Georgetown Flea Market - May 10, 2026
Weekly Georgetown Flea Market in Washington, DC offers antiques and collectibles from local vendors in an open-air market setting. Explore vintage items, retro treasures, and unique gifts among a lively Sunday shopping scene at Georgetown Flea Market.
World Migratory Bird Day ›
Celebrate World Migratory Bird Day at the Smithsonian National Zoo with family-friendly activities, guided bird-watching, and short conservation talks. Learn how birds migrate, spot local species, and discover simple habitat-protection steps in a lively outdoor setting. The event is free and outdoors on the zoo grounds.
Family Workshop: An Ode to the Gardens
At the Folger Shakespeare Library, families explore garden poetry through hands-on activities, readings, and crafts that celebrate nature and literature. Participants collaborate to craft garden odes and playful art, guided by educators in a historic, story-filled venue.
Spring Pierogi Fest
Join the 4th annual Spring Pierogi Fest at Settle Down Easy Brewing Co. in Falls Church for a day of pierogi from multiple vendors, beer pairing, and casual, family-friendly festival vibes starting at noon.
2026 National Memorial Day Parade
The 2026 National Memorial Day Parade in Washington, DC is an annual, patriotic street event honoring veterans. Free to watch from the sidewalks, it features marching units, military bands, and ceremonial dignitaries along the national parade route. A family-friendly public celebration drawing locals and visitors alike.
Birds in Flight ›
Join a family-friendly, educational program at the Smithsonian National Zoo as birds in flight take center stage. Watch live demonstrations, learn about flight adaptations, and discover conservation stories in the zoo's aviaries.
National Gallery Block Party
Join the National Gallery Block Party for a vibrant street celebration outside the museum. Expect live performances, pop-up art installations, food stalls, and activities for all ages as locals and visitors mingle in a casual, community-driven festival atmosphere.
Ghidorah, The Three-Headed Monster
Ghidorah, The Three-Headed Monster screens at the Asian Art Museum, West Building. This vintage Japanese sci-fi epic pairs Godzilla, Rodan and Mothra against the space tyrant Ghidorah, offering retro monster-movie thrills in a refined museum setting.
Juneteenth at Anacostia Community Museum
Join a neighborhood block-party–style Juneteenth celebration at the Anacostia Community Museum with free outdoor activities, live music, spoken word, cooking demonstrations, and foodways conversations. The museum stays open late for a full day of heritage, resilience, and community, with youth activities and gardening.
Smithsonian Folklife Festival: Arts Endowment Folk Arts Program
Experience the Arts Endowment Folk Arts Program as part of the Smithsonian Folklife Festival. The program features traditional crafts, live demonstrations, and performances by folk artists from diverse communities, celebrating living cultural heritage at the Smithsonian's iconic festival setting.
Roots of Virginia Culture: The Past is Present
Explore Virginia’s cultural roots at the Smithsonian Folklife Festival’s Roots of Virginia Culture: The Past is Present. This outdoor festival on the National Mall features live performances, crafts, and storytelling that bring history to life for visitors of all ages.
Old Ways in the New World (1976) – Smithsonian Folklife Festival
A retrospective segment of the Smithsonian Folklife Festival revisiting the 1976 program 'Old Ways in the New World.' This outdoor showcase highlights traditional arts, music, and crafts from across the Americas, presented on the Smithsonian stage to spark cross-cultural understanding.
Smithsonian Folklife Festival: Land in Native American Cultures
Explore Native American perspectives on land through performances, storytelling, and craft demonstrations at the Smithsonian Folklife Festival. This cultural showcase spotlights Indigenous arts and daily life on the National Mall, offering live music, demonstrations, and interactive exhibits in a free, family-friendly setting.
Smithsonian Folklife Festival: African Diaspora Street Culture
Experience the Smithsonian Folklife Festival's African Diaspora Street Culture, a free outdoor showcase on the National Mall featuring street traditions from the African diaspora, live performances, crafts, and cultural demonstrations. A family-friendly celebration of music, dance, storytelling, and community across the Smithsonian festival grounds.
Smithsonian Folklife Festival: Tibetan Culture Beyond the Land of Snows
The Smithsonian Folklife Festival spotlights Tibetan culture beyond the land of snows, with performances, demonstrations, and exhibitions that reveal daily life, arts, and traditions. This outdoor, family-friendly program at the Smithsonian site invites visitors to explore Tibetan heritage within a global festival setting.
Creativity and Resistance: Maroon Culture in the Americas
A Smithsonian Folklife Festival feature exploring Maroon communities across the Americas, showing how creativity acts as resistance and cultural identity. The program highlights histories, performances, and crafts that shaped diaspora networks, with scholars sharing insights and live demonstrations.
Smithsonian Folklife Festival: National Heritage Fellows Program
A section of the Smithsonian Folklife Festival highlighting the National Heritage Fellows Program, presenting master folk artists as part of a year-round celebration of American heritage. An outdoor, family-friendly cultural festival on the Smithsonian grounds in Washington, D.C., with performances and demonstrations by leading folk-art practitioners. Free admission.
Welcome to a Native Place
On July 1, 2026 at 1 PM, Dennis Zotigh (Kiowa/Isanti Dakota/Ohkay Owingeh Pueblo) performs a 30-minute program of Indigenous songs spanning Alaska to Florida in the Potomac Atrium of the Smithsonian American Indian Museum, followed by a Q&A on Indigenous culture past and present.
Fourth of July Celebration, National Mall
Outdoor Fourth of July celebration on the National Mall in Washington, DC. A family-friendly, all-day festival featuring live music, patriotic displays, and fireworks.
Salute America's 250th Birthday Fireworks Celebration
Saluting America's 250th birthday, this fireworks celebration lights up Washington, DC with patriotic pyrotechnics and family-friendly festivities. Expect a dazzling night of grand displays, music, and community pride around the national milestone.
Obon Festival at New York Buddhist Church
The Obon Festival at New York Buddhist Church honors ancestral spirits with a day of taiko drumming, origami crafting, and communal remembrance on 106th Street. A welcoming, family-friendly cultural celebration blending tradition and community in New York.
Great American Farmers Market
Join the Great American Farmers Market for a lively outdoor gathering of local farmers and artisans. Browse seasonal produce, breads, jams, and prepared foods, mingle with vendors, and enjoy a family-friendly shopping experience in the DC area.
NMAAHC 10th Anniversary Celebration
Join Washington, DC's National Museum of African American History and Culture as it marks its 10th anniversary with a cultural celebration featuring performances, panel discussions, and special exhibits highlighting Black history, art, and community impact.
Celebrate Cherry Blossom Season at Catbird’s Georgetown Store
Catbird’s Georgetown Store hosts a Cherry Blossom Season celebration in Washington, DC. Step into a spring-inspired in-store experience with blossom-themed displays and exclusive launches as part of Georgetown’s seasonal festivities. The event begins March 20 at 11:00.