Make no mistake: This is one of the busiest weekends of the season, with something for everyone. Want to learn more about faraway countries on free embassy tours? Want to listen to jazz or bluegrass groups or house DJs at an outdoor concert? Want to sip margaritas and watch chihuahuas race for glory? Want to relive your youth watching “Star Wars” movies — or have your kid train to be a jedi? Speaking of kids, do you know one who would love to climb into the cab of a construction vehicle or snowplow and sound the horn? There are festivals covering the Revolutionary War, strawberries, and experimental music, and a chance to watch “School Daze” with Spike Lee. Maybe you would rather taste cocktails from an award-winning San Francisco bar, or swap cookies with strangers. All we’re saying is, if you’re bored this weekend, it’s nobody’s fault but yours.
Editor’s note: There’s a chance of rain on Friday and Saturday, which could wash out some outdoor events. Check social media or websites before making plans.
Thursday, April 30
Eat.Drink.Shaw. at Howard Theatre
Shaw is packed with bars and restaurants — so many, in fact, that you probably haven’t tried them all. See what you’ve been missing at Shaw Main Streets’ annual Eat.Drink.Shaw., which features unlimited food and drink from 15 neighborhood establishments, including Nina May, Chercher, Fossette Focacceria, 801, Baan Mae, SOST lounge and Everyday People — and meet the chefs and owners behind the scenes. The real treat is your chance to preview beers from Urban Garden, the Black-owned brewery replacing Right Proper’s T Street brewpub. 7 to 9:30 p.m. $55.20. $108.55 at the door.
Stories & Saris: Chandrani Ghosh Book Launch at Flor Coffee
For decades, journalist Chandrani Ghosh found her name under headlines in Time and Forbes. This changed last month when Ghosh’s “byline” moved to hardback covers, and her title changed to “author” with the debut of her novel, “Heartlines.” Ghosh uses her experiences growing up in India, with moves to parts of Europe, to tell a story of an Indian American political journalist who finds herself in a love triangle roaming from “the gala circuits of D.C. to the sun-drenched streets of San Sebastián.” On this evening, novel conversations will unfold at the Argentine cafe Flor Coffee, serving empanadas, pastries and wine, and so will Ghosh’s saris, as she offers a live garment-wearing demo to attendees. 6 to 8 p.m. $45.
Friday, May 1
Flower Mart at Washington National Cathedral
Is there a more colorful place in Washington this weekend than Flower Mart, the annual two-day festival outside Washington National Cathedral? Browse stalls selling bonsai plants, houseplants, outdoor plants, herbs and cut flowers, and bring your gardening questions for the Cathedral’s horticulture staff. The 87-year-old Flower Mart is a fundraiser for the cathedral’s All Hallows Guild, which maintains the cathedral’s gardens and grounds, but dozens of vendors have brought more than plants and gardening gear, including women’s apparel, jewelry, home decor and accessories, plus the famous white elephant section, with donations from the community. Kids can ride a Victorian carousel or watch a puppet show. Other entertainment includes musicians, choirs and dance troupes performing on the main stage in front of the Cathedral’s doors. Inside, visitors can climb to the top of the Cathedral’s towers, or admire floral displays created by embassies. Ice cream, hot dogs, pizza and lobster rolls are among the food offerings. Friday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Free.
The ‘Star Wars’ Saga at AFI Silver
Get ready for many bad “Star Wars”-inspired jokes and promotions between now and Monday, a.k.a. Star Wars Day, a.k.a. May the 4th, as in “May the 4th be with you.” Silver Spring’s AFI Silver Theatre is sticking close to the source material, with multiple screenings of the original trilogy — “A New Hope” through “Return of the Jedi” — in the next week. Over the first few days, the films are shown in chronological order so you can have your own “Star Wars” marathon: On Friday, for example, “Star Wars” begins at 11 a.m., “The Empire Strikes Back” is at 1:15 p.m., and “Return of the Jedi” starts at 3:45. Through May 7. $8-$14, matinee screenings $10.
