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| Everyone knows about Washington’s most famous landmarks—like the White House, the monuments, and the National Archives. But the city has so much more to offer throughout the year. Check out some of the special events coming up in the Washington area. |
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Enjoy America’s pastime in the nation’s capitol. Be one of the first fans to root for the home team in the brand new Nationals Park on the Capitol Waterfront. The $600 million stadium will host the Washington Nationals as they face everyone from the Mets to the Marlins. For more information, schedules, and tickets, visit http://washington.nationals.mlb.com.
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Smithsonian Folklife Festival
June 25-June 29 and July 2-6, 2008 Visit Website
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This free summer event transforms the National Mall into a thriving, vibrant celebration of world culture. This year, the festival will focus on the cultures of Bhutan, Texas, and—a bit unexpectedly—NASA. Sample food, art, music, and participate in hands-on demonstrations. (Tip: it’s summer in Washington, so dress for warm weather and bring lots of water.) For more information, visit http://www.folklife.si.edu/festival/2008/index.html.
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Fireworks on the Mall
July 4, 2008 |
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Is there any better place to celebrate the 4th? Spend an unforgettable evening on the lawn of the U.S. Capitol, where the National Symphony Orchestra will play a free concert, followed by the most spectacular fireworks display you’ll ever witness.
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For the fourth year, thousands of people will gather at the Pentagon and walk to the National Mall to commemorate the lives lost on September 11, 2001, and to show support for those serving in the Armed Forces. Organized by “America Supports You,” a program of the Department of Defense, the walk is free and open to the public, but registration is required. For more information, visit http://www.americasupportsyou.mil/
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Washington is a gourmand’s dream town. Visit during August’s Restaurant Week, and you can stretch your dollars along with your stomach. Participating restaurants (including many of DC’s finest dining destinations) offer three-course lunches for $20.08 and dinners for $30.08. For more information, visit http://www.washington.org/restaurantwk/.
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As the fourth largest marathon in the US and the seventh largest in the world, the Marine Corps Marathon is an amazing sporting spectacle. Now in its 31st year, the marathon typically draws more than 20,000 participants and many more spectators. This year’s course, nicknamed "The Marathon of the Monuments," will wind from Arlington, Virginia through the famous neighborhoods, sights, and monuments in DC. For more information, visit http://www.marinemarathon.com.
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