GeoStats:

Common Name: DC

Population: 599,657

Predominant Religions: Christian, Jewish, and many others represented

Languages: English, but you'll hear many foreign languages

Telephone Codes: 202, area code for Washington, D.C.; 703, Virginia suburbs; 301, Maryland suburbs; many cell phones have a 571 area code

Time Zone:: Eastern Standard Time, 5 hours behind Greenwich Mean Time (-5 GMT)

Destination:

Washington D.C.


Key Events


National Cherry Blossom Festival
Late Mar-Mid-Apr

In 1921 the mayor of Tokyo gifted the US with 3,000 speciments of Japanese cherry trees. This famous festival, featuring a parade, performances and events celebrates their spring bloom.


Washington Flower and Garden Show
Early Mar

At the end of winter, locals and visitors are awakened by the beautiful flowers and landscapes recreated indoors. Held at the Washington Convention Center, 801 Mt. Vernon Pl, NW

Chinese New Year
Jan-Early Feb

Ten days of parades, fireworks and unique events happens in Chinatown each year.


Washington Nationals Baseball
Mar-Oct

After a 30 year hiatis, Major League Baseball has returned to DC. 1500 5 Capitol St SE. 1-888-632-NATS


Filmfest D.C.
April

Held for over 20 years, the filmfest brings the most exciting new films to be shown over a two-week period.


Wolf Trap Jazz and Blues Festival
June

A three day festival that showcases traditional and contemporary jazz and blues. Wolf Trap Filene Center, 1551 Trap Rd., Vienna, VA 703-255-1868


Smithsonian Folklife Festival
July

Hailed as one of the largest and best cultural events in the world, attendees may enjoy cooking, storytelling, craftmaking, dancing, music and art for two weeks around Independence Day (Jul 4). Located at the National Mall.


Shakespeare Free for All
Late Aug-Early Sept

Shakespeare is performed at Rock Creek Park's outdoor amphitheater. Free tickets are available for these excellent productions.


Taste of DC
October

Covering 7 blocks over a period of 3 days, attendees may enjoy vendors selling a myriad of international foods. In additional there are hundreds of other activities including music performances, dancing, children’s games and crafts. Located between 7th and 14th Streets.


Washington National Cathedral Christmas Services
December

To welcome the Christmas season, The National Cathedral has an open house featuring bagpipes, singing and breathtaking decorations. Then, throughout the season, music and concerts are presented, leading up to the Christmas Eve and Christmas Day services.