dc cherry blossom festival

Cherry Blossom Festival Parking in DC 2023

Nothing says the beginning of springtime like The National Cherry Blossom Festival in Washington, DC! This spring celebration all came about thanks to a generous gift from the mayor of Tokyo, when he gifted the city of Washington, DC with 3,000 cherry trees in 1912. The National Cherry Blossom Festival commemorates this gift and the […]

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Where to Park in DC this Holiday Season

The holiday season in DC is nearly upon us! As you make plans for the coming weeks, don’t forget to reserve parking ahead of time. No matter what you have planned, we’ve got you covered. Here are your best bets for DC holiday parking near some of the most popular events: A Christmas Carol at Ford’s […]

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SpotHero Summer Picks: Our Top 10 Things to do in DC This Summer

Folklife Festival Dates: June 22-27 & June 30-July 4 Location: National Mall Price: Free  The Folklife Festival is a two-week long event on the National Mall and a celebration of contemporary cultures, countries, and traditions. This year’s festival focuses on the United Arab Emirates, and Earth optimism and conservation. Immerse yourself in the unknown for […]

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Nationals Park Parking

Nationals Park Parking: Your Ultimate Parking Guide

Nationals baseball is in full swing! If you’re heading to a game and are in need of Nationals Park parking, SpotHero has you covered. We rounded up all of your best options for parking near Nationals Park. Here’s what you need to know: Nationals Park Parking 101 There are quite a few Nationals Park parking […]

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Dupont Circle Parking

Top 5 Dupont Circle Parking Garages

Navigating the Washington DC parking game can be very frustrating. High prices, the inability to find a parking garage in the time you need, and lack of overnight parking add up to an experience that is less than ideal. Dupont Circle is no exception to the DC neighborhoods with serious parking problems. Thankfully, SpotHero has […]

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Washington DC Capital Pride Guide

Washington DC Pride is one of the most inviting parades DC has ever seen, and in 2015, you can officially celebrate 40 years of pride in the Nation’s Capital! This year’s theme is Flashback, so make sure to dress up so you can emerge yourself into your favorite time period. At SpotHero, we’re all about making sure […]

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Pope Francis DC Visit: Parking and Street Closures [UPDATED]

  Updated 9/16/15 with new list of parking restrictions   Get ready, DCers. The pope is coming. If you live in the D.C. area, pretty soon everyone will be talking about it. Pope Francis will be in Washington D.C. September 22-24. He will then visit New York City and Philadelphia before returning to Rome. He […]

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DC Restaurant Week Parking

Three Ways to Make the Most of D.C. Restaurant Week

Metropolitan Washington’s Summer Restaurant Week is almost here! From August 15th through the 21st, you can indulge in three-course meals at over 250 restaurants in Washington D.C. Prix-fixe options will run you $22 for lunch and $35 for dinner.   If you’ve ever made reservations during Restaurant Week before, you know you need to do your research […]

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Quiz: What is Your Perfect Fall Day in Washington DC?

Temperatures are cooling down this weekend, and fall is in the air! Looking to get out and enjoy DC?  If you’re not quite sure what to do yet, look no further.   Take our quiz to figure out what your perfect fall day looks like!    

Your Guide to Taste of DC: Parking, Admission and More!

The Taste of DC is right around the corner! DC’s largest food, beer, and wine festival takes place over Columbus Day weekend, and you won’t want to miss it. This year’s Taste of DC has something for everyone, with 60 restaurants and more than 100 specialty beers and wines, plus live music, culinary demos, and the sixth […]

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