Events & Food Trucks
Comedy Show - IN THE BAMBOO ROOM (Every Wednesday!)
Give into beer pressure every Wednesday starting at 8PM in the City-State Bamboo Room and have a laugh with us!
Join @encorecomedy_dc at our weekly comedy show.
Not only is it free to the public, but open to participation! If you’re feeling hoppy, come on up and perform with us!
Beers are $5 after 8pm
Free: Feud Trivia Every 2nd and 4th thursday!
It’s like bar trivia meets Family Feu- actually we can’t say the full name for copyright fears, but here’s the deal: We’ve asked 100 people a bunch of questions, and now your team has to guess the most popular answer to each one. "If The Hulk went looking for a job, what’s one place he probably shouldn’t work?" "What's a housecat's worst habit?" "What's something that might make noise outside your window and wake you up in the morning?"
Our game is filled with twists and turns that deviate from the original tv show in ways that make it team-friendly, including plenty of chances to gamble if you want to build a lead (or make a dramatic come-from-behind victory). The top team walks out with a gift card, and best of all, the cost of participating is... zero dollars!
Tickets are not required to play -- just show up! Anyone is welcome to join, either solo or with your crew.
Want to be one of our 100 survey-takers? Fill out our next Feud questionnaire at www.quirkevents.com/feud-questionnaire.
Want to stay up to date on all of our future events? Follow us on Instagram here!
Food Vendors 9/16-9/21
Tues: TruVegan
Weds: @arniskitchendc
Thurs: @petitafrikdc
Fri: @tacoslamichoacanadc
Sat: @kam.and.46
Sun: @eljefe_woodfiredpizza
Spanish Sip and Speak w/ LUPA Talks + City State DC
Spanish Sip and Speak LUPA Talks + City State Public House
Join us for a fun and interactive event at City State Public House, where you can practice your Spanish-speaking skills! Dr. Xiomara Rivera Pagán will help you feel confident in your speaking skills, and Puerto Rico Distillery will help you connect language with culture. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the language and culture. ¡Nos vemos allí! Register here!
Free: City-State Presents Continental Jazz Congress LIVE
Come out and enjoy some FREE live music by Continental Jazz Congress
FREE: Oktoberfest at city-state
City-State Oktoberfest: Whether you’re feeling your best or wurst, Oktoberfest at City-State has you covered! We have DC Pretzel Co pretzel, pints of Great Lakes Oktoberfest, DJ Blasian’s German beer haus beats, we’ve got it all, beer-none! Buy our RETRO Beer Steins (in limited supply), for $24 and get a free pour and pint prices for future pours (that day only) Join us from on September 27 from 12PM to CLOSE
Free Palestine Market and fundraiser
Market and Fundraiser for Palestine
Vendors:
Aadya - DMV Henna Artist
Zuzu - Vintage Clothing
Indie Pop Up Shop - Upcycled and crocheted goods and arts and crafts
Watermelon Wares - Hand crafted accessories and tchotchkes
Yazan - Art prints and photos
Amoul - Jewelry
Bint el Balad - Thrifted and crafted goods
City-State x DCAF Presents International Safe Abortion Day Education and Fundraiser
Community Day at City-State with DC Abortion Fund. Come talk to professionals and learn how safe, legal, and accessible abortion care saves lives.
Free: City State Presents THE GREAT ZUCCHINI
The Great Zucchini is performing at City-State Public House on October 11 at 11AM. The event is free to all who come. The Great Zucchini has been a staple in the DC area for over 25 years doing 800 shows a year geared for ages 2-6.
Five different magazines in the DMV have declared his show the best in the beltway, having performed for 3 presidential administrations, 11 embassies, The Dc improv, the 9 30 club, sells out theaters all over and he’s bringing his belly laughing show right here. Don’t miss the fun!
