Events
No matter when you visit, we’ve got an event with your name on it. From all-American holidays to international cultures and from barbecue to the blues –- we’re celebrating it all here in Washington, DC.
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Celebrate the nation’s greatest springtime celebration, happening from March 20 to April 14.
Celebrate the return of spring and those famous pink blossoms at these events throughout DC
No matter what time of year you visit DC, there is a celebration or festival to be had.
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Pictured: Capital Fringe Festival performance
Since 2005, the Capital Fringe Festival has drawn more than 100 cutting-edge performing artists to theaters across DC.
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Pictured: FRESHFARM Market in Dupont Circle
FreshFarm Market operates on Sunday mornings on 20th Street NW between Massachusetts and Connecticut Avenues. During peak season, more than 40 farmers offer fruits and vegetables, meat, fish, cheeses, breads, flowers, soaps and more.
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Pictured: Twilight Tattoo drummers
Twilight Tattoo is an hourlong military pageant hosted by Fort Myer in Arlington, Va., featuring soldiers from the 3rd U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard) and The U.S. Army Band "Pershing's Own."
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Pictured: Twilight Tattoo soldiers
Twilight Tattoo is a colorful hourlong military pageant hosted by Fort Myer in Arlington, Va. It features military bands, cannon fire and soldiers from the 3rd U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard) performing traditional drills.
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Pictured: Downtown Holiday Market
For 24 days in December, Penn Quarter's Downtown Holiday Market hosts more than 60 vendors displaying jewelry, pottery, paintings, textiles and more - including freshly made donuts!
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Pictured: Downtown Holiday Market
For 24 days in December, Penn Quarter's Downtown Holiday Market hosts more than 60 vendors displaying jewelry, pottery, paintings, textiles and other great gift ideas.
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Pictured: Dupont Circle farmer's market
The Dupont Circle FRESHFARM market features more than 40 farmers with meat, poultry, fruits, vegetables, breads, pastas, flowers and more. Open on Sundays, "The Wall Street Journal" named it one of the top farmer's markets in the country.
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Pictured: Vegetables at Dupont Circle farmer's market
In operation since 1997, the Sunday-morning FRESHFARM market at Dupont Circle is an excellent introduction to the food bounty of the mid-Atlantic and the farmers who cultivate fruits, vegetables, flowers, cheeses, meat, poultry, fish, honey and dairy.
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Pictured: Ryan Zimmerman bats for the Nationals
Third baseman Ryan Zimmerman has made headlines for his defensive plays that have helped lead the Washington Nationals to victory - and helped pack seats at Nationals Park each summer. - Photo by Washington Nationals
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Pictured: Lawnside at the U.S. Capitol
The U.S. Capitol isn't just for politicians. The public is welcome on the grounds for performances and other events. - Photo by Chris Gieckel
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Pictured: DC Jazz Festival
Music lovers flock to Washington each summer to attend the annual DC Jazz Festival, featuring up to 100 performances across more than 60 venues. - Photo by Ronald H. Green
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Pictured: Local cheeses at the Dupont Circle Freshfarm market
Local cheeses at the Dupont Circle Freshfarm market
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Pictured: Nationals Park
NL East Division Champs in 2012, the Washington Nationals have become a team to watch. Nats Stadium offers an exciting game day experience with local food vendors, good views and the popular Racing Presidents.
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Pictured: Capitol Riverfront Movie Night
In the summer, the Capitol Riverfront neighborhood features "Front Flicks" - a series of outdoor movies perfect for a picnic.
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Pictured: Kastles Stadium
Home to the Washington Kastles, Kastles Stadium at the Wharf is located in the Southwest Waterfront neighborhood. - Photo by Southwest Quadrant blog
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Pictured: Nationals Park
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Pictured: Yards Park Friday Night Concert Series
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Pictured: The Washington Wizards at the Verizon Center
The Washington Wizards have played at Verizon Center since 1997. The 20,000-seat venue is located in Penn Quarter, a DC hot spot full of shopping and dining options.
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Pictured: The Washington Wizards
Bradley Beal is a rising young star on the Washington Wizards. You can see Beal and the rest of the Wizards play at DC's Verizon Center. - Photo by Washington Wizards
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Pictured: G Wiz, Washington Wizards Mascot
G Wiz fires up the home crowd at the Verizon Center for each Wizards home game. Catching a Wizards game at Verizon Center is one of many great activities in DC's Downtown/Penn Quarter/Chinatown neighborhood. - Photo by Washington Wizards
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Pictured: D.C. United fans
D.C. United played its first season in MLS in 1996. United plays all of their home games at RFK Stadium, supported by a raucous crowd.
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Pictured: Let's go D.C. United!
D.C. United have developed a loyal following throughout the Washington region. The team has its own dedicated fan club called "The Screaming Eagles," with more than 1,100 members (and growing).
