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23rd Annual Georgetown French Market Returns April 24 – 26

April 2, 2026

The springtime open-air market will feature sidewalk sales from 45+ small businesses, food, strolling performers, and music.

2nd Annual Georgetown Jingle Holiday Event to Feature Musical Acts in 10+ Outdoor Locations on Dec. 6

November 12, 2025

Additional Merriment in Georgetown holiday programming to include a Swedish holiday market and St. Lucia candlelit choir, Georgetown Cookie Tour, self-guided cocktail crawl, holiday gift guides and more.

Georgetown to Host 2025 Fête de la Musique – World Music Day on June 21, Featuring 40+ Musical Acts at 20+ Locations

June 9, 2025

The Georgetown BID, Georgetown Heritage and Villa Albertine, the French Institute for Culture and Education, are partnering to bring the global celebration of music back to Georgetown for the second year.

22nd Annual Georgetown French Market Returns April 25 – 27

March 25, 2025

The springtime open-air market will feature sidewalk sales from 40+ small businesses, food, strolling performers, and music.

Georgetown BID Announces New Chief Executive Officer, Deborah Kerson Bilek

February 27, 2025

Bilek most recently served as ULI Washington’s Executive Director.

Georgetown BID Launches Search for Next CEO

November 21, 2024

The Georgetown BID’s current CEO & President, Joe Sternlieb, is stepping down in 2025 after 12 years in the role.

Georgetown in the News

What everyone else is saying about DC’s oldest neighborhood.

DC News Now: Generations of Families Leave Their Mark in Georgetown

April 8, 2026

Meet some of the business owners and families who have shaped Georgetown for generations.

Northern Virginia Magazine: Georgetown House Tour Offers Rare Glimpse into Historic Properties

April 7, 2026

The annual event is one of the longest-running home tours in the country.

Secret DC: Georgetown Will Be Transforming Into A Parisian-Style Street Market This Month As Part Of Its 23rd Annual French Market Event

April 7, 2026

For over two decades, the annual Georgetown French Market has been one of the most anticipated events of the year, complete with Parisian vibes, loads of deals, and a lot of fun!

MSN: The Complete Guide to the Kennedy Family’s Most Legendary Homes

April 7, 2026

A Federal-style townhouse in Georgetown became JFK’s first home.

UrbanTurf: 30-Unit Georgetown Conversion Along K Street Gets Green Light

April 6, 2026

The Old Georgetown Board (OGB) gave the go-ahead to One Street Commercial Properties’ plans to convert the five-story office building at 3333 K Street NW (map) into a 30-unit mixed-use development.

WTOP: PopUp Bagels Rolls into Georgetown

April 5, 2026

PopUp Bagels — known for its hot bagels and videos from fans on social media — is opening its first location in the nation’s capital.

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