October 10-14

ANNAPOLIS SAILBOAT SHOW

City Dock, Annapolis, MD


This annual celebration of sailing features floating docks lined with sailboats from manufacturers around the world. Multihulls, monohulls, cruisers, racers, sailing dinghies and more. Show tents line the shore, stocked with the latest in nautical gear and accessories, electronics, communication equipment, sails, rigging, education, charter companies, clubs and more.


The Annapolis Powerboat Show (October 5-8) again featured a great selection of premiering boats from manufacturers from around the world.

The Fratelli Aprea Sorrento 36' Hard Top Yacht embodies the perfect blend of luxury, performance, and thoughtful design.

Formula Fun in the Capital: Red Bull Showrun DC Takes Over Pennsylvania Avenue.

Otakon 2024, the premier convention for Asian pop culture enthusiasts, was an enormous success this year, attracting a record-breaking attendance of 46,000 fans, according to Otakorp.

October 3-6

ANNAPOLIS POWERBOAT SHOW

Annapolis, MD

Annapolis Boat Shows will open its 52nd powerboat show this fall at Annapolis City Dock from October 3rd to 6th. This year’s show will feature 370 boats for guests to preview alongside tents stocked with the latest in nautical gear and accessories, electronics, communication equipment, education, charter companies, clubs, and more.

“Our show is an annual stop for powerboaters from all over the country, because whatever they’re looking at, there’s an opportunity to see it, touch it, and take it for a spin,” says Annapolis Boat Shows President Mary Ewenson. “I’m glad we can bring back fan favorites such as the Demo Dock and BoatUS On-Water Training and introduce guests to some new experiences as well.”

See the works of Jean-Michel Basquiat and Banksy showcased at the Hirshhorn Museum in Washington, DC for the first time as part of its 50th anniversary celebration.

Fashion for women over 50 has evolved significantly over the past few decades, reflecting broader societal changes and a growing recognition of the importance of style at every age.

The Smithsonian's National Zoo is the main zoo in Washington, DC and is a "Must See" Attraction! It will welcome a new pair of giant pandas, Bao Li [BOW-lee] and Qing Bao [ching-BOW], to the Zoo by the end of 2024.

Otakon 2024, the premier convention for Asian pop culture enthusiasts, was an enormous success this year, attracting a record-breaking attendance of 46,000 fans, according to Otakorp.

August 24

LIBRARY OF CONGRESS NATIONAL BOOK FESTIVAL

Washington Convention Center


The 24th annual Library of Congress National Book Festival was held at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Washington, DC, on Saturday, August 24, from 9am to 8pm.

The event was free and open to the public.


The 2024 Library of Congress National Book Festival returned to the Washington Convention Center on Saturday, August 24. The festival’s theme this year, “Books Build Us Up”.

Clipper Fleet Week at The Wharf - Washington DC Stopover. The Clipper Round the World Yacht Race is one of the biggest challenges of the natural world and an endurance test like no other.

DC Fashion Week 2024 showcased an impressive array of talent and creativity, marking its place as a significant event in the fashion calendar.

USA Team Gears Up for the Summer Olympics 2024 in France

August 2-4

OTAKON

Washington Convention Center

Record-Breaking Attendance


Otakon 2024, the premier convention for anime, manga, and Asian pop culture enthusiasts, was an enormous success this year, attracting a record-breaking attendance of 46,000 fans, according to Otakorp. Held from August 2-4 at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Washington, DC, the event celebrated its 30th anniversary in style, marking its highest turnout ever. The vibrant energy and excitement were palpable as fans gathered to celebrate their shared passions.

This milestone year delivered on being the ultimate celebration of Asian pop culture, featuring an incredible lineup of guest panels, exclusive screenings, and epic cosplay contests.

June 21-25

CLIPPER FLEET WEEK

The Wharf - Washington, DC


The more than 40,000 mile “Clipper Round the World Yacht Race” spent a week docked at The Wharf in Southwest DC. Eleven clippers remained there for a week before setting off on the final leg back across the Atlantic Ocean heading to Scotland.


June 22-23

32nd ANNUAL DC BBQ BATTLE

Historic Pennsylvania Ave, NW

(3rd to 7th Streets) Washington, DC


Get ready for the BBQ Summer Games XXXII – where wish-you-had-an- extra-stomach BBQ, get-your-groove-on music and can’t-possibly-be-bored entertainment have been lighting up Pennsylvania Avenue for 32 summers.

Foodies, families and friends will taste the triumph at this legendary two-day festival of flavors and fun. Don’t sit on the sidelines! Grab your tickets now and be a part of history…

June 14

THE DISTRICT CUP 2024

Washington, DC


The game of Polo has been played on the National Mall for more than 100 years.

Building off of this 100+ year tradition, The District Cup (TDC) is an organization that hosts an annual charity Polo tournament on the National Mall to raise money to support educational and Polo scholarship opportunities for underserved youth from the greater Washington DC area.


June 3-9

UPPERVILLE COLT & HORSE SHOW

Upperville, VA


The 2024 Upperville Colt & Horse Show is proud to welcome back MARS EQUESTRIAN™ as the Presenting Sponsor of UCHS, the oldest horse show in the US. This year, the show celebrates its 171st year!

The show will be held from June 3-9 at Grafton and Salem Show Grounds in Upperville, VA. During this week, the nation’s top ranked hunters and jumpers will compete alongside the local ponies, sidesaddle ladies and the future of the sport in Hunter Breeding and leadline classes.



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