Every year, for 21 years now, Georgetown’s streets are converted into an open-air market inspired by the streets of Paris for an entire weekend – with local businesses offering up to 75% off! The incredible event, which started in 2003, brings the community together for a whimsical and fun celebration focusing on supporting local businesses while showing an appreciation for the French way of life.
What is the Georgetown French Market?
If you’re unfamiliar, this is your sign to go and check it out this year!
Georgetown French Market is a one-weekend celebration where the Georgetown neighborhood of Washington, D.C. closes its streets and converts them into an open-air outdoor market, similar to what you see in Paris in the springtime! You’ll be able to enjoy French culture, treats, and beverages while taking advantage of some incredible deals and discounts at local shops.
When and where is the Georgetown French Market?
The full weekend of festivities will start on Friday, April 26th, until Sunday, April 28th, and will feature a series of activities, deals, and events perfect for all audiences!
The event is along Wisconsin Avenue NW between O Street and Reservoir Road in Central Georgetown.
Schedule of events
The first day of the event, Friday will be more about the local businesses and their unique deals and offerings, with no clear live music scheduled or performers slated for the day. However, the weekend will be filled with full days of live music and street performances, so don’t think for a second that this won’t be a great time!
Friday – 10 am – 5 pm:
- Participating local shops will all be open all day, but supplies may be limited at select businesses.
- Live entertainment is limited, as performances are mostly slated for Saturday and Sunday.
Saturday – 10 am – 5 pm:
- Live music begins at 11 am and will continue throughout the day at various locations until 4 pm.
- Participating local shops will all be open all day, but supplies may be limited at select businesses.
- Face Painting for kids will be open from 12-2 pm at the TD Bank lot ((1611 Wisconsin Ave).
- Street performers from 12 pm to 3 pm – unicyclist, mime, stilt-walkers, and more!
Sunday – 10 am – 5 pm:
- Live music once again begins at 11 am and will continue throughout the day at various locations until 3 pm.
- Participating local shops will all be open all day, but supplies may be limited at select businesses.
- Face Painting again will be open from 12 pm to 2 pm at the TD Bank lot ((1611 Wisconsin Ave).
- Street performers from 1 pm to 3 pm – unicyclist, mime, stilt-walkers, and more!
What deals are at this year’s Georgetown French Market?
This year, over 40 local small businesses and organizations are participating in the event and will have up to 75% off on some of their products/services.
Here’s a short list of a few participating brands:
Deals on Food & Drink
- Bacchus Wine Cellar – 10% off all French Wine. A limited-edition canvas tote bag with six bottles of boutique wine for $60 (while supplies last). Tasting of four wines for $8.
- City Sliders – Free soft drink with an order of sliders.
- Maman – Limited-edition menu items. Free J’Aime Georgetown pin with any $20 order and tote bag with any $30 order (while supplies last).
Deals on Art & Home Decor
- A MANO – Up to 75% off selected items. Crepes will be available for order (Friday and Saturday only).
- Ally Banks Interiors – 20-40% off selected items.
- Pillar & Post – 10% off all items in the store. Special table with items for 50% off. Free gift is given with each purchase of $250+.
Deals on Wellness, Beauty & Fashion
- Ella-Rue – 50-75% off all items on the sidewalk tent’s sale racks, and $5, $10, and $15 bins.
- Jaryam – All clothing on sidewalk racks is 70% off.
- Pretty Chic – Select jewelry is 50% off, plus specials on clothing.
Is it kid-friendly?
100%! This event is perfect for kids of all ages, with live music, face painters, a mine, and plenty more performers for loads of entertainment, plus a ton of local spots are having special deals on food and wine, so you’ll be able to find something for everyone without overspending.
Is it free to attend?
Yup, the event itself is completely free to attend, you don’t need to register in advance, show up when you feel like it! That being said, it may get crowded if you come in the afternoon, so we suggest getting there on the early side just to be safe and avoid longer waits or big crowds.