Photos of holidays, seasonal and special events in Washington, DC, Maryland and Virginia. See pictures of these special annual events.
See pictures from the 2009 Smithsonian Folklife Festival, a special annual event in Washington, DC celebrating cultural traditions around the world. The 2009 themes were Giving Voice: The Power of Words in African American Culture, The Americas: A Musical World and Wales Smithsonian Cymra.
See photos of A Capitol Fourth, the free Independence Day Concert held on the Capitol grounds in Washington, DC, Pictures of the performers, fireworks and more.
See photos of Adams Morgan Day, a street festival in Washington, DC
See photos of the Alexandria Saint Patrick's Day Parade, Pictures of the St. Patricks Day parade in Old Town Alexandria
Americans exercise their freedom of speech in Washington< DC. See photos of antiwar protests in Washington, DC - Americans Against the War in Iraq,
See photos of the Arts on Foot Festival in the Penn Quarter neighborhood of Washington, DC, See pictures of the annual arts festival in Downtown DC.
The Blue Angels Airshows demonstrate choreographed flight skills of U.S. Navy Aviators. The shows include graceful fast-paced aerobatic maneuvers of four planes flying in formation. The Blue Angels are scheduled to fly at approximately 35 air show sites in the United States each year.
Boo at the Zoo, a Halloween event at the National Zoo in Washington, DC, features trick-or-treating, animal encounters, keeper talks, festive decorations, and haunted trails among real live creatures at the National Zoo.
See photos of the pumpkin festival at Butlers Orchard in Germantown, Maryland. The fall festival is a seasonal favorite for families with young children.
See photos of the Capital Fringe Festival, a performance arts festival that introduces new, risk-taking art, and non-traditional performances including theater, dance, music, poetry, puppetry and more.
See a picture gallery of the Cherry Blossom Festival Parade, pictures of the National Cherry Blossom Festival Parade in Washington, DC
See pictures of the Cherry Blossoms at Night, photos of the Tidal Basin in Washington, DC
Cox Farms holds one of the largest fall festivals in Virginia with hayrides, Giant slides, rope swings, farm animal feeding, pumpkin patch, live entertainment and much more. See photos of the Cox Farms Fall Festival in Centreville, Virginia.
See photos of the Haunted Halloween Trail in Centreville, Virginia, featuring a Cornightmare, night-time hayride, a giant slide by torchlight, outdoor classic horror movie, bonfire and snacks.
See pictures of the DC Caribbean Festival, photos of the Caribbean Carnival in Washington, DC
The DC Drag Queen Race, a Washington, DC Halloween event, thousands of spectators flock to Dupont Circle to watch costumed drag queens show off their elaborate outfits and race down 17th Street. See photos of the DC Drag Queen Race.
Eyes Wide Open - The Human Cost of War, Combat boots that represent every U.S. military casualty in the Iraq war will be on display on the National Mall in Washington, DC.
See photos of the fall festival at the Agricultural History Farm Park in Derwood, Maryland. Pictures of hayrides, pumpkins, farm demonstrations, and more.
See pictures of Fiesta Asia, an Asian Street Fair, held each spring in Washington, DC,
See Photos of Fiesta DC, the Latino Festival in Washington, DC, see a gallery of pictures of the annual event celebrating the Latino culture.
See pictures of fireworks on the National Mall for Independence Day
See photos of First Night Annapolis, a family celebration of New Year's Eve in Annapolis, Maryland, See pictures of this special event
See photos of 4th of July at Mount Vernon, pictures of Mount Vernon on Independence Day
Check out these photos of 4th of July celebrations on the National Mall in Washington, DC. Washington celebrates Independence Day with style.
See photos of the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Gaithersburg, Maryland
See photos of the George Washington Birthday Parade in Old Town Alexandria, Virginia, a special event for Presidents' Day near Washington, DC
See photos of the celebrations of George Washington's Birthday at Mount Vernon - A Presidents' Day Event in Alexandria, Virginia
See photos of the Godspeed Sailboat, a replica of the boat that sailed into Jamestown in 1607
See photos of the Heart of America Quilt, an international memorial for victims of September 11 and all those lost in the war on terror.
See pictures of the 2009 Inauguration, photos of the Obama Inauguration, the Presidential Inauguration in Washington, DC
See photos of motorcycles at the International Motorcycle Show in Washington, DC, pictures of motorcycles, custom choppers, dirt bikes, ATVs, snowmobiles and more.
The Japanese Street Festival in Washington, DC is a celebration of Japanese culture and part of the National Cherry Blossom Festival. See photos of the Japanese Street Festival, also known as Sakura Matsuri.
See photos of the John Smith Voyage, the shallop, a part of Jamestown's 400th Anniversary, Captain John Smith Four Hundred Project, pictures of John Smith Shallop
See photos of the entertainers at the Kids Euro Festival in Washington DC and get a glimpse of the event.
