Glog in July, Free Ice Cream and More Weekend Food and Drink Events

1) Christmas in July at The Black Squirrel

What: Fourth annual celebration of the December holidays, six months early. Holiday-themed beers — brewed with ginger and spices, plus a winter glog — will be available. There will also be Christmas cookies.

Where: The Black Squirrel, 2427 18th St. NW

When: Friday, July 15th at 4pm

2) Denizens Turns Two

What: Denizens Brewing Company is celebrating its second birthday with live music in the beer garden, small batch brews and giveaways. More info on Facebook.

Where: Denizens Brewing Co., 1115 East-West Hwy, Silver Spring

When: Sat., July 16 from 5pm - 1am

3) Sixth Annual D.C. Scoop Event

What: A chance for free ice cream samples from tons of vendors.

Where: Dock 5 # Union Market, 1309 5th St. NE

When: Sun., July 17, from 1pm - 4pm

4) 2016 Purcellville Wine & Food Festival

What: It's the fifth annual celebration of all things edible and imbibe-able at this Loudon Co. town. Tickets and more info online.

Where: Fireman's Field, 250 Nursery, Purcellville

When: Sat. July 16, 3pm-8pm

ALSO THIS WEEKEND: A watermelon seed spitting/carving/eating contest...A mussel throw-down...Belgian Resto Week, which starts Sunday