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Georgetown to Host Fête De La Musique – World Music Day on June 21, Featuring 40+ Musical Acts at 25+ Locations

May 30, 2024

The Georgetown BID and the Embassy of France-Villa Albertine are partnering to bring the global celebration of music to the Georgetown commercial district and La Maison Française.

21st Annual Georgetown French Market Returns April 26 – 28

March 28, 2024

The springtime open-air market will feature sidewalk sales from 40+ small businesses, food, strolling performers, and music.

9th Edition of Georgetown GLOW Artists & Events Announced

November 2, 2023

Five works will be on display during the Georgetown BID’s free outdoor public light art experience; also to feature walking tours, a special shopping night, cocktail crawl and holiday night market, and more ‘Merriment in Georgetown’ programming.

GLOW Returns to Georgetown December 1 – January 7

October 5, 2023

The free, five-week seasonal celebration is back for its 9th edition, featuring public light art installations throughout the commercial district.

20th Annual Georgetown French Market Returns April 28 – 30

March 30, 2023

The springtime open-air market will feature sidewalk sales from 35+ small businesses, food, strolling performers, and music.

8th Edition of Georgetown GLOW Artists & Events Announced

November 3, 2022

Five commissioned works will be on display during the Georgetown BID’s annual free outdoor public light art experience, returning during the holiday season for the first time since 2019; also to feature walking tours, a silent disco, and more ‘Merriment in Georgetown’ programming.

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Washingtonian: River Club Brings Stylish Italian, Spanish, and Lebanese to the Georgetown Waterfront

July 8, 2024

The restaurant comes from the owners of Residents Café & Bar in Dupont.

Eater DC: How to Plan the Ultimate Georgetown Staycation

July 2, 2024

From boutique hotels to bakeries to bars, this historic neighborhood feels like a getaway without leaving D.C.

Eater DC: Where to Eat and Drink in D.C.’s Historic Georgetown Neighborhood

July 2, 2024

Find stunning sushi, French fare, crab cakes, elegant Italian dishes, and much more.

Northern Virginia Magazine: Take to the Water with These Fourth of July Cruises

June 24, 2024

Catch the fireworks from a new point of view with a boat cruise out of Georgetown.

WTOP: Things to Do in the DC Area – Fête De La Musique, Home Rule Music Festival … and more!

June 20, 2024

This Friday, June 21, music will fill the streets of Georgetown across 30 locations with over 40 musical acts for Fête de la Musique or World Music Day.

Washingtonian: Look Inside the New Skims Store in Georgetown

June 18, 2024

Kim Kardashian’s shapewear and clothing company has opened its first permanent brick-and-mortar shop.

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