Washington, DC Travel & Adventure Show Photo Recap (Day 1)

Samantha Brown at the Travel Theater

The Washington, DC Travel & Adventure Show returned to the Walter E. Washington Convention Center yesterday, moving upstairs to the comparatively cozy confines of Hall D. The move made it easier to navigate, but there were a lot of people in attendance, which is (obviously) a good problem to have. Samantha Brown was back as well, headlining at the Travel Theater, to the delight of the standing room-only crowd. Brown returns this morning (11:30 AM - 12:30 PM) to further discuss "Trends, Challenges, Wisdom, and the Four Types of Travel We Will All Need in 2023," and, lucky for you, tickets (click here to purchase) are still available. Click here to see a full schedule of speakers, and... we wish you safe travels!

Washington, DC Travel & Adventure Show Returns to Convention Center, Feb. 4-5

Samantha Brown (Photo: Travel & Adventure Show)

From our friends at Unicomm, LLC and the Travel & Adventure Show Series...

The Washington, DC Travel & Adventure Show Returns to the Washington Convention Center February 4-5, 2023

The Washington DC Travel & Adventure Show returns to the Washington Convention Center, February 4-5 with thousands of travel options for those who are looking to plan their vacations and destination events. Celebrities like Samantha Brown of PBS “Samantha Brown’s Places to Love”, CBS travel editor Peter Greenberg and travel authors Patricia Schultz and Andrew McCarthy will be among the notables on stage and meeting with fans.

Arcimoto and Pepco's EVsmart Add to the Line-Up of Interactive Experiences at the Washington, D.C. Auto Show

Arcimoto's all-new, three-wheel Fun Utility Vehicle

From our friends at the Washington, D.C. Auto Show...

Arcimoto and Pepco's EVsmart Add to the Line-Up of Interactive Experiences at the Washington, D.C. Auto Show

Whether a car aficionado or not, the Washington, D.C. Auto Show is an experience for all and gives patrons of all ages a reason to attend. From interactive experiences to real-time art demonstrations on some of the industry's latest models, the convention center will have something for everyone to enjoy.

Auto Show Follows District of Columbia COVID Protocols for 2022 Show

From our friends at the Washington, D.C. Auto Show...

Auto Show Follows District of Columbia COVID Protocols for 2022 Show

In accordance with guidelines announced by Mayor Muriel Bowser and the District of Columbia, the Washington, D.C. Auto Show will require all show guests to wear a mask while inside the Walter E. Washington Convention Center, and show proof of vaccination upon entering the building (including proof of the first dose for children 12 and older). This announcement comes on the heels of the new COVID variant, Omicron gaining momentum and threatening the health of our communities. As the auto show team is in the midst of planning for its January 21 through 30 return to the nation's capital, they are paying close attention to the city and federal requirements in order to take the necessary proactive steps in response to this ongoing public health crisis.

Tickets Now Available for the Washington, D.C. Auto Show As It Sets to Return in January

From our friends at the Washington, D.C. Auto Show...

Tickets Now Available for the Washington, D.C. Auto Show As It Sets to Return in January

Announced earlier this year, the Washington, D.C. Auto Show will return to the Walter E. Washington Convention Center from Friday, January 21 through Sunday, January 30. As the region's largest indoor event and one of the top auto shows in the United States, the 2022 Washington Auto Show will continue in its timely tradition of featuring hundreds of new vehicles from the world's top manufacturers.

NuttZo Mixed-Nut Butter Spreads the Word

NuttZo Keto Butter

From our friends at NuttZo...

NuttZo Mixed-Nut Butter Spreads the Word

Showcasing their new Keto Butter and a fresh look for their Bold Bitez at Expo East

NuttZo, the women-owned brand known for their insanely addictive mixed nut and seed butter flavors and bars, will display their uber popular Keto Butter and unveil a new vertical packaging look for their refrigerated bars at the 2019 Natural Products Expo East show, Booth #8800.

Fashion Centre at Pentagon City Seeking Models for Fall Fashion Show

From our friends at Fashion Centre at Pentagon City...

Arlington Shopping Destination to Host Casting Call for Women Sizes 10 & Up, and Men Sizes 2XL & Up on Saturday, July 27

Fashion Centre at Pentagon City is hosting an open casting call for local men and women on Saturday, July 27. Interested women sizes 10 & up, as well as men sizes 2XL & up are encouraged to bring a photo or composite card to be considered for an upcoming fall fashion show, taking place at the shopping destination on September 21. No previous modeling experience is required.