‘Star Wars’ Weekend at Barracks Row
Don’t be surprised if you spot Stormtroopers on Eighth Street SE or you see a crowd of robed Jedi on your way to the Capitol Hill Trader Joe’s this weekend: the annual “Star Wars” Weekend returns to Barracks Row and Eastern Market with three days of activities. The saga begins Friday night with a concert by the Galactic Empire Band, a musical group that dresses up like “Star Wars” characters and performs heavy-metal versions of familiar John Williams soundtracks, at the 507 event space (8 p.m., $29). Look for themed food and drink at businesses like Taco City and Ted’s Bulletin, while Lola’s hosts “Sith Happens,” an Empire-themed pop-up with special cocktails and decor. On Saturday, the focus shifts to the Eastern Market Metro Plaza, with “Jedi training” for kids, lightsaber battle demonstrations, a costume contest, and meet-and-greets and photo ops with various characters (11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., free). That’s followed by a Dark Side-themed Kentucky Derby viewing party with bourbon tastings and costumes (5 p.m., $29) and the Miracle Theatre hosts a special screening of “Star Wars: A New Hope” (7 p.m., $8). The final day includes a matinee of “Star Wars” (2 p.m., $8) and a costume contest at Lola’s (9 p.m.). Through Sunday. Prices vary; see the schedule for more details.
‘School Daze’ at Lincoln Theatre
Director Spike Lee’s second film, “School Daze,” was controversialwhen it was released back in 1988, for its depictions of fraternities, colorism, classism and the battle of the sexes on an HBCU campus — “an arrogant, humorless, sexist mess,” in the words of a Washington Post critic at the time. But it’s beloved in D.C. for the appearance of E.U. and the band’s iconic go-go song “Da Butt,” which topped the Billboard R&B chart. Lee hosts a screening of “School Daze” at the Lincoln Theatre, just a few blocks from Howard University, so there will be discounted tickets for students with ID. 7 p.m. $32.50; $16.50 students.
World Languages Festival at Planet Word
As a prelude to the upcoming Around the World Embassy Tour and E.U. Open House, local embassies and cultural organizations share their languages through interactive games and hands-on activities at the only D.C. museum dedicated to the power of words. Participants include the Embassy of Japan’s Japan Information and Culture Center, the nonprofit Casa Italiana Ente Promotore, and the Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office. No registration is required to participate, but admission to the museum requires a timed-entry pass. 2 p.m. Free; $15 suggested donation for museum entry.
Evening Parades at the U.S. Marine Barracks
A summer tradition in Washington, the Friday-night Evening Parades at the Marine Barracks feature the intricate routines of the Silent Drill Platoon, who spin and toss fixed-bayonet rifles during elaborate exchange sequences. The U.S. Marine Band, known as “The President’s Own,” and the Marine Drum and Bugle Corps also perform during the 75-minute ceremony. Admission is free, but reservations are required. Fridays through Aug. 28. Gates open at 7 p.m., and the parade begins at 8:45. Free; reservations required.
Stoplight Party at As You Are
It turns out spring cleaning doesn’t just apply to clothing. As You Are thinks it might be time to look for your next spring fling at this party. Guests are given a glow-in-the-dark bracelet that either lights up red, yellow or green — just like a stoplight (hence the name of the event) — except in the club, red means you’re taken, yellow means you’re polygamous or open, and green still means go, because you’re single. There’s no cover charge to get sweaty and flirty on a Friday night. 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. Free.
Klenam DC ft. Dieglo Spring Clothing Pop-up at the Homme Gallery
This city hardly fails to keep up with the ever-evolving trends: clothing pop-ups and matcha — they’re everywhere. Klenam, an elevated streetwear brand home to faded sweatsuits and oversize barrel jeans and jorts, is the host for this event, pairing a seasonal pop-up of custom clothes with artwork by DMV artist Dieglo and guests’ caffeinated drink of choice, with the help of specialty drink business, Whisk’d. There’s no shame in knocking out some spring shopping while sipping on a guava cheese foam matcha latte, right? 5 to 8 p.m. Free.
Small Planes Monthly Coffee Tasting
Founders Ryan and Jill Jensen of Small Planes Coffee created their business to “shrink the distance” between global and local products’ planes of existence, bringing their specialty roastery just a walk away from the National Arboretum. Now every Friday, they open up their roastery and invite coffee connoisseurs to taste coffees off their unique menu. Tickets are limited and due to the depth of the tasting process, attendees are encouraged to arrive promptly at the event’s start time. 11 a.m. $10.
