Fête de la Musique (also known as World Music Day) began in France over forty years ago. The worldwide festival aims to bring free, live music everywhere for the day. Starting in 2024, the Georgetown Business Improvement District partnered with the French Embassy to bring the festivities to DC.

Learn more here: https://www.georgetowndc.com/event/world-music-day/

Photos commissioned by the Georgetown Business Improvement District in 2025.

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The French Market is an annual event hosted by the Georgetown Business Improvement District. The open-air market takes place each year in late April featuring more than 40 local businesses, live music, and family fun.

Learn more here: https://www.georgetownfrenchmarketdc.com

Photos commissioned by the Georgetown Business Improvement District in 2024.