MetroCooking DC Sees Strong Leap in Attendance Records

Emeril Lagasse at last month's MetroCooking DC

From our friends at MetroCooking DC...

MetroCooking DC concluded its 13th edition in Washington, DC, December 1-2, 2018, increasing attendance by over 20 percent from 2017. The region’s largest two-day culinary showcase took over the Walter E. Washington Convention Center hosting over 12,400+ foodies to shop, sip and sample from an abundance of specialty food companies, local restaurants, breweries, and wineries.

Base Culture Shakes Up Baked Good Sector with Introduction of Three New Paleo Brownies

From our friends at Base Culture...

Paleo-Based Baked Goods Brand Exhibits Full Pioneering Product Line at Natural Products Expo East

Base Culture, a Tampa-based company known for its Paleo-certified baked goods and snacks, will showcase its complete roster of ground-breaking Paleo products, including almond butters, breads, brownies and granola, at Natural Products Expo East (Booth 4611.) Highlighting Base Culture's presence at the show will be the inclusion of their brand new decadent, but guilt-free, brownie flavors: Cashew Butter Blondie and Raspberry Cocoa Brownie. Attendees will also have an exclusive first taste of the limited-edition Peppermint Cocoa Brownie, hitting store shelves in October 2018.

Brazi Bites Reinvents the Freezer Section at 2018 Natural Products Expo East

From our friends at Brazi Bites...

Naturally Gluten-Free Brazilian Cheese Bread Brand Showcases Full Product Lineup

Brazi Bites, the top U.S. producer of naturally gluten-free Brazilian-style cheese bread, will be showcasing their signature flavors, including Garlic Asiago, Zesty Pepper Jack, 3 Cheese Pizza, and Cheddar & Parmesan, at this years’ Natural Products Expo East (Booth #8603.)

Awesome Con Announces Beer Collaboration + Food Programming

Manor Hill Brewery "Robo Fuel"

From our friends at Awesome Con...

Awesome Con Announces Beer Collaboration and Futuristic Food Programming

Awesome Con and Manor Hill Brewery debut second exclusive brew “Robo Fuel”

Guests at the sixth annual Awesome Con by LeftField Media, the Mid-Atlantic’s premier pop culture convention, can expand their minds and whet their appetites with exciting culinary-centric programming at the con from March 30 - April 1. Attendees can now visit www.awesomecon.com/programming to view the full Awesome Con schedule and plan their experience before heading to the Walter E. Washington Convention Center for the show. Awesome Con is also proud to partner with Maryland brewery Manor Hill Brewery for the second year to debut “Robo Fuel,” a limited-release pale wheat ale brewed exclusively for the con and available to purchase at regional restaurants and retail stores starting Friday, March 23 while supplies last.

Annual World War One Airshow Returns to Military Aviation Museum this October

Fokker Dr.I

From our friends at the Military Aviation Museum...

Virginia Beach's Military Aviation Museum Invites Aviation Enthusiasts to Step Back in Time During Annual Biplanes and Triplanes World War One Airshow

Come see rare historical aircraft grace the skies of Pungo, Virginia the weekend of October 7-8

The Military Aviation Museum’s Biplanes and Triplanes World War One Air Show kicks off Saturday, October 7-8, in the Pungo section of Virginia Beach, Virginia, transporting guests back to the days of the War to End All Wars for a weekend of aerial displays from colorful World War One aircraft, live performances from 1920s era entertainers, elaborate reenactor encampments, and much more.

Guy Fieri, José Andrés Headline 12th Annual MetroCooking DC, December 9-10

Guy Fieri returns to MetroCooking DC

From our friends at MetroCooking DC...

Guy Fieri, José Andrés Headline December 9-10 MetroCooking DC Show

James Beard Chefs, 100s of specialty food vendors, BBQ Bash, L’Academie de Cuisine classes set for two-day culinary showcase

Headlining MetroCooking DC December 9-10 will be Food Network’s Guy Fieri and local favorite José Andrés. The region’s largest two-day culinary showcase will again take over DC’s Walter E. Washington Convention Center. This 12th edition of the event is organized by E.J. Krause & Associates.

