The 6 Best Bars in Georgetown

Want to finish off a day of waterfront fun and shopping in Georgetown with a night out with your friends? Here’s the best bars in Georgetown, all great for a perfect ending to your day.

1. The Tombs

http://www.tombs.com/
1226 36th Street, NW, Washington, DC 20007

Located only a block away from Georgetown University, the Tombs is the quintessential college bar. With friendly bartenders and waitstaff, great food, and a old-time sports decor, this local hot spot is a favorite among students and locals alike. Try your hand at Tuesday Trivia and win a bit of Tombs swag, or stop by on Sundays and enjoy some half-off wine. A great atmosphere for both dinner and drinks, the Tombs is a Georgetown tradition.

2. El Centro

http://www.richardsandoval.com/elcentrogtown/
1218 Wisconsin Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20007

If you’re feeling a little more south-of-the-border, El Centro is a great choice. They have a huge rooftop and great happy hour deals, perfect for visiting after work with friends. If you’re looking to mix up your regular drink order, look no further – El Centro offers incredible, unique margaritas, as well as a variety of house infused tequilas. Beer more your style? El Centro has a list of Mexican craft beers on their menu. A Georgetown staple and a perfect place to end your day.

3. Rí Rá

http://www.rira.com/georgetown/
3125 M Street NW, Washington, DC 20007

In the heart of M Street, Rí Rá is a new favorite of Georgetown locals. They have a traditional Irish feel and delicious food, not to mention Irish bartenders, which all add to the unique atmosphere. Upstairs is their Whiskey Room & Bar, which is dedicated to Rí Rá’s extensive collection of Irish whiskeys, perfect for both whiskey lovers and people who want to try something new. With historical decor and a great atmosphere, Rí Rá is a definite must-try.

4. Old Glory

http://www.oldglorybbq.com/
3139 M Street NW, Washington, DC 20007

Old Glory is known for their award-winning barbeque, but their western-themed bar is a fun place to watch your favorite football game. With huge televisions right behind the bar and a large rooftop, Old Glory is a perfect place to spend an evening with friends! They also serve a wide variety of beers – from local favorites like Natty Boh to more national fare like Yuengling, Old Glory is sure to please, no matter what kind of taste you’re looking for.
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And the 2014 All American Bar Crawl raffle winners are..

Project DC Events would like to thank everyone who participated in the 2014 All American Bar Crawl in Baltimore. We’d also like to thank our sponsors: Uber, Snapshot Moments and our establishment partners for their participation in the event and raffle.

The 2014 All American Bar Crawl raffle winners:

An Android tablet:

• Michael Moore

2 pairs of tickets to an Orioles game:

• Evan Arze
• Ashley Muller

2 $25 Starbucks gift certificates:

• Abbey Brownley
• Nicole Magnani

$25 Gift certificate to The Greene Turtle:

• Natashia Stein

$25 Gift certificate to The Point:

• Jamsee Smith

10 pairs of tickets to the next Project DC Events bar crawl:

• John Thornton
• Angie Annanie
• Katlin Chubb
• Jason Slick
• Matt Bavosa
• Melissa Strauss
• Charles Keelan
• Laura Cromer
• Christina Debnam
• Colleen McDermott

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Below you will find The 2014 All American Bar Crawl route map. Plan accordingly, don’t get lost, have an awesome time, and most importantly, be safe! See you at the bar crawl!

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And the 2014 All American Bar Crawl raffle winners are..

Project DC Events would like to thank everyone who participated in the 2014 All American Bar Crawl. We’d also like to thank our sponsors: Uber, Snapshot Moments, NOVA MMA and our establishment partners for their participation in the event and raffle.

The 2014 All American Bar Crawl raffle winners:

10 Pairs of tickets to Project DC Events’ next bar crawl:

• Jenn Cann
• Kevin Yoo
• Rachel Webber
• Julie Brown
• Santiago Morates
• Abby Villasenor
• Rodia Brandon
• Steve Boyce
• Mackenzie Carson
• Andrew Otero

A month of crossfit classes at NOVA MMA:

• Chris Stine
• Andrew Movit

A $50 gift certificate to Mad Rose:

• Ryan Harting

A $50 gift certificate to Velocity 5:

• Naville Arias

2 Starbucks gift certificates:

• Kassy Perry
• Joe Callahan

2 Georgetown Cupcake gift certificates:

• Sierra Philleo
• Camille Morgan

2 Yuengling golf bags:

• Darius Campbell
• Scott Fitzgerald

A Southern Comfort dart board:

• Joseph Luckett

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Project DC Events Hires Full Time Employee and Summer Interns to Join the Team

Contact Information:
Project DC Events
571.237.3614
contact@projectdcevents.com

Monday, June 9, 2014 – Arlington, VA – Project DC Events opened their Courthouse office doors May 2014. The company hired Aaron Huynh as its first full time employee the same month. Huynh serves as Project DC Events’ graphic designer.

