HerStory 5K, Cherry Blossoms, and More

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John A. Wilson Building

1350 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20004

 

Phone: (202) 727-2643
Email: muriel.bowser@dc.gov

Chief of Staff:
Tomás Talamante

City Administrator:
Kevin Donahue

Director of the Mayor's Office of Legal Counsel:
Eugene Adams

Senior Advisor:
Lindsey Parker

Director of Mayor's Office of Community Affairs:
Lamont Carey

Director of Mayor's Office of Community Relations and Services:
Phil Thomas

Scheduling Requests:
mayor.dc.gov/page/invite-mayor

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

March 6, 2026

Letter from the Mayor

Dear Washingtonians,

After a historically cold winter, I know we are all looking forward to spring, and for good reason: spring in Washington, DC is beautiful. To add to the excitement, the Cherry Blossom Festival is just two weeks away, and yesterday, the National Park Service announced that the predicted peak bloom dates are between March 29 and April 1.

And this weekend, we’ll get a jump-start on enjoying the warmer weather at tomorrow’s HerStory 5K. The HerStory 5K is one of the first events in a full lineup of Women’s HerStory Month events happening across our city.

Womens Herstory Month Events

Since we started the HerStory 5K eight years ago, it’s become a great way to come together as a community, shake off winter, and celebrate the women and girls who keep DC the best city in the world. On-site registration will start at 7:00 a.m., across from Freedom Plaza; the Kids Dash will happen at 9:15 a.m.; and then the 5K will start at 10:00 a.m. If you’re looking for a fun way to start your weekend, come out tomorrow morning and run, walk, jog, or cheer from the sidelines!

Sincerely,

Muriel Bowser

In This Week's Newsletter:

Now Open: Registration for DPR Spring Programming

DPR Spring Programming Now Open

Registration for spring programming at the Department of Parks and Recreation is now open!

This year's lineup has something for everyone: from lifeguard training to DCPS spring break camps, from boxing to DJing, from toddler sports to senior aquatics. So, check out the spring offerings at DPRprograms.com and register today. 

Next Friday: DC Teen Summit

DC Teen Summit

Next Friday, on March 13, the Department of Parks and Recreation is hosting a DC Teen Summit at the Columbia Heights Community Center.

With no school for DCPS students on Friday, March 13, this is an opportunity for teens to get engaged, learn more about leadership opportunities in the city, and have their voices heard on important topics. 

Learn more and register at dcteensummit.splashthat.com.

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#BeDowntown: National Park Service Predicts Peak Bloom, March 29-April 1

Cherry Blossom Festival

The 2026 National Cherry Blossom Festival is almost here! Spring’s biggest welcome party will take place between March 20 to April 12. The festival will include much-loved traditions, new experiences, and plenty of community celebrations during three weeks of fun, food, culture, and entertainment.

The National Park Service predicts peak bloom will happen between March 29 and April 1.  

Plan your trip to the cherry blossoms and learn more about upcoming events at nationalcherryblossomfestival.org. 

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Reminder: DCPS Calendar Updates

DCPS Calendar Updates

DC Public Schools (DCPS) families are reminded that last month, DCPS announced several calendar updates.

Due to weather-related closures in January, several dates were adjusted, and families should ensure they have updated their calendars for next week: Thursday, March 12, which was previously scheduled for parent-teacher conferences, is now a regular instructional day.