First time attending 420 festival, I enjoyed music by action Bronson and my boy ludacris, I brought…read moretickets online, I heard people looking for tickets outside venue, because they were sold out, that happened to me last year, so I was prepared for this year. They could have done better with traffic, no officers directing traffic, so that was a nightmare getting into event, not to mention ncf, could have done a better job putting information on map what lot parking was going to be in, trying to find the lot to park in was hell , as well as parking was $20, overall I had a good experience, can't wait to see what headliners are for next year.

Small carnival located in parking lot 6 of RFK. $5 entry fee. No charge for parking, and there's…read moreplenty of it. Standard fair games. Standard carnival food like deep fried Oreos, corn dogs. They have an icee place which is nice, also a smoothie stand. A few rides, mostly for smaller children. This year there was one that went upside down like the pirate ship ride.

Peruvian festival is a festival of happy and friendly Peruvians and friends of Peru that just…read morecelebrated its 30th anniversary. The parking was good, no entrance fee, a lot of free stuff (ice creams, water, bags, jello's, etc...), plenty of Peruvian food choices. Entertainment was rich and fun as you can tell by the pictures - they even had the horses do the tricks... I had food that I had never tried before: Anticuchos - marinated and grilled calf hearts, was delicious meal, with the taste and texture close to a calf liver. Picarones - Peruvian doughnuts were soft and sweet. I was expecting they will be soggy but they were perfect, melting in mouth. This festival is very colorful, and had all the colors under the sun, not just red and whites (their flag). The festival is family friendly and even had a NPS stand where kids can learn and touch objects. Only problem with that is the lack of alcohol (I would have loved a Peruvian beer) but that is a small price to pay for an excellent Peruvian experience.

Great experience attending this event! There was a great selection of performers from Cuban to…read moremariachi to country. The locations of the stages were perfectly placed throughout the fair to not drown each other out while still making it easy to stop into a bar for a drink between performances and shopping. The variety of business booths, a diverse range of food options and the crafts of local artisans made for a great combination of DC culture. Even the weather cooperated, which is impressive considering there was a tornado warning the day before. Couldn't have been a more perfect event! Definitely look forward to going again in the future!

A very fun and lively event in the heart of Adam's Morgan. Plenty of good booths and art stores to…read moreexplore.

Lots of missed opportunity. The water lantern festival could have been top notch with just a little…read moremore planning and minimal additional outlay. Promised food trucks did not show up--why? Shade was lacking--a couple of respite tents with fans or even a water mister would have been nice. Entertainment was also sparse, with only one very young singer/songwriter. There would have been time for two or three different acts. They could also have had other diversions like facepainting, group yoga, a photo booth, etc. And when it was time to launch the lanterns, there was no easy way to get them out far enough into the water to float away, at least not without getting wet and dirty. The wakes from water taxis and tourist boats also made launching difficult. The event should have had some temporary floats or other temporary structures to make it easier for all the young women in their white pants and white skirts to get their lanterns out into the water. Or even some help for people with physical disabilities to participate. On the upside, the location was terrific and the general atmosphere was great. I enjoyed being there with my friends and making my lantern. The craft vendors were good. Staff were friendly, helpful, and good overall. The lantern kits were good. Parking, signage, and access were all good. The portajohns and handwashing facilities were decent and well-kept. But I left with the key feeling that the overall event should have been and easily could have been far better.

I was so excited to attend this event, I brought my mom with me as it was on her bucket list as…read morewell. Even though it was a beautiful event, there were a couple of things that really impact our overall experience. 1. Some of the staff was SUPER RUDE and not really helpful when checking in, there were too many lines and not enough signage directing people where to go based on the ticket purchased. 2. With the book bag giveaway is there was no maps/ wayfinding to help guide people to food trucks and tents allocated to shops and specific food. 3. The pathway to seating on the hill was not accessible for everyone, and the path that was available was NOT blocked off for people to properly walk through. Even the area where we were to go to place the lanterns in the water was in some areas UNSAFE (rocks,boulders). 4. I know this doesn't fall on the event planners themselves but one specific food truck took over an hour for them to get us three items were ordered and still got our order wrong! Overall, I just wish it was better communication on placement maps, way finding signage, and staffing