Saturday, May 2
Around the World Embassy Tours
You might roll your eyes when you hear people talk about “only in Washington” events, but there is really no other place in America where you can get a taste of culture at dozens of embassies, from Angola to Zimbabwe, on the same day, from Angola to Zimbabwe. Each country does things differently: There are Muay Thai bouts and cooking demonstrations at the Royal Embassy of Thailand; costumed “mas” carnival dancers and steel pan performers at the Embassy of Trinidad and Tobago; and a “K-pop Demon Hunters”-inspired party at the Korean Cultural Center, with dance workshops, exhibitions, craft activities and a group sing-along. All events are free, though you may have to pay for snacks or drinks, and some embassies set up markets selling traditional goods. The Events DC app promises a map and details on happenings at various locations, and you can pick up a souvenir passport at various locations, including Dupont Circle. Trying to visit as many embassies as possible has become a sport, as has griping about the lines that form outside the most popular embassies. Read this piece for our expert advice, developed over years of exploring embassies. 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Free.
Running of the Chihuahuas at the Wharf
Forget margarita crawls or gorging on tacos: D.C.’s best, and most adorable, way to celebrate Cinco de Mayo is the 14th annual Running of the Chihuahuas. More than 150 chihuahuas of various sizes and mixes race in heats down a 60-foot track on the Wharf’s main District Pier, while the action is simulcast on multiple giant video screens. (Let’s just say that dogs don’t always run in straight lines, or even run, much to the crowd’s amusement.) Proceeds from entry fees and special dog-inspired cocktails at Wharf restaurants benefit Rural Dog Rescue. The day also features dog costume contests, a large beer garden, DJs and an adoptable dog parade. 2-5 p.m. Free.
Adams Morgan PorchFest
The streets of Adams Morgan turn into a giant music festival on Saturday afternoon, with more than 100 acts performing on rowhouse stoops, in public parks, on restaurant patios and in the middle of 18th Street. You might have heard some of the bands at local clubs — veteran punks the Goons, Irish-Latin fusion La Unica, queer pop quintet Historically Close Friends — but the best advice is to nab your friends, get something to eat and/or drink, and wander the streets until something grabs your ear, whether that’s a singer-songwriter or a ’90s cover band. If you’re not feeling it in a few minutes, move on. This year, 18th Street will be closed from Columbia Road to Vernon Street — essentially at U Street — to create an even bigger block party vibe. Pick up a free wristband at one of the information booths to unlock deals at dozens of neighborhood restaurants and shops, such as $1 beers at Shenanigans, $5 hot dogs and beers at Easy Tiger, $5 seltzers and margaritas at Town Tavern, $10 cocktails at Tiki on 18th, and a $15 empanadas-and-margarita combo at El Tamarindo. 2-6 p.m. Free.
Carousel Day at Glen Echo Park
The former Glen Echo Amusement Park is home to theaters, artist studios and galleries, and the art deco Spanish Ballroom. But its most beloved attraction is the Dentzel Carousel, which was installed at the park more than a century ago. There are 52 hand carved animals to ride, from bounding horses to rabbits, an ostrich, a deer and a lion. The Wurlitzer Band Organ is celebrating its 100th year of playing music from rare paper rolls. Saturday is the first day of operations this season, celebrated as Carousel Day. Rides are $2 each or $5 for an all-day pass, but there’s much more happening throughout the park. The day begins with a parade and maypole dance, and there are concerts with Clarence “The Bluesman” Turner, the jazzy Eric Byrd Trio and Sole Defined in the Spanish Ballroom or at the outdoor Bumper Car Pavilion. Watch performances by dance groups, including the National Hand Dance Association, and try hand dancing during a free class. Kids can make carousel crowns and screen print their own carousel-themed fans, while organ grinders perform. Art galleries are open for demonstrations, including pottery and glassblowing, as well as browsing. National Park Service rangers will reveal the carousel’s role in the civil rights movement with specially themed tours. Outside of carousel rides, all activities are free. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Free.
D.C. Citywide Truck Touch at RFK Stadium
If your child is fascinated by dump trucks, snowplows, fire engines and other big, heavy vehicles, RFK Stadium is the place to be. The D.C. Citywide Truck Touch, an annual event since 2007, brings together more than 30 trucks used by multiple D.C. agencies to repair city streets and provide emergency services. Kids can climb inside the cabs to grip the steering wheel and honk the horn. There are games, crafts and inflatable attractions, and the annual EV Grand Prix, which features student-built electric vehicles navigating a racetrack. 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Free.
