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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

SCROLL TO LEARN MORE!

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. 

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NIGHT OF THE PHOENIX

 Friday, June 21st 
6pm-9pm
 Free for all! 

Join us for our kick-off fundraiser to celebrate Eastern Market! This event will feature LIVE MUSIC, food for purchase from LOCAL PURVEYORS, an EVENING MARKET, and more. We can't wait to see you!

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!

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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

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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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