The H Street festival celebrated 21 years of supporting local businesses. This year the celebration…read morewas Saturday, September 19, from 12noon -7pm on H Street, NE (3rd St to 12th Street. If you are driving, you might find a space in the neighborhood (a few streets over). Union Station isn't far - a few blocks from 3rd street, NE. There were dozens and dozens of vendors, lots of free swag and three entertainment stages and a play area for kids. The entertainment stages had DJs, artists and bands. The department of recreation had a bouncy house, lots of games, toys, free popcorn, cotton candy, icees and frozen custard. There were lots of local organizations with "spin the wheel" games and prizes. The city has a lot of companies that offer assistance in many areas. The vendors were amazing. H Street was "one stop shopping" in hand made goods (soap, candles, perfume, jewelry, fashion, t-shirts, handbags, ball caps and art. Food and beverage stations were attracting guests. It wasn't as crowded as Giant's Battle of the BBQ. The community came together and enjoyed the day. Follow H Street festival on social media to stay updated on future events.

The 2022 H Street Festival executed on every street festival/block party need: Good food, good…read moremusic & entertainment, good vendors, a little dancing with a whole lot of celebration.. and Mother Nature brought the good weather! Not only was there diversity within the items listed above but it brought out a diverse crowd--I'm sure every identity was present at the festival making for good vibes. Food wise, there was a range of vendors that included food from across the Black diaspora (Jamaican, Haitian, Southern soul food), American cuisine, Bar food from H Street bars & restaurants, sushi & other Asian cuisine , among other fun food trucks. The music I experienced spread across multiple genres (African, r&b, reggae, hip hop, country, and pop) and was put forth by live musicians, DJs, and drag queens. Street formers were also off stage entertaining us with their percussion and brass instruments.

The Saint Sophia Greek Festival is a pleasant little community experience. This event takes place…read moreacross 3 days and I recently attended during the day with the kids. It's pretty tiny but somehow we ended up spending about 4 hours here, mostly because of my kids. There is a small indoor portion in the church, where there are various vendors mostly selling women's jewelry. That is about 80% of the vendors at least when I visited in 2025. There was a stand selling great olive oil and olives (both of which I purchase) and a stand selling the delicious Greek desserts I basically ate every day while I lived in Astoria, Queens (one of the largest Greek communities in the US). The ladies at the bakery were so friendly, even offering my son a cookie for free (and of course he takes the entire box!). Outside, there is another bakery (with about 4 times the size of the line), and other food stalls. We got a lamb gyro with tzatziki and it was out of this world. There is a tent with music, where some people were dancing and an occasional singer or band would rotate in and out. Also in the tent was a drink vendor where my partner and I enjoyed a glass of white wine on a very hot day. The kids were drawn to the bouncy houses, which included some traditional ones and a blow up slide. It cost $10 per child for use all day. They certainly got their money's worth! There was a sign for face painting and pony rides but I did not see either and the ladies working the desk didn't know when or if they'd actually show up. Overall, a very relaxing spot. Don't expect a huge festival but a relaxed afternoon out or evening. There is also a lovely flower vendor that is a nice place to wander or buy flowers for the spring.

İ like Greek food and culture! Very close with Türkiye. One…read moreof my favorite place is Athens and the irelands... Every year we visit... Today We've been Greek Festival at St. Sophia Greek Festival. İt was good. İ was expected a bir more things but still İ enjoyed. Döner, Börek, Lokma, kurabiye... We bought all! Also some jewelry, art stuff and olives, olive oils tables was looks fun. There is also show from kids

The 2017 version of this annual event was my first time…read more It was fun and well run, plus it's a fundraiser for the homeless--gotta love that. I arrived at 11 AM when it opened; departed by 1:45 PM--was getting crowded and challenging to move about. Everyone at the various booths had great energy. A DJ played a superb mix of oldies and latest releases. I adored the fact that M Street was closed to vehicle traffic for the event. A wonderful spirit was found throughout--really enjoyed myself. My one disappointment: the samples were pretty small. I counted 27 restaurants/bars that participated. Of this, I could afford to "taste" the offerings of 10 establishments. Here's my winners: 1st, Chaia for potato and kale taco; 2nd, 1789 Restaurant for grilled ribeye, soba noodles & sweet potato; 3rd, Beard Papa's for chocolate fondant (dark chocolate lava cake). Would I attend again? You betcha!

