Vinyl Pop-up & Swap
Welcome to “Cratedig And Chill”! A full on vinyl experience strictly for crate diggers w/ the option to be social among like minds. Whether you're hunting for hidden gems or just wanna vibe with fellow record lovers. Shop through curated 💎’s, bring records to swap, discover new sounds, and chill with awesome people who share your passion for vinyl. Don't miss out on great tunes, good company, and the unbeatable crate-digging thrill! (Curated by @rhythmlingorecords)
BringYourOwnVinyl Jazz Listening Session
“Bring a few of your favorite Jazz records, & introduce a few selections. Let’s talk about the MUSIC, the Artist, the Times, & have FUN!” - Earl Jackson Of @vinylllc Collection & Sound by @rhythmlingorecords . #JazzOnVinyl #VinylCollector #RhythmlingoRecords #JazzMusic
SOST Marketplace
Black History Month at Sost’s Marketplace featuring Black owned spirits, festive treats, music, and local vendors!
SOST Marketplace
Welcome to the SOST Marketplace happening at SOST on February 11, 2026 at 6:30 PM as we celebrate Black History Month! Join us for a fun-filled evening of shopping, food, and community vibes. Browse through unique products from local vendors, enjoy delicious treats, and connect with fellow attendees. Don't miss out on this opportunity to support small businesses and have a great time. See you there!
Galentine's: Freaky Friday the 13th
🥂 Freaky Friday: A Galentine’s Affair 💗
This is your invitation for a SOST date night—but make it champagne, sisterhood, laughter, and unstoppable energy. A celebration where YOU and your girls are the main event!
💖 The Night of All Nights Includes:
🥂 Bottomless Veuve Clicquot Rosé for the first hour — sip pretty, sparkle often 🍽️ Girl Dinner Buffet — a curated spread of elevated girl-night favorites 📸 Professional Candid Photos — because your glow deserves more than camera roll memories 🕯️ Manifestation Candle Lab with Old Soul Rising — pour intention, set desires, and call in love on your own terms 🎬 BAPS screening — iconic, hilarious, and forever a girls’ night classic 🎧 DJ-led finale — sing, dance, and end the night on a high-energy, feel-good note
💁🏽♀️💁🏾♀️💁🏿♀️ Pull Up Your Way: ✨ Grab the Girls’ Girl Package (tickets for 3) and make it a full squad affair ✨ Or come solo — leave with new connections, inside jokes, and your cup very full 👗 Dress Code: Pink • White • Gold 💄Soft glam. Photo-ready. Effortlessly feminine.
This isn’t just a party — it’s a celebration of friendship, feminine energy, and choosing joy. Raise your glass, strike a pose, manifest your magic, and dance like the girls are watching.
Black Love Night: Dating on the Move
Black Love Night: For singles & couples! Games, dinner, drinks & fun—connect, flirt, or learn more about your partner ✨
✨ What to Expect:
Date Night – Cozy up and enjoy dinner with new faces
Game Night – Play classics and modern games while laughing all night
Paint & Sip – Get creative and relaxed with drinks and brushes
Speed-Dating Questionnaire – Make connections easily and enjoy the fun of meeting new people
This is your chance to mix, mingle, and make memories in a welcoming, vibrant atmosphere. Come ready to laugh, dance, and maybe even spark something special!
💌 For Black singles looking for love — let’s celebrate connection and good vibes together!
Relationship Roundtable
xplore how individuality can coexist beautifully with togetherness.
Join us for the IV installment of the Relationship Roundtable: Couples Edition on a journey to explore the art of Balancing Individuality and Togetherness!
In today’s fast-paced world, maintaining your personal identity while nurturing a loving partnership is key to a fulfilling relationship.
Friday, Febraury 20th at SOST DC from 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm. Food and drink specials will be offered.
Whether you’re a couple or considering a partnership, this event is for you!
Expect engaging discussions, expert insights, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere.
We can’t wait to see you there!
Game Night
Keep it simple with Go Fish and UNO. Take it old school with Tunk and Rummy. Or grab a partner and run somebody off the spades table! This event is a chill, Black Lesbian and Queer kickback for ages 30 and up. It's the perfect place to meet new people. Enjoy a night of R&B, card games, and even a small craft station, too.
Drinks and food are available for purchase. Tickets are limited to keep the space intimate.
This event is perfect for date night, friend time, or even a solo adventure. If you get a tad overstimulated, there will be a small crafts table for you to enjoy, or feel free to bring your own, such as Legos and crochet (no paint, glue, glitter, confetti, or anything messy).
