{"id":1699,"date":"2026-07-08T16:10:21","date_gmt":"2026-07-08T20:10:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sportsandsocial.com\/dc\/?post_type=tribe_events&#038;p=1699"},"modified":"2026-07-08T16:10:21","modified_gmt":"2026-07-08T20:10:21","slug":"heatwave-wing-challenge","status":"publish","type":"tribe_events","link":"https:\/\/sportsandsocial.com\/dc\/event\/heatwave-wing-challenge\/","title":{"rendered":"Heatwave Wing Challenge"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Think you can handle the heat?<\/p>\n<p>Join Sports &amp; Social DC and UpstateFTW, home of DC\u2019s Best Wings, for the Upstate Heatwave Wing Challenge! Join us July 29 on <a class=\"x1i10hfl xjbqb8w x1ejq31n x18oe1m7 x1sy0etr xstzfhl x972fbf x10w94by x1qhh985 x14e42zd x9f619 x1ypdohk xt0psk2 x3ct3a4 xdj266r x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak xexx8yu xyri2b x18d9i69 x1c1uobl x16tdsg8 x1hl2dhg xggy1nq x1a2a7pz  _aa9_ _a6hd\" role=\"link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/explore\/tags\/nationalchickenwingday\/\">#NationalChickenWingDay<\/a> for an unforgettable night of fiery flavors, big personalities and live entertainment at <a class=\"x1i10hfl xjbqb8w x1ejq31n x18oe1m7 x1sy0etr xstzfhl x972fbf x10w94by x1qhh985 x14e42zd x9f619 x1ypdohk xt0psk2 x3ct3a4 xdj266r x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak xexx8yu xyri2b x18d9i69 x1c1uobl x16tdsg8 x1hl2dhg xggy1nq x1a2a7pz notranslate _a6hd\" role=\"link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sportssocialdc\/\">@sportssocialdc<\/a> 1314 U St NW.<\/p>\n<p>Reserve your spot now at the link in our bio!<\/p>\n<p>Inspired by everyone\u2019s favorite celebrity hot wing interview format, this interactive experience features local celebrities, creators and influencers taking on six progressively hotter wing flavors while answering fun questions, sharing stories and seeing who can keep their cool as the Scoville levels climb from a manageable 450 SHU all the way to an explosive 1,400,000 SHU.<\/p>\n<p>The best part? 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Every ticket includes your own six-wing tasting platter featuring the exact same lineup of sauces the panelists are eating, so you can experience every level of heat right alongside them.<\/p>\n<p>Wing Lineup:<br \/>\n\u2022 Medium Buffalo<br \/>\n\u2022 Honey Sriracha<br \/>\n\u2022 Angry Gochujang<br \/>\n\u2022 Fire Sauce<br \/>\n\u2022 Habanero BBQ<br \/>\n\u2022 Volcano Sauce featuring Carolina Reaper<\/p>\n<p>Whether you\u2019re a spice enthusiast, wing lover or just looking for a one-of-a-kind night out, this is your chance to put your taste buds to the test while enjoying one of DC\u2019s most entertaining food events.<\/p>\n<p>Space is limited and advance reservations are required. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.opentable.com\/booking\/experiences-availability?rid=1339687&amp;restref=1339687&amp;experienceId=754475&amp;utm_source=external&amp;utm_medium=website&amp;utm_campaign=hot-wing-challenge\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Reserve your seat today through OpenTable<\/a> and see if you can make it all the way to the final wing.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Think you can handle the heat? 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