A Guide to Passport DC
Passport DC presented by Events DC is back again for a month-long showcase of the city’s international diplomatic community. Throughout the month of May, there will be a variety of events, including embassy open houses, street festivals, performances, and other special events throughout the city. Passport DC is celebrating 17 years in 2024 helps support International Cultural Awareness Month – recognized each May in Washington, DC.
This beloved festival is most known for its popular Around the World Embassy Tour, which includes a full day of embassy open houses with a variety of international music, art, and food. However, there are a variety of featured events all month long in a flower market and Asian Street Festival! Don’t miss a chance to explore the rest of the events celebrating nations all over the world.
When are the Passport DC Events?
- May 3-4: International City Food Festival
- May 3-4: All Hallows Guild’s Flower Mart
- May 4: Around the World Embassy Tour
- May 11: European Union Open House
- May 18: Fiesta Asia
Around the World Embassy Tour
Many locals are already familiar with the Around the World Embassy Tour. This event on May 4 from 10 am to 4:30 pm includes Non-European Union Embassies representing six continents and islands in the Caribbean and the Pacific Ocean. Guests can enjoy food, art, dance, music, and more from each participating country. Each country will showcase different aspects of their cultures so guests will see a variety of special programming. Over 60 embassies are confirmed to participate and you can plan your day with this list.
International City Food Festival
Celebrate the culinary arts around the world with the 2-day International City Food Festival. Join Events DC at The Square on May 3 from 4 to 9 pm and May 4 from 10 am to 9 pm to enjoy international food, performances, and art. While this event does not have anything specially geared toward children, it is a family-friendly event. The Square is metro accessible right next to the Farragut West metro stop (Orange, Blue, Silver.)
European Union Open House
On May 11, check out the European Union Open House featuring music, dance, food, art, and more. May 11 marks the first Saturday after Europe Day on May 9. Europe Day remembers the signing of the Schuman Declaration on May 9, 1950, which established the European Coal and Steel Community, a multinational entity that would eventually become the European Union as we know it today. This event is organized by the Delegation of the European Union to the United States.
All Hallows Guild’s Flower Mart
Get in the spirit of spring with the 85th All Hallows Guild’s Flower Mart at the National Cathedral Gardens! Enjoy the beautiful grounds of the Cathedral while you shop for plants and gifts, try new foods, and enjoy children’s activities. Plus, don’t miss a ride on the historic carousel and the beauty of the International Floral Exhibit. This event is the largest annual fundraiser for the National Cathedral’s gardens and grounds.
Fiesta Asia
Head to Fiesta Asia on May 18, a street fair celebration organized in conjunction with Asian Heritage Month Commemorations. Enjoy outdoor craft exhibits, live performances, food, and more. Since 2006, Fiesta Asia’s aim is to share, celebrate, and promote the diversity of Asian heritage and culture through the arts, traditions, education, and cuisine.