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A perfectly planned outing where you’ll roller skate or play pickleball, then refuel with takeout 🍕 and 🍺 at a nearby taproom.

Here's your plan for roller skating at Kraken, followed by relaxing with pizza and beer

Roller Skating 🛼 + Brews 🍺 on the MBT

Enjoy a fun skating session at Kraken Kourts & Skates, with options for adults-only nights and cabana rentals for rest.

Roller Skating

✅ Before you go
• Open Wed - Sun (6am - 10pm) with extended hours until midnight on Fri & Sat
• Bar sells canned drinks and snacks, but will offer more food and drink options soon

🚗/🚆 Transportation
• 8 min walk from Rhode Island Ave-Brentwood
• Paid parking lot with plenty of spots

💪 Pro tips
• Drop-in/open play or make reservation online ($8-$12 per person): https://experiencekraken.com/dc-bryant-st
• Throw your adult bestie a party by renting out one of the private cabanas next to the rink; skate rentals and skate mates also available to rent
• Adults-only skate nights are on Fri & Sat from 9:30pm to midnight; show ID at door 

Go roller skating at Kraken Kourts & Skates

At City-State Brewing Company, enjoy craft beers, BYO food, and weekly events such as comedy and trivia. Dog-friendly with free parking available.

Grab Beer

✅ Before you go
• Open Tue - Sun (hours vary) with extended hours until 10pm on Wed - Sat
• Dog-friendly 

🚶‍♀️Transportation
• 8 min walk from Kraken
• Free parking on roof and street parking available 

💪 Pro tips
• On the Metropolitan Beer Trail (along with 10 other brew pubs and bars); all walkable or bikeable from the Metropolitan Branch Trail (more info: https://nomabid.org/metropolitan-beer-trail/)
• BYO food (we love Menomale’s authentic Neapolitan pizza - call 202-248-3946 to order ahead), or check schedule for on-site food vendors: http://citystatebrewing.com/food
• Weekly events include comedy on Wednesday and trivia on Thursday (calendar here: http://citystatebrewing.com/calendar)

Grab beer at City-State Brewing Company

Dust off your roller skates (or blades) and spend the day at DC’s

only indoor roller rink, then cool off with drinks at a nearby taproom.

First, head over to Kraken Kourts & Skates and get ready to sweat!

Kraken has various locations around the city.

But Bryant Street is their newest - with tons of bar games, 14 pickle ball courts

They have open skate sessions throughout the day.

But the adults-only late-night skating on Friday and Saturday nights is where it's at.

Kraken also has cute and cozy cabanas along the rink and next to some of the courts.

So you and your friends can take a break for some snacks and a cold drink.

you'll be ready to cool down at our second stop - City-State Brewing Company.

This is such a chill brewery. You can bring your dog, your baby, and even your own food.

Our top rec is picking up pizza from Menomale.

I mean, look at that goodness. And who doesn't love pizza and beer?

The beers are awesome and very well-priced.

If you're feeling competitive, take on the crew with one of their arcade games.

Don't forget to send this plan to your friend group or +1 and pick a date soon!

Friends to lovers has always been one of my favorite tropes, but now it's also one of the cutest bookstores in the area to visit. Come with me to visit the very first romance bookstore in the whole de metropolitan area. You'll be sure to find every single romance story you could ever need, lots of cute accessories, and more!

Here's your plan for visiting the first romance bookstore in the DC Area, Friends to Lovers

The first romance bookstore in the DC Area!📚

Explore Friends to Lovers, the first romance bookstore in DC, where you can join community events, find amazing books, and enjoy a warm, inviting atmosphere.

Bookstore Visit

✅ Before you go
• Check out their hours, info, location, and more: 
https://www.friendstoloversbookstore.com

💪 Pro tips
• New location is 301 CAMERON ST, ALEXANDRIA, VA 22314! 
• More info here: joyraft.com/event/friends-to-lovers-woman-queer-owned-romance-bookstore-in-alexandria-alexandria-1009688
• Check out Eventbrite for the upcoming community events: https://www.eventbrite.com/o/friends-to-lovers-bookstore-96742740743
• Follow @friendstoloversbookstore on Instagram for updates and events! https://www.instagram.com/friendstoloversbookstore?igsh=c3ptemE5NWt3ZWJl

Visit the very first romance bookstore in the DC Area

Friends to Lovers has always been one of my favorite tropes,

but now it's also one of the cutest bookstores in the area.

Come visit the very first romance bookstore in the whole DC metropolitan area.

You'll be sure to find every single romance story you could ever need,

After originally opening its doors in November 2024,

the Friends to Lovers bookstore was destroyed

by a fire just 3 days after their grand opening.

and hosting community events like book releases and author signings.

They have every type of romance story you can think of from contemporary,

I love that this is a cozy and safe space created by women

for women to gather and talk about the stories that move them.

The weather app just hit 80 degrees and that means that it's outdoor dining season. Head to this dynamic waterfront dining spot with scenic views, handcrafted sangria, Spanish wines, and small plates as well as an indoor weekday happy hour. Then, get the scoop at an old school ice cream shop with tons of different flavors. 

Here's your plan for enjoying waterfront tapas and sangria, then indulging in delicious ice cream

Waterfront Happy Hour & Tapas + Ice Cream🍷🍦

At Barca, enjoy scenic waterfront views with handcrafted sangria, Spanish wines, and small plates during happy hour.