What a great event! This is the first year I check out Taste of Georgetown, and I'm so glad I did…read more You can prepay for tickets and pick them up on the day of the event at Will Call, or you can buy tickets at the event. Once you're at the event, the food/drink booths only accept tickets - no cash or credit cards. Some of my highlights included Paella (Bodega), Shawarma (George's), Crabcake Slider (Martin's Tavern), California Roll (I-Thai), and of course Cupcake duos (Georgetown Cupcakes). There was also a beer garden organized by Pizza Paradiso that had a variety of craft beers, which was awesome. It was a great location by the Georgetown Waterfront. The event seemed pretty well staffed, which was great because good organization is essential for events like this.

The DC Cherry Blossom Bus Tour with Tidal Basin Guided Walk…read more I've been a resident of the DMV for 15 years and welcome the opportunity to show the highlights of D.C. when members of my family come for a visit. My sister Mary lives in Delaware and had long wanted to experience the color and drama of the Cherry Blossom Festival. These visits can be frustrating - we never really know when the blossoms will be in full bloom, and how long they'll be pretty and photogenic. This year (2026) was no different. The DC Cherry Blossom Tour, hosted by USA Guided Tours, was our go-to provider for this outing. After I ordered our tickets for a mid-week 10 a.m. four-hour tour, I received a prompt acknowledgement from TripAdvisor that the reservations were ready. I made the reservation just a few days earlier, so it was great to see the email that acknowledged our tickets and told us where to go to join the tour. The logistics involved in getting to the correct bus were easy: my sister and I showed up at the Navy Memorial, across the street from the National Archives (which is on the Yellow line Metro). A tour representative was already there and did a great job of getting us into the proper queue for our tour (USA Tours had four different tours departing that morning). The tickets were scanned and we were on our way, right on time. Highlights of the tour included walking through the cherry trees with abundant blossoms, photographers everywhere, and really pretty expressions of an early summer day in the District. We could see across the tidal basin to the impressive carved statue of Martin Luther King, Jr., which we headed to after spending the first walking excursion in the tidal basin and then the FDR Memorial. Our guide did an outstanding job of providing backstories and context to the places we visited, including the Lincoln Memorial, the World War II Memorial, and the Vietnam War Memoria. We had ample opportunities to stretch our legs, take free bottles of water, and use restroom facilities (as the bus did not have one on board). Both driver and guide handled their responsibilities very well, and we all had an excellent opportunity to see the blossoms. And, just as our guide had predicted, a severe thunderstorm rolled through the tidal basin later that day and wiped out 100 percent of the blossoms we enjoyed earlier that day. Luck of the draw!

The National Cherry Blossom Festival is absolutely a must-do--especially if you've never seen D.C…read more in peak bloom. There were so many cherry blossoms and, yes, a lot of people--but honestly, the crowds weren't too bad. Going on a Monday made a big difference, and visiting a few days after peak bloom was declared (plus slightly cooler weather) helped keep things manageable. Those warm, sunny peak bloom days are when it gets really packed. The most crowded area was near the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial, where several trees have branches hanging low over the Tidal Basin--perfect for photos. That said, if you're planning to take pictures, don't expect to stage the perfect shot or linger too long. The crowds keep things moving. Honestly though, you can't really take a bad photo of the blossoms. We took the Metro to Smithsonian Station and walked to the Tidal Basin. Driving during peak bloom is a nightmare, so avoid that if you can. The main festival area near the Thomas Jefferson Memorial had gift shops, an info booth, food trucks, vendors, and picnic tables. The BloomFest stage had a nice variety of programming, from musicians to park ranger talks to dance performances. It's a perfect spot to grab a snack, relax, and take a break from walking the Basin. While you're there, it's also worth exploring the nearby Franklin Roosevelt and MLK Memorials as you stroll along the trees. Overall, this is one of those classic D.C. experiences that really lives up to the hype

