Community Events

National Cherry Blossom Festival: Petalpalooza
This day-long all-ages celebration brings art, music, and play to multiple outdoor stages, interactive art installations, a cashless beverage garden, family-friendly hands-on activities, roaming entertainers, and more, all along the …

Restaurant Week: Winter 2025
One of the most highly anticipated food-related programs in the region, Metropolitan Washington Restaurant Week is a week-long celebration of area restaurants and the diversity of world-class cuisine. For local …

Capitol Riverfront BID: Lights & Ice: Hanukkah Skate
The Festival of Lights is back at the Canal Park Ice Rink with Free Skate Rentals for the first 150 attendees to glide around the outdoor menorah along with live music from DJ …

Capitol Riverfront BID: Jolly Jog
Participants will be lead along the scenic Anacostia Riverfront by Pacers Running guides so that, no matter your level, a jolly jogging elf will be there to help you finish …

Capitol Riverfront BID: Army-Navy Block Party
Come join us for the ultimate Army-Navy celebration at The Yards Park! The Army-Navy Block Party is the place to be for a day filled with fun, fireworks, and festivities. Whether you’re rooting …

Capitol Riverfront BID: Holiday Tree Lighting
Bundle up with your neighbors, family, and friends to enjoy a visit from Washington Capitals beloved mascot Slapshot, Free Skate Rentals for the first 150 attendees to arrive, a vibrant Snow Globe Photobooth with instant …