Events DC

Name: Events DC
Address: 801 Mt Vernon Place NW, Washington D.C., DC, 20001, US
Telephone: +12022493000

The official one-stop-shop for premier event experiences in the nation's capital. ✨

Events DC is the face of conventions, sports, entertainment and cultural events within our nation’s capital. As the official convention and sports authority for the District of Columbia, Events DC leverages the beauty, history and diversity of the most powerful city in the world to attract and promote an extensive variety of events, resulting in amazing experiences for residents and visitors alike, and generating economic and community benefits for the city.

09/23/2024

The Walter E. Washington Convention Center has been awarded LEED Platinum green building certification! 🏆

“I am thrilled to add our LEED Platinum certification to the city’s roster and make Washington, DC a leader in LEED-certified spaces," said Events DC President and CEO Angie M. Gates. Read more ➡️ https://bit.ly/3TDObRG

09/23/2024

A moment for this work of art 😍

Had to do it up for 25 years of Events DC Walking Town 🚶🎉💙

📍Our neighbor

09/20/2024

Celebrate Caribbean heritage at Events DC's Art All Night DC! 🏝️

Free live performances, art activations and authentic cuisines September 28 from 7 p.m.-12 a.m. at Carnegie Library Lawn. Register ➡️ https://bit.ly/WEWCCAAN2024 ✨

09/18/2024

Join us tonight for the RFK Virtual Quarterly Meeting! 📝

Events DC will meet today with RFK stakeholders Wednesday, September 18 at 6 p.m. on Zoom. It's not too late to join: https://bit.ly/RFKSept24

09/17/2024

Off and walking 🚶👏

Events DC Walking Town continues through September 22! Don’t miss your chance to explore the city with guided tours in all eight wards.

SWIPE to see which tours still have *limited* spots available 👀🙏

Plus, registration is open for our Closing Reception and Ceremony at Sycamore & Oak on September 22! 🎉

09/16/2024

Don't miss the RFK Virtual Quarterly Meeting! 📝

Join us Wednesday, September 18 at 6 p.m. on Zoom. Register here: https://bit.ly/RFKSept24

09/13/2024

8 days, 8 wards, 1 city. See you there 😎

The 25th annual Events DC Walking Town kicks off tomorrow across all of Washington, DC!!!

Over 50 free guided walking (or biking 👀) tours are available for registration. Now is your chance to explore the history of our city and discover why there is 🤩

📆 September 14-21
📍 Across the District
🔗 Register at the link in bio.

09/10/2024

Events DC is turning 25, let’s celebrate! 🎉

Get ready to explore all eight Washington, DC wards from September 14-22. With tours highlighting the city’s history and culture, there’s no better way to see it all and uncover new hidden gems. 🚶

🔗 Register for a free tour at the link in bio.

09/10/2024

Celebrate 25 years of Events DC ! 🎉

Discover DC’s rich history and vibrant culture with tours across every ward from September 14–22. There's something for everyone. Find the perfect tour at https://bit.ly/3XEaIAu 🚶

09/07/2024

Raced the District ✅

Monuments, memories and miles of smiles at today’s DC Bike Ride 🚴 Thanks to everyone who joined us for one of our favorite annual traditions in Washington, DC!

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09/03/2024

Events DC Camp Zen is almost here! 🌀

Enjoy a free petting zoo, yoga, food, music and a screening of "The Little Mermaid" (2023). Learn more: https://bit.ly/3MwjPwz

📆 September 6 (5:00 p.m.)
📍 Gateway DC
🎟️ Registration is sold out, but limited walk-ups will be accepted