City-State Presents: WRITERS & BREWS with the WASHINGTON WRITERS' PUBLISHING HOUSE
JOIN US FOR THE WWPH LITERARY SALON: WRITERS & BREWS EDITION!! Tickets are limited, buy HERE
The Washington Writers’ Publishing House (WWPH), the longest continuously operating nonprofit cooperative literary press in the United States, announces its WWPH Literary Salons: America’s Future Edition—a series of free, public literary gatherings taking place across Washington, DC, along with literary events for America’s Future across the DMV. Designed to uplift community voices and celebrate the power of literature, these salons will feature creative writing workshops, author readings, and panel discussions exploring the strength of writing to shape tomorrow.
The fall WWPH Literary Salons are inspired by the forthcoming anthology AMERICA’S FUTURE: poetry & prose in response to tomorrow, edited by Caroline Bock and Jona Colson, which launches on September 9 and includes work from 164 writers from across the DMV and beyond. These literary salons reflect the anthology’s spirit, offering space for questions, hope, and creative reinvention.
What is a WWPH Literary Salon?
WWPH Literary Salons are dynamic three-hour gatherings that center the act of writing, sharing, and community dialogue. Each salon includes:
● 2–3 short creative writing workshops led by published authors
● A break with time for refreshments and informal networking/book sales
● Readings by award-winning local writers associated with WWPH/often open mic for participants
● A Q&A and/or panel with WWPH writers and editors on craft, publishing, and the writer’s life
All events are free and open to the public, with a strong focus on engaging students and local creatives. This year’s series aims to bring the literary arts directly into the heart of the community—across bookstores, libraries, and schools—with special attention to emerging voices.
Capital Sapphics and Beer Pong Speed Dating Present QUEER PONG!
Because nothing says sapphic romance like locking eyes over a red solo cup 💕🏓... join capital sapphics and @beerpongspeeddating for our first edition of queer pong at @citystatedc! space is limited, snag your tix HERE!
Morning Yoga w/ Brandwine Valley SPCA led by Morgan Tadpole
Sunday Morning Yoga w/ Brandywine SPCA led by @morgantadpole
When: Sunday September 21, 9:30AM-10:30AM
Where: City-Sate Public House
Why: Start Sunday off with some healing yoga and help fundraise for Brandwine Valley SPCA and adopt some dogs
What: Come start Sunday off with some stretches, some sips, and dogs on the patio at City-State Public House. BUY YOUR TICKETS TO RESERVE YOUR SPOT! LINK HERE!
*NOTICE *Dogs will be on the patio, we only allow service dogs in the taproom
FREE: Post Playa Party w/ DJ Blasian and Raptorstein
Have you ever wondered what happens after the flames go down at Burning Man? Join DC "Burners" for a Post Playa Party — a relaxed gathering for everyone curious about connection, creativity, and community. Even if you plan on never attending Burning Man, you’re absolutely welcome.
What to expect:
Laid-back good vibes, great music from DJs Blasian & Raptorstein
Join DC "Burners" for a Post Playa Party, A safe, all-ages, public space — both familiar faces and total newcomers are invited
Why come?
Make new friends in a welcoming environment — no experience required
Hear stories, get inspired, see a slice of playa culture without having been there
Enjoy good music, good beer (or whatever you like), and good company
City-State and Sapphic Mixtapes presents Board Game Speed Dating!
We’re bringing Board Game Dating to City-State Public House 🏙️
⏰ Check-in: 2:30–3 PM
🎮 2 rounds of board games matched with people you’re most likely to vibe with (3–5 PM)
🌟 Whole group game to meet everyone (5–6 PM)
🎶 Afterparty with 2 DJs at City-State!
💌 Tickets are on Pinyada this time — but them HERE!
The Backroom Concert Series, presented by ZAP
Zoo Animal Productions presents the launch of our new Backroom Concert Series in Washington DC. Reserve your spot here!
Join trumpet player and comedian Christian Balmer and pianist Ed Habis of the Continental Jazz Congress for an intimate evening of noir jazz, projections By Paris, and more at City-State Public House.
Free: Tornado Rose presents LIVE Bluegrass Karaoke
Tornado Rose presents LIVE Bluegrass Karaoke Friday, September 12th at 8PM. NO COVER! Bring your voice or an instrument and sit in with the band for bluegrass and classic country tunes!
