Washington, DC festivals
Fresh plans around Washington, DC, from this weekend's highlights to events worth planning ahead for.
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America's State Flowers: An America250 Celebration Exhibit
In celebration of America's 250th anniversary, the U.S. Botanic Garden will bloom with the flowers each U.S. state and territory has chosen as their official flower.
Washington · 100 Maryland Ave. SW100 Maryland Ave. SW
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Black Food & Wine Festival '26
A local festival at The Great Lawn in Washington. The organizer has the latest hours, admission, and daily schedule.
Washington · The Great LawnThe Great Lawn
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DC Festival of Magic - The Great Kaplan: Family Show (1pm)
Calling magic lovers of all ages - join us at the 6th Annual DC Festival of Magic for our family magic show!
Washington · 1001 16th St. NW1001 16th St. NW
FestivalFamilyLive
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DC State Fair
The DC State Fair is back. Showcasing the talents and uniqueness of DC, the fair has contests, a pet parade, exhibitions by local vendors, and more. Be sure to stop by workshops and exhibitions throughout the day.
Washington · Franklin ParkFranklin Park
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Fiesta DC 2026
The 2026 edition of Fiesta DC is confirmed for Saturday, September 26 and Sunday, September 27, 2026, on Pennsylvania Avenue NW between 3rd and 7th Streets, from 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. each day.
Washington · Pennsylvania Avenue NW (3rd to 7th St)Pennsylvania Avenue NW (3rd to 7th St)
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New here? Start with Washington
If you are new to Washington, DC, start with the kind of day you want instead of a giant list: family-easy, adult/date, group-friendly, or weather-safe.
Family plans should be easy to enter, easy to leave, and clear about bathrooms, food, weather, and parking.
- Check age fit.
- Keep drives short.
- Pick food before the main stop.
Adult plans work best with one timed anchor and a nearby place for food or a walk.
- Check hours.
- Book if needed.
- Keep the route walkable.
Groups need one clear meet-up point and a plan that still works if people arrive late.
- Share the map.
- Pick one anchor.
- Have a backup nearby.
Weather-safe plans should stay close to the original area so the day does not fall apart.
- Check closures.
- Avoid long outdoor walks.
- Use official pages for changes.
What is coming up by place
Local venueThe Great LawnWashington · The Great Lawn
Local venue1001 16th St. NWWashington · 1001 16th St. NW
Local venueFranklin ParkWashington · Franklin Park
Local venuePennsylvania Avenue NWWashington · Pennsylvania Avenue NW (3rd to 7th St)
Local venueWashington Monument GroundsWashington · Washington Monument Grounds
Local venueConstitution Ave, NWWashington · Constitution Ave, NW