09/03/2024

A night of jazz, Go-Go and DC pride ❤️

Chuck Brown Band gave us a finale to remember! DC, we felt you ✊✨

DC Jazz Festival | The Wharf | 🎶

09/02/2024

Can ya beat it? 🌅

Sunset showed out for the final night of DC JazzFest at The Wharf 🔥

DC Jazz Festival | The Wharf | 🎶

09/02/2024

20 years of the one and only DC JazzFest 🤩

Can’t wait to keep groovin’ for the next 20 and beyond 🕺🔥

DC Jazz Festival | 🎶

09/01/2024

Nights like these, very demure very mindful ✨

Come out tonight to hear Galactic and Chuck Brown Band close out the 20th anniversary of DC Jazz Fest 🥳

DC Jazz Festival | 🎶

08/30/2024

It had to be Chuck Brown Band 🤷

Who else could be the closing performance at the 20th anniversary of the DC Jazz Festival?! (No one 👏)

The R&B/Soul group from right here in Washington, DC will take the main stage on Sunday, September 1 at 8:55 PM The Wharf.

🎟️ Limited availability tickets: https://bit.ly/3X1uHYa

08/29/2024

Join DC’s creative community ✨

Experience three levels of fun, creativity and networking at 🎉

🔗 202createsmonth.com

08/23/2024

🚨New record🚨

Congratulations to for breaking their attendance record with 46,000 attendees across three days! 🔥

Otakon 2024 marked 30 years of this fan-favorite convention 🥹❤️

📍 Walter E. Washington Convention Center

08/22/2024

Connect with q***r creatives 🤝

Join the Washington, DC Chapter of the Recording Academy / GRAMMYs on August 29 at metrobar DC to celebrate the resilience, authenticity and creativity of q***r artists!

RSVP here ➡️ https://bit.ly/3MC6pzn

08/22/2024

Let’s GO DC Breeze 🤩

For the first time ever, the District’s pro men’s ultimate frisbee team has advanced to the Ultimate Frisbee Association Championship Weekend! 🥏

The team advanced after winning their first division championship in franchise history. 🏆

08/08/2024

The Otakon Matsuri DC debut = legendary 🔥

See you again next year? 👀

08/06/2024

Summer’s last reel 🎥

Events DC’s Summer Movie Series is a FREE outdoor screening of family-friendly movies for the Washington, DC community. Enjoy giveaways, movie snacks, community resources, a live DJ and more activities! 🤩

Register ➡️ https://eventsdc.com/summer-movie-series

08/06/2024

Signing off with a bang 🎥

Events DC’s Summer Movie Series is FREE annual outdoor screening of family-friendly movies for the Washington, DC community. Enjoy giveaways, movie snacks, community resources, a live DJ and more activities! 🤩

🍿 “Elemental” | August 6 (6 p.m.) |
🍿 “Wish” | August 14 (6 p.m.) | Carnegie Library Lawn
🍿 “Barbie” | August 15 (6 p.m.)| DC Armory Lawn
🍿 “The Little Mermaid” (2023) | September 6 (5 p.m.) | Gateway DC

FREE registration at the link in bio 🔗

08/05/2024

The largest ever celebration of South African amapiano music nationwide is coming to Washington, DC!!! 🇿🇦

presented by is a night of in the nation’s capital featuring , and more rising stars from South Africa 🎶

📆 August 21 (6 p.m.)
📍 Entertainment & Sports Arena
🎟️ Tickets live at the link in bio.
(Want a special discount code? Comment eventsdc below! 👀)

08/02/2024

LEFT. NO. CRUMBS. 👏

No playin’ around from these cosplayers! 👩‍🎤🥷🦸‍♂️

(Let this also serve as your reminder to have a photo shoot at Carnegie Library 😍)

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08/01/2024

Celebrate 30 Years of Otakon 🎉

For the first time ever, the Otakon Matsuri is here in Washington, DC! Come out today for this free public event filled with food, games, entertainment, prizes and more 👾🇯🇵

📆 Thursday, August 1 (4-8 p.m.)
📍 Carnegie Library Lawn
🎟️ FREE and open to the public

07/29/2024

CHAMPIONS 🏆

just won the 2024 championship! The team took home the trophy with a 96-run win over in Dallas.

