Oyster Festivals, Best of Brookland and More Events

1) Best of Brookland Festival

What: A beer garden, live music, and offerings from &pizza, Smith Public Trust, Busboys & Poets, Halsa, Brookland's Finest, Community Foodworks, The Dew Drop Inn DC, Menomale and more make up this neighborhood gathering. More info here.

Where: 701 Monroe St. NE

When: Saturday from 1-5 p.m.

2) Wine Dinner at Oval Room

What: The restaurant will host a five-course dinner with Hentley Farm Wines Saturday for $85 per person.

Where: The Oval Room

800 Connecticut Ave. NW

When: Saturday at 7 p.m.

3) Nova Fall Brewfest

What: More than 45 breweries (as well as six local bands) will be on hand for this two day festival with food vendors, beer samples and more. Info here.

Where: Bull Run Regional Park

When: Saturday and Sunday starting 11 a.m.

4) Oysterfest at Hank's

What: Find all-you-can-eat oysters, beer, snacks and more at this annual event.Update: Sold out.

Where: Hank's Old Town

1026 King St. Alexandria, Va.

When: Saturday at 11 a.m.

5) Union Market's Oyster Festival

What: The D.C. Oyster Fest is sponsored by Rappahannock and features several local breweries, plus food from Red Apron, food trucks and more.

Where: Union Market

1309 5th St. NE

When: Sunday at noon

ALSO THIS WEEKEND: Cocktails and pie pairings all weekend at 1905...Graffiato has apizza-making class Saturday (there's another next weekend).