So long, snow. Hello, spring.
Here are 13 events — celebrating everything from flowers to food — to ring in a warmer season.
March 20- April 14 The near-monthlong festival in the nation’s capital features many individual events, including the Blossom Kite Festival on March 30 and the Cherry Blossom Festival Parade on April 13. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)
AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster
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Saturday, April 13, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. More than 100 artists will showcase their jewelry, painting, pottery and more along Washington Boulevard in Arlington, Virginia. The event is free and open to the public. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)
Sunday, April 14, 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. The Anacostia River Festival, now in its fifth year, encourages recreation along the Anacostia River with canoe rides, a bike parade, lawn games and more. This year’s festival is the official closing event of the 2019 National Cherry Blossom Festival. (WTOP File Photo)
WTOP File Photo
April 20; noon-3 p.m. or 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Celebrate the best of regional and national beers at the annual DC Beer Festival at Nationals Park. This year’s event will include pours of 200 beers from 80 breweries, plus bites from local food trucks. (AP/Seth Wenig)
AP/Seth Wenig
April 19, 24, 26, 29, and May 12 It’s not all about the cherry blossoms this time of year in D.C. The azaleas are also blooming, and you can catch them in peak perfection at the National Arboretum. (AP/David J. Phillip)
AP/David J. Phillip
April 26-28 More than 30 stores around Georgetown’s Book Hill neighborhood set up shop along the brick sidewalks for the annual open air market and sidewalk sale. This year’s French Market takes place April 26 through 28. There will be live entertainment, children’s activities, food and more. (AP/David J. Phillip)
May 3 and 4 A signature spring event in D.C., the annual Flower Mart at the National Cathedral showcases flowers, food and plenty of family activities, including an antique carousel. (Photo courtesy All Hallows Guild)
Photo courtesy All Hallows Guild
May 4, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Travel the world, no passport required. The Around the World Embassy Tour allows the public access into many of the embassies located in D.C. Experience global food, culture, music and more. (WTOP/Rachel Nania)
WTOP/Rachel Nania
May 4 and 5 This year marks the 10th annual Food & Wine Festival at National Harbor. Attend a cooking exhibit, learn all about wine pairings, and taste chef-prepared dishes. (AP/Chris Tilley)
AP/Chris Tilley
May 11, noon to 5 p.m. The Maryland Craft Beer Festival celebrates 40-plus Maryland breweries (including some that aren’t even open to the public). Live music, food and other activities are also promised. (Getty Images)
Getty Images
Saturday, May 18 Pedal through 20 miles of D.C.’s most scenic streets without a single car in sight at the annual DC Bike Ride. This event is less about racing and more about recreation. (Courtesy DC Bike Ride)
Courtesy DC Bike Ride
May 17-19 Sample Virginia wines and take in the views from the residence of the county’s first president along the Potomac River. There’s also live music and tours. (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin)
AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin
May 18-19 The Ballston Business Improvement District and BallstonGives will host Quarterfest this spring to highlight the new Ballston Quarter Mall. Embark on a restaurant crawl and sample food from the neighborhood’s new restaurants. Plus, enjoy live music and libations at the event’s outdoor street pub. (Courtesy Forest City)
Courtesy Forest City