Bourbon and Bluegrass at President Lincoln’s Cottage
The lawn of the humble cottage where President Abraham Lincoln spent his D.C. summers hosts a two-day music festival each May to raise money for the preservation of the building and grounds. Both Saturday and Sunday are headlined by Grammy-winning banjo player Allison Brown, whose expansive take on bluegrass encompasses elements of Celtic, Latin, folk and soul, but the supporting cast changes each day, and includes standouts like award-winning roots singer and multi-instrumentalist Jake Blount, whose recent work fuses spirituals and warnings about climate disaster (Saturday) and “old-time American music” evangelist Hubby Jenkins, who was a member of the Carolina Chocolate Drops and Rhiannon Giddens’ band (Sunday). As the name implies, there’s whiskey to taste — two drink tickets are included in each ticket — as well as walking tours around the exterior of the cottage. Honestly, we think Abe would approve. Saturday and Sunday from 1 to 5 p.m. Single day tickets: $50-$70 for adults; $35 ages 7 to 20; Free for ages 6 and younger. Two-day tickets: $75-$115 adults; $50 ages 7 to 20; Free for ages 6 and younger.
Kentucky Derby viewing parties
You don’t have to be in Louisville to don big hats and seersucker jackets and watch the first race of the Triple Crown: Plenty of D.C. bars provide the option to dress up and cheer for your thoroughbred of choice with an icy mint julep in hand. Wherever you go, remember that post time is at 6:57, so you want to be in place well before that. The rooftop deck at Jack Rose has been hosting Derby parties for 14 years, and doors open at 3 p.m. at the Adams Morgan whiskey bar for an a la carte menu with bourbon-based cocktails, hors d’oeuvres and, in previous years, guides to the horses. Reservations are available in the downstairs saloon for $49, which includes guaranteed seats, a mint julep and a platter of snacks (jackrosediningsaloon.com). Capitol Hill’s Barrel has a best-dressed contest and free bourbon tastings at its free party, to go along with bourbon-based cocktails and a special fried chicken bucket with sides. Doors open at 3 p.m. (barreldc.com). The Salamander Hotel’s Run for the Roses party includes DJs, hors d’oeuvres, and an outdoor area with yard games, all between 4 and 9 p.m. There are multiple contests, including prizes for the best dressed couple and best hat. Admission is $50, or $150 with an optional open bar (eventnoire.com). The Red Derby is your less fancy option — the Columbia Heights bar has $3.50 bourbon shots and $7 mint juleps beginning at 5 p.m., and owner Sasha Carter promises a julep on the house for anyone wearing “spectacular hats and fascinators” (redderby.com). Post time 6:57 p.m.
Revolutionary War Weekend at Mount Vernon
This year Mount Vernon is leaning into George Washington’s leadership of the Continental Army, unveiling the Patriot’s Path, a simulated Revolutionary War encampment in the 12-Acre Field on the mansion grounds, and hosting pop-up talks about topics like cooking or nursing during the war. The Revolutionary War Weekend is a bigger version, with American, Redcoat and Hessian troops drilling and demonstrating tactics, including firing artillery. There will be chances to tour the different army camps, talking to surgeons, doctors and laundresses; and to walk through a replica of Washington’s personal war tent, which is on display at the Museum of the American Revolution in Philadelphia. Washington and the Marquis de Lafayette will address the crowd, too. Beyond the military, there are story times for children, craft-making demonstrations, and a marketplace with 18th-century-inspired clothes, jewelry, soap and food. If you don’t want to drive, a shuttle is offered from the King Street Metro Station. Saturday and Sunday from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. $35 adults; $22 ages 6 to 11; Free for children age 5 and younger.
Sound Scene 2026 at the Hirshhorn
The Hirshhorn’s annual experimental audio arts festival is a riot of experiences. Visitors interact with the multisensory art by trying on “wearable organ sculptures,” looking into talking mirrors, opening drawers or just moving around sculptures, while artists make statements about ecology, beauty and togetherness. Performances occur both days on the Hirshhorn’s outdoor stage and inside the museum’s auditorium, utilizing found percussion, projections and digitally manipulated sound to create new art. More than 19,000 people explored the museum during last year’s event. Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Free.
Sligo Creek Fest at Sligo-Dennis Avenue Park
The Sligo Creek Parkway in Silver Spring closes to traffic on Saturday to become a street festival for all ages. There are three stages of music, including one just for the little ones with performances by Rocknoceros and Culture Queen. Kids can play on large inflatables, climb trees, ride bikes and try double-dutch. Representatives from Montgomery Parks show off electrofishing and community gardens (with giveaways). A food and beer garden features drinks from six Montgomery County breweries and a variety of local restaurants, such as Silver and Sons BBQ, Tacos El Pariente and Catalyst Hot Dogs. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Free.
