(DC) (MD) (VA) What began with a gift in 1912 at the Tidal Basin now spans four weeks throughout Washington, DC, and neighboring communities in Maryland and Virginia. Residents and visitors are invited to celebrate all that spring in Washington, DC has to offer — from exciting events to convenient hotels, delectable Cherry Picks restaurants to vibrant Art in Bloom installations, and a jaw-dropping City in Bloom to joyful Petal Porches.
(DC) (MD) (VA) (Environmental Film Festival in the Nation’s Capital) Enjoy the world’s largest green film festival right in DC metro. Screenings feature local and international award-winning films on the environment. Events are streamed and live. Most are free.
(VA) (NOVA Parks) Enjoy premium golden hour light and exclusive access to Meadowlark Botanical Gardens before we are open to the public! This photography workshop's topic is all things Cherry Blossoms. This includes landscapes, close-up/macro, and wildlife. Of course, you are free to *focus* on any subject you like! This program is open to photographers of all skill levels and ...
(VA) (Fairfax County Parks) (5-Adult) Join us for an evening campfire the whole family can enjoy. Explore the wonders of our natural world through nature walks, interactive activities and animal presentations. Includes s’mores. Topics vary by date. Children must be accompanied by a registered adult.
(DC) (Busboys & Poets) The Oak Spring Garden Foundation hopes you will join us at Busboys and Poets to celebrate the release of Leaning Toward Light, a new anthology of poems edited by Tess Taylor. The evening will include readings from Tess Taylor and Ross Gay, as well as a brief moderated conversation and time for questions led by L. ...
(MD) (Montgomery Parks) Join us for the magic of the full moon for a hike and campfire on each Friday nearest to the full moon. Feel free to bring your own hot dogs or food to warm over the fire, and we’ll provide marshmallows. Please register and pay for adults and children. Ages 10 and up.
(VA) (Fairfax County Parks) (5-Adult) Join us for an evening campfire the whole family can enjoy. Explore the wonders of our natural world through nature walks, interactive activities and animal presentations. Includes s’mores. Topics vary by date. Children must be accompanied by a registered adult.
(VA) (NOVA Parks) Enjoy premium golden hour light and exclusive access to Meadowlark Botanical Gardens before we are open to the public! This photography workshop's topic is all things Cherry Blossoms. This includes landscapes, close-up/macro, and wildlife. Of course, you are free to *focus* on any subject you like! This program is open to photographers of all skill levels and ...
(VA) (Fairfax County Parks) Going on nature walks are not only beneficial for your physical health, but also for your mental health. Clear your mind as you walk with a naturalist through the woods, as you learn what techniques you can use to help repair your mind from the stress of your day-to-day life. Ages 12 - Adult
(DC) (Friends of the National Arboretum) Get a head start on spring at one of the earliest plant sales in the area! Our annual Native Plant Sale includes a small number of vendors (~5-7 vendors) from across the mid-Atlantic selling spring ephemerals and many other choice perennials and woody plants. This Native Plant Sale is held in conjunction with the ...
(VA) (NOVA Parks) Spring is just a hop around the corner, and the egg scavenger hunt is back at Bull Run Regional Park! Visit Bull Run Regional Park any day from March 23 to 31 between 8am and 6pm to participate in this event! Pick up your egg hunt sheet at the Camp Store, hop around the park to complete ...
(VA) (Audubon Society of Northern Virginia) Join us for a birding walk at Mason Neck State Park! Your birding guide is John Colpoys, an avid birder and experienced bird walk leader.