Need some ideas? Check our list of suggested songs for inspiration!
Deadline to submit songs is September 7th, sign up here. You can submit after the deadline, but no promises. Sign-ups on the night of the show as available. See you there!! ~TR
Free: City-State Presents Yellow Velvet Jazz Night
Jazz Night at City-State with Yellow Velvet! Come enjoy some smooth live music as we start to transition out of summer and into autumn!
The Big Dyke Market
City-State Presents with QueerTalkDc & @femmefataledc are soooo excited to announce that our favorite market is BACKKKKK!
This time, we are going bigger and better, we will have DJ’s inside and outside, food vendors throughout (yes we are brining back @mixxeddc ) . We are committed to ensuring QTBIPOC businesses are prioritized so please please please ensure you apply to become a vendor.
Oh, and make sure you follow @bigdyk3market 😮💨
Free: Bark n Brew Social Mixer
Zoo Animal Production are excited to launch Bark and Brew, a meet-up for dog owners, dog lovers, anyone else, and their four legged friends. Grab a friend and a pup and head to City-State Public House on 9/5 to get to know new people and puppers in the district. Reserve your spot HERE!
With loads of local beers, icebreaker games, and delicious dog treats, this is not an event to be missed! Both humans and dogs get in for free.
Food Vendors This Week 9/2-9/7
This week’s food vendors:
Tues: Natural Yaad
Weds: Petit Afrik
Thurs: Arni’s Kitchen
Sat: NY Born and Bread
Sun: El Jefe Pizza
Labor Day: We Are Open! 12PM-7PM
We have special hours for Labor Day! We are open 12PM-7PM and will have TruVegan selling delicious vegan soul food.
FREE: HOUSE ON TAP: Brews, Beats, & No Labor
📍 City-State Public House, DC
📅 Sunday, Aug 31 | ⏰ 4PM – 12AM
This Labor Day Weekend, we're clocking out and turning all the way up! Join us for a night of deep grooves, cold brews, and a lot of fun.
🔥 Featuring sets by:
@annya_dj · associate.dj
🎧 House Music!
💼 Dress code: “I'm off tomorrow”
Let’s make Monday jealous.
Tag your crew. Don’t miss out.
👉 Hosted by @hardxcandies x @citystatedc
📍 705 Edgewood St NE, Washington, DC
Spark & Stroll (Brookland Take 2): Singles Walk and Mixer
Join us for a relaxed and flirty evening just for queer women and sapphics 35+ who are single and looking to connect. Get your tickers HERE!
About this event
Event lasts 3 hours 30 minutes
💘 Spark & Stroll: Take 2
Saturday, August 30 | 6–10PM📍 City-State Brewing Co. | 705 Edgewood St NE(Entrance is up the ramp behind the building)
Join Mixtape Sapphics for an evening designed just for queer women and sapphics 35+ who are single and looking to connect. Whether you're in the mood for a stroll, the mixer, or both—there’s a spark waiting for you.
🌿 The Walk | 6:00–7:45PM
Ticketed separatelyCheck in between 6:00–6:30 PM. Walking groups leave at 6:30 PM with whoever’s arrived.
✨ How it works:After registering, you’ll receive a short survey so we can match you with a walking group (5–10 people) based on vibe, values, and potential connection. It’s a low-pressure, curated way to meet other singles you’re likely to click with—no apps, no awkward intros.
Each group gets a custom map and conversation cues to guide a chill 2-mile loop through Brookland and Edgewood. Expect a relaxed pace, space for real convos, and plenty of flirt potential. All groups return to City-State by 7:45 PM.
💬 The Mixer | 8:00
Whether you did the walk or not, come mingle!
🍸 The first hour (8–9 PM) is lightly facilitated to make it easy to meet people.🥂 After 9 we just connect. There are arcade games, our private space but also nice outdoor space🌮 Food truck on-site + great drinks from City-State (NA options available!)🌈 Our private room is cozy, inclusive, and full of sapphic singles. There will be more fans this time.
