EVENTS april Washington Auto Show April 5-14 | Walter E. Washington Convention Center Marvel at historic vehicles and more than 600 new models at one of the nation’s top auto shows. Smithsonian Craft Show April 24-28 | National Building Museum Filmfest DC April 25–May 5 | Citywide Awesome Con April 26-28 | Walter E. Washington Convention Center The Oresteia April 30–June 2 | Shakespeare Theatre Company See the world premiere and new interpretation of an essential Greek tragedy. Spring Wine Festival & Sunset Tour May 17-19 | George Washington’s Mount Vernon The lavish estate hosts this popular event that combines local wines with gorgeous scenery and a tour of the grounds. National Memorial Day Concert May 26 | West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol National Memorial Day Parade May 27 | Constitution Avenue june Capital Pride June 6-9 | Citywide Street festivals, concerts and a parade attract the city’s strong LGBTQ community and allies. DC Jazz Festival June 7-16 | Citywide DC’s largest music festival celebrates its 15th anniversary. By the People June 15-23 | Citywide Expect giant installations and pop-ups during the return of this arts and dialogue festival. Giant National Capital Barbecue Battle June 22-23 | Pennsylvania Avenue NW The country’s finest barbecue comes to the nation’s capital accompanied by live jazz and blues. Smithsonian Folklife Festival June 26-30, July 3-7 National Mall WASHINGTON.ORG Passport DC May 1-31 | Citywide Washington Jewish Film Festival May 8-26 | Citywide Jewish history, culture and experience is celebrated through 150+ screenings. Mary Lou Williams Jazz Festival May 10-11 | The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts The legendary pianist/ humanitarian is honored with jazz programming hosted by Dee Dee Bridgewater. Zoofari May 16 | Smithsonian’s National Zoo may | 13
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