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Pictured: Michelle & Barack Obama on Inauguration night 2009
Inaugural balls take place throughout DC the week leading up to and on Inauguration evening. The President and his family often attend a few, much to the delight of attendees.
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Pictured: Jayson Werth, Washington Nationals
The 2012 Washington Nationals gave DC playoff baseball for the first time since 1933. Jayson Werth's home run to win a playoff game will live on forever in DC sports history.
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Pictured: The Washington Mystics
The Washington Mystics are DC's WNBA franchise, and have called Verizon Center home since beginning play in 1997. - Photo by Washington Mystics
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Pictured: The Washington Mystics
The Washington Mystics in action at the Verizon Center. The franchise has led the WNBA in attendance seven times. - Photo by Washington Mystics
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Pictured: President Obama
Post-Inauguration balls and galas celebrate the newly-elected president. Smiles and good times are had by all - especially the president himself.
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Pictured: Inauguration Crowd
The Inauguration of our nation's 44th President, Barack Obama, brought a record 1.8 million people to the National Mall in 2009.
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Pictured: The Capitol during Inauguration
The Presidential Inauguration draws thousands of visitors to DC every four years. The historic occasion shines the spotlight on the District.
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Pictured: Washington Nationals, NL East Champions
The Washington Nationals celebrated their first division championship in 2012. Ignite your "Natitude" with a game at Nationals Park! - Photo by Washington Nationals
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Pictured: Fireworks at Nationals Park
Select Washington Nationals' games feature fireworks, which light up the DC sky and excite the home crowd. - Photo by Washington Nationals
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Pictured: Passport DC at the Embassy of Korea
The Embassy of the Republic of Korea, known as the Korus House, is located on Massachusetts Avenue in Northwest DC. It is one of more than 40 embassies participating in the Around the World Embassy Tour. - Photo by Walter Woodward
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Pictured: Passport DC
Passport DC annually offers the Around the World Embassy Tour, which allows visitors to explore more than 40 embassies in the District. The tour lets visitors experience international art, film, dance, food and music.
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Pictured: Passport DC
Passport DC is an annual month-long celebration occurring each May that celebrates more than 100 international events and activities around the District. Numerous embassy tours are offered, along with international festivals, performances and workshops. - Photo by Don Tanguilig
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Pictured: Passport DC at the Embassy of the Plurinational State of Bolivia
The Embassy of the Plurinational State of Bolivia can be found on Massachusetts Avenue in Northwest DC. The avenue features more than 15 embassies that will be included on the Around the World Embassy Tour. - Photo by Walter Woodward
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Pictured: Passport DC at the Embassy of Ireland
The Embassy of Ireland is shown here in "Shortcut to Europe: E.U. Embassies' Open House." This event allows visitors to experience the culture of 28 nations in the European Union, with embassies open for touring.
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Pictured: Passport DC at the Embassy of Nepal
The Embassy of Nepal is located on 34th Place in Northwest DC, and is a participant in the Around the World Embassy Tour. Participating countries display music, dance, art and more.
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Trip Ideas
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Everything you need to know about the country’s largest political party on the National Mall.
As Washington, DC's official MLS team, D.C. United brings non-stop action to RFK Stadium.
Get in on the action as the Washington Wizards take over the Verizon Center.
Learn more about the nation's greatest springtime celebration, happening March 20 - April 14, 2013
The most critical part of any Independence Day is where you’re going to hunker down to watch the fireworks. You’ll want to catch all the booming flashes and floating cascades of red, white and blue, and we have just the spots to optimize your view.
Warm weather and a sports town through and through means plenty of chances to enjoy a good game.
The annual DC Jazz Festival, June 5-16, features more than 125 live performances throughout DC.
Presented by Cultural Tourism DC, this annual event celebrates the international side of DC.
Perhaps one of the best ways to spend an evening in Washington, DC is with some live music. As the home of our nation’s capital, DC is regularly on the circuit for major concert headliners and performing artists.
From Christmas to New Year's Eve to Valentine's Day, winter in DC is full of celebrations.
Spend the Fourth of July in the nation’s capital and celebrate with fireworks and festivals.
Washington, DC's summer festivals celebrate everything from food to film.
A month-by-month guide to annual GLBT events in Washington, DC.
Between Memorial Day, Fourth of July and Labor Day, DC is where to celebrate the patriotic holidays.
Celebrate the last days of summer with football, music and more in the nation's capital.
Where will you be when the clock strikes midnight? From family friendly First Night festivities to swanky soirees at high-end hotels, Washington, DC is the perfect place for a New Year’s Eve party. Check out our countdown of hotspots below.
No matter what month you visit Washington, DC, there's always something to celebrate.
From serene fall foliage to exciting sporting events and festivals, you'll "fall" in love with DC.
The nation's capital serves up spooky, kooky and family-friendly entertainment in October.
Celebrate global culture with these fun Washington, DC festivals.
