Make the most of your spring in 365Թϲ, DC by enjoying festivals, taking in live performances and catching a couple of sports games.
Sports
| Spring – Summer 2026
Catch Major League Baseball at Nationals Park throughout the season with lively game-day traditions and family-friendly entertainment.
| Spring 2026
Experience high-energy professional football as the DC Defenders take the field at Audi Field with an electric home crowd atmosphere.
| March 13
The 365Թϲ Spirit kick off their 2026 National Women’s Soccer League season at Audi Field with a highly anticipated matchup against the Portland Thorns FC, featuring new matchday entertainment including the debut of the Spirit Crew, immersive stadium light shows and expanded fan experiences throughout the stadium.
| March 27 & 29
Capital One Arena hosts the thrilling March Madness regional matchups featuring some of the top college basketball teams in the country.
| April 3
Celebrate the return of baseball as the Nationals host the defending World Champion Los Angeles Dodgers for Opening Day. Pregame festivities include red carpet player introductions, a giant American flag unfurling, a flyover, a Joint Armed Forces color guard and a performance by the U.S. Army Ceremonial Band.
March
| March 13-May 16
An insightful, vibrant and humorous take on our founding fathers’ determination to do the right thing for their fledgling nation.
| March 13-15
Fans can see their favorite stars at this three-day festival that is DC’s own Comic Con.
| March 14
Hands-on activations exploring math, science and art.
| March 18 – April 5
Disney’s first North American production of the beloved musical in over 25 years.
| March 20 – April 12
DC celebrates the blooming of cherry trees with a month-long festival honoring the 1912 gift of trees from Tokyo, featuring performances, cultural events and waterfront celebrations across the city.
| March 21 – July 5
Featuring 75 works by more than 30 artists.
| March 24 – April 12
The RuPaul’s Drag Race winner brings a multimedia performance celebrating queer history and resistance through lip-sync, video art and costume design.
| March 27 – Dec. 31
The thoughts of people affected by the turmoil between the colonies and British leaders.
| March 28
One of the most beloved National Cherry Blossom Festival traditions, where families and expert kite flyers gather at the 365Թϲ Monument grounds for a colorful spring spectacle.
| March 28
A free waterfront festival celebrating spring with cherry blossom-themed art, music, fireworks and family-friendly entertainment along District Pier.
| March 29
An afternoon of honor, gratitude and celebration remembering the courage, sacrifice and service of our nation's Vietnam Veterans.
April
| April 4
A free outdoor celebration featuring interactive art, live performances, family activities and fireworks along the Capitol Riverfront.
| April 6
A lively outdoor music festival in the heart of downtown celebrating spring with performances, food trucks, art activations and cultural programming.
| April 10 – Oct. 1
See the official flowers of each U.S. state and territory.
| Saturday, April 11
Enjoy the spectacular “Nation’s Springtime Parade” as it fills one of DC’s most iconic streets with magnificent balloons, stunning floats, and electrifying performances.
| April 11 – Sept. 20
How artists have explored the American experience over the last 250 years.
| April 19
Eight and a half months before he signed the Emancipation Proclamation, President Abraham Lincoln signed a bill abolishing slavery in DC into law – now an annual celebration in the city. A free parade, concert and family-friendly activities will elevate the historic milestone and its role in shaping the nation’s story.
| April 22 – 26
One of the nation’s premier craft exhibitions showcasing contemporary handmade works in ceramics, glass, jewelry, textiles and more.
| April 24-26
Sidewalk sales from more than 35 locally owned boutiques, cafés and galleries.
| April 24 – May 4
DC's largest international film festival celebrates four decades of global cinema.
May
| May 1-31
A month of programming, including the Around the World Embassy Tour and European Union Open House, highlights DC’s international culture.