Dear Members, 

Know that we remain committed to promoting all there is to see and do during a potential government shutdown. We are monitoring closely and are ready to share the DC is Open campaign across all advertising, content and editorial channels if needed.

Messaging will encompass everything to do this spring, including one of the city’s most beloved events. The National Cherry Blossom Festival takes place from March 20 – April 13 with peak bloom predicted for March 28-31. We can’t wait to be a part of the country’s biggest springtime celebration. There will also be frequent promotion of hotel packages and deals connected to WorldPride DC 2025 (May 17 – June 8) as the event draws closer.

Seasonal excitement doesn’t stop there. DC successfully hosted the Colonial Athletic Association’s Men’s and Women’s Basketball Championships at CareFirst Arena and the city welcomes the Atlantic-10 Men’s NCAA Basketball Tournament to Capital One Arena this week. The Washington Nationals celebrate its 20th anniversary with a March 27 home opener. Last but certainly not least, we’ve got our eyes on the first-place Washington Capitals and Alex Ovechkin as the Great Eight chases Wayne Gretzky’s NHL all-time goal-scoring record.

And finally, as the District celebrates Women's History Month, be sure to engage with our content that commemorates the many contributions women have made to our city and country.

Kindly,

Elliott L. Ferguson, II
President & CEO
Destination DC

Be empowered to create a more sustainable future for tourism, meetings and events in Washington, DC. Join Destination DC (DDC) and DC’s Department of Energy and Environment at the Embassy of France for our second annual Sustainability Summit. 

Celebrate the return of DC’s iconic cherry blossoms – with fresh flavors, vibrant company and blossoming connections. Don’t miss this exclusive opportunity to mix, mingle and energize with fellow members as spring arrives in the District. 

Get your elevator pitch ready and join DDC for this fast-paced industry event, where members can get to know fellow tourism and hospitality professionals – with only two minutes to network with each.

Socialize and network with other businesses in DC's tourism and marketing industry at Sports & Social, the District's newest destination for premier sports-watching. The one-of-a-kind sports bar boasts a 25-foot LED media wall and over a dozen HDTVs: the next best thing to watching the game at the stadium.

Nothing beats the 4th of July in the nation's capital. Celebrate Independence Day with DDC!

Join hospitality industry members and kick off the spring tourism season at Pink Tie Party.

Gather your team and enjoy great food, fun and philanthropy. Special $125 pricing in limited supply.

Revolution Event Design & Production crafts unforgettable galas, celebrations and activations, fully immersing guests in your brand's story and creating powerful, lasting emotional connections.

Enter a world where nature, art and technology collide in Blooming Wonders: A Best-of-Spring Exhibition, a vibrant tribute to Washington, DC’s beloved cherry blossom season. Limited engagement only.

Use code AEF10 for 10% off your tickets.

In February, the team tracked over 84 presentations, virtual client sales calls and in-person meetings.

Recent activities: 

This month, the global team promoted WorldPride, invited Mexican tour operators and agents to the city for its first-ever reverse sales mission and will host a FAM for Italian luxury travel agents. The sports team will travel to New York to celebrate women in sports, while the Visitor Experience team is back on the road in Maryland for a welcome center takeover.

Register now to join the group leisure sales team in our annual DC Loves Buses Day.

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