November 27, 2025 - January 4, 2026: "Season's Greenings: Dino-Mite!" 2025 holiday exhibit in the Outdoor Gardens at the US Botanic Garden.
December 6: Holiday Boat Parade & Party at The Wharf DC. Event ends in fireworks! Celebrate the holidays with this iconic DC event that features over sixty beautifully decorated boats parading along the Washington Channel.
December 13: On Saturday, December 13, members of the general public can take part in this year’s National Wreaths Across America Day, beginning at 8 am.
November 27, 2025 - January 4, 2026: "Season's Greenings: Dino-Mite!" 2025 holiday exhibit in the Outdoor Gardens at the US Botanic Garden. The outdoor train display and Conservatory hours are both 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. daily between November 27, 2025, and January 4, 2026, closed December 25.
January 23 - February 1, 2026: The Washington DC Auto Show at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center. This annual event showcases the latest in automotive technology, featuring over 1,000 vehicles from leading manufacturers, interactive exhibits, and educational seminars.
January 23 - 24: 2026 Super Plunge at Sandy Point State Park. Super Plungers immerse themselves in the chilly waters of the Chesapeake Bay once every hour on the hour for 24 hours.
January 28 and 29: Cool Schools Plunge at Sandy Point State Park from 10am - 2pm. Plunges at 11, 12, and 1pm.
January 30: Police and Public Safety Plunge at Sandy Point State Park from 10am - 1pm. Plunge at 12pm. Calling all law enforcement, military, fire/EMS and first responders! Recruit your agency and join the Police Plunge!
January 30: Corporate Plunge at Sandy Point State Park from 1pm - 5pm. Plunge at 3:30pm. Motivate your coworkers and team for the coolest team-building experience of the year at the Corporate Plunge!
January 31: Maryland Plunge at Sandy Point State Park from 10am - 4pm. Plunges at 11am and 2pm.
March 13, 2026:The highly anticipated Pink Tie Party is back for its third year at the iconic Union Station Washington DC, on March 13, 2026 from 7 - 11pm!
March 21, 2026: The National Cherry Blossom Festival’s signature Opening Ceremony Will be held from 5 - 6:30pm at DAR Constitution Hall, 1776 D Street, NW, Washington, DC. This event is an artistic celebration of the 1912 gift of trees from Tokyo to Washington, DC, and an annual tribute to the longstanding friendship between Japan and the United States.
March 28, 2026: The Blossom Kite Festival will take place on the Washington Monument Grounds from 10am - 4pm with soaring activities, music, competitions, and performances. Attendees can enjoy kite flying demonstrations, kite-making workshops, and a variety of other activities throughout the day.
April 4, 2026: Petalpalooza at the Capitol Riverfront from 1pm - 9pm. Official National Cherry Blossom Festival Fireworks show set to music starting at 8:30pm. This celebration is an all-day event that brings art, music, and play to multiple outdoor stages, interactive art installations, a cashless beverage garden, family-friendly hands-on activities, entertainers roaming about, and much more. This event is FREE and fun for all ages.
April 11, 2026: The National Cherry Blossom Festival Parade in Washington, DC is held from 11am - 1:30pm. This annual parade celebrates the blooming of the cherry blossom trees and features floats, marching bands, and cultural performances. This event is a highlight of the festival, drawing thousands of spectators and participants from around the world.
June 14-16: Clipper Round the World Yacht Race Clipper 2025-26 Race Stopover at The Wharf DC which will once again be a host port.