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  • October 2026

  • Fri 16
    Buffalo Rose

    Stone Room Concerts @ Hill Center Featuring Modern Folk/Americana band Buffalo Rose

    Friday, October 16 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
    Hill Center DC 921 Pennsylvania Avenue, SE, Washington, DC, United States
    Concerts

    “How can a band be loose and tight at the same time? Listen to Buffalo Rose for the answer. I flat love them.” — Tom Paxton, folk music legend and…

    Get Tickets $23.00 70 tickets left
  • Sun 18
    Doro Wat (Spicy Chicken Stew)

    Marianne Tshihamba’s Silk Road Cooking Series: Ethiopian Doro Wat, Collard Greens and Red Lentil Stew

    Sunday, October 18 @ 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
    Hill Center DC 921 Pennsylvania Avenue, SE, Washington, DC, United States
    Cooking Classes & Tastings

    Let’s time-travel with our taste buds! With Marianne Tshihamba, we'll map a culinary journey from Beijing's bustling markets to the coastal kitchens of Zanzibar, exploring how Silk Road traders fused ingredients…

    Get Tickets $69.00 14 tickets left
  • Sun 18
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    American Roots Concert Series: Horace Trahan & The Ossun Express

    Sunday, October 18 @ 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm
    Hill Center DC 921 Pennsylvania Avenue, SE, Washington, DC, United States
    Concerts

    Horace Trahan, the maker of the hit single, “That Butt Thing,” in 1999, is a world renowned Cajun and Zydeco artist, respected for his ability to pull the hell out…

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  • Tue 20
    Knife Skills – Orange

    Kitchen 101: Knife Skills w/ Chef Wendi James

    Tuesday, October 20 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
    Hill Center DC 921 Pennsylvania Avenue, SE, Washington, DC, United States
    Cooking Classes & Tastings

    Learning how to properly yield a knife is key to cooking great meals safely. Do you want to learn how to chop vegetables like a pro or learn the proper…

    Get Tickets $49.00 12 tickets left
  • Wed 21
    Greg Jaffe Erik Slavin

    At Issue: The Remaking of the Pentagon Featuring New York Times Pentagon Reporter Greg Jaffe, Erik Slavin, Former Editor-in-Chief of Stars and Stripes, & The Atlantic’s Nancy A. Youssef

    Wednesday, October 21 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
    Hill Center DC 921 Pennsylvania Avenue, SE, Washington, DC, United States
    Lectures & Conversations

    Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has systematically reshaped and disrupted the Pentagon through high-profile purges of military leadership, the dismantling of advisory and civilian-protection programs, and aggressive institutional restructuring. The Pentagon…

    Get Tickets $12.00 89 tickets left
  • Thu 22
    Inner Spaces

    Global Sounds on the Hill featuring Inner Spaces with Amir ElSaffer and Lorenzo Bianchi: Where Arabic Maqam meets Sonic Innovation

    Thursday, October 22 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
    Hill Center DC 921 Pennsylvania Avenue, SE, Washington, DC, United States
    Concerts

    Maqam is the foundational modal system used in Arabic, Turkish, and Middle Eastern music.  Curated and hosted by iconic DC impresario and musician Jim Thomson Inner Spaces invites audiences into…

    Get Tickets $23.00 95 tickets left
  • Fri 23
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    King Bullfrog Hoppy Hour 2026

    Friday, October 23 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
    Hill Center DC 921 Pennsylvania Avenue, SE, Washington, DC, United States
    Children & Teens

    Bring the family out to enjoy a Friday evening filled with live music perfect for all ages! This concert will be outdoors, perfect for little ones to run, dance, laugh,…

    Get Tickets $7.00 – $14.00 238 tickets left
  • Fri 23
    Pansit Bihon Lumpiang Shanghai

    Filipino Pansit Bihon + Lumpiang Shanghai with Chef Wilma

    Friday, October 23 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
    Hill Center DC 921 Pennsylvania Avenue, SE, Washington, DC, United States
    Cooking Classes & Tastings

