"Arts & Drafts" at Calico (Open Art Cart)

Schedule

Mon Aug 18 2025 at 04:00 pm to 10:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

Calico | Washington, DC

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Drink & get crafty every Monday with free art projects and $2 off draft drinks from 4-10pm at Blagden Alley's Calico bar.
About this Event

Craft lovers, rejoice! Calico, Blagden Alley backyard bar, is hosting a weekly “Arts & Drafts” happy hour! Every Monday, guests can enjoy free self-guided craft activities (ranging from flower crowns, friendship bracelets and finger painting) and drink specials from 4pm to 10pm.


The back alley drinking destination is luring in artsy guests on Mondays with free weekly-changing art projects and discounted draft drinks. All supplies are provided for free by Calico (for customers who place any food/drink order).

August 18 is Open Art Cart!

And while you craft, select draft drinks (beer, wine and cocktails) will be $2 off from 4-10pm, with additional specials ($2 off adult juice boxes and discounted snacks) will be available from 4-6pm.


Calico’s “Arts & Drafts” happy hour runs every Monday from 4-10pm. The event is free to attend and open to the public, no pre-registration or reservations required (unless otherwise noted). Entry is first-come first-served.


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Calico, 50 Blagden Alley Northwest, Washington, United States

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