Nu Androids: Anjunadeep Open Air on the Great Lawn at the Parks at Walter Reed
A collaboration between D.C. electronic music promoters and placemakers Nu Androids and London-based deep-house label Anjunadeep brings a full day of music to the grassy, bowl-shaped Great Lawn of the Parks at Walter Reed development, headlined by Anjunadeep stalwarts Marsh, known for his melodic approach to house music, and Hana. 3 to 9 p.m. $68.10. VIP $170.25. 21 and over only.
Messick’s Farm Market Strawberry Festival
Head to Fauquier County for strawberry picking and much more at Messick’s Farm Market’s annual Strawberry Festival. Admission covers the Bealeton, Md., farm’s various kid-centric attractions, such as a zip line, petting zoo, a candy cannon and hayrides. Through May 25. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. $15 general admission; $10 adults ages 55 and older; free for children ages 3 and younger.
Margaritas That Pay You Back Day Party at Elegancia
Margarita deals are running rampant as we approach Cinco de Mayo, and Elegancia is celebrating it with a day party that literally pays you back. Order one of four $15 margs and a snack, you’ll get a $10 reward when they upload their receipts at the end of the night. 2 to 5 p.m. Free.
Rosslyn Spring Market at the NOW Pop-Up Park
This year’s spring market in Rosslyn is targeted toward book lovers — or those who haven’t purchased a Mother’s Day gift — who could benefit from the chance to peruse bookmarks, a large book sale and flowers. Turning the Page, Friends of Urban Agriculture, Typewriter Poet and Rossana’s coffee truck are a few of the seasonal vendors scheduled to pop up this year. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Free.
Dmize at Pieshop
Hardcore punk has a particular ability to unite past, present and future in the cleansing power of the pit, like at an upcoming show featuring New York hardcore OGs Dmize, buzzy Baltimore upstarts the S.E.T., and newcomers from D.C. and Virginia in Sluggo and Junkhead, respectively. The S.E.T.’s debut, “Self Evident Truth,” is chock-full of anthems built for the moment. 8 p.m. $24.54-$27.11.
Sunday, May 3
Miami F1 watch party at F1 Arcade and Hi-Lawn
The Formula One season has been on hold for the past month after the Bahrain and Saudi Arabian Grands Prix races were canceled “due to the ongoing situation in the Middle East region.” The McLaren, Mercedes and Ferrari teams are back in action this weekend at the Miami Grand Prix, and there’s a two-stage party to celebrate at Union Market. First, head to the rooftop Hi-Lawn to join Adobo DMV’s DJ Pedro Night, whose sets draw from bachata, Afrobeats, reggaeton, hip-hop, salsa, go-go and whatever else makes the crowd move. (1 to 4 p.m. Free with RSVP.) The race begins at 4 p.m., but the doors at the F1 Arcade open at 3 so F1 fans can take turns challenging themselves on the arcade’s racing simulators before cheering for their favorite drivers. General admission tickets include unlimited use of the simulators before and during the Grand Prix; Grandstand tickets add unlimited food and drinks and designated seating. (3 to 6 p.m. $44.10-$152.07.)
Laterras R. Whitfield’s ‘Student of Love’ Talk at MLK Library
The award-winning host of the “Dear Future Wifey Podcast,” Laterras R. Whitfield stops by the Martin Luther King Jr. Library to speak about all things love, health and relationships — and the debut of his book, “Student of Love.” Whitfield, known to have an intense internet presence, invites those single, married, dating or in-between to engage in a conversation moderated by WUSA9 news anchor Allison Seymour. 2 to 4 p.m. Free; registration requested.
Tregaron Meadow Concert at the Tregaron Conservancy
Margarita deals are running rampant as we approach Cinco de Mayo, and Elegancia is celebrating it with a day party that literally pays you back. Order one of four $15 margs and a snack, you’ll get a $10 reward when they upload their receip at the end of the night. er’s jazz trio and vocalist Kendall!. Picnics, blankets and folding chairs are welcome at the relaxing all-ages concert, though dogs must remain leashed. 3 p.m. Free.