💌 After the Event
You’ll have the chance to fill out a post-event form to reconnect with anyone who caught your eye. If you want to reach out—say, “Hey (Name), I’d love to connect! Here’s how to find me”—we’ll pass your message along (as long as it’s respectful and appropriate). No mutual match needed.
👟 What to Bring (Walkers)
Comfy shoes
Chill-cute, weather-appropriate fit
A phone for navigation
Open energy + curiosity
This is your night to connect, flirt, and explore something new—with real sapphics, IRL.
💬 What Past Participants Said
“Loved starting in a small group—made it easier to connect before joining the bigger crowd.”
“Matching based on shared green flags and interests made such a difference.”
“The walk helped me open up and show more of myself. It felt natural, not forced.”
“Being ‘gently pushed’ into a group made chatting way less intimidating than random mingling.”
“It felt intentional. A good mix of structured and casual.”
“My group was awesome—we even had a natural tour guide. It honestly felt like a dream first date.”
“Fun energy, no pressure, and such good vibes. I loved the walking-dating idea!”
“Only complaint? It was hot! But the good energy made up for it.”
“I liked the bingo and guided prompts—maybe even more next time?”
NOTICE OF FILMING & PHOTOGRAPHY
By attending a Mixtape Sapphics event, you consent to being photographed and/or recorded by our team, volunteers, and fellow participants for promotional use. Photos and videos may be submitted to us by attendees and may be used for social media, event recaps, and other marketing materials now or in the future.
Your presence at the event implies agreement to the use of your image, voice, and likeness—without compensation—in any media created by or for Mixtape Sapphics. You release Mixtape Sapphics and its partners from any liability related to such usage.
We aim to celebrate and showcase the beauty of our vibrant community.
FREE: Scent & Sip: An Evening of Fragrance, Flame & Folklore with Hemlock & Heart
Step into a world of flickering light, haunting fragrance, and slow magic.
Join Hemlock & Hearth at City-State Public House on Saturday, August 30th from 3–7 PM for a sensory-driven pop-up experience that blends the warmth of candlelight with the boldness of local craft beverages. Rooted in Southern Gothic storytelling and scent memory, Hemlock & Hearth offers hand-poured, small-batch coconut soy candles designed to evoke emotion, place, and ritual.
Sip & Sculpt Pottery Workshop — 8/28
Grab a drink and join us for this inclusive, beginner-friendly pottery workshop at City State Brewing! Buy tickets here!
First, our expert host will cover all the basics, and with step-by-step instructions, you'll learn to handbuild a pinch pot. Then, you'll learn how to sculpt and decorate your pot into a variety of functional pottery pieces like a vase, hanging planters, pot for an air plant, candle holders, smiley planter pals, and more.
Details:
Thursday 8/28 from 7:30-9:30PM at City State Brewing Co. (705 Edgewood St NE, Washington, DC 20017)
Delicious drinks and food available for purchase!
Each ticket includes:
2 hour workshop on pottery basics, how to create pinch pots, coils, and how to transform them into a variety of unique handmade gifts, home décor and functional pottery
All the clay, tools, and materials you need to make your pottery
You'll make + take home 1-3 pieces of pottery
Pottery trivia with fun prizes from small businesses :)
Note: You can let your piece of pottery air dry then paint it with the included paint. Or, to make your pottery waterproof + foodsafe, use our Kiln & Ceramic Studio Locator here to find professionals near you who can help glaze and fire your pieces.
⚠ DISCOUNT CODES NOT APPLICABLE TO THIS EVENT. Tickets are NON-REFUNDABLE, but are transferable to another event date until 72 hours prior to the event.
Free: City State presents *What a Drag Bingo!*
We are delighted to announce our exciting collaboration: City State presents What a Drag Bingo!
Get ready for an evening of laughter, fun, and fabulous prizes that will keep you on the edge of your seat! With a unique twist on the classic game of bingo, "What a Drag Bingo!" combines the excitement of winning with the charisma of our phenomenal hosts. Mx Jazz What and The Vettick What promises an evening filled with entertainment and celebration, complemented by delightful beverages from City State.