In addition to Huynh, three summer interns will also be joining the Project DC Events’ team in 2014. The interns will assist with marketing, advertising, and event support. Summer intern, Dana Ronan, is a rising senior from New Jersey studying Business Management at George Mason University. She was drawn to apply for the position after attending several of Project DC’s events in the past. Ronan stated, “I have been to a few of Project DC’s events and loved the energy of all the people working them. I wanted to be one of them! I am excited to be working behind the scenes to help plan and market the events this summer.”

Another intern, Nitika Dumera, is a rising senior from Arlington, VA studying Business Administration at Marymount University. She stated, “As a resident of Arlington, I am very excited to intern with Project DC Events. I can’t wait to work on events in my neighborhood this summer.”

The third intern, Lena Marinaccaio, is a rising senior from New Jersey studying Fashion Merchandising at Marymount University. She proclaimed, “Project DC Events is a very fun company to intern for! I am learning so much about event planning and social media. I can’t wait for the bar crawls.”

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The 6 Best Happy Hours in Arlington You Need To Check Out

Rock Bottom

4238 Wilson Blvd. Suite 1256
Arlington, VA 22203
www.rockbottom.com/locations/arlington
Neighborhood: Ballston

Known for brewing their own beer, Rock Bottom is just around the corner from Ballston Metro and located inside Ballston Mall. Whether you like sitting on the patio sipping your drink or standing around the bar meeting the locals, Rock Bottom has it all. If you’re looking for the perfect place to sit and have a drink after the long workday, RB has you covered. From their hand crafted beer, to their diverse menu choices, you’ll be sure to have a good time. Get together and bring your friends Wednesday for their premier happy hour night.

Best Happy Hour Night: Wednesday

Whitlow’s Rooftop

2854 Wilson Blvd.
Clarendon, VA 22201
www.whitlows.com
Neighborhood: Clarendon

Whether you’re with friends, a date, or alone, you’re sure to have a good time at Whitlow’s. Located just one block away from Clarendon Metro, Whitlow’s is the perfect getaway. Not only is it one of Arlington’s most popular bars, but there are two! In the summer you can head over to the rooftop Tiki Bar, for a splash of paradise. Rain? No problem, there’s a downstairs indoor bar area. For a great start to your weekend visit this location on Thursdays and grab one of their signature beer mugs to take advantage of their drink specials.

Best Happy Hour Night: Thursday

The Greene Turtle

900 N Glebe Rd
Arlington, VA 22203
http://www.thegreeneturtle.com/location/Arlington-at-Ballston
Neighborhood: Ballston

Looking for a place where you can watch the latest game while sippin’ on a beer? Look no further than The Greene Turtle located just around the corner from Ballston Metro. From the atmosphere to the numerous large flat screen TVs this is the perfect place to watch your favorite teams. This is a great place no matter what day of the week, but if you’re looking to start your weekend off right grab your friends and treat yourself to some delicious grub and one of the GT’s signature beer towers on Fridays. The best part is that happy hour goes until 9pm. This is what I call the ultimate pregame!

Best Happy Hour Night: Friday
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And the 2014 Pink and Drink Crawl raffle winners are..

Project DC Events would like to thank everyone who participated in the 2014 Pink and Drink Crawl. We’d also like to thank our sponsors: Uber, Yuengling lager, Southern Comfort, Finlandia Vodka, Snapshot Moments and our establishment partners for their participation in the event and raffle.

The 2014 Pink and Drink Crawl raffle winners:

Android tablet:

• Melissa Henderson

Pair of Nationals tickets:

• Paul Drake

A $50 gift card to The Front Page:

• Karlie Gill

A $50 gift card to Rumors:

• Erika Castillo

2 $25 Georgetown Cupcake gift cards:

• Margaret Weisman
• Jessica Wahl

2 $25 Starbucks gift cards:

• Tima Hawes
• Katie Morgan

3 pairs of tickets to The Neon Drink ON Summer Beer Fest:

• Sarah Schmidt
• Jackie Ross
• Mitch Rucinski

Jameson dart board:

• Damien Newman

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Project DC Events is seeking interns to work with us this summer in our Court House office.

We are looking for interns majoring in or have experience in:

• Graphic Design
• Marketing/Event Planning
• Communications
• English/Literature
• Social Media Marketing

An ideal candidate will be a self-starter with clear career goals, who has extracurricular experience and a strong drive to succeed. Those who have experience with event planning, social media marketing, graphic design or blogging are encouraged to apply.

College students who are interested in this opportunity should send a resume, cover letter and any representative work samples to contact@projectdcevents.com. Please also note whether you will be receiving academic credit for the internship.
 

About Project DC Events

Project DC Events is Washington D.C. and Arlington’s premier event company, specializing in creating fun-filled, adventurous events that connect participants with local neighborhoods.

Project DC Events hosts the parties, bar crawls and festivals you want in the city you love.

Events include:

* DC Santa Crawl
* Cupid’s Bar Crawl
* Bright-N-Pint
* The Shamrock Crawl
* The All American Bar Crawl
* Pink and Drink
* The Clarendon Halloween Crawl
* Project NYE DC
* Neon Drink ON Summer Beer Fest

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