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It’s time to shake off the last chill of winter and celebrate the beauty of spring! Check out our curated list of April events around the Washington, D.C., Maryland and Northern Virginia area. From garden expos to street festivals and markets, there is plenty to choose from this month.
Of course, the biggest D.C. area celebration this time of year is the National Cherry Blossom Festival – click here for some of the festival highlights.
Photo courtesy of: Visit Del Ray
Del Ray Dog Fest & Yappy Hour | April 2, 11AM – 3PM
George Washington Middle School
This festival is dog friendly and outdoors, rain or shine. Following the event, there will be a “Yappy Hour” for owners and their pets at participating restaurants. Being sponsored by our very own, The Peele Group!
RiverRun Festival at The Kennedy Center | Through April 22
A dynamic festival celebrating the world’s rivers, the cultures they have spawned, and their role as life-sustaining and art-inspiring arteries that course through our planet. RiverRun will carve an artistic path through the stages, grand halls, and terraces of the Kennedy Center as well as the studios and green spaces of the REACH—which links the Center to its own river, the Potomac. View the festival brochure for more information.
The Women’s Club of Chevy Chase: Cherry Blossom Tea | April 2, 2 – 4PM
The Women’s Club of Chevy Chase
This event is a great opportunity to meet some fabulous women, enjoy some tasty tea, and find out what the club is all about. Hats appreciated but not necessary. Feel free to bring a friend.
NOVA Cider Festival | April 15, 11AM – 4 PM
More than 30 different ciders will be available to tast at the Virginia Cider Festival. Bring your friends for a fun afternoon and enjoy live entertainment and great food trucks.
Leesburg Flower & Garden Festival | April 15 & 16 10AM – 5PM
Downtown Historic Leesburg | Festival Map
The Flower and Garden Festival has become an annual rite of spring for Loudoun County and it’s not hard to see why. The downtown festival boasts 150 vendors which include landscapers, gardening suppliers, plant sellers, outdoor living furniture, and more. Stop by our Leesburg office to say hello and grab a water bottle while you are in town!
Free Admission
Photo courtesy of: Historic Garden Week
Virginia Historic Garden Week | April 15 – 22
Statewide
For one week, visitors may tour inspired private landscapes, public gardens, and historic sites across Virginia. The event includes 29 unique tours organized and hosted by 48 member clubs. In addition, more than 1,000 world-class floral arrangements will enhance tour properties.
Tours in the Northern Virginia area include:
- Old Town Alexandria – Saturday, April 15 (includes access to Mount Vernon Estate and Green Spring Gardens April 16-18)
- Warren County-Front Royal – Saturday, April 15
- Fredericksburg-King George – Tuesday, April 18
- Middleburg – Thursday, April 20 & Friday, April 21
- Clarke County – Saturday, April 22
Sipping for Sprout | April 16, 12 – 3PM
A robust silent auction, wine tastings, live music, food and fun for kids – this event raise funds to support Sprout Therapeutic Riding and Education Center.
Filmfest DC | April 19 – 30
Various Locations
Every year, the Washington, DC International Film Festival features many new and exciting films from around the world, including some from local filmmakers. This year’s opening night with feature the much-anticipated Chevalier at the French Embassy with reception to follow.
Photo courtesy of: DC Wine Fest
DC Wine Fest! Spring Edition | April 22
A wine tasting experience that aims to stimulate all of your senses. Enjoy great food and live music performances, while tasting some of the best varieties from all over the world.
Middleburg Spring Races | April, 22
36800 Glenwood Park Lane, Middleburg, VA 20117
The Middleburg Spring Races have become the quintessential event to welcome spring, synonymous with the blooming of the daffodils and dogwoods. Surrounded by Virginia’s famous hunt country, the tradition continues and McEnearney Associates is a proud co-sponsor with The Scout Guide Hunt Country. We hope to see you there.
Photo courtesy of: Kensington Book Festival
16th Annual Kensington Day of the Book Festival | April 23, 11AM – 4PM
Howard Avenue, Armory Avenue, and Fawcett Street in Kensington, MD
The Kensington Day of the Book Festival is a family-friendly street festival spanning three blocks of Howard Avenue in the heart of historic Kensington. Come meet authors, poets, literary and community organizations. Live music on a few stages, special guest speakers, poetry readings, cookbook demos, children’s program, and much more. Not your average book festival! Now in its 16th year, this festival offers something for everyone!
20th Annual Georgetown French Market | April 28 – 30
Wisconsin Avenue, O Street to Reservoir Road, Georgetown, DC
This popular open-air market – originally inspired by those often seen in France – will feature sidewalk sales and specials from more than 25 locally-owned boutiques, cafés, and galleries. Click Here to view Participating Shops & Restaurants.
Photo courtesy of: Joseph Craig English
9th Arlington Festival of the Arts | April 29 & 30, 10AM – 5PM
At the Arlington Festival of the Arts, visitors can expect to be impressed by a diverse range of artistic mediums, including sculpture, pottery, jewelry, photography, mixed-media, painting, and much more. This outdoor event will take place on N. Highland Street and N. Hartford Street, in close proximity to the area’s most popular restaurants, nightlife, and shopping destinations.
Free Admission
Britain On The Green | April 30, 9:30AM – 3:30PM
Join the Capital Triumph Register for the 25th annual Britain on the Green with friends, family, and fellow British car enthusiasts. Whether you enter a car yourself or just come to enjoy the scenery, these are some of the most beautiful and fun cars around.
For More Events or Information About the National Cherry Blossom Festival, Click HERE!
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