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The nation’s capital is a prime destination for exciting events year after year. Visit washington.org for the latest information, including dates and additional details. SPRING National Cherry Blossom Festival Nothing signifies spring in the District like the blooming of cherry blossom trees, celebrated through a beloved seasonal festival of events held from March 20 – April 16, 2023. Passport DC Paying tribute to DC’s thriving international culture, the month-long May festival features embassy open houses on May 6 and 13. Capital Pride Thousands of visitors flock to DC for a celebration of the city’s dynamic LGBTQ+ community, which features the popular Pride Parade, Festival and Concert held June 2-11, 2023. SUMMER DC Jazz Festival Each Labor Day weekend, festival organizers invite visitors of all ages to The Wharf and venues across the city to enjoy a diverse selection of national and international jazz masters. Smithsonian Folklife Festival Typically held on the National Mall in the weeks around Independence Day, the free festival honors cultural traditions from communities all over the world with performances, demonstrations, food and a vibrant marketplace. Fourth of July The nation’s capital celebrates Independence Day with spectacular fireworks on the National Mall and the free A Capitol Fourth concert. Citi Open One of the city’s finest sporting traditions is typically held during the first week of August at the Rock Creek Tennis Center and draws top-tier international talent from the men’s and women’s circuits FALL Adams Morgan Day Eclectic and energetic like the neighborhood itself, this family-friendly festival known as Adams Morgan Day usually takes place in mid-September. WalkingTown DC In late September, explore DC’s distinct neighborhoods through dozens of free guided tours. WINTER Downtown Holiday Market Spectacular wintertime treats await from late November through late December at DC’s beloved downtown bazaar. Live performances, warm drinks, latke and doughnuts complete the scene. National Christmas Tree Lighting The National Park Service and National Park Foundation host a holiday tradition on the White House grounds replete with pageantry in late November or early December. National Menorah The first evening of Hanukkah (Dec. 7, 2023) kicks off with live music, food and more as part of the annual lighting ceremony of the 30-foot-tall Menorah on the White House Ellipse.
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