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Celebrate with us!
All Year Long!
STRENGTH IN NEIGHBORS
Come together for the anniversary of Eastern Market's grand reopening after the 2007 fire, and celebrate the strength and resilience of our wonderful community that pulled together to make it happen.
GIANT GAMES
LIVE LOCAL MUSIC
FAMILY-FRIENDLY SCAVENGER HUNT
ARTISTS & ARTISANS
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WE'RE LOOKING FORWARD TO SEEING YOU THIS WEEKEND!
Washington, DC is under a heat advisory all weekend. As such, we've had to make some adjustments to make sure everyone has an enjoyable—AND SAFE—time. On Saturday and Sunday, some vendors will be in the North Hall. We'll also have paper fans and water available. Please make sure you stay hydrated, wear appropriate sun protection, and seek shelter if you feel too warm.
Celebrate Eastern Market's Grand Reopening with us! All weekend long there will be SHOPPING, walking tours, GIANT GAMES, arts and crafts from local creators, a SCAVENGER HUNT, an expansion of the market along Pennsylvania Avenue, and more. See below for more details!
ANNIVERSARY WEEKEND
Saturday, June 22nd &
Sunday June 23rd
9am-4pm
WEEKEND SCHEDULE
ON STAGE SATURDAY, JUNE 22
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10:00-10:45 AM: Kidsinger Jim
12:00-12:30 PM: Capitol Hill Chorale
12:30-1:00 PM: Singing Capital Chorus
1:00-1:55 PM: Too Much Talent Band
2:00-2:45 PM: Crush Funk Brass
3:00-3:55 PM: Too Much Talent Band
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ACTIVITIES FOR SATURDAY, JUNE 22
Market Walking Tour: 10:00-11:30 AM
Meet at 7th St. & Pennsylvania Avenue, under the Yellow Tent. Max 20 people; first come, first serve.
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Face Painting: 10:00AM-2:30 PM
Located in the North Hall
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Balloon Twisting: 10:00AM-2:30 PM
Located in the North Hall
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Giant Games & Scavenger Hunt
All day in the North Hall
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Weekend Market
All day outside and in the North Hall
ON STAGE SUNDAY, JUNE 23
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10:00-10:45 AM: Kidsinger Jim
11:00-11:55 AM: Rock Creek Kings
1:00-2:00 PM: Rock Creek Kings
2:30-3:15 PM: Too Much Talent Band
3:20-3:55: Crush Funk Brass
3:55-4:00: Remarks by Ward 6 Council Member, Charles Allen
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ACTIVITIES FOR SUNDAY, JUNE 23
Face Painting: 10:00AM-2:30 PM
Located in the North Hall
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Balloon Twisting: 10:00AM-2:30 PM
Located in the North Hall
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Market Walking Tour: 2:00-3:30 PM
Meet at 7th St. & Pennsylvania Avenue, under the Yellow Tent. Max 20 people; first come, first serve.
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Giant Games & Scavenger Hunt
All day in the North Hall
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Weekend Market
All day outside and in the North Hall
THE HISTORY OF EASTERN MARKET
Founded November 12, 1873
Local markets were an original part of L’Enfant’s 1791 vision for the city of Washington. And so, Eastern Market was completed on November 12, 1873 as part of this original plan. Designed by Adolf Cluss—a renowned local architect of the time—Eastern Market was designated a National Historic Landmark in 1971.
As the only historic public market building left in Washington, DC that has retained its original public market function, Eastern Market houses more than 12 merchants—some of whom have held their businesses here for more than 50 years. On weekends, it is home to a vibrant outdoor market with arts and crafts from around the world, farm fresh produce, and prepared food to eat or take home.
Having been rebuilt from a devastating fire in 2007, through a collaborative community effort, Eastern Market continues to stand as a hub in the community, and now we celebrate its 150th birthday, its resiliency, and its place as the heart of our neighborhood.
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