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  • Chinese New Year

    Ten days of parades, fireworks, special menus at the restaurants, and unique events in Chinatown. Simply pass through the ornate arch at 7th and H streets, NW.

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  • Filmfest D.C.

    This top-quality and lively film festival has brought the best of world cinema to the city for over 15 years. The most exciting new films are shown during two weeks in April at various venues, and discussions and film-oriented events are held at theaters, auditoriums, and cafés.

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  • Independence Day

    The celebration culminates with a fireworks display synchronized with patriotic music.

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  • International Gold Cup Steeplechase Races

    Take place at the peak of fall’s colored foliage.

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  • Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

    Church services held. Check local papers for details.

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  • Mary McLeod Bethune Annual Celebration

    Gospel choirs celebrate the African-American educator.

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  • National Cherry Blossom Festival

    The Tidal Basin is surrounded by beautiful Japanese cherry trees, which originated with 3,000 specimens given to the city in 1912 by the mayor of Tokyo. The festival celebrating their spring bloom includes a parade, performances, and such offbeat events as a sushi-making contest.

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  • National Christmas Tree Lighting

    The decorations are joyous.

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  • National Frisbee Festival

    The Frisbee dogs always steal the show.

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  • National Grand Prix

    More than just an auto race, this three-day stop on the American Le Mans Series includes enough performances and concerts, celebrities, exhibitions, and food to qualify as a festival.

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What’s on now in Washington, D.C.
  • Easter Egg Roll
    Celebrate Easter with thousands of others on the South Lawn of the White House. This annual Easter egg-hunting tradition dates back to 1878 and the time of President Rutherford B Hayes. Read more
  • Cherry Blossom Parade and Festival
    The Cherry Blossom Parade and Festival celebrates the original gift of 3000 cherry trees from the city of Tokyo to the people of Washington, DC in 1912. Read more
  • Earth Day
    Earth Day is an annual affair dedicated to raising awareness of ecological issues. It's not just an excuse to hold hands and be nice to one another - past events have managed to get environmentally... Read more
  • Capital Pride
    One of the largest gay pride events in the US, Washington's Pride celebrations focus on diversity, cultural achievement, civil rights issues and entertainment by and for gay, lesbian, bisexual and... Read more