Waterfront Tapas & Wine

✅ Before you go
• Make a reservation: https://barcaalx.com

💪 Pro tips
• Check out their hours, menus, info, location, and more: https://barcaalx.com
• Happy Hour is in the wine bar from Wednesday – Friday: 4:30 pm – 6:30 pm

Enjoy waterfront happy hour, tapas, and wine at Barca!

Indulge in a diverse array of ice cream flavors at Pop's Old Fashioned Ice Cream after strolling Old Town Alexandria.

Ice Cream Treat

✅ Before you go
• Check out their menu and flavors: https://www.popsoldfashionedicecream.com/menu

💪 Pro tips
• Check out their info, hours, location, and more: https://www.popsoldfashionedicecream.com

Get the scoop at Pop’s Old Fashioned Ice Cream 

The weather app just hit 80 degrees recently,

and that means it's outdoor dining season.

Head to this dynamic dining spot with scenic views,

Then get the scoop at an old school ice cream shop with tons of different flavors.

Barca has an intimate wine bar for relaxing

indoors and for weekday happy hour deals,

as well as an industrial chic pier for waterfront views.

We loved everything we tried and Barca is always such a cool vibe.

Then stroll around old town Alexandria and go to Pop's old fashioned ice cream.

This is such a cute vintage looking little ice cream shop,

and they have so many flavors to choose from,

and everything you need to cool down this summer.

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Relax from your head to your toes with this unique experience. I've always wanted to try a head spa treatment to promote my scalp and hair health and I'm so glad I finally did. Visit this head spa that blends traditional Korean techniques with cutting edge advancements! 💆🏻‍♀️

Here's your plan for a rejuvenating head spa experience at SoU the Spa, Falls Church

Viral Head Spa Experience + Discount! 🧖🏻‍♀️

Escape to SoU the Spa in Falls Church for a rejuvenating scalp and hair treatment using traditional Korean techniques and modern methods.

Head Spa Treatment

✅ Before you go
• Book a reservation: https://skincaresou.com

💪 Pro tips
• Check out their hours, location, treatment offerings, and more: https://skincaresou.com
• Try one of their discounted mini sessions for facials or headspa treatments on Monday - Thursday. Call first to make sure this discount applies to your treatment and appointment! https://www.instagram.com/p/DHPURdXBlmS/?igsh=ZXYzZWJsdHFtczFx
• Check their website to see if they have any discounts on gift card purchases: https://skincaresou.com/sougiftcard
• Follow @southespa.va on Instagram for info and updates: https://www.instagram.com/southespa.va?igsh=eHg0dTFqMjlkMXVk

Visit SoU the Spa for a head spa treatment that will rejuvenate your hair and scalp! 

Relax from your head to your toes with this unique experience.

I've always wanted to try a head spa treatment to promote my scalp and hair health,

Visit this head spa that blends traditional

Korean techniques with cutting edge advancements.

Virginia for a luxurious experience unlike any other.

You'll start with the scalp analysis to understand the conditions of your scalp,

I could see that my scalp does get oily and has some buildup in problem areas.

The aesthetician then carefully deep cleansed my hair

massaged my scalp to promote circulation,

and many other steps to help rejuvenate my scalp.

The scalp and hair treatments here are totally customized for each person's needs.

This carnival and mini golf experience is a hole in fun. Our favorite crazy mini golf spot in DC has now even renovated and offers 20 new carnival games that you'll love, carnival inspired cocktails, lots of delicious street food options, and more.
It's by PAR the most fun bar in DC! 

Here's your plan for a fun night at Swingers: mini golf, carnival games, and cocktails

NEW Carnival+Mini Golf Experience in DC!🎪⛳️

Swingers Crazy Golf in DC now features fun carnival games plus cool prizes!

Carnival Mini Golf

✅ Before you go
• Book a reservation: https://www.swingers.club/us/locations/washington-dc/select-occasion?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=22084104603&gbraid=0AAAAABmI4c7EUE_xzbQjN9BFlejnPdemq&gclid=Cj0KCQjwiqbBBhCAARIsAJSfZkZsSYfV8UdGgdRE686naVef2-yqP4iDY1RkQjFoeOBJDKFsPkSa_qUaAgXsEALw_wcB

💪 Pro tips
• Check out more information here: joyraft.com/event/carnival-at-swingers-adult-arcade-in-dupont-circle-washington-1017229
• Check out their hours, info, location, and more: https://www.swingers.club/us/locations/washington-dc
• Follow @swingersus on Instagram for more info and updates: https://www.instagram.com/swingersus?igsh=MXdxOHJ2Yjc5bDl6Ng==

Try the NEW Carnival Games at Swingers Crazy Golf! 

This carnival and mini golf experience is a hole in fun.

Our favorite crazy mini golf spot in DC has now

renovated and offers 20 new carnival games that you'll love,

Head to Swingers Crazy Golf in Dupont Circle,

After closing their doors for renovation in March,

to reveal their biggest transformation yet.

They have tons of new carnival inspired cocktails and lots of street food options.

and these 9 mini golf holes are unlike anything I've tried.

The best part of our night was competing in the 20 new carnival games.

They had all my classic childhood favorites like Down the Clown,

You'll even earn points to redeem for fun prizes,