SOST DC (Vinyl room, basement level) | 6 - 9pm | Happy hour specials until 7pm
1901 9th St NW, Washington, DC 20001
Hosted by Dee René (Deerene__ on IG)
My goal is to have a good time, create more opportunities for fun, and help you make some new friends along the way by hosting small, special-interest social events.
Why cards?
It reminds many of us of good times around family and friends. It's communal. It's nostalgic. It's ancestral.
Art Activated: Heartbreak Hotel
THIS IS THE… HEARTBREAK HOTEL! 💔🏨🌚🎨⚡️ We are partnering with Healed Love™ to bring you the ART P.M. HEARTBREAK HOTEL, an immersive experience that acknowledges life’s and love’s heartbreak while creating space for processing loss and healing through multidisciplinary art. As you check into HEARTBREAK HOTEL, you are invited to check in with yourself. This experience centers honest conversation, creative expression, and intentional connection, highlighting how love, art, and music intersect. Rather than focusing solely on romance, HEARTBREAK HOTEL expands the definition of love by exploring healing, self-love, friendship, community, and mutual care. Together, we create space to reflect, connect, and move forward with intention. Join us on Thursday, February 5, from 6PM to 10PM at SOST in DC. + THE ACTIVATED AFTERPARTY: Keep the vibes going and stay ACTIVATED as we transition into nightlife. (10PM to late) Artists participating, programming, and activations: Coming soon. ART P.M. blends art, culture, and connection. It is an art gallery and creative industry night hybrid experience. Whether you are an artist, collector, curator, buyer, creative, or simply someone who loves a good vibe, this night is for you. Come through, connect, explore, and maybe even find a piece to take home. 🍷 Enjoy happy hour specials on drinks and food until 8PM, curated cocktails all night, and a wine tasting featuring SOST’s selection of natural wines. 🍽️ The full SOST dinner menu will be available. 📸 Photos and video will be captured, so show up and show out. ART ACTIVATED is a platform that curates social-first, multidisciplinary art and creative experiences and content rooted in creativity, content, and community. We merge online and in-person experiences to amplify creatives and support business development. Founded by Alex Green. By RSVPing, you permit event organizers to use your likeness during the livestream and to use photos and video from the event for marketing and promotional purposes.
You Had To Be There
A 2010s Era Experience! Expect mixes of Fetty Wap Rihanna Bruno Mars New Boyz Drake B.O.B Lil Uzi Kanye Frank Ocean & More!
Activated Summit: The Kickback
NOW ACTIVATING: THE ACTIVATED SUMMIT ☀️⚡️A creative day party. Join us as we partner with Off Worque and Creative Kickback on Saturday, January 31, from 12PM to 5PM at SOST in DC. This dayside kickback celebrates creativity, culture, and connection through games founded by DC and DMV area creatives, interactive activities, and curated ACTIVATION STATIONS. 🍽️🥂 Enjoy a curated drink menu featuring $33 bottomless mimosas and sangrias. $39 espresso martinis. The full SOST brunch menu will be available. Table reservations are not required but can be made here: https://resy.com/cities/washington-dc/venues/sost?date=2026-01-31&seats=2 Also explore artwork on display at SOST from local DC and DMV area artists. Off Worque, a nonprofit focused on decentralizing work through events and workshops, will be celebrating the launch of Worque: Life Balance, their new game card experience. Creative Kickback’s new Create Space Game will also be available to play. Whether you identify as a creative, entrepreneur, business owner, or simply love being in the orbit of a good creative vibe, this event is designed for connection and community. 👕 Dress Code: Effortlessly fly brunch and day party attire 📸 Photos and video will be captured, so show up and show out. ART ACTIVATED curates social first, multidisciplinary art and creative experiences that merge digital and in person moments to amplify community. Founded by Alex Green (@alexactivated), ART ACTIVATED is rooted in creativity, content, and connection. By RSVPing or attending, you consent to being filmed, recorded, and having your image or likeness used for promotional and digital content purposes.
Royalty, MelaninCon 2026
(21+) Step into an evening of elegance, excellence, and empowerment at Royalty, a special happy hour that sets the stage for MelaninCon 2026. Hosted at the stylish SOST, this event celebrates the regal spirit of Black culture and community with an atmosphere of sophistication and connection.
The evening will feature:
Signature Cocktails, crafted with care to honor the occasion
Networking Opportunities with a community of changemakers, creatives, and innovators
This isn’t just a happy hour; it’s a celebration of our black excellence and the journey we’re creating together. Whether you’re here to make meaningful connections, enjoy exceptional food and drinks, or simply bask in the energy of the room, Royalty is the place to be.
Dress Code: FLY Cocktail Attire. The more extra, the better!