| It's 2025, and we're officially done with sad desk lunches. Get yourself to Union Market District, where flavor takes over. If you're looking for something quick, or ready to make it an afternoon affair, we've got all the good food and great vibes you need to turn your lunch into a main event. So, leave behind the Tupperware and come join the flavor revolution—you deserve it! | | Minetta Tavern is now open for brunch and lunch! Our pick? The French Dip (sliced beef and horseradish on ciabatta with French fries and an au jus made from a special recipe.) Make your reservations now! BRUNCH: SATURDAY + SUNDAY 10:30 AM – 3 PM
LUNCH: FRIDAYS 11:30 AM – 3 PM
MINETTA TAVERN, 1287 4TH ST NE | | | Chela Mitchell Gallery has a new home! Check out Chela's expanded space at 1325 5th St NE (in the Plaza behind Union Market). Shop thoughtfully sourced goods from local and international creators perfect for treating yourself or finding the ideal gift for someone special. Curated by Chela Mitchell, every piece feels like art. OPEN TUESDAY-SUNDAY
CHELA MITCHELL GALLERY, 1325 5TH ST NE SUITE C | | | Empower yourself with a self-defense skill set, register now for Self-Defense Classes at WØRK Fitness! Workshops are every Saturday at 1 PM and led by martial arts expert Coach Sherm. Register now! SATURDAYS AT 1 PM
WØRK FITNESS, 1325 5TH ST NE | | | Love all things home decor? Don't miss a book signing with designer Nasozi Kakembo celebrating her debut book, The African Decor Edit. Plus, shop for trivets and candles from her design firm, xN studio. SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 22
1-3 PM
SALT & SUNDRY, 1301 4TH ST NE | | | Join us for a book talk with one of the most accomplished novelists, Mary Frances Phillips. A mesmerizing story about a mother and transcending the traditional male-centric study of the Black Panther Party, Black Panther Woman offers an innovative analysis of Black political life at the intersections of gender, motherhood and mass incarceration. This event is free with first-come, first-served seating. SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 22
6-7 PM
POLITICS AND PROSE, 1324 4TH ST NE | | | Born out of the belief that we, as Americans, must uncover the elements that connect us and reflect our shared identity through time, Americana: A Common Thread celebrates the thrill of Western iconography, the sun dance of the Western skies and untamed frontiers and the soul-diving sensation of grounding that one can experience while rooted in the Western landscape.
Katharine Heyl is a mixed-media artist in Washington, DC, whose work delves into the interplay of color, material and emotion. She holds a BFA in Studio Art from Wheaton College, where she focused on sculpture and painting, inspired by Josef Albers' theories. Her practice emphasizes color theory and the effects of a focused palette. OPEN WEDNESDAY-SUNDAY
11 AM-5 PM
1270 5TH ST NE | | | Shop an eclectic mix of goods from independent makers and designers and enjoy a 10% discount with complimentary sips at Salt & Sundry's second edition of Neighbor Night! MONDAY, FEBRUARY 24
5-7 PM
SALT & SUNDRY, 1301 4TH ST NE | | | Get ready for DC's best beer festival experience when District Beer Fest kicks off. Enjoy specially curated exhibitors, including the DMV's top breweries, as they share with you some of the best beers, beverages and eats in the country. Get tickets now! SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 22
12-9 PM
DOCK 5 AT UNION MARKET | | | Join us Monday, February 24, for Serenata's 4th Annual Coquito Wars, sponsored by Bacardi. Watch seven local bartenders face off to win the People's Choice Award for Best Coquito. Enjoy complimentary tastes from the contestants and cast your vote for the winner. After the competition, we'll keep the party going with a DJ set by Pedro Knight from Adobo DMV! Get tickets now! MONDAY, FEBRUARY 24
STARTS AT 6:30 PM
LA COSECHA, 1280 4TH ST NE | | | A unique take on the record store meet cute, "Love & Vinyl" is a new play by Bob Bartlett that unfolds inside Byrdland Records, creating a fresh and immersive experience for the audience. Best friends Bogie and Zane visit their local record store and leave with so much more than a stack of vinyl in this smart and touching romcom. Bartlett's plays have been performed around the country, and in unexpected locations like a laundromat, a clearing in the woods and Congressional Cemetery. Don't miss this, get tickets now! THROUGH MARCH 9
BYRDLAND RECORDS, 1264 5TH ST NE | | | Our mural tours are back! Join us for outdoor walking tours that bring the dynamic public art scene of Union Market District and NoMa to life. Led by local DC art curator Jason Bowers, these are immersive experiences where you'll marvel at stunning murals and pop-up exhibitions that transform our neighborhoods into an open-air gallery and learn more about the local, national and international artists who use our streets as their canvas. Don't miss out on this opportunity to explore one of the city's most creative districts! STARTS FEBRUARY 27
EVERY THURSDAY, FRIDAY + SATURDAY
11 AM – 1 PM
UNION MARKET, 1309 5TH ST NE | | | Calling all vintage-loving brides and romantics! Vintage Vintage Vintage, in partnership with Union Market District, will be hosting a bespoke vintage bridal event. Find a range of gorgeous vintage wedding dresses, antique jewelry, accessories, loungewear, wedding guest attire and more. All early access ticket members will receive a little treat from Bisnonna Bakeshop. The first 50 early-access attendees will receive a custom embroidered handkerchief by Stiches DC. Get tickets now! SUNDAY, MARCH 2
10 AM-5 PM
AUTOSHOP, 416 MORSE ST NE | | | Celebrate National Women's Month with Jungle & Loom and Plant Magic Bottle Shop to build your own eucalyptus bouquet! You'll create your own bouquet using different varieties of eucalyptus while you sip a nonalcoholic cocktail of your choice. Additional drinks will be available for purchase. All workshop participants will receive a 10% discount on in-store purchases at Jungle & Loom on the day of the event. Register now! WEDNESDAY, MARCH 5
6-7 PM
JUNGLE & LOOM, 1309 5TH ST NE (INSIDE UNION MARKET) | | | | | |
