind the music, and an appearance from the series’ creator Craig Bartlett
(9:30 Club | 7p, resale tickets for $10: SeatGeek | StubHub)
FRIDAY:
The Don Brown Collective Live in DC
The LA-based jazz group brings its signature sound to DC’s only Black woman-owned brewery for the venue’s first live jazz session
(Urban Garden Brewhouse | 7p - 10p, $15)
Its a Fake Wedding DC
A playful wedding-inspired experience bringing guests together for a celebration with all the ceremony and none of the commitment.
(Sax | 11p, $42+)
SATURDAY:
Belgian Bounce Beer Release Celebration With TCB + UGB
A special beer-release celebrating brews + DC’s go-go culture at the city’s only Black woman-owned brewery
(Urban Garden Brewhouse | 7p - 11p, free)
Panic! At The Gogo: Farm Edition
Alternative rock, emo + go-go meet farm fun for a night of live music + fall festivities like pumpkin carving, a campfire sing-along + more.
(Location in Upper Marlboro, MD given to attendees | 7p - 11p, $10+)
OPEN SATURDAY | Remember Me: Picturing African Americans in Early Photography
Explore nearly 70 rare photographs capturing Black life, identity + self-expression, revealing how African Americans used photography to celebrate their communities and challenge stereotypes. Runs through March 14.
(National Gallery of Art | free during operating hours)
ACTIVITIES + EXPERIENCES
WEDNESDAY 11.4
Pasta Class with Chef JR - Fraiche | 6p - 8p, $116
Cooking class with a 3-course dinner + wine pairingsApril Ryan with Dr. Kimberlé Crenshaw discussing “Notes On A Blacklash” - Church of the Redeemer in Baltimore, MD | 7p, free / $32 to include a book
THURSDAY - SATURDAY
HBCU First LOOK Film Festival presented by STARZ - Howard University | various workshop/panel times, $36
Three days of film screenings, masterclasses, industry conversations + networking celebrating HBCU talent and the next generation of Black storytellers.
THURSDAY 11.5
The ROW Opening Party - Union Market District | 5:30p - 8p, free
Kickoff for a holiday shopping market with live music & free shopping bags while supplies lastToasted Trackside - Rosecroft Raceway in Fort Washington, MD | 6:30p - 11p, free
Horse racing event with food trucks, music, & cigars
SATURDAY 11.7
The Saturday Pour - Virginia Wine Country tour with pickup from Oxon Hill Park & Ride | 10a - 5p, $164
Hosted by a Black-owned social group, best for 30+The Salty x Táche: An Exclusive First Taste - The Salty Donut | 10a - 3p, $10
Taste test a new drink & donut collaborationAdams Morgan Fall PorchFest - The Adams Morgan neighborhood transforms into an open-air music festival with 100+ bands across 20+ stages, featuring live performances, local vendors + neighborhood specials, all for free from 12p - 5p
DC Beer Fest - Nationals Park | 12p - 8p, $67
Strength in the City Festival - HQO Events | 9a - 2p, $60
Wellness festival featuring 10+ fitness classes, yoga, Pilates, dance, recovery experiences, local vendors + a free community run/walk.Devin The Dude Meet And Greet - Cookies Dispensary - U St | 5:30p - 7:30p, $93
Style and Sip DMV - AutoShop Union Market | 12p - 6p, $36
Curated shopping experience2026 Cider Ride Presented By Waymo - starts at metrobar | 8a - 4p, $50+
Community bike ride with stops for apple cider & donuts and a finish line celebrationDCity Smokehouse Wing Eating Competition - FL Ave location | 1p - 3p, free
Farm & Friends - Montpelier Farms in Upper Marlboro, MD | 11a - 2p, free
Black social group meet up at a farm for corn mazes, games, pumpkin patches, & more
SUNDAY 11.8
Black Books Matter: Wearable Art Weekend - MahoganyBooks in National Harbor, MD | 1p, $34+
An on-site artist will be customizing T-shirts and sweatshirts
SOCIAL EVENTS
TUESDAY 11.3
Midterm Election Night Watch Party - Saint Ex | 8p - 12a, free
WEDNESDAY 11.4
Midnight Radio - SOST | 8p - 1a, free
THURSDAY 11.5
The Great R&B Debate: SWV vs Xscape - Lucky Bar | 7p - 2a, free
FRIDAY 11.6
First Fridays - 12 Stories | 8p - 2a, free before 11p with RSVP
Slow Moetion - Rosemarino D’Italia | 9p - 1a, free
SATURDAY 11.7
Hoodie Season Volume X - Location given to attendees | 4p - 9:45p, $30+
Cookout vibes for ages 25+. Hoodies mandatory
CONCERTS + SHOWS
TUESDAY 11.3
B6 - DC9 | 8p, $26+
WEDNESDAY 11.4
The Music of Hey Arnold! Live - 9:30 Club | 7p, resale tickets for $10+
SeatGeek | StubHub
FRIDAY + SATURDAY (11.6 + 11.7)
Lil Duval - Baltimore Comedy Factory in MD | 9:45, $50+
SATURDAY 11.7
Scarface Birthday Concert ft. Devin the Dude - Howard Theatre | 10p, $97+
Natanya: The Attitude Tour - Songbyrd | 7p, $30 (currently waitlist only)
Best Friends Podcast - Howard Theatre | 6p, $45+
SUNDAY 11.8