This was an interesting experience. First time hearing about this event. It was quite busy on the…read morefirst day and loud. We went right at opening and was able to get parking on the lawn, which was managed by police and volunteers. Outside has tents for frappes and some desserts. The main hall has seating and vendors all around. Walking through the hallway leads to the main kitchen area where there are two lines - one for actual food and the one in the back just for desserts. Both can take a while. If you're there with two people, I would split up here. Finding seating is the next problem as it rained during this time. But it cleared up and most people took it to go. The live music was loud, but you wanted that because of how many people were there and talking. They do serve alcohol on premises and they had a "Bar" corner. Fun experience for the area and while you're driving around, you see some nice houses.

The weekend before the St. Katherine's Greek festival in Falls Church was the St. George in…read moreBethesda, which is a bit of a drive but worth going to Maryland as it's always well organized and a lot to do/see/eat. They have multiple outdoor areas with tents for food options like the coffee (frappe) and it can be customized according to your liking. There's Loumoumades which were well cooked, fried so it's crispy enough and also enough honey/syrup. There's other food too when you go inside and we managed to catch the dance performance at the stage. This church hall also has a flea market and multiple vendors. And there's a large area/section towards the back where there are pastries and other goodies to buy like Greek pasta, candy, coffee bags, etc. Even though the lines can seem long, they actually do move pretty quick. There was also pistachio ice cream this year with the Greek sour cherry spread on top reminiscent of what I'd enjoy when I travel to Greece. The parking lot does tend to fill up pretty quick so folks can do street parking, and they have volunteered directing crowds as well.

We came here on a Saturday afternoon soon after opening and was a bit disappointed at first. One,…read morethere was barely 10 people there and two, there seemed to be way more drink stands than food. All was not lost, however, when people started to pour in an hour later and we wandered around with an IPA in our hands. My boyfriend and I went to different trucks and shared our purchases. The best bite belonged to a pulled pork bahn mi sandwich from Due South that tasted as good as it looked. Meaty, rich but very well balanced. We also tried a meal from the satay truck and was also impressed. I would come back if I were in the area. It's a nice way to sample diff grub if you're with a group of people. We heard that it can get pretty rowdy after a game lets out. Maybe that's why there were 50 drink vendors.

Finally made it to Truckeroo this year (went once last summer), but it's just not the same for me…read more The first time I went, I had such a blast and couldn't wait to come back. I recently heard that they had to scale it down due to re-development in the area, but goodness, it was just way too congested and not enjoyable for me. A group of us came from Jazz in the gardens and we didn't get there until about 8:00. I'm not sure of the process of selecting which food trucks get to be at Truckeroo, but I wasn't personally impressed by any of the ones there. The lines for these trucks were super long! My friend was starving so we tried to look for a short line and decided to try capital chicken and waffle since their line didn't seem as long as some of the others. I've seen this truck around and figured I might as well give them a try. So after waiting almost 25 minutes (yes I was counting), we were able to place our orders. We both ordered the chicken and fries. My friend got a side of mac n cheese. Then began another lengthy waiting period! Sigh...finally we got our meal. Looked like regular ole chicken fingers and they pretty much were actually. Not impressed at all - was very bland and dry. Good thing I wasn't starving. OMG, the mac n cheese was disgusting - probably the worst I've ever tasted (not exaggerating). Forget trying to find a place to sit at this point. Nothing in sight!! We caught up with the others in our group and walked around. Some ventured off to get drinks. I ran into some folks I hadn't seen in awhile so that was good. Unless they find a different venue and a larger selection of food trucks, I'm in no hurry to go back to Truckeroo!