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FEATURED HOLIDAY EVENTS

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Sip, Shop & Sparkle this Holiday Season!
Dec 7
Sip, Shop & Sparkle this Holiday Season!

Celebrate the season inside the beautifully decorated National Union Building at Sip & Shop — DC’s coziest indoor holiday market featuring talented local makers, artists, and creators. Enjoy handcrafted gifts, festive drinks, and a warm, joyful atmosphere just steps from DC’s largest outdoor market.

December 7, 14, & 20 | National Union Building

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Gingerbread & Gin
Dec 13
Gingerbread & Gin

Create your own festive gingerbread house while enjoying ginger-infused gin cocktails and seasonal bites — all in a cozy holiday workshop led by Taste of DC Culinary Academy.

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Whiskey & Wreaths
Dec 13
Whiskey & Wreaths

Sip, savor, and create in this festive hands-on workshop that pairs a guided whiskey tasting with step-by-step wreath making. Enjoy premium greenery, seasonal accents, light bites, and a cozy holiday ambiance as you craft a beautiful wreath to take home.

December 13 & 20 | 6-8PM
National Union Building

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Hooked on Local: A Holiday Market at Hook Hall
Dec 21
Hooked on Local: A Holiday Market at Hook Hall

Discover local artisans and crafters offering one-of-a-kind gifts, ornaments, jewelry, art, and seasonal bites, all while you sip a complimentary warm drink and soak in the cozy Hook Hall vibes.

Sunday, December 21 | 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Hook Hall, 3400 Georgia Avenue NW

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THE ACADEMY

CURATED TASTING CLASSES

Explore the horizons of libation delight in this unique tasting experience.

You’ll taste wine and/or spirits depending on the theme and hear the untold stories on the tastes. Learn from the top tastemakers in the region while taking a tour of the world, all without leaving the District.

Epic parties. Local vendors. DC vibes.

Drink The District knows how to party! From beer and cider festivals to wine festivals to live entertainment, there is nothing that we haven’t done in DC!

We bring local vendors together to deliver a one-of-a-kind experience all in one place. And don’t forget, we are home of the FULL POUR!

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