Passport DC

Events DC presents its annual Passport DC in May 2026!

Experience the world in one place by planning a trip to Washington, DC. Passport DC offers a month-long journey that showcases the city's thriving international diplomatic community and diverse culture. This event is celebrated annually in May during International Cultural Awareness month and offers programs by embassies and some of Washington, DC’s very best cultural institutions. Thousands of people enjoy the popular embassy open houses, street festivals, performances, exhibitions, workshops and more. Don't miss out on the opportunity to explore the global trace that makes the nation's capital a unique destination.

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Around the World Embassy Tour

Saturday, May 2

Travel the world through food, art, dance, fashion, music, innovations and manufactured goods at this unique event. Non-European Union embassies open their doors and guests can experience a variety of cultural activities, such as petting alpacas, playing with robots and learning indigenous dances. Don't miss out on this opportunity to explore different countries and their traditions.

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Events DC App

 

This app offers experiences to enhance your ability to Go Global and Stay Local. In addition to the embassy's information, you will see augmented reality (AR) that features national landmarks associated with each country. You will also automatically receive a virtual stamp as you visit each participating embassy, restaurant or cultural event.

If you have the app from previous years, please delete it and download the latest Events DC app using the links below. If you previously created an account, you can log in using the same username and password. If you no longer have access, please create a new account with a new email. You can find a video here on how to use the app.

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Passport DC Preview
April 5

The Passport DC preview will take place during BloomFest as part of the National Cherry Blossom Festival at the Tidal Basin. Performances celebrating over 15 cultures from around the world will come alive on stage for a showcase of music, dance and traditions that will take you on a journey across the globe!

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Flower Mart
May 1-2

Flower Mart is a program where people can shop for plants and gifts, eat fun festival food, enjoy children’s activities, ride the historic carousel and take in the beauty of the International Floral Exhibit.

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EU Open House
Saturday, May 9

EU Open House is organized by the Delegation of the European Union to the United States. Visitors will enjoy the authentic music, dance, food, film and art of the distinctive nations of the European Union!

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Fiesta Asia
Saturday, May 16

Fiesta Asia! is a street fair and a signature celebration that occurs every May in conjunction with Asian Heritage Month Commemorations. It offers outdoor craft exhibits, live performances, food and more.

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Cultural Programs
May 1-31

Discover the best internationally themed programs during the International Cultural Awareness Month offered by cultural organizations. 
 

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Savor the Flavors
May 1-31

Visit a selected list of restaurants in the District during Passport DC and savor tastes of the world without leaving the city. 

 

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Volunteer with Us in 2027

We invite you to volunteer with us and learn about the international community in Washington, DC.

We offer different positions so that you can choose the best option for you. Below you will find descriptions of each volunteer opportunity and the registration form. Scroll down to see the option that you prefer. Volunteers must be at least 18 years old.

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Registration isn’t required, but you can sign up here to let us know you plan to attend and to receive the latest updates.

To volunteer for Passport DC and Around the World Embassy Tour, click here.

For detailed information about Passport DC, download the Events DC App 

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Passport DC, May 1-31

  • 2026 is the 19th year of Passport DC.

  • In 2007, the European Union Delegation asked its embassies to host open houses and invite the public to learn about their nations’ culture, history, cuisine and more. A year later, Cultural Tourism DC convened a working group and approached non-European embassies to offer a second Saturday in May for open houses. Since then, we’ve added a restaurant component and invited the public to visit our local cultural institutions as well. The two Saturdays of embassy open houses plus the Fiesta Asia street fair became Passport DC. 

     

Flower Mart at the Washington National Cathedral, May 1-2 

  • This year will be 17 international floral arrangements inside the Cathedral plus one from the USA! 
  • You can shop for plants, cut flowers, gardening tools and learn some gardering tips. There will also be crafts, a white elephant tent, food trucks and more. 

 

Around the World Embassy Tour, May 2 

  • 68 embassies will participate.
  • Theme of America 250 experiences in the embassies of Singapore, Azerbaijan, Thailand, Ethiopia, Oman, Peru, Sri Lanka and Lebanon, among others.
  • First-Time participating embassies: Cuba, Lebanon, Maldives, and Singapore.
  • Thailand also expanded its open house to two sites, the embassy at 1024 Wisconsin Avenue NW and across the street at Grace Episcopal Church.
  • Find more information under: Around the World Embassy Tour

 

EU Open House, May 9 – also Europe Day 

  • There will be 27 embassies in EU Open House and the theme is America 250.

 

Fiesta Asia street fair, May 16 

  • Celebrates Asian American, Hawaiian, Indigenous and Pacific Islander Month. It features lion and dragon dances, food trucks, two stages and more.

     

Savor the Flavors, May 1-31 

  • It is a collaboration of Events DC and the Restaurant Association of Metropolitan Washington with 24 participating restaurants. Their offers include discounts, selected menu items and/or fixed price Passport DC menus. 
  • To access these specials, you should download the Events DC app and show the restaurant on the app. 
  • Cuba Libré has a Savor the Flavors menu; Colada Shop has a Cuban Passport; I Ricchi will have a special “Passport DC: Italians in America”; Carmine’s will offer an American 250 menu and Passport DC menus can be found at at New Heights (Bolivian, Persian and Greek flavors) and District Still and Supply (Filipino)  
  • Find more information under: Savor the Flavors

 

International Cultural Programs, May 1-31 

  • Language of Diplomacy Exhibit at Planet Word 
  • DC Arab American Cultural Festival, May 9 
  • Dragon Boat Races on May 16 
  • Many musical performances, exhibits, book signings, and gastronomy experiences (e.g., champagne and cheese pairings) 
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Sponsor and Partners 2026

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What People Say about Passport DC…

“We loved the opportunity to connect with cultures and people worldwide and to see the wide variety of diplomatic posts and offices."

“Getting to learn more about different countries and cultures, with a minimal cost involved (always a plus in DC!).”

“Love the ability to experience different cultures through the embassies. The exhibitions each put up were engaging, thoughtful and beautiful!”

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