Press Releases
Georgetown Announces 30+ Musical Acts for 2026 Fête de la Musique – Make Music Day on June 20
The global celebration of music is back in Georgetown for the third year with performances throughout the commercial district and at the French Embassy.
Georgetown to Host 2026 Fête de la Musique – Make Music Day on June 20, Opens Call for Musicians
Georgetown Heritage Arts, Georgetown BID, and the Embassy of France – Villa Albertine are bringing the global celebration of music back to Georgetown for the third year.
23rd Annual Georgetown French Market Returns April 24 – 26
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
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
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
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
Bilek most recently served as ULI Washington’s Executive Director.
Georgetown BID Launches Search for Next CEO
The Georgetown BID’s current CEO & President, Joe Sternlieb, is stepping down in 2025 after 12 years in the role.
New ‘Georgetown Jingle’ Holiday Event to Feature 10 Outdoor Music Performances throughout Georgetown on December 7
Additional Merriment in Georgetown holiday programming to include a Swedish holiday market and St. Lucia candlelit procession, Georgetown Cookie Tour, self-guided cocktail crawl, holiday gift guides and more.
