| Valentine's Day is for everyone, not just couples, lovebirds or newlyweds. It's a reminder to show love to family and your "A-1 since day 1." It's Galentine's Day (for those who identify) and "Tell Someone You Love Them" Day. At least that's how we think it should be! | | For those who want experiences ⬇️ | | | Celebrate the most romantic day with Elcielo! Make your reservations now for a memorable 20-course menu with special romantic surprises, new menu items and a complimentary Valentine's Day gift box. FEBRUARY 15-19
TWO SEATINGS: 4 + 8 PM
ELCIELO
1280 4TH ST NE | | | | For kind of an anti-V-Day vibe, catch Maryland-based crossover thrashers Ninth Realm, darkly beautiful VOSH and menacing death metal band ISLA at Songbyrd Music House. Get your tickets now! TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 14
SONGBYRD MUSIC HOUSE
540 PENN ST NE | | | | Breakfast at Tiffany's never disappoints. Of course, there's the iconic Audrey Hepburn in a little black dress, pearls and vintage cigarette holder. But there's more to Truman Capote's classic story about New York City's It Girl with a mysterious past. Delight in a captivating flight of fancy with equal dollops of humor, seriousness, romance, excellent supporting cast (long live Cat!), great locations and Henry Mancini's classic theme song. Get your tickets now! ANGELIKA FILM CENTER
550 PENN ST NE | | | A PERMANENT REMINDER OF A TEMPORARY FEELING Come through DC's premier tattoo studio for a V-Day Flash Tattoo event. Choose from a selection of pre-sized and pre-priced designs (arms and legs only). Check out District Tattoo's IG for all the deets. TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 14
11 AM-6 PM
1285 4TH ST NE | | | | It's time to get crafty! Join Studio Tissue8 for a mimosa sipping pop-up to create your own Valentine's Day greeting cards for that special someone…or yourself! All supplies are included to make your cards amazing and no experience is needed. Click here for tickets! SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 12
LAB 1270
1270 5TH ST NE | | |
¡Bailamos! Join us for Baila DC's monthly social with a beginner salsa class at 7 PM (no partner necessary), followed by social dancing from 8-11 PM. No experience is necessary. Get your tickets now!
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 16 • 7-11 PM
LA COSECHA
1280 4TH ST NE | | | To have and to hold (physical gifts) ⬇️ | | SWEET NOTHINGS GIFT BOX Treat them to Salt & Sundry's limited edition Valentine's Day gift box, a perfectly crowd-pleasing combo of nourishing skin care, comforting treats and a votive candle, all packaged and ready to go. Snag one before they sell out! Shop more of Salt & Sundry's slam dunk V-Day picks here.
OPEN DAILY
INSIDE UNION MARKET
1309 5TH ST NE | | | BECAUSE I LOVE YOU SELF-CARE MARKET Vitis is bringing a self-care market to you! With 8 wines to taste, a selection of locally crafted soaps, candles and more, you'll have the chance to pick up everything you need to refresh and relax over the weekend. Click to register now!
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 16
INSIDE UNION MARKET
1309 5TH ST NE | | | FANCY A SWEET TOOTH? Make it a double-decker holiday with a British Sweets Gift Basket of beloved Brit candy bars and biscuits for your lovey. Only at Aboveground, grab one before they sell out!
OPEN DAILY
INSIDE UNION MARKET
1309 5TH ST NE | | | | Shop Ravenhook Bakehouse's vast selection of V-Day goodies including sugar cookies, chocolate cherry bread (and bread pudding), chocolate strawberry New York-style cheesecake, brioche filled with chocolate ganache and "LOVE" sourdough miche.
OPEN DAILY
INSIDE UNION MARKET
1309 5TH ST NE | | | | The Capital Flower Fairy will be popping up inside Union Market and offer various floral options for last-minute Valentine's day gifts. Shop fresh V-Day bouquets and more!
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 14
8 AM-7 PM
INSIDE UNION MARKET
1309 5TH ST NE | | | | Designer Cindy Liebel is one of Salt & Sundry's favorite local jewelry makers. Her understated, contemporary pieces are perfect for everyday wear. Handcrafted in Virginia, Cindy uses sustainable, raw materials for her pieces. Swing by Salt & Sundry to shop and meet the designer!
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 11
12-3 PM
INSIDE UNION MARKET
1309 5TH ST NE | | | CHOCOLATE IS CHEAPER THAN THERAPY. Show your love this Valentine's Day with the sweetest gift sets from the master chocolatiers at Arcay Chocolates. Shop gift sets and more in-store or online.
OPEN DAILY
INSIDE LA COSECHA
1280 4TH ST NE | | | THE PLEASURE IS WINE Impress even the biggest wine aficionado with a subscription to Grand Cata's Wine Club (Subscriptions from $40 per month). Each month, Wine Club members will be introduced to 2 wines from a selection of Latin American countries. In addition to vino, memberships include exclusive tastings at a monthly release party and exclusive perks and discounts.
OPEN DAILY
INSIDE LA COSECHA
1280 4TH ST NE | | | BLACK HISTORY MONTH IN UNION MARKET DISTRICT | | | Join DC's top Bookstagrammers to talk about diversifying your bookshelf year-round – plus, learn about their favorite Black-authored books. Register now for this FREE event!
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 8
POLITICS AND PROSE • 1270 5TH ST NE | | | | FITDC is celebrating Black History Month with a morning of classes, activations, and vendors to honor and pay homage to Black culture and history. After the event, visit the vendor area and shop local black-owned businesses as well as grab a Limited Edition FIT DC BHM Shirt. Click here to view the schedule and register!
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 19
10 AM-1 PM
DOCK 5 AT UNION MARKET
1309 5TH ST NE | | | MAKE UNION MARKET DISTRICT YOUR OFFICE
Join the diverse entrepreneurs launching their businesses at Union Market District. With a variety of office spaces from individual workstations, and boutique offices to entire floors, you can take advantage of restaurants, venue spaces, outdoor workstations and community activations just steps from your office.
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