    The first of three in the Noodle & App series, this class celebrates Filipino American History Month. In this calls, you will make the Filipino celebration dish, Pansit Bihon (Vermicelli…

    Get Tickets $79.00 7 tickets left
  • Sat 24
    Watercolors (1)

    Contemporary Watercolors Workshop with Christine Vineyard

    Saturday, October 24 @ 12:30 pm - 2:30 pm
    Hill Center DC 921 Pennsylvania Avenue, SE, Washington, DC, United States
    Studio Arts & Crafts

    Join us for a contemporary approach to painting with watercolors with Christine Vineyard. Students will learn how to use several different types of watercolor paints (tube, liquid and pencils) and…

    Get Tickets $54.00 11 tickets left
  • Sat 24
    Linocut 2

    Introduction to Linocut Printmaking Workshop with Christine Vineyard

    Saturday, October 24 @ 3:00 pm - 5:30 pm
    Hill Center DC 921 Pennsylvania Avenue, SE, Washington, DC, United States
    Studio Arts & Crafts

    Learn a new technique and create your very own print in this workshop with Christine Vineyard! Students will walk away with basic knowledge and instructions for how to create a…

    Get Tickets $62.00 12 tickets left
  • Sun 25
    Paola Velez

    Master Chef Featuring James Beard Award-winning Pastry Chef Paola Velez: Celebrating Multicultural Flavors

    Sunday, October 25 @ 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
    Hill Center DC 921 Pennsylvania Avenue, SE, Washington, DC, United States
    Cooking Classes & Tastings

    Raised between the Bronx and the Dominican Republic, Paola Velez is a James Beard Award-winning pastry chef, Food & Wine Best New Chef, and author of the critically acclaimed Bodega…

    Get Tickets $125.00 10 tickets left
  • Sun 25
    Marianne Tshihamba Brazil

    Brazilian Flavors with Marianne Tshihamba

    Sunday, October 25 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
    Hill Center DC 921 Pennsylvania Avenue, SE, Washington, DC, United States
    Cooking Classes & Tastings

    Turn your kitchen into a Brazilian hangout in this hands-on class! Marianne Tshihamba will guide you through crafting the perfect Caipirinha. Pair your drinks with a savory fish stew and…

    Get Tickets $69.00 14 tickets left
  • Mon 26
    French Advanced

    French Language Course: Advanced – Fall 2026

    Monday, October 26 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm French Language Course: Advanced – Fall 2026
    Hill Center DC 921 Pennsylvania Avenue, SE, Washington, DC, United States
    Languages & Humanities

    Embark on an enriching linguistic adventure with our Advanced French Language Course. This class is crafted for confident learners that are eager to ascend to fluency. Delve into the intricate…

    Get Tickets $199.00 – $349.00 11 tickets left
  • Tue 27
    French Beginner Intermediate

    French Language Course: Beginner I / Intermediate I – Fall 2026

    Tuesday, October 27 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm French Language Course: Beginner I / Intermediate I – Fall 2026
    Hill Center DC 921 Pennsylvania Avenue, SE, Washington, DC, United States
    Languages & Humanities

    While fluency is developed over years, confidence is built in the classroom. In this blended Beginner level class, the instructor will introduce the alphabet and the basic tenets of the…

    Get Tickets $199.00 – $349.00 12 tickets left
  • Wed 28
    French Intermediate II

    French Language Course: Intermediate II – Fall 2026

    Wednesday, October 28 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm French Language Course: Intermediate II – Fall 2026
    Hill Center DC 921 Pennsylvania Avenue, SE, Washington, DC, United States
    Languages & Humanities

    Embark on an enriching linguistic adventure with our Intermediate French Language Course. This class is crafted for confident learners that are eager to ascend to fluency. Delve into the intricate…

    Get Tickets $199.00 – $349.00 9 tickets left
  • Wed 28
    How Bright The Path Grows

    Pulitzer Prize-winning Historian Marcia Chatelain discusses her new book How Bright the Path Grows in Conversation with NPR’s Michel Martin

