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9th Edition of Georgetown GLOW Artists & Events Announced
Five works will be on display during the Georgetown BID’s free outdoor public light art experience; also to feature walking tours, a special shopping night, cocktail crawl and holiday night market, and more ‘Merriment in Georgetown’ programming.
GLOW Returns to Georgetown December 1 – January 7
The free, five-week seasonal celebration is back for its 9th edition, featuring public light art installations throughout the commercial district.
20th Annual Georgetown French Market Returns April 28 – 30
The springtime open-air market will feature sidewalk sales from 35+ small businesses, food, strolling performers, and music.
8th Edition of Georgetown GLOW Artists & Events Announced
Five commissioned works will be on display during the Georgetown BID’s annual free outdoor public light art experience, returning during the holiday season for the first time since 2019; also to feature walking tours, a silent disco, and more ‘Merriment in Georgetown’ programming.
GLOW Returns to Georgetown November 26 – January 22
The two-month seasonal celebration expands for its eighth edition, with public light art installations throughout the commercial district.
Georgetown Sunset Cinema Returns August 2 with Free Outdoor Movie Series
Presented by the Georgetown BID, this year’s weekly “Fan Favorites” series is back after a two-year hiatus.


Georgetown in the News
What everyone else is saying about DC’s oldest neighborhood.
WTOP: Georgetown Sees Solid Year Despite Retail, Restaurant Shuttering in DC
2023 has been a solid year for one of the District’s oldest and most established dining and shopping destinations.
WTOP: Holiday Lightings and Parades, DC Cocktail Week, and More!
For its ninth year, the free outdoor light art experience, known as Georgetown GLOW, is back on Dec. 1. Visitors of the Northwest D.C. neighborhood can expect five larger-than-life artworks to light up from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. through Jan. 7, 2024.
Washington Post: The Best Holiday Events, Shows and Markets in the D.C. Area
Since 2014, Georgetown has been illuminated by Glow, a free public art exhibition that places light sculptures in locations around the neighborhood.
NBC 4: Where to Find Holiday Light Displays in the DC Area
Georgetown Glow features light-up and photo-worthy commissioned work from national and international artists. Visitors can enjoy the curated outdoor light art nightly from 5 p.m.
Washingtonian: 39 DC-Area Stores You Can (Also!) Shop Online for Small Business Saturday
A local guide to shopping fashion, home goods, gifts, and more on Small Business Saturday – featuring many Georgetown businesses!
Forbes: An Insider Guide To Washington, D.C. By Popal Restaurant Group’s Fatima Popal
Georgetown was the inspiration for the Popal’s first restaurant, Cafe Bonaparte, which is now Lutèce.