Food Vendors This Week
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Sapphic Sip n Paint
Hosted by Dominique Landinez (founder of @kinkndraw)
Join us for an evening of creative expression, community, and good vibes at City State Public House! Whether you’re a seasoned artist or just here to have fun, our Sapphic Sip n Paint is a welcoming space for all women-loving-women and non-binary folx to sip craft brews, paint, and connect. Get your tickets here!
Event Highlights:
All painting materials provided Inclusive & affirming environment Great beer, great company, and lots of creativity! Community Guidelines:
Respect all identities, pronouns, and personal space
Consent is key — please ask before touching or photographing others
Positive vibes only — harassment or discrimination won’t be tolerated
Sip responsibly — enjoy the brews, keep it chill
Clean up after yourself to keep the space beautiful
free: Adoption Event! By Rural Dog Rescue
Meet your new best friend!
Join Rural Dog Rescue in the taproom and meet some of the most adorable and adoptable dogs in DC.
1 to 3pm
Free Sapphic Speed Dating
Free Sapphic Speed Dating at City-State Publid House! Sign up HERE
7:00PM-Ages 22-28 and 36-48
8:30 PM-Ages 27-39
Live Music: Old-Time Jam
Every 1st and 3rd Tuesday from 6:30-9pm, join local musicians for an open old-time jam! Bring your instruments to play old-time Appalachian string band tunes (all levels welcome), or just listen and enjoy beer, cocktails, or mocktails.
Happy hour all day 🍺
Green Drinks DC August Meet Up!
Green Drinks DC August Meet Up on 8/20 @ 6PM-9PM
We are partnering with Green Drinks DC to provide the best opportunity in the city to connect in-person with professionals, students, and enthusiasts who care about the environment.
Our values are community, collaboration, and fun.
Regulars, newcomers, and first-timers are welcome!
Join the Green Drinks DC community for drinks, connections, laughs, and great times.
Food Vendors 8/19-8/24
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City-State Presents ASS-umption of Mary Drag Show w/ DJ Blasian
City-State Presents The ASS-umption of Mary Drag Show w/ DJ Blasian and SariAnn and Milky Hazard
Join us as DJ Blasian spins us out of this earthly world and keep our body and souls whole dancing with SariAnn and Milky Hazard on the Holy Day of ASS-umption!
Essential Sushi Cooking Class
🍣 Sushi Night — August 14 at City-State Public House
Buy tickets HERE
Roll into an unforgettable evening at City-State Public House on Thursday, August 14, 2025, from 5:30 PM to 9:00 PM! Whether you're a sushi newbie or a seasoned roll master, this hands-on workshop will teach you how to craft:
🥒 Cucumber Roll
🌶️ Spicy California Roll
🍤 Spicy Shrimp Roll
🍤 Shrimp Tempura Roll
Pair your creations with craft beers on tap at City State, and enjoy a night of flavor, fun, and friends. Come solo or bring your crew—this is a culinary experience you won't want to miss.
Please notify us of any food allergies at the time of purchase by emailing welcome2gourmet@gmail.com. The W2G team will make every effort to accommodate your needs; however, we cannot be held responsible for adverse reactions resulting from allergies that were not disclosed in advance.
This Week's Food Vendors
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Paint n Sip
Come join us for a family-friendly, fun afternoon of painting and sipping at City-Public House! Unleash your inner artist as you sip on delicious craft beers and cocktails and create your masterpiece. No experience necessary - our talented instructors will guide you every step of the way. Grab your friends and get ready for an afternoon of creativity and laughter. Don't miss out on this unique event - reserve your spot today! Get your tickets HERE!
Live Music: Old-Time Jam
Every 1st and 3rd Tuesday from 6:30-9pm, join local musicians for an open old-time jam! Bring your instruments to play old-time Appalachian string band tunes (all levels welcome), or just listen and enjoy beer, cocktails, or mocktails.
Happy hour all day 🍺
Friends of noyes park community day and fun(draiser)
We are partnering with Friends of Noyes Park and hope you'll join us for a family-friendly community dat fun(drainer)! 10% of proceeds benefit the Brookland Halloween Parade and Party.