    Wednesday, October 28 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
    Hill Center DC 921 Pennsylvania Avenue, SE, Washington, DC, United States
    Lectures & Conversations

    The Untold Story of the Women Who Made the March on Washington   This discussion is part of Hill Center's Benjamin Drummond Emancipation Day Celebration series, named in honor of…

    Get Tickets $12.00 98 tickets left
  • Fri 30
    Squash Tart Wendi

    Date Night: Fall Flavors – A Squash Celebration

    Friday, October 30 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
    Hill Center DC 921 Pennsylvania Avenue, SE, Washington, DC, United States
    Cooking Classes & Tastings

    Get ready for a fun-filled culinary adventure! Grab your favorite person and dive into three vibrant, squash-centric recipes. After you've cooked up a storm, you'll enjoy your spectacular feast with…

    Get Tickets $160.00 5 tickets left
  • Fri 30
    Veronneau square crop

    VERONNEAU in Concert: From Paris to Rio & Beyond

    Friday, October 30 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
    Hill Center DC 921 Pennsylvania Avenue, SE, Washington, DC, United States
    Concerts

    Award-winning VERONNEAU return to Hill Center following last year's sold-out, audience-favorite, Blue Tapestry - Joni Mitchell & Carole King celebration. From Paris to Rio & Beyond blends soulful French, American…

    Get Tickets $23.00 95 tickets left
  • Sat 31
    Korean Jap Chae Scallion Pancake

    Korean Jap Chae + Scallion Pancake with Chef Wilma

    Saturday, October 31 @ 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
    Hill Center DC 921 Pennsylvania Avenue, SE, Washington, DC, United States
    Cooking Classes & Tastings

    Here’s a class that can add flavor and excitement to your fall and holiday gatherings. An Asian noodle dish paired with an appetizer will elicit nothing but cheers at the…

    Get Tickets $79.00 12 tickets left
  • November 2026

  • Sun 1
    Padua Player Sweet and Savory Pies

    Master Chef Featuring Celebrated Pastry Chef Padua Player: Sweet & Savory Pie Perfection

    Sunday, November 1 @ 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
    Hill Center DC 921 Pennsylvania Avenue, SE, Washington, DC, United States
    Cooking Classes & Tastings

    Join Pie Perfection with SugaChef—The Sweet & Savory Edition, where you’ll learn to craft the ultimate sweet and savory pies from scratch. In class, you’ll make your own flaky, golden…

    Get Tickets $100.00 3 tickets left
  • Sun 1
    A classic Moroccan chicken tagine prepared with olives and preserved lemons, captured in selective focus

    Marianne Tshihamba’s Silk Road Cooking Series: Moroccan Chicken with Preserved Lemon

    Sunday, November 1 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
    Hill Center DC 921 Pennsylvania Avenue, SE, Washington, DC, United States
    Cooking Classes & Tastings

    Let’s time-travel with our taste buds! With Marianne Tshihamba, we'll map a culinary journey from Beijing's bustling markets to the coastal kitchens of Zanzibar, exploring how Silk Road traders fused ingredients…

    Get Tickets $69.00 14 tickets left
  • Mon 2
    Kitchen Basics Intermediate

    Kitchen Basics: Intermediate Techniques with Chef Wendi James

    Monday, November 2 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Kitchen Basics: Intermediate Techniques with Chef Wendi James
    Hill Center DC 921 Pennsylvania Avenue, SE, Washington, DC, United States
    Cooking Classes & Tastings

    This series is intended for students who have completed the Kitchen Basics: Beginner's Series - Essential Techniques or have comparable skills.   Class #1 - Monday, November 2nd, 6-8pm Salmon…

    Get Tickets $185.00 10 tickets left
  • Tue 3
    Knife Skills – Orange

    Kitchen 101: Knife Skills w/ Chef Wendi James

    Tuesday, November 3 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
    Hill Center DC 921 Pennsylvania Avenue, SE, Washington, DC, United States
    Cooking Classes & Tastings