See photos of the LGBT March on Washington in October 2009, the gay rights march was a call for equality, for equal rights for Gays, Lesbians, Bisexuals, and Transexuals. The March on Capitol Hill drew a large turn out from a wide variety of people seeking civil liberties for all. See pictures of the LGBT March in Washington, DC.
See photos of the Manassas St. Patricks Day Parade in Manassas, Virginia
The Marine Corps Marathon brings together runners from around the country to participate in a race around Washington DC and Arlington, Virginia. The race is known as the most family-friendly marathon in the nation and includes a full day of activities. See photos of the Marine Corps Marathon and its related weekend events.
See photos of the Maryland Renaissance Festival, an annual event in Crownsville, Maryland.
See pictures of the Maryland Renaissance Festival, photos of jousting, 16th century costumes, games and more.
See photos of the Montgomery County Fair, pictures of the agricultural fair including a variety of animals and entertainment
See Photos of the Fall Harvest Festival at George Washington's Mount Vernon Estate in Mount Vernon Virginia
See these photos of Mount Vernon’s Wine Festival & Sunset Tours, this special event is offered in the spring and the fall and celebrates the history of wine in Virginia at George Washington's Mount Vernon Estate.
See a gallery of photos of the National Cherry Blosssom Festival in Washington, DC
See photos of the National Memorial Day Parade in Washington, DC, pictures of patriotic marches and floats
See Photos of American Indians performing in the National Powwow, a cultural showcase sponsored by the Smithsonian National Museum of the American Indian.
See photos of Passport DC, an annual celebration of international culture showcasing Washington DC’s embassies and cultural organizations with a wide range of performances, talks, and exhibits.
See pictures of Queen Elizabeth II as she visits Washington, DC for the 400th Anniversary of the founding of Jamestown, Queen Elizabeth visits the White House
See pictures of the National Memorial Day Concert at the U.S. Capitol Building in Washington, DC, photos of the performers and stage of the annual Memorial Day event
See Political Cartoons of Clifford Berryman, sample cartoons of the National Archives Exhibition, Running for Office: Candidates, Campaigns, and the Cartoons of Clifford Berryman
See photos of the Prelude to the Fireworks on the Southwest Waterfront, a part of the National Cherry Blossom Festival
See photos of the Revolutionary War Reenactment in Old Town Alexandria, Virginia, a Presidents' Day Event near Washington, DC
See photos of the Rockville Antique Car Show, a fall festival with a display of more than 400 antique and classic automobiles in Rockville, Maryland
See pictures of Rolling Thunder, an annual Memorial Day demonstration in Washington, DC where thousands of motorcycles ride through the city seeking to improve veteran benefits and resolve POW/MIA issues.
A Haunted Train returns to Six Flags America for Fright Fest, Baltimore and Washington DC's biggest Halloween celebration. See photos of the Halloween event, Fright Fest, at Six Flags America in Mitchellville, Maryland.
See photos of the 2008 Smithsonian Folklife Festival in Washington, DC, The 2008 program highlights Bhutan, National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) and Texas.
2006 Smithsonian Folklife Festival Photos, Pictures of Alberta at the Smithsonian, Carriers of Culture: Living Native Basket Traditions and Nuestra Música 2006: Latino Chicago.
See photos of the 2007 Smithsonian Folklife Festival in Washington, DC, highlighting diverse cultures of the Mekong River, Northern Ireland and the roots of Virginia.
Enjoy these photos of the Smithsonian Folklife Festival, a special annual event in Washington, DC, sponsored each June-July by the Center for Folklife and Cultural Heritage celebrating cultural traditions around the world.
See photos of the Smithsonian Kite Festival, an annual event on the National Mall in Washington, DC where kite enthusiasts show off their stunt skills and compete for awards in over 36 categories. See pictures of kites soaring around the Washington Monument.
Each November, Montgomery County, Maryland kicks off the holiday season with a Thanksgiving Parade in downtown Silver Spring. The parade includes colorful floats, mounted police, marching bands and local talent. See the following Thanksgiving Parade pictures.
See pictures of the Turkish Festival in Washington, DC and get a glimpse of the annual event celebrating the Turkish culture and history
See a collection of pictures of the Washington Auto Show 2006, photos of the hottest cars of the year.
See pictures of the Washington International Horse Show at the Verizon Center in Washington, DC
See pictures of the Chinese New Year parade in Washington, DC, a photo gallery of the annual lunar celebration
See photos of the Saint Patrick's Day Parade in Washington, DC, pictures of the Nation's St. Patrick's Day Parade
See photos of the White House Easter Egg Roll, an annual Easter event in Washington, DC
Christmas decorations at Williamsburg, Virginia include wreaths and swags, using pine, boxwood, Fraser fir, magnolia leaves, assorted fruits and berries, and dried flowers. See photos of the Christmas decorations at Williamsburg, Virginia.
