What this is
Stamps DC is the guide to embassy events in Washington, D.C. Film screenings, concerts, food festivals, lectures, open houses: if an embassy is hosting it, you'll find it here.
How it works
We monitor every foreign embassy and cultural center in Washington, 195missions in all, and surface their events in one place. The calendar updates daily so you always see what's coming up, whether it's a film screening announced yesterday or a national day celebration months out. The busiest stretch is Passport DC each May, when dozens of embassies open their doors to the public on a single weekend.
Who it's for
Culturally curious DC locals, embassy regulars, first-time visitors, and anyone who wants to discover what the diplomatic community is doing this week.
Behind the scenes
Stamps DC is an independent project. We're a small team building the tool we wished existed. Questions? Get in touch.
Common questions
- What is Stamps DC?
- Stamps DC is a continuously updated guide to events hosted by foreign embassies in Washington, D.C.: film screenings, concerts, food festivals, lectures, open houses, and national-day celebrations, all in one searchable place.
- How many embassies does Stamps DC cover?
- Stamps DC tracks events from 195 diplomatic missions and cultural centers with a physical presence in Washington, D.C.: 182 embassies plus 13 cultural centers and missions.
- Are embassy events in DC free?
- Most embassy cultural events in Washington, D.C. are free and open to the public; some require an RSVP or tickets. Each event page lists its admission and RSVP details.
- How often is Stamps DC updated?
- The calendar updates daily from official embassy sources, so newly announced events appear within a day.