Awesome Con 2017 Photo Recap - Day 2

Imagination Overdrive Balloon Animals

Awesome Con has come a long way in five years. Early on, it was guest-heavy (i.e. William Shatner, Kevin Smith & Adam West) with a dash of cosplay. This year? A few big names (ahem... Stan Lee!) but the number of guests in costume? Literally, out of this world! Navigating the aisles has gotten more difficult as well... par for the course with record-setting crowds; but the end result is an exciting/unmatched atmosphere that might just be the most exciting event of the year at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center. Missed the first two days? Don't despair. Awesome Con continues tomorrow with a full schedule (10 AM - 5 PM) followed by a (sold-out, sorry) After-party at the Hard Rock Cafe. Click here to purchase tickets.

13th Annual Green Festival Expo - Day 2 Photo Recap

Who says the number 13 is unlucky? The Green Festival Expo celebrated its 13th anniversary in the nation's capitol with a busy weekend of green living and sustainability at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center. Today's festivities featured a special guest appearance by Green Party Presidential Candidate Dr. Jill Stein, who spoke at the Sustainable Innovations Pavilion, preceding the Green Festival Brand & Community Awards. Next stop on the tour? The Big Apple (New York City) June 10-11. The Green Festival Expo returns to DC next year, May 19-20 (click here for details.) Just in case you weren't able to make it this weekend, here's a look back at some of today's highlights.

Smithsonian and Awesome Con Introduce Future Con

Astronaut Chris Hadfield (Photo: Canadian Space Agency)

From our friends at Awesome Con...

New Science Festival Inside Washington, DC’s Comic Con Kicks Off with StarTalk Live! Hosted by Astronaut Chris Hadfield

Smithsonian magazine and LeftField Media today are announcing a partnership to create an exciting new live event called “Future Con,” a three-day science, technology, and entertainment celebration that will be featured within LeftField Media’s upcoming Awesome Con on June 16-18, 2017 at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Washington, DC. Future Con will highlight the intersection of science, technology, and science fiction inside DC’s largest pop culture event. It is sponsored by Science Channel, features partners including NASA, the American Physical Society, the National Science Foundation, and Nerd Nite, and it will be headlined by StarTalk Live! hosted by Astronaut Chris Hadfield, who became a social media sensation through his (literally) out-of-this-world videos and performances from the International Space Station.

Awesome Con Returns to Washington, DC from June 16-18

From our friends at Awesome Con...

Awesome Con, the mid-Atlantic’s premier pop culture convention, brings a three-day celebration of television, movies, comic books, science, technology and more back to the Walter E. Washington Convention Center from Friday, June 16 through Sunday, June 18. Fans will be able to explore hundreds of hours’ worth of programming including: celebrity and expert-driven panel discussions; iconic film memorabilia exhibits; cosplay fashion shows; video game showdowns; and more. Exciting additions to Awesome Con 2017 include an even more playful and educational kids zone in the form of Awesome Con Junior, Pride Alley showcasing LGBTQ artists and pop culture intersections in partnership with Geeks OUT, and a more stimulating science and technology pavilion sure to delight curious minds. Now in its fourth year, Awesome Con is setting a new standard as an ever-more inclusive and dynamic destination for fans of all ages across the spectrum of ‘geeky.’

11th Annual Capitol Hill Volleyball Classic Photo Recap

This year's Capitol Hill Volleyball Classic featured a new sponsor (Mizuno) and a record 950+ girls' volleyball club teams across 122 courts throughout the the Walter E. Washington Convention Center. If those numbers don't impress, try these on for size... 3,687 matches. 12,000+ extraordinary female athletes and 80,000 spectators over the three-day tournament. The 11th annual edition continues its (unofficial) reign as the nation's capital's most exciting and unique sports event: Take that Caps, Nats, Redskins and Wizards! Here's a few photo highlight's from Sunday's action...

Metro Cooking DC 2016 - Day 2 Summary

Try Carmine's Homemade Tiramisu... Trust me

I whet my appetite at yesterday's BBQ Bash, but true foodies know... MetroCooking DC is all mostly about the RAMW Grand Tasting Pavilion. Three hours (just one for me, I eat fast) of non-stop feasting, courtesy of 50 top local restaurants such as Carluccio's, Carmine's and Toro Toro. $57 never spent so well.

Metro Cooking DC 2016 - Day One Summary

Top Chef Tom Colicchio dazzled at today's MetroCooking DC

MetroCooking DC returned to the Walter E. Washington Convention Center to celebrate its 11th edition, earlier today. There were some noticeable improvements from last year... easier navigation, a bigger (and better) BBQ Bash & Beer, Wine and Spirits Garden and a free James Beard Stage (headline demos included.)