One Eight's Release Party, Black Friday Beer Tapping and More

1) One Eight Distilling Release Party

What: One Eight celebrates the release of its Untitled No. 5 whiskey on Saturday. There will be tours, tastings and a selection of cocktails, plus The Big Cheese food truck.

When: Saturday 1-7 p.m.

Where: 1135 Okie St. NE Washington, DC

2) Thanksgiving Buffet at the Black Squirrel

What: The Black Squirrel and Libertine both put out $10 "thank you buffets" with the Thanksgiving trimmings on Thursday.

Where: The Black Squirrel and Libertine

2427/2435 18th St. NW Washington DC

When: Thursday starting at 11:30 a.m.

3) Cap City's Black Friday Beer Tapping

What: Capital City is tapping its Imperial Fuel Coffee Stout on Black Friday downtown.

Where: Capital City Brewing Company

When: Friday, Nov. 27

1100 New York Ave. NW Washington, DC

4) Made in DC Marketplace

What: DC Brau and ThinkLocalFirst team up to host more than 20 local artisans for Small Business Saturday. There's also beer, food trucks, music and more. More here.

Where: DC Brau, 3178 Bladensburg Rd NE

When: Saturday from 1-7 p.m.

5) Early Mountain Holiday Open House

What: The vineyard is hosting a "Deck the Hals" open house with a holiday market, cookie-decorating, music, carriage rides, a special menu and more.

Where: Early Mountain Vineyards, 6109 Wolftown-Hood Rd, Madison, VA

When: Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

ALSO THIS WEEKEND: Black Friday brunch...more Thanksgiving options.