Here are the top cultural events happening in DC this week (July 1–6) — curated by Early Burdz for professionals, creatives, and art lovers in their 20s to 50s.
1. 20s/30s Mixer at the National Portrait Gallery. We’re hosting a 20s/30s mixer on Sunday, July 6th. We’ll explore the museum, then mingle over food and drinks nearby. We already have 10 RSVPs. Join here.
2. 30s/40s Art Date Night. We’re hosting a 30s/40s Date Night on Saturday, July 12th. We’ll explore DC galleries and finish the night at a rooftop bar or beautiful lounge. We’ll strive to maintain a more balanced ratio. Attend to explore art and mingle with other singles in a relaxed setting. Join here.
3. 40s/50s Mixer at the National Portrait Gallery. We’re hosting a 40s/50s mixer at the National Portrait Gallery on Sunday, July 20th. We’ll explore the museum, then mingle over food and drinks nearby. Join here.
4. Travel. We have amazing events happening all over the country, a perfect addition to any travel itinerary! We host 2-5 events a week in New York. This month we’re hosting events in LA, Chicago, Miami, and SF. We’re taking a day trip to the Hamptons in July where we’ll attend an art reception and afterparty in the evening. We’ll take a charter bus from NYC to the Hamptons. There is also another Hiking and Nature Getaway to Upstate New York in September! Check out the Events Calendar if you’re interested in a culture trip!
5. Gallery parties and other events. DC is becoming a primary city for Early Burdz. We’re looking for additional hosts! Some of the events we’ll roll out are:
– gallery parties (we provide a curated guest list and exposure to our network for the gallery)
– art & brunch events (we explore various galleries in a neighborhood then mingle over bottomless brunch)
– weekend getaways (we take a charter bus to a destination location like Lake Geneva or Galena for a weekend trip)
6. Partnerships. If you’re a gallery, venue, brand, or organization interested in partnering with us and tapping into our network of 62,000+ highly engaged professionals and art enthusiasts on Threads, Instagram, and email, please message partnerships@earlyburdz.com.
Curious about the art exhibited at the first Art House, check out the featured works here. Please reach out if you’d like more information about a particular event or past featured art.
Q: Who are these events for?
A: Our events are built for 20s–50s professionals and creatives looking for cultural, social, and low-pressure ways to connect.
Q: How much do events cost?
A: Most events are free or $7.50–$15, with occasional premium getaways. Check out our Events Calendar here: https://linktr.ee/earlyburdz.