Join Sunday Sips at District Winery for an interactive, creative wine tasting experience that blends education with artistry. Perfect for a weekend bonding or discovering new varietals, it’s a refreshing way to spend Sunday.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
1.5–2 hours
Fitness Level
No special physical conditioning required
Wildlife
History
District Winery was established in 2015, pioneering urban winery culture in D.C.
Conservation
The winery emphasizes sustainable practices, using locally sourced ingredients and eco-friendly packaging.
District Winery
Join Sunday Sips at District Winery for an interactive, creative wine tasting experience that blends education with artistry. Perfect for a weekend bonding or discovering new varietals, it’s a refreshing way to spend Sunday.
District Winery is an urban winery located in Washington, DC. The winery operates a range of guided tastings and experiences that focus on wine education, pairing, and tasting. Weekly programs include Nerdy Thursdays, a wine tasting guided by the Senior Wine Educator that explores a different category each week; Sunday Sips, an interactive Sunday tasting series with rotating activities such as blind tastings and wine bottle painting; and Food Fridays, a weekly food-and-wine pairing tasting led by Wine Educators featuring a rotating menu of cheeses and snacks.
In addition to weekly events, District Winery offers a Wine Tour & Tasting: a behind-the-scenes tour of the winemaking space followed by a tasting of five wines over approximately 60 minutes. Guests are reminded to bring valid identification for tastings. For couples, Date Night for Two provides a guided winery tour and tasting for two with reserved seating, two glasses of wine, and the opportunity to purchase a favorite bottle at a special price.
The programming emphasizes approachable wine education led by trained wine educators and a Senior Wine Educator. Experiences combine tasting, learning, and interactive activities suited for wine enthusiasts and visitors seeking a memorable urban winery outing. Events rotate regularly to ensure fresh themes and pairings. District Winery’s offerings provide clear options for casual tastings, educational sessions, food pairing experiences, and intimate date-night packages in Washington, DC. Scheduled times vary by experience; guests should check availability and book in advance when possible to secure preferred dates and seating and arrival times.
Location
Washington, DC
Located in Washington, DC
Tour Length
60 minutes
Wine tour & tasting duration
Weekly Events
Thurs–Sun
Regular themed tastings and activities
First in DC
DC's first winery
Historic urban winery offering
Select a tour or weekly event, secure seats, and experience DC’s first urban winery led by expert wine educators.
Arrive early
Get a good seat and settle in before the session begins.
Bring a notebook
Jot down tasting notes or ideas for your own wine art project.
Sample food pairings
Complement your tastings with the winery's snacks for a richer experience.
Dress comfortably
Casual attire is best for a relaxed, interactive session.
Notebook and pen
Helpful for noting down tasting notes and ideas.
Smart casual attire
Comfortable, stylish clothing suitable for indoor tasting.
Reusable water bottle
Stay hydrated during the tasting.
Mask and hand sanitizer
Ensure safety and cleanliness in the busy tasting room.