True Laurel pop-up at Silver Lyan
San Francisco’s True Laurel cocktail bar was ranked 14th on the recent list of North America’s 50 Best Bars, with judges citing the bar’s use of “science-forward, complex drinks” that take advantage of foraged and regional ingredients — a glance at recent menus reveals cocktails containing “green pine cone distillate,” “California Bay tincture” and “Islais Creek leaf.” Be ready for members of the True Laurel team to bring a true taste of the West Coast to D.C. during a one-night-only pop-up at Silver Lyan as part of the Penn Quarter bar’s “Sunday Lyan” series. 5 to 9 p.m. Free; drink prices vary.
Dungeons & Drafthouse at Alamo Drafthouse in Crystal City
Game designers Ernest Gary Gygax and Dave Arneson created the beloved fantasy role-playing game “Dungeons and Dragons” in 1974. Now, the game has reached an estimated 50 million players. Whether you’re a beginner just adding to this number, or a veteran who has been playing for years, Alamo Drafthouse invites you to battle it out over drafts at their Crystal City location. Your group will first arrive in a druidic village but with the help of experienced dungeon masters and helpers from Dungeon in a Box, you’ll leave with knowledge or new memories. No need to bring your own dice or sheets. 2 to 6 p.m. Free.
Monday, May 4
May Cookie Swap and Conversation with Domenica Marchetti at Bold Fork Books
For those keeping their favorite Italian cookie recipes locked in a drawer or bookmarked in the depths of TikTok saves, you have been summoned by Bold Fork Books to cookie swap in Mount Pleasant. Each guest will prepare a batch of two dozen cookies from one of Domenica Marchetti’s recipes, as the author of six Italian home cooking books — including the new “Italian Cookies” — will be in attendance to talk more about all things cookies. You’ll trade your batch with others, and take two dozen home. 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. $16-$40.
Tuesday, May 5
Cinco de Mayo
Cinco de Mayo celebrates the Mexican victory over the French in the 1862 Battle of the Puebla. The D.C. area has geared up for the usual festivities centered around tacos and margaritas, beginning with a barbecue hosted by Hi/Fi Tex-Mex BBQ at Del Ray in Virginia, featuring classic margs as well as a specially brewed lager and smoked bites to snack on as the sun sets. (4:30 to 10 p.m. Free.) If Virginia is too far for your version of a tequila fest, Roofer’s Union in Adams Morgan is hosting a $35 open bar, including wine, beer and cocktails with a live band. (6:30 to 11:30 p.m. $35.) Also on 18th Steet, Air will also host their fourth annual margarita fest, where they will display 10 flavors of margaritas, both chilled and frozen with a menu of protein tacos. (5 p.m. to 12 a.m. Free.)
Toro Bar in Columbia Heights opens at 5 p.m. with happy hour until 9 p.m. and a rotating crew of DJs all night. Drink specials include $4 tequila shots, $6 margaritas and $10 micheladas. (5 p.m. Free.) In Dupont Circle, Cafe Citron, where there’s an extended happy hour every night from May 5 through 9, with $7 Margaritas, $12 Modelo and a shot combos and other specials. On Cinco de Mayo only, the bar is hosting a “Mr. Mariachi” mustache contest with prizes. (7 to 10 p.m. Free.) Head west to Casta’s in Foggy Bottom for a mariachi band from 6 to 7 p.m. and music by Chicha Morada from 7 to 9 before a DJ takes over. From 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., there are specials like $5 shots, $5 frozen margaritas, $5 beers and an $11 taco platter. (11 a.m. to midnight. Free.)
Capitol Hill’s Los Caballeros is moving its usual happy hour earlier, starting at 11 a.m. for $10 margaritas, $6 beers and $5 tacos. (11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Free.) Moving away from the typical holiday drink of tequila, the Wine Concierge invites guests to a night of cocktail making on H Street NE. (6 to 9 p.m. $40.)
The Flatliners at Pearl Street Warehouse
Canadian outfit the Flatliners picks up the baton from punk stalwarts like Rancid and NOFX with its straight-ahead, sing-along style. The band is touring in support of forthcoming album “Cold World,” while headliners and fellow road warriors A Wilhelm Scream are as precise and punchy as ever on “Cheap Heat.” 8 p.m. $34.
Wednesday, May 6
Tannins and Tiles at Lucky Danger
Combining mah-jongg and wine tasting is a natural for chef Tim Ma’s Chinatown restaurant which boasts a popular mah-jongg parlor behind the restaurant. The introductory mah-jongg class is sold out, but more experienced players can get a ticket for the tasting, which includes four pours from Napa’s McKenzie Mueller winery, paired with light snacks from Lucky Danger’s menu. 7 p.m. $45.
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