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Summer in DC brings funky festivals, powerful exhibitions, family fun, pet-friendly activities and much more. Package rates start at $99/night.

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DC heats up with energy and excitement that can only be found in the nation’s capital, whether you come for the memorials, museums or funky festivals.

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Dan Brown casts a light on power and intrigue in the nation’s capital in his newest thriller, “The Lost Symbol.”

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Hot Hotel Deals: Staying Power Packages
Save 30% on your three-night weekend hotel stay with Destination DC's Staying Power packages starting at just $99/night...
Savor Summer Longer in DC - Labor Day Vacations
DC sizzles with funky festivals, powerful exhibitions, family fun and red-hot hotel deals. Round out your summer with a getaway to DC, including the National Symphony Orchestra's Labor Day concert at the Capitol (Sep. 5), Shakespeare Theatre's Free for All (Aug. 19-Sep. 5) and much more...
Fall Festivals Galore
From the DC Shorts Film Festival (97 films from 12 countries Sept. 9-16) to the Library of Congress National Book Festival (Sept. 25), you can dive into culture here in DC this fall... 
How to See DC
Looking for foodie tips or family travel advice? Crave the outdoors or want to know more about the neighborhoods? Check out our Experience DC section to see the DC you want to see…
Listen to this Power of Change Podcast Tour created by the Young Scholars in Fairfax County Public Schools.

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OVO
Cirque du Soleil is pleased to return to DC with its latest big top touring production, OVO, starting Thursday, September 9. OVO will perform for a limited engagement under the trademark Big Top at National Harbor. Learn more about the show and purchase tickets at cirquedusoleil.com/ovo!
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100 Free (and almost free) Things to Do in DC
If you're looking for an affordable vacation, take a look at some of the fun, free and almost-free experiences that await you in DC...
DC Savings
Ride Amtrak to DC and save 40% on companion fares. For details and booking, visit amtrak.com/visitdc.
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Plan your next DC trip in the footsteps of the Obamas...