Press Releases
No In-Person Halloween Gatherings in Georgetown’s Commercial District This Year
Virtual celebrations are weelcome, and restaurants and shops will be open.
Revised Taste and Shop Georgetown Returns Oct. 5 – 25 Featuring 65+ Participating Businesses
In its 27th year, the promotional event will honor the spirit of Taste of Georgetown – with take-out, delivery & outdoor dining specials + shopping & service promotions in Georgetown.
Georgetown BID and Halcyon Launch $100,000 Matching Funds Campaign for Local Recovery
The joint crowdfunding campaign supports Georgetown BID’s employee relief fund & Halcyon’s impact-based start-ups, today through #GivingTuesdayNow (May 5).
Georgetown to Host Virtual French Market May 1-8
In its 17th year, this online adaptation will honor the spirit of the outdoor event – including online promotions, story time for children, music, and a virtual French baking demonstration, benefiting COVID-19 relief.
Georgetown BID Partners with Halcyon to Launch COVID-19 Employee Relief Campaign
The BID is awarding $150,000 in emergency grants to the Georgetown commercial district’s unemployed, and soliciting donations to reach hundreds more who are still in need.
Georgetown French Market Returns April 24-26
The 17th annual springtime open-air market will feature sidewalk sales, French fare, and live music.
6th Edition of Georgetown GLOW Artists & Events Announced
11 commissioned works will be on display during the Georgetown BID’s annual free outdoor public light art experience, also to feature GLOW promotions throughout the commercial district, A Book Hill Holiday event, walking tours and more.
Georgetown Celebrates Small Business Saturday on Nov. 30
More than 30 retail shops and restaurants to offer in-store promotions + $50 golden ticket giveaway for five lucky shoppers.
Georgetown Design District ‘Fall Days of Design’ Returns Nov. 7 – 8
The two-day scheduled event invites interior designers, design enthusiasts and shoppers alike to visit 11 participating design and home furnishings stores for a host of design events—plus a collective Fall Cocktail Crawl Nov. 7 from 5-8 pm.