UNION MARKET DISTRICT'S HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE IS BACK WITH 50+ GIFT IDEAS FOR EVERYONE ON YOUR LIST | | UNION MARKET DISTRICT HOLIDAY TURKEY DRIVE
With Thanksgiving right around the corner, it's time for the 8th annual Union Market Turkey Drive! Every year Union Market District collects donations to purchase and deliver turkeys to local neighborhood churches. This year, we're hoping to increase our contribution to 150 turkeys and need your help! Help us reach our goal at Harvey's Market by adding a turkey to donate to your order or by making additional cash/credit donations at checkout
DONATE THROUGH TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 16
📍 1309 5TH ST NE | |
Join us at La Cosecha for a SALSA SATURDAY! Dance the night away with an evening of Latin rhythms featuring recording artist, Izis la Enfermera, bringing her top original songs and hit covers of the songs you love. A night full of Salsa, Merengue, Bachata, and more!
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 13 • 6:30-9:30 PM
📍1280 4TH ST NE | |
La Casita Pupuseria and La Cosecha are celebrating the iconic Pupusa on Sunday, November 14 with an outdoor block party on Neal Place from 11 AM-3 PM. The day will feature a CumbiaTone class, pupusa demonstration and local artisans.
11 AM-12 PM • CumbiaTone dance class with proceeds benefitting Ayuda DC
12-3 PM • Pupusa Making Demonstration, Face painting, Community Art Box with local artist Johanna Toruño, Shop jewelry, knitwear and doormats by Salvadoran purveyor Lennita's Tiendita, La Horchata Zine with a newly published magazine, stickers and artwork
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 14 • 11 AM-3 PM
📍1280 4TH ST NE | |
Calling all pet (and art) lovers! Is your pooch a painter? Bring them to Framebridge Union Market to create their very own peanut butter pawtrait with District Dogs (free with the purchase of a frame). These works of art make great gifts!
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 14 • 12-4 PM
📍1262 4TH ST NE | |
Give back to support DC kids with a rooftop workout party with a Live DJ with CUT SEVEN. Girls Global Academy and The Young Kings Inc – Increase racial equity among the children of Washington, DC by providing the tools, support, and pathways to learn, lead, and succeed. This is a free event, but donations are welcome. Space is limited – RESERVE YOUR SPOT TODAY!
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 20 • 10 AM-12 PM
📍 1309 5TH ST NE | |
Looking for an unconventional Friendsgiving activity? Join Sip & Script + peach & paperie at La Cosecha to learn something new! The class includes a beginner's calligraphy kit which is yours to keep at the end of the night. Pro tip: come early to check-in, then grab a drink and food to enjoy during class.
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 22 • 6:30-8:30 PM
📍1280 4TH ST NE | | | Spend the holidays with us.
| | NALLS HOLIDAY MARKET
Shop Christmas trees, garland and more from family-owned and operated Nalls Farm Market.
November 19-December 19📍NEAL PLACE IN FRONT OF THE MARKET | | SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY
It's the most wonderful time of the year....for shopping small and supporting local economies! Explore Union Market District and shop one-of-a-kind products and curated selections from 40+ independently-owned businesses and emerging brands. Come for the goods, stay for art, entertainment and conversation.
Saturday, November 27 | | MENORAH LIGHTING
Join us on Neal Place at Union Market for nightly Menorah Lighting ceremonies throughout Hanukkah. This is in partnership with the Edlavitch DC Jewish Community Center.
November 28-December 6 • nightly 5:30 PM📍NEAL PLACE IN FRONT OF THE MARKET | | "ALL IS BRIGHT" WEEKEND
December 17-19
Friday Night Holiday Light Show
December 17-19 • Neal Place, 5 PM
The final countdown: celebrate the holidays with the King and Queen of Christmas, Michael Bublé and Mariah Carey. This event is in partnership with Make-A-Wish Mid-Atlantic Chapter. Revelers can also participate in ornament decorating and sip on specialty hot cocktails from Suburbia! All donations from the evening support the Make-A-Wish Foundation's mission. Light show begins at 7 PM.
Gay Men's Chorus of Washington DC
Saturday, December 18 • Neal Place, 1 PM
Join us for a holiday show with The Gay Men's Chorus of Washington, DC. The Gay Men's Chorus sings to inspire equality and inclusion with musical performances and education promoting justice and dignity for all.
Full Moon Sound Gong Session
Saturday, December 18 • Dock 5, 7 PM
Join Sound Wellness at Dock 5 for a special evening in celebration of new beginnings. Yoga Nidra is a guided meditation infused with vibration, followed by a gong-sound meditation session. Combined, this experience will allow you to go deeper and realign your energy for a lighter, more elevated existence.
Clear Harmonies Carolers
Sunday, December 19 • Neal Place, 6:30 PM
The Clear Harmonies Carolers perform a mix of traditional carols, modern holiday favorites and surprising arrangements of well-known songs. | | | | |
