Join your friends and neighbors for one of D.C.'s biggest street festivals. Dozens of vendors, artisans, artists, and musicians will be there for the ultimate block party experience.

Grab a sunhat and get out to celebrate life in the city! This festival is put together to showcase local businesses, vendors, and nonprofit organizations in the area. Looking for handmade arts and crafts? Over 60 artisans will be there to tempt you with their wares. More of a food truck aficionado? They'll be there, too!

17th Street in Dupont is a vibrant area full of shops and restaurants all waiting to welcome you. Take a stroll and get to know the neighborhood during this day of family fun.

WHERE: 17th Street NW between P and R Streets | Washington, D.C,
WHEN: Saturday, August 24, 2019 | 12–6 p.m.
ADMISSION: FREE

In lieu of a main stage, there will be wandering musicians performing all along the festival grounds. Keep an eye out for mariachis, soloists, and bands throughout the day. 

“Unique to our 17th Street Festival,” said Bill McLeod, Executive Director, “is our six hour long ‘moving’ live music.  The Festival does not have a stage, but we have a variety of acoustic entertainers all day roving up and down the street, including an African band, flamenco dancer, mariachi band, a Chinese lion dancer, and a New Orleans jazz band. Our guests love the more intimate interaction with our musicians.”

For more information, including a list of the performers and when they will be appearing, visit the official 17th Street Festival website. You can also read the press release here. The easiest way to get there will be to take the Metro to the Dupont Circle Station and just follow the noise for a few blocks.

**All of the photos in this article are courtesy of the 17th Street Festival Facebook page.

Are you looking forward to attending this annual street fair? What are some of your favorite vendors or attractions? Let us know in the comments!