Dogs: DC is a city so focused on alcohol that even dogs have the opportunity to get inebriated five days a week. If you have a dog, or like petting strangers’ dogs, there are tons of Doggie Happy Hours (also referred to as Yappy Hours) for you to choose from, and many of them offer pet themes drinks as well as goodies for the dogs. MORE »

Thursday, July 2: To honor America for kicking ass since 1776, Z Burger out in Tenlytown is hosting a hamburger-eating contest starting at noon on Thursday. Whoever eats the most burgers in 10 minutes wins $1,500, among other prizes. Registration is already closed, but you should for sure go and watch the spectacle. Nothing says “Happy Independence Day” like people vomiting hamburgers. Our founding fathers would be so proud. [Z Burger] MORE »

Wednesday, May 27: If you’re a fan of gentrification (and who isn’t?), you should be thrilled to find out about the opening of the H Street Country Club in the Atlas District.  Although there is something off about opening a country club in a predominantly black neighborhood when the majority of the patrons will probably be white kids from the NW quadrant, it should be a great new way to have fun in the Distinct.  After all, there is a mini golf course.  [H Street Country Club] MORE »