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2nd Annual Georgetown Jingle Holiday Event to Feature Musical Acts in 10+ Outdoor Locations on Dec. 6
Additional Merriment in Georgetown holiday programming to include a Swedish holiday market and St. Lucia candlelit choir, Georgetown Cookie Tour, self-guided cocktail crawl, holiday gift guides and more.
Georgetown to Host 2025 Fête de la Musique – World Music Day on June 21, Featuring 40+ Musical Acts at 20+ Locations
The Georgetown BID, Georgetown Heritage and Villa Albertine, the French Institute for Culture and Education, are partnering to bring the global celebration of music back to Georgetown for the second year.
22nd Annual Georgetown French Market Returns April 25 – 27
The springtime open-air market will feature sidewalk sales from 40+ small businesses, food, strolling performers, and music.
Georgetown BID Announces New Chief Executive Officer, Deborah Kerson Bilek
Bilek most recently served as ULI Washington’s Executive Director.
Georgetown BID Launches Search for Next CEO
The Georgetown BID’s current CEO & President, Joe Sternlieb, is stepping down in 2025 after 12 years in the role.
New ‘Georgetown Jingle’ Holiday Event to Feature 10 Outdoor Music Performances throughout Georgetown on December 7
Additional Merriment in Georgetown holiday programming to include a Swedish holiday market and St. Lucia candlelit procession, Georgetown Cookie Tour, self-guided cocktail crawl, holiday gift guides and more.
Georgetown in the News
What everyone else is saying about DC’s oldest neighborhood.
Eater DC: NY’s Beloved Broth Pad Swings Into D.C. Just in Time for Winter
Springbone’s entirely gluten-free Georgetown menu showcases soups and grain bowls
WUSA 9: Shop Local and Small Businesses This Holiday Season
More than 40 Georgetown shops, restaurants and services will also be offering special discounts, complimentary refreshments, and pop-up events as part of Georgetown Jingle on December 6.
Washington Post: 10 Free Events to Make Your Holidays Merry and Bright
Don’t miss Georgetown Jingle on December 6.
Eater DC: Get Cozy at This Homestyle Thai Spot in Georgetown
At Rimtang, fried starters, tom yum seafood soup, and fiery papaya salads are the move.
Fox 5: IKEA Opening New Location in Georgetown
The store will not be a full IKEA, but a “Plan & Order” store.
