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April 23 - April 26

2026 Smithsonian Craft Show

Celebrate American artistry and discover how fine arts and crafts have shaped America.
Meet the Makers
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May 15 | 7AM - 9AM

Bike to Work Day 2026

Ride through Downtown DC’s largest bike pit stop.

Gear Up
May 7 | Starting at 8:30 AM

State Of Downtown Forum 2026

A moment to take stock of the year behind Downtown DC and look ahead to what’s next.

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Cherry Blossom Daruma
The street-level view of a MANGO clothing store in a red brick building. The storefront features large windows displaying mannequins dressed in apparel, flanking a central glass double-door entrance. The second floor has large, multi-paned windows, and the building's facade is framed by a couple of bare-limbed trees.

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About the BID

Downtown DC is the most diverse and exciting neighborhood in one of the most important cities in the world.

Here, locals and visitors find the most thrilling experiences of DC in 140 walkable and transit-rich blocks: business, education, and government; shopping and dining; parks, art, music, sports, theater, history—adding up to a bright future.

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