10 Events in Washington DC That You Shouldn't Miss

August 15, 2021 Layne Dawes

Washington DC is a hub for American politics and history. Attracting as many school field trips as it does travelers the district offers a peek into the country’s democratic origin. There are plenty of free museums to take advantage of but the real draw here is the memorials and monuments dedicated to great American leaders. Spend some contemplative time at the Reflecting Pool within the National Mall, among the most patriotic places in the country.
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1. National Cherry Blossom Festival

17th Street NW Grounds of the Washington Monument, Washington DC, DC +1 877-442-5666 http://www.nationalcherryblossomfestival.org/
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4.5 based on 176 reviews

National Cherry Blossom Festival

Reviewed By N4859XYjuliep

You have to watch the timing of your visit so you are there during the peak season for the full bloom - it is so beautiful! Go to the cherry blossom website where they monitor the blossoms and give updates in response to changing the weather conditions. Traffic and parking is very difficult, so if you can walk, take metro, or take a cab, you are better off. We took a cab to the Tidal Basin, but then had a difficult time finding one to return. The Tidal Basin can get very crowded during peak bloom, but it is worth it..... find a place to just sit and enjoy the beauty!

2. White House Easter Egg Roll

1600 Pennsylvania Ave NW White House, Washington DC, DC 20500-0003 https://www.whitehouse.gov/eastereggroll
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4.5 based on 7 reviews

White House Easter Egg Roll

3. Rolling Thunder Run

Constitution Ave NW, Washington DC, DC http://rollingthunderrun.com/
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4.5 based on 24 reviews

Rolling Thunder Run

4. Library of Congress National Book Festival

801 Mount Vernon Pl NW Washington Convention Center, Washington DC, DC 20001-3614 http://www.loc.gov/bookfest/
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4.5 based on 14 reviews

Library of Congress National Book Festival

Book lovers of all ages come together by the tens of thousands to celebrate reading and meet their favorite authors at the annual Library of Congress National Book Festival, held at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center. The event is free and open to the public. Nationally known authors, illustrators and poets make presentations on stages dedicated to children and teens, fiction, history, biography, poetry, science and more. Many fascinating thematic programs and panel discussions are offered throughout the festival. Readers can also meet their favorite authors during book signings. Thousands more book lovers watch the festival’s Main Stage streamed live online.

5. The Marine Corps Marathon - Washington DC

Fort Washington National Harbour, Washington DC, DC
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4.5 based on 10 reviews

The Marine Corps Marathon - Washington DC

Reviewed By 302jefferym - Wellington, United States

Marines I salute you. I went with my wife for her second Marine Corp Marathon. What an amazing event. Well planned, hugely attended, extremely safe, and down right spectacular. The expo at Gaylord Palms was perfect. The security by the Pentagon was perfect, The Marines were true to form approachable. Professional and to say the least they made me proud to be an American, even more than I already am. Thank you for a job well done

6. Army Ten-Miler

102 3rd Ave Bldg 39, Washington DC, DC 20319-5031 http://www.armytenmiler.com/
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4.0 based on 5 reviews

Army Ten-Miler

7. Washington Kastles

600 22nd St NW # 219 Kastles Stadium at Union Market, Washington DC, DC 20052-0055 +1 202-483-6647 [email protected] http://www.washingtonkastles.com/
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4.0 based on 5 reviews

With an intimate stadium, music between points, cheerleaders, and mascots both tall and round, the Washington Kastles offer a high-energy experience unlike any tennis tournament in the world. In nine short seasons, the Kastles have quickly rewritten the record books of Mylan World TeamTennis. Our roster of players changes annually but we are happy to include professionals like Venus Williams, Martina Hingis, Nick Kyrgios, the Bryan Brothers and Frances Tiafoe among our most recent 2017 season.

8. Marine Corps Marathon

Quantico Butler Stadium, Washington DC, DC 22134 http://www.marinemarathon.com/
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4.0 based on 8 reviews

Marine Corps Marathon

9. Rock 'n' Roll DC Marathon

2110 O St NW, Washington DC, DC 20037-1000 http://www.runrocknroll.com/dc/
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3.5 based on 5 reviews

Rock 'n' Roll DC Marathon

10. DC Jazz Festival

600 14th St NW The Hamilton, Washington DC, DC 20005-2008 http://dcjazzfest.org/
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3.5 based on 4 reviews

DC Jazz Festival

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