Scene Socials
Bringing people together from throughout the scene.
Since our inception, The Metro has carried one central focus: to bring those of a like mind together & create a forum for people to connect. Our Seasonal Scene Socials strive to do just that.
All too often we converse at affairs with not much more than a sound-bite. So by design our more casual gatherings offer a chance to connect on a deeper level over drinks, good food, & honest conversation.
“The key to a good party is filling a room with guests more interesting than you.” - Steve Rubell.
Coming June 5th - On June 5th 1985, Ferris Bueller declared the day off. In honor of this eternal benchmark, we proclaim this as a 'National Day of Hooky' & have planned a Scene Social to gather good friends as we usher in the coming summer!
"Life moves pretty fast. If you don't stop and look around once in a while, you could miss it."
We're taking over the newly opened MacMillan Spirit House in Alexandria (500 Montgomery St, Alexandria, Va). It’s a beautiful space in an awesome location – an absolute gem for the region.
Kick-off will be early at 6:30pm & we'll roll until close (midnight).
As this is a public gathering of purely social intent, please feel free to invite anyone you might want to include. In the meantime, we look forward to seeing you out!
~ Annual Traditions ~
Please Note: Scene Socials are a mainstream affair, but all our gatherings bring together various cultures of the overall scene. So please come with an open mind, a desire for fun, & conduct yourself in a respectful manner to all who are present.
For Pics & Galleries of past events see our Gallery Page.
Coming in March - The Great Celtic Social (SceneSocials): Somewhere around the 5th century, St. Patrick drove the 'Snakes' from Ireland. Well we're bringing 'em back! So please join us Fri March 14th 2024 as we gather good friends old & new for The Great Celtic Revival…
Our very first party was an affair for St. Patrick's Day. It remains an annual favorite, so we'd like to commemorate this milestone with an annual gathering.
We'll be doing a take-over of ‘Barrel’ on Capitol Hill (613 Pennsylvania Ave. SE DC). Kickoff is planned for 8:30pm & we'll go 'till close. Nope, not an Irish Bar. We plan to be in the main area as you enter. But just in case you don’t see us, check the tasting room downstairs as well. Just ask for Rick & The Metro.
Coming June 5th - Ferris Bueller's Day Off (Scene Socials): On June 5th 1985, Ferris Bueller declared the day off. In honor of this eternal benchmark, we proclaim this as a 'National Day of Hooky' & have planned a Scene Social to gather good friends as we usher in the coming summer! "Life moves pretty fast. If you don't stop and look around once in a while, you could miss it."
We're taking over the newly opened MacMillan Spirit House in Alexandria (500 Montgomery St, Alexandria, Va). It’s a beautiful space in an awesome location – an absolute gem for the region.
Kick-off will be early at 6:30pm & we'll roll until close (midnight).
As this is a public gathering of purely social intent, please feel free to invite anyone you might want to include. In the meantime, we look forward to seeing you out!
Coming in October - The DC High Heel Race (Scene Socials): Hosted on Tuesday before Halloween, 17th Street NW brings one of DC's greatest traditions! If you've never been, it's as close as DC comes to Mardi Gras. And make no mistake, it's for everyone (THOUSANDS go to this thing). Festivities run for 4 blocks between R & Church St. along 17th NW DC. The main parade kicks off around 7pm & the race runs at 9pm (but it's really all about the parade).
We meet in front of Floriana's on the corner of 17th & Q St (it's a good spot w/ a patio bar & access to restrooms). If you're not sure who you're looking for then look for the guy dressed as Ratatouille: white chef coat w/ Remy on my shoulder & a black kilt. We're always looking for a good opportunity to bring people together, & this is an amazing event for a fun night out. So we hope to see you there!
Xmas Eve (a changing tradition): For 34 years, I’ve held a tradition to gather good friends on Xmas Eve as Santa Takes Flight. Old Ebbitt was our home & these decades have seen various renditions w/ different groups. Founded in 1963, they recently celebrated 60 years in operation! But sadly, the company has since sold their enterprise.
Unfortunately, they sold to an investment group. The new owners JACKED prices & even charge a ‘Covid Recovery Fee’ for the privilege of dining w/ them. In truth, this is all about corporate profit & nothing more. So I'm breaking a 34 year tradition & moving in an entirely new direction.
I've combined this night into a private affair, while our Holiday Scene Social has been moved to Fri before New Year's as The Naughty or Nice Capricorn Bash (please see above). We hope you'll join us.
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