Another championship comes back to the District of Champions 😎

📸:

07/23/2024

Dressed to impress ✨

The Walter E. Washington Convention Center was in top-tier form for the 42nd annual RAMMYS 😍

07/19/2024

President and CEO Angie M. Gates welcomes the new Events DC Board of Directors Chairman Leif Dormsjo!

Chairman Dormsjo brings a wealth of experience to the role, having served in leadership positions in the public and private sectors.

Address

801 Mt Vernon Place NW
Washington D.C., DC
20001

Telephone

+12022493000

Website

http://www.eventsdc.com/

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Welcome to the German Embassy Washington residence 🇩🇪 Ahead of this year’s German Unity Day celebration, we’re giving you an inside look into where German Ambassador Andreas Michaelis and his wife Heike Michaelis live 🏠

Ready, set, GO karts at Union Market! 😱🔥 The adrenaline is pumping at Race the District 👏

Events DC #WalkingTown runs until September 22! Don’t miss your chance to explore all eight wards of Washington, DC with guided tours. There’s a tour for everyone 🤩

20 miles of car-free riding in the nation’s capital is ON! 🔥🚴 DC Bike Ride

Crowd was STOOD for Chuck Brown Band’s finale at DC Jazz Festival 🤣👏🔥 #DCJazzFest

You already know 😎How else could the 20th anniversary of #DCJazzFest end than with Go-Go music (from THE Chuck Brown Band)?! 🙌🥁🔥

Wind me up Chuck 🗣️ Chuck Brown’s son starts his headliner the same way his dad started his shows ❤️❤️❤️#DCJazzFest 🎶

The first-ever Matsuri in Washington, DC 🥹 One week ago today, the Otakon family came OUT to celebrate 30 years on the Carnegie Library Lawn! 🎊

Live sumo at the Carnegie Library Lawn 😱 DMV Sumo put on a SHOW at the Otakon Matsuri 🤼 #Otakon2024

Building a clean DC 🛶💚 ICYMI, while in DC, @Clipper Round the World Yacht Race crews took their sailing talents to the Anacostia River with the DC Department of Energy and Environment! Teams collected trash that will be used to inform environmental policy in the District 👏

“They’re pulling at my heart strings” 🥲 Relive the EPIC send-off for the 11-yacht Clipper Round the World Yacht Race fleet as they departed Washington, DC to continue their race around the world 🇺🇸🎉

Sights and sounds from the FIRST-EVER @Clipper Round the World Yacht Race arrival in the nation’s capital 🇺🇸

Almost time to Come Sea DC 🤩 Join us as we welcome @Clipper Round the World Yacht Race to Washington, DC at the ultimate celebration of sail and adventure: Clipper Race Fleet Week at The Wharf June 21-25 🎉⛵️

DC, we’re coming for you 😎Announcing Events DC presents Clipper Race Fleet Week at The Wharf: June 21-25!!! Meet the sailors, tour boats, experience live art and celebrate the culture of Washington, DC.⛵️🌊

For the love of rugby 🏉 Old Glory DC kicks off their home matches today at 4 p.m. at Maryland Soccerplex! 🔥 #OldGlory #MLR2024

Cooking from Grandma’s garden to Panama’s Embassy 🇵🇦 Chef Jovana Urriola cooks Panamanian tamal de olla and Afro Caribbean fish with coconut rice using ingredients from Giant Food 🫔 Events DC is proud to bridge cultures through cuisines 💜 #EmbassyChefChallenge

Buzzer beaters. Nail biters. Post game celebrations. 🏀The Men’s and Women’s Coastal Athletic Association Men’s and Women’s Basketball Championships are taking over Entertainment & Sports Arena starting this Friday.⛹️‍♂️ Men’s: March 8-12 ⛹️‍♀️ Women’s: March 13-17