Weekend Roundup: April 3-6

April 3, 2025

Happy April! There are lots of events and activities to choose from this weekend, including lots of chamber music, a new exhibit at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, and […]

From Tokyo to the Tidal Basin: Art, Cocktails & Cherry Blossom Vibes Above D.C.


By Charlotte Meyer-Schönherr  Last week, I had the pleasure of attending a stunning rooftop event at Arlo Hotel DC, celebrating Women’s History Month and the arrival of cherry blossom season […]

Tidal Basin Cherry Blossoms Burst into Peak Bloom

March 31, 2025

By Zoe Howard-Barr The trees have come alive with white blossoms, their delicate petals fluttering in the breeze. As spring settles in, Washington, D.C. is once again graced by the […]

Delight in Cherry Blossom Specials & Events Around Town

March 13, 2025

‘Tis the season! Enjoy these cherry blossom specials and events around town. Beginning March 20 Levain Bakery’s Cherry Items 3131 M St. NW For a limited time beginning March 20, […]

Bring on the Cherry Blossoms!  

March 11, 2025

By Zoe Howard-Barr   On Feb. 27, National Cherry Blossom Festival leaders, clad in pink, held a press conference at the Waldorf Astoria to announce peak bloom dates for D.C.’s beloved […]

Eliza Ruhamah Scidmore’s Passion Behind D.C.’s Cherry Blossoms

March 10, 2025

Given March is Women’s History Month, did you know that our area’s cherry blossom trees were the product of a woman? Eliza Ruhamah Scidmore, a geographer, photographer and writer who […]

Weekend Roundup, April 11 through April 14

April 11, 2024

Another wonderful spring weekend is here! The annual National Cherry Blossom Parade comes to town, Georgetown Main Street celebrates Second Saturday and don’t miss D.C. Emancipation Day celebrations. Observe D.C. […]

Weekend Roundup (March 21 through March 24)

March 20, 2024

Spring has certainly sprung in the District! Enjoy cherry blossom-related events, a new exhibit at The Hirshhorn, take a spring art walk through Georgetown, and much more. Musician Rodrigo Amarante […]

Weekend Roundup (March 14 through March 17)

March 13, 2024

Don’t forget to wear green this weekend in honor of St. Patrick’s Day March 17! Here are some great options to spend this evening, Friday, Saturday, or Sunday. Enjoy! Enjoy […]

March 2024 Downtowner News


Mayor’s RFK, Downtown Plans Advance   The U.S. House of Representatives passed H.R.4984 last week, which would allow the D.C. government to begin to redevelop the RFK Stadium site. Mayor […]