    Learning how to properly yield a knife is key to cooking great meals safely. Do you want to learn how to chop vegetables like a pro or learn the proper…

    Get Tickets $49.00 12 tickets left
  • Fri 6
    traditional Thai soup tom kha and tom yam with spices in coconut milk

    Marianne Tshihamba’s Silk Road Cooking Series: Thai Street Food, Tom Yum Ka, Pomelo Salad

    Friday, November 6 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
    Hill Center DC 921 Pennsylvania Avenue, SE, Washington, DC, United States
    Cooking Classes & Tastings

    Let’s time-travel with our taste buds! With Marianne Tshihamba, we'll map a culinary journey from Beijing's bustling markets to the coastal kitchens of Zanzibar, exploring how Silk Road traders fused ingredients…

    Get Tickets $69.00 14 tickets left
  • Fri 6
    Louise Bichan 7

    Renowned Scottish Fiddler Louise Bichan in Concert: All Hallows’ Eve: Spooky tunes, songs and tales from Scotland, and the release of brand-new album Binnorie

    Friday, November 6 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
    Hill Center DC 921 Pennsylvania Avenue, SE, Washington, DC, United States
    Concerts

    Joined by guitarist Conor Hearn, mandolinist Ethan Setiawan and cellist Brendan Hearn, and special guests, Louise Bichan presents the second edition of Halloween music and fun from the Celtic Isles.…

    Get Tickets $23.00 92 tickets left
  • Sat 7
    Pad See Ew Spring Rolls

    Pad See Ew + Thai Spring Rolls with Chef Wilma

    Saturday, November 7 @ 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
    Hill Center DC 921 Pennsylvania Avenue, SE, Washington, DC, United States
    Cooking Classes & Tastings

    As the holidays are near, it’s time to up your kitchen game. Add some flare to the table with some Asian flavors. In the last of the three-part Noodles &…

    Get Tickets $79.00 12 tickets left
  • Sun 8

    Master Chef Featuring 3-time James Beard Award Winner Joe Yonan: A Plant-based Holiday Feast SOLD OUT!

    Sunday, November 8 @ 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
    Hill Center DC 921 Pennsylvania Avenue, SE, Washington, DC, United States
    Cooking Classes & Tastings

    Join Joe Yonan — best-selling cookbook author (“Cool Beans,” “Mastering the Art of Plant-Based Cooking”), three-time James Beard Award winner, and former longtime Food editor at The Washington Post —…

    Sold Out $125.00
  • Mon 9
    Watercolors Course

    Contemporary Watercolors Course with Christine Vineyard

    Monday, November 9 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Contemporary Watercolors Course with Christine Vineyard
    Hill Center DC 921 Pennsylvania Avenue, SE, Washington, DC, United States
    Studio Arts & Crafts

    Join us for a contemporary approach to painting with watercolors with Christine Vineyard. Students will learn how to use several different types of watercolor paints (tube, liquid and pencils) and approach them in a contemporary way. This class will give students the skills to create paintings on their own with a variety of materials, many…

    Get Tickets $131.00 12 tickets left
  • Tue 10
    Mahjong Night (4)

    Chinese/Hong Kong Mahjong 101

    Tuesday, November 10 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
    Hill Center DC 921 Pennsylvania Avenue, SE, Washington, DC, United States
    Languages & Humanities

    Ready to test your skills and have a blast? Mahjong on the Hill is the perfect in-person event for all the tile-shufflers out there! Whether you’re a casual player or just starting,…

  • Tue 10
    Chicken 101 with Wendi James

    Chicken 101 with Chef Wendi James

    Tuesday, November 10 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
    Hill Center DC 921 Pennsylvania Avenue, SE, Washington, DC, United States
    Cooking Classes & Tastings

    Ready to break down a whole chicken? There's a reason professional chefs start here. A whole chicken is one of the most economical and versatile things you can buy —…

    Get Tickets $75.00 10 tickets left
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