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Our favorite part about March is that no matter the weather, spring is just around the corner! Check out our top picks for St. Patrick’s Day, Women’s History Month, and other great events in and around Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Northern Virginia.
Saint Patrick’s Day
Photo courtesy of: Annapolis St. Patrick’s Day Parade
Fun Dog Show 2023 | March 4, 11 a.m.
King St & S. Royal Street, Old Town Alexandria
McEnearney Associates and The Mahoney Group are proud to sponsor the Fun Dog Show in support of the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria. The area’s most spirited pups are invited to don their favorite costumes on-stage. Awards will be given in three categories: 1. Most St. Paddy’s Spirit; 2. Best Human/Canine Combo Costume; and 3. Most Creative. This event leads into the annual Alexandria St. Patrick’s Day Parade.
CLICK HERE to register your dog
Alexandria St. Patrick’s Day Parade | March 4, 12:30 p.m.
Old Town Alexandria
Alexandria boasts the first St. Patrick’s Day Parade in the DC area. The parade will feature more than 60 groups including pipe bands, Irish dance schools, community groups, and a host of other performers and entertainment. The day’s festivities will also include a Classic Car Show, located on the 100 block of N. Pitt Street, between King and Cameron Streets.
Annapolis St. Patrick’s Day Parade | March 5, 1 p.m.
Downtown Annapolis
The annual St. Patrick’s Parade returns to Annapolis as part of a full weekend of events including the HOOLEY! on Friday evening and Shamrock the Dock after the parade.
CLICK HERE for the parade route
Gaithersburg St. Patrick’s Day Parade | March 11, 10 a.m.
The 21st annual parade at Rio Boulevard and Grand Corner Avenue will be followed by music and fun activities for the family on the Boardwalk.
Greater Manassas St. Patrick’s Day Parade | March 11, 11 a.m.
Old Town Manassas along Center Street
Dress in your brightest green for this annual celebration along Center Street Old Town Manassas. A great family event showcasing pipe and drums, and Irish dance groups.
Bluemont Shamrock Race | March 18, 9 a.m.
Great Country Farms, Bluemont VA
The course for this Annual 5K/10K winds through the picturesque country roads of Western Loudoun County. Awards take place at Great Country Farm with an after party at Dirt Farm Brewing.
Celebrating Women’s History Month
Photo courtesy of: Smithsonian
Because of Her Story
Smithsonian
Not limited to March, the Smithsonian’s American Women’s History Initiative is ongoing in preparation for the future American Women’s History Museum. You can check out the latest news and explore exhibits by theme and museum collections at Because of Her Story.
Youth In Action: Digital Futures for Women | March 1, 1 p.m.
National Museum of the American Indian on demand
Director Katsitsionni Fox presents a film about the mostly unknown history of Native women’s influence on the early women’s rights movement. Mohawk Bear Clan Mother Louise Herne and Professor Sally Roesch Wagner seek to correct the historical narrative in the film. Additional virtual panel discussion also available.
International Women’s Day | March 8
First celebrated in 1911, International Women’s Day celebrates the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women around the globe. If you are interested, learn more about this year’s theme #BreakTheBias.
Charles C. Eldredge Prize Lecture | March 14, 5 p.m.
Smithsonian American Art Museum
Join art historian Vivien Green Fryd for the Eldredge Prize lecture, “The Art of the Un-Speakable and the ‘Me Too’ Movement.” Fryd is a professor emerita in the history of art and architecture department at Vanderbilt University.
Free Admission
Performing Arts
Photo courtesy of: Virginia Nation Ballet
Macbeth | March 10 & 11, 7:30 p.m.
Corcoran School of the Arts & Design, George Washington University
This creative version Macbeth was devised by the Shakespeare Theatre Company’s Academy Class of 2023. Three witches tell the heroic general Macbeth that he will be King of Scotland. Spurred on by his wife, Macbeth kills the king, becomes the new king, and begins trying to manage the mess he created. Civil war erupts, and Macbeth must reckon with his actions.
Kelli O’Hara | March 11, 3 p.m.
The Barns at Wolftrap, Vienna, VA
Kelli O’Hara can currently be seen in HBO’s The Gilded Age, but she may best be known for her Tony Award-winning turn in Lincoln Center Theater’s revival of The King and I. In 2015, she made her Metropolitan Opera debut in Lehar’s The Merry Widow and returned as Despina in Mozart’s Così fan tutte. She makes her debut at The Barns following an appearance in Signature Theatre and Wolf Trap’s Broadway in the Park on the Filene Center stage in 2022.
Virginia National Ballet’s Aladdin | March 24, 6 p.m.
Virginia National Ballet presents Aladdin! Don’t miss this magical production featuring beautiful scenery and costumes, and wonderful choreography danced by Virginia National Ballet’s professional company of international dancers.
The High Ground | Through April 2
Arena Stage, 1101 Sixth Street SW, Washington, DC 20024
Traversing space and time, The High Ground is a lyrical story of the mysteries of love and loss, reminding us of what it takes to re-emerge from the devastation of a century, long after the embers have turned to ash.
More Tastes, Festivals, and Fun
Photo courtesy of: Nowruz the Persian New Year Cooking Class
Nowruz, the Persian New Year Cooking Class | March 10, 7 p.m.
2105 10th St NW, Washington, DC 20001
Across Iran, millions celebrate the arrival of spring with Nowruz, the Persian New Year. Join Chef Sayeh for this special class, where you’ll learn how to make a classic Persian New Year’s feast of fresh kuku sabzi (Persian Herb Frittata), aash reshteh (noodle soup with herbs and garlic mint sauce), and stuffed Branzino.
National Cherry Blossom Festival | March 20 – April 16
We may not be able to predict peak blooms yet, but this favorite annual spring festival begins in March and we wouldn’t want you to miss the fun. We’ve selected a few highlights, but be sure to visit the festival website for a full list of events.
- Pink Tie Party | March 16, 7 – 11 p.m.
- Blossom Kite Festival | March 25, 10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
- Opening Ceremony | March 25, 5 – 6 p.m.
Take a look at our website for all of our listings available throughout Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Virginia.
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