Wellington Game Review
Respawn Esports Centre · Wellington
Play unreleased games made by Wellington devs and give feedback that actually shapes what ships.
Friday, 24 July
Quantum Leap Great 80's Band - Downtown Crown
119 Crown Park Ave · Gaithersburg
Quantum Leap brings their 80s set to Downtown Crown's outdoor stage — grab a lawn chair and meet fellow fans after at the strip's bars.
Best Fiesta in Wellington at El Barrio
El Barrio · Wellington
El Barrio's annual fiesta brings Wellington's Latin community together with food, drinks, and a reliably good crowd.
Beats & Bubbles at Eva
Eva Pub - Wellington · Wellington
Eva's late-night mix of house and anthems runs Wed–Sat — best saved for after the kids are in bed.
Weekends at Shady Lady
Shady Lady · Wellington
A Wellington institution for a big weekend night out — see for yourself why the regulars keep coming back.
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Weekend Fiestas at Saint Diablo
Saint Diablo Bar - Courtenay Place · Wellington
A late-night bar set with loud music and strong drinks on Courtenay Place — best for night owls without an early Sunday.
Saturday, 25 July
Editor's Pick
Moonlight Hike: C&O Canal Towpath, Great Falls
Old Anglers Inn · Potomac
A 4-mile night hike along the C&O Canal to Great Falls — one of the DC area's most atmospheric trails by moonlight.
Sorted Live: Back To Their Old School
Sorted Food's crew bring their chaotic cook-off energy live — expect familiar formats and plenty of crowd participation.
High School & College Admissions Workshop
Free admissions workshop breaks down the college application process — useful for families starting to map out next steps.
Sunday, 26 July
Profs & Pints Northern Virginia: The World of Norse Gods
Crooked Run Fermentation - Sterling · Sterling
A medieval literature professor unpacks Norse mythology over craft beer — the 9:30pm start makes this a proper adults' night out.
Beginners Pickleball Instruction
Dufief Elementary School · North Potomac
Free intro to pickleball at a local school gym — paddles provided, $5 fee covers wear and tear.
Games Night at Shady Lady
Shady Lady · Wellington
Board games and bar snacks at a Wellington local — low-key Sunday fun for those who take Scrabble seriously.
Karaoke at Eva
Saint Diablo Bar - Courtenay Place · Wellington
Sunday night karaoke at a Courtenay Place bar — grab your crew and claim the mic.
Tuesday, 28 July
Jacky Pearson's Book Launch: The Little Book of Watercolor Secrets
Gordon Harris Wellington · Wellington
Jacky Pearson shares the techniques behind her new watercolour guide — Gordon Harris is a fitting backdrop for a browse and a chat with the author.
Trivia Night at Lovy's Eatery
Lovy's Eatery · Wellington
Tuesday trivia at a neighbourhood spot — solid excuse to round up a team and stay for dinner.
Wing It Tuesday at Eva
Eva Pub - Wellington · Wellington
Dollar-ninety-nine wings all day at Eva Pub — solid excuse for a lazy Tuesday lunch.
Teapot Tuesday at Shady Lady
Shady Lady · Wellington
Shady Lady's weekly tea service is a low-key reason to steal a Tuesday afternoon for yourself.
Leading AI Transformation Lunchtime Masterclass
A business school professor unpacks real AI transformation lessons — suits the professionally curious with a free lunch hour.
Thursday, 30 July
Empower Her Networking - Visibility & Owning Your Presence
Le Ciel Bakery · Wellington
A relaxed networking morning for women in business, hosted inside a neighbourhood bakery — coffee and real conversation included.
Paint & Sip: Spontaneous Colour
Bhakti Lounge Wellington · Wellington
Paint abstract art with a credit card, sip mocktails, and actually talk to strangers — a low-pressure Thursday night out.
Federal Executive GovCon Loudoun County VA Networking Event
Lost Rhino Brewing Co. · Ashburn
GovCon execs meet at Lost Rhino for free beers, sponsor pitches, and a practical session on winning grant writing.