Capitol Hill BID

09/16/2026

Heads up, Capitol Hill! More than 10,000 runners are headed to The 507 for the Pacers Half Marathon registration & retail pop-up this Thursday through Saturday! 🏃

Runners, grab your race packet and carb load local! Swipe through for some nearby spots to fuel up before race day 🏁

09/07/2026

This Labor Day, we’re celebrating our hardworking Clean Team! 💙

Thank you for all you do to keep Capitol Hill clean and welcoming. Happy Labor Day! 🇺🇸

09/04/2026

Discover w**e with confidence at Taste Fundamentals: An Introduction to W**e with DCANTER!

Friday, September 11 ⏰ 7:00 PM 📍Capitol Hill, DC

Ready to take your w**e knowledge to the next level? In this small-group class, you’ll discover key grape varieties, essential styles, and major w**e regions from around the globe. Perfect for curious beginners looking to taste with confidence!

Reserve your spot today!

Friday, September 11, 20267:00 - 8:00 PM

09/03/2026

Eastern Market neighbors and businesses: DC Health is hosting a Post-Rodent Blitz Community Meeting on Tuesday, September 8, from 11 AM–12 PM.

Hear updates from the recent Rodent Blitz, learn what contributes to rodent activity, get practical prevention tips, and find out what’s next for keeping Eastern Market clean and healthy.

📅 Tuesday, September 8
⏰ 11 AM–12 PM
🔗 RSVP: bit.ly/EM-rodent-blitz

09/02/2026

"Ready, Set, Safe!" Back-to-School Family Day was blast!

Families had fun exploring first response vehicles, picking out backpacks, enjoying live entertainment, getting creative with crafts and face painting, and more! Catch all the highlights and relive the excitement in the event recap video above.

7News also joined us for the fun! Be sure to watch the news segment and read the accompanying article for even more highlights: bit.ly/7news-ready-set-safe

08/29/2026

08/29/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us this morning for Ready, Set, Safe!

08/27/2026

The countdown is on! 🎒✨ Ready, Set, Safe! Back-to-School Family Day is THIS SATURDAY, AUGUST 29, from 10 AM–1 PM at Eastern Market Metro Plaza!

Join Capitol Hill BID for a FREE morning of family fun featuring 🎶 live music from Marsha and the Positrons, 💃 Studio One Dance, 🎨 face painting and balloon animals, crafts with Relume, 🚒 MPD & DC Fire Touch-a-Truck, and more!

Plus, kids ages 5–18 can receive a FREE backpack filled with school supplies + a Capitol Hill Cool Kids Club T-shirt while supplies last. Giveaways are first come, first served, and children must be present.

RSVP here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ready-set-safe-back-to-school-family-day-tickets-1996448376838

08/19/2026

🍽️ Summer Restaurant Week is coming to Capitol Hill! From August 24–30, enjoy special three-course menus at neighborhood favorites and newer spots across the Hill.

Participating restaurants include Acqua al 2, Akeno Sushi Bar and Thai, Ambar Capitol Hill, Belga Café, Bistro Cacao, Cafe Berlin on Capitol Hill, La Collina DC, Maru San, Matchbox Restaurants, and The Duck & The Peach DC.

Gather your friends, try somewhere new, or revisit a favorite during one of the DMV’s biggest weeks for dining out. Reservations fill quickly, so book your table now!

https://www.ramw.org/restaurantweek

08/10/2026

Kick off the new school year with a morning of free family fun at Ready, Set, Safe! Back-to-School Family Day on Saturday, August 29, from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM at Eastern Market Metro Plaza.

This free community event will bring together children, families, first responders, and neighborhood partners for an exciting celebration focused on safety, connection, and community pride. Meet local officers with the MPD and FEMS Touch-a-Truck featuring police and fire vehicles and hands-on activities, while also enjoying face painting, live music, and interactive activities as you prepare for a safe and successful school year.

Children ages 5–18 can also take home a free backpack filled with school supplies, while supplies last. Backpacks will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis, and children must be present to receive one.

This free family event will feature music, local first responders, and more as we celebrate the start of the school year!