From President Lincoln’s Cottage:
“May 17 & May 18: 1-5pm
Don’t miss out! A limited number of presale tickets are now available – don’t miss your chance to get 15% off tickets!
This deal is only available through April 7 or while supplies last.
Bourbon and Bluegrass is (more…)
Holi Union Market photo by HANG YUAN6
From a press release:
“Celebrate the Colors of Holi at Union Market on Friday, March 14! In partnership with RASA and DC Dosa, Union Market District invites you to the third annual vibrant celebration of Holi, the Festival of Colors. Get ready for an evening filled with authentic Indian flavors, great music, dancing, cocktails and lively festivities—including the joyful tradition of color throwing and other fun surprises. RSVP NOW!
This event is free to the public and will be a first-come, first-served for guests who wish to participate (the first 400 people in line will receive a t-shirt, color is available while supplies last). Participating vendors will have food and drinks available for purchase. Pro-tip: Wear whites that you don’t mind getting colorful. The colored powder is washable and non-toxic.
Suggested attire: Not your nicest whites, but the colored powder is washable and non-toxic.
Location: The Plaza, 1325 5th St NE (Behind Union Market)
SCHEDULE: (more…)
photo by Alex Huie
From the Mayor’s Office:
“Today, Mayor Muriel Bowser and the National Cherry Blossom Festival released new attendee data that highlights the success of the 2024 Festival and its economic and tourism impact on Washington, DC and the surrounding area.
“Washington, DC is proud to host the National Cherry Blossom Festival every spring, not only because it is an economic driver for our residents and businesses, but also because it is a point of pride that allows us to showcase our city to visitors from across the country and around the world,” said Mayor Bowser. “Last year, we set a new tourism record, and it is because we have fantastic events and attractions like the National Cherry Blossom Festival.”
The 2024 National Cherry Blossom Festival drew 1.6 million attendees to Washington, DC and its surrounding areas, eclipsing the pre-pandemic 2019 estimate of 1.5 million attendees. The estimated visitor spending in the District alone totaled $202 million, (more…)
From The U.S. Capitol Police:
“On Thursday, July 4, A Capitol Fourth — an Independence Day concert — will be live from the West Front of the United States Capitol. The concert will be broadcast on PBS at 8:00 p.m. EST and streaming online
to honor our country’s birthday.
There is also a dress rehearsal on July 3. Both events are free and open to the public.
On July 3 and July 4, public access to the West Front opens at 3:00 p.m.
Security Measures, Severe Weather, & Prohibited Items (more…)
photo by Victoria Pickering
From MPD:
“On Saturday, June 8, 2024, motorists should take into consideration the following parking restrictions and street closures associated with the Capital Pride Parade and Block Party:
The Capital Pride Parade will assemble on 15th Street from Rhode Island Avenue to U Street, NW and proceed east on T Street, NW south on 14th Street, NW east on Pennsylvania Avenue, NW, where it will disband on 7th Street from Pennsylvania Avenue, NW to Independence Avenue, SW. The Capital Pride Block Party will take place on 17th Street from P Street to Riggs Place, NW.
Motorists looking to traverse Northwest and downtown DC may use U Street, Massachusetts Avenue, Independence Avenue, 17th Street, NW, and the 3rd Street Tunnel.
Please note, although vehicular traffic will not be able to cross 14th Street between U Street, NW and Independence Avenue, SW during the parade, residents will still be able to access their homes if they live east or west of 14th Street. If you live between 16th Street and 14th Street from U Street to Rhode Island Avenue, NW, please approach from 16th Street and officers will assist you getting home.
Residents and visitors needing to access the downtown corridor east of 14th Street, NW (City Center, Chinatown, and Capital One Arena) may enter from the east. These areas will experience intermittent traffic closures and motorists should expect delays.
The following streets will be posted as Emergency No Parking from Saturday, June 8, 2024 at 4:00 a.m. through Sunday, June 9, 2024 at 1:00 a.m.: (more…)
UPDATE:
“Due to the threat of inclement weather, the Signature Celebration of the 19th annual National Asian Heritage Festival – Fiesta Asia Street Fair scheduled to happen this Saturday, May 18, 2024, from 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM along Pennsylvania Avenue NW between 3rd & 6th Streets in the District of Columbia has been POSTPONED to Saturday, June 1, 2024. (more…)
courtesy District Bridges
From a press release:
“WHAT: Lower Georgia Avenue Main Street proudly presents Africa On The Avenue, a celebration of Africa and the African diaspora’s vibrant immigrant community along Georgia Avenue NW. Join us on Saturday, May 18, at Bruce Monroe Park for this one-day festival featuring live music and entertainment, food, a vendor market, double dutch, braiding demonstrations, and family-friendly activities. (more…)
photo by angela n.
From AlertDC:
“Please be aware a fireworks display will take place tonight, April 6, at 8:30pm in the Washington Channel around Yards Park. DC Fire and EMS has licensed this pyrotechnic display and fire inspectors will be on the scene. There is no cause for alarm.”
From a press release:
“With the construction finally completed, Cleveland Park is turning its focus to celebrating its new neighborhood space – the Cleveland Park Promenade.
Formerly known as the Cleveland Park Service Lane, the Cleveland Park Promenade now boasts ample sidewalks, seating, and dining options. As spring emerges, the landscaping will take shape and blossom with native plantings and natural pollinators. Restaurant patios, as will the Cleveland Park Farmers Market, will begin popping up in the coming months.
To celebrate, neighbors are planning a Party on the Promenade on April 6, 2024, from 4:00-6:00 pm. (more…)
photo by Diane Krauthamer
From AlertDC:
“On Saturday, April 6, 2024, the National Cherry Blossom Festival Petalpalooza will take place in the District of Columbia. In conjunction with this event, there will be parking restrictions and street closures that motorists should take into consideration: (more…)