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Handel's Messiah |  Washington National Cathedral
4 - 5 Dec 2009 (annual)
The Washington National Cathedral presents an annual production of Handel's Messiah, his most famous oratorio, performed here by the Washington National Cathedral Choir. Perfect for a bit of relaxation after all that Christmas shopping... |
Lighting of the National Christmas Tree Ceremony |  The Ellipse (President's Park)
3 - 24 Dec 2009 (annual)
The lighting of the enormous National Christmas Tree opens the seasonal festivities at the Ellipse in Washington, DC. The huge Colorado blue spruce is surrounded by smaller, beautifully lit trees, each representing a different state and territory in the USA. |
Cherry Blossom Parade and Festival |  Washington D.C.
Mar - Apr 2010 (annual)
The Cherry Blossom Parade and Festival celebrates the gift of 3000 cherry trees from the city of Tokyo to the people of Washington DC in 1912. The spectacular parade takes an entire morning to move along Constitution Avenue. |
White House Easter Egg Roll |  White House
Apr 2010 (annual)
Celebrate Easter with thousands of others on the South Lawn of the White House. This annual Easter egg-hunting tradition dates back to 1878 and is the largest public celebration at the White House - you might even spot President Obama there. |
Filmfest DC |  Washington D.C.
Apr 2010 (annual)
Filmfest DC presents an eclectic mix of more than 100 new features, documentaries and short films from around the world, as well as special opening and closing night events and discussions with directors. |
DC Caribbean Carnival |  Washington D.C.
Jun 2010 (annual)
The Caribbean comes to Washington once a year with this spectacular annual carnival, attended by around half a million people. Don't miss the parade which, featuring more than 25 masquerade groups, kicks off the festivities on Saturday. |
Independence Day |  Washington D.C.
4 Jul 2010 (annual)
Where better to celebrate Independence Day than in the US capital? After a parade featuring 100 marching units along Constitution Avenue, the popular music begins. There's a programme of renowned performers, before the day ends with a firework display. |
Smithsonian Folklife Festival |  National Mall
Jun - Jul 2010 (annual)
Washington D.C.'s largest cultural event, the Smithsonian Folklife Festival attracts a million visitors who come to take in the arts, crafts, food and music of various US states. Events take place in the National Mall but spread throughout the city. |
Capital Fringe Festival |  Washington D.C.
Jul 2010 (annual)
The Capital Fringe Festival is an 18-day celebration of exploratory and cutting-edge art that includes dance performances and theatre productions. From fixed theatres to fringe-designed spaces, the event is held across Washington DC. |
National PowWow |  Verizon Center
Aug 2010 (annual)
The Verizon Center celebrates American Indian culture with three days of song and dance and the sale of art, jewellery and sculpture. Hundreds of Native singers and dancers visit from throughout the United States and Canada as they compete for over US$100,000 in prizes and cash awards. |
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