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8Apr
K-Cinema Korean Movie Night: Stand by me(덕구)
Wednesday · 6:00 PM
South Korea · Korean Cultural Center, Washington D.C.
Free Korean movie screening of 'Stand by Me' (덕구) with complimentary Korean snacks at the Korean Cultural Center.
Free
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JAPAN
12Apr
Cherry Blossom Matsuri Festival
Sunday · 11:00 AM
Japan · Embassy of Japan
Celebrate Japanese spring traditions with tea ceremony demonstrations, ikebana workshops, taiko drumming, and authentic street food at this free festival.
Free
Past
THAILAND
13Apr
Songkran Water Festival
Monday · 12:00 PM
Thailand · Royal Thai Embassy
Celebrate Thai New Year with traditional water blessings, Thai dance performances, pad thai cooking demos, and mango sticky rice at this festive Songkran celebration.
Free
KOREAN CULTURAL CENTER
19Apr
K-Pop Dance Workshop
Sunday · 3:00 PM
Korean Cultural Center · Korean Cultural Center
Learn choreography from the latest K-Pop hits with professional dance instructors from Seoul. All skill levels welcome at this free workshop.
Free
20Apr
K-Culture Talk: Korean Onggi(옹기) Pottery
Monday · 6:00 PM
South Korea · Korean Cultural Center, Washington D.C.
Artist Yeonsoo Kim explores Korea's traditional "breathing" earthenware pottery in an intimate cultural talk about Onggi craftsmanship.
Free
21Apr
Connecting Lines: Exhibition Opening Reception & Artist Talk
Tuesday · 6:00 PM
South Korea · Korean Cultural Center, Washington D.C.
Free
22Apr
K-Cinema Korean Movie Night: Take Care Of My Cat (고양이를 부탁해)
Wednesday · 6:00 PM
South Korea · Korean Cultural Center, Washington D.C.
Free
23Apr
24Apr
Tea for Harmony: East Meets West
Friday · 5:30 PM
China · Embassy of the People's Republic of China in the United States of America
Experience a traditional tea service that bridges Eastern and Western cultures at this elegant evening event.
JAPAN INFORMATION AND CULTURE CENTER
25Apr
Studio Ghibli Film Night: Spirited Away
Saturday · 6:30 PM
Japan Information and Culture Center · Japan Information and Culture Center
Watch Hayao Miyazaki's beloved masterpiece in Japanese with English subtitles, plus learn about the art of Japanese animation.
Free
INDIA
26Apr
Indian Classical Music: Raga at Dusk
Sunday · 6:30 PM
India · Embassy of India
A sitar maestro performs evening ragas in the embassy's garden, with an introduction to Indian classical music theory.
Free
AFGHANISTAN
2May
Passport DC 2026: Embassy of Afghanistan Open House
Saturday · 12:00 AM
Afghanistan · Embassy of Afghanistan
Explore Afghan culture during this free open house featuring traditional performances, cuisine, and art as part of the city-wide Around the World Embassy Tour.
Free
JAPAN
2May
Passport DC: Embassy of Japan Open House
Saturday · 10:00 AM
Japan · Embassy of Japan
Explore Japanese culture through hands-on origami, bonsai displays, kimono photo opportunities, and traditional matcha tea tasting at this special embassy open house.
Free
KOREAN CULTURAL CENTER
2May
Korean Cinema Showcase: Parasite Director's Cut
Saturday · 7:00 PM
Korean Cultural Center · Korean Cultural Center
Special screening of Bong Joon-ho's Oscar-winning "Parasite" featuring exclusive behind-the-scenes footage and a Q&A with the filmmaker via satellite.
Free
INDIA
3May
Diwali Festival of Lights Preview
Sunday · 4:00 PM
India · Embassy of India
Experience India's beloved Festival of Lights with traditional rangoli art, classical dance performances, henna art, and authentic Indian sweets and chai.
Free
7May
INDONESIA
11May
Batik Workshop & Indonesian Dance
Monday · 1:00 PM
Indonesia · Embassy of Indonesia
Learn traditional Javanese batik wax-resist dyeing technique and enjoy a gamelan-accompanied dance performance. All materials provided for this hands-on cultural experience.
Free
JAPAN INFORMATION AND CULTURE CENTER
16May
Japanese Calligraphy Workshop
Saturday · 2:00 PM
Japan Information and Culture Center · Japan Information and Culture Center
Learn the traditional art of shodo from a master calligrapher in this hands-on workshop. All materials provided, beginners welcome.
Free
TIMOR-LESTE
20May
SOUTH KOREA
23May
Korean Cuisine Masterclass: Kimchi & Banchan
Saturday · 11:00 AM
South Korea · Embassy of Korea
Learn to make traditional kimchi and Korean side dishes in this hands-on cooking class. Ingredients and take-home jars included.
$35
GEORGIA
26May
VIETNAM
31May
Vietnamese Pho Festival
Sunday · 11:00 AM
Vietnam · Embassy of Vietnam
Learn to make authentic pho from scratch with a Vietnamese master chef and taste regional variations from Hanoi and Saigon.
$30
INDIA
7Jun
Bollywood Dance Night
Sunday · 6:00 PM
India · Embassy of India
Learn classic and contemporary Bollywood choreography from professional dancers. No experience needed for this energetic evening of Indian dance.
$20
PHILIPPINES
8Jun
Filipino Food Festival: Kamayan Feast
Monday · 12:00 PM
Philippines · Embassy of the Philippines
Experience kamayan, the traditional Filipino way of eating with your hands, featuring lechon, adobo, lumpia, and halo-halo served on banana leaves.
$25
PHILIPPINES
12Jun
CHINA
19Jun
Chinese Lunar New Year Gala
Friday · 6:00 PM
China · Embassy of China
Experience traditional dragon dance, Chinese opera, and martial arts demonstrations, plus a 12-course banquet celebrating the Year of the Horse.
$75
19Jun
Embassy of Sri Lanka Dinner with the Ambassador & Sri Lankan Music + Dance
Friday · 6:45 PM
Sri Lanka · Embassy of Sri Lanka
An immersive evening featuring authentic Sri Lankan cuisine, traditional music and dance performances, plus dinner with the Ambassador.
MONGOLIA
10Jul
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Afghanistan
embassy
2341 Wyoming Ave NW, Washington, DC 20008
The Embassy of Afghanistan offers a wonderful window into the rich history and vibrant culture of this ancient crossroads nation, and they're hosting an open house during Passport DC 2026 so you can experience it firsthand. You'll get a chance to explore the traditions, art, and stories of Afghanistan while connecting with the embassy community in an intimate setting. It's a fantastic opportunity to discover a culture that's often misunderstood, and to support the Afghan community right here in DC.
Armenia
embassy
2225 R Street NW, Washington, DC 20008
The Armenian Embassy brings the rich traditions of one of the world's oldest Christian civilizations right to DC, offering a wonderful gateway to Armenian music, dance, cuisine, and historical heritage. Even without recent events, the embassy represents a vibrant community with deep roots in Washington, and you'll find that Armenian cultural celebrations throughout the year showcase everything from traditional folk performances to contemporary art that bridges ancient and modern worlds. If you're interested in exploring lesser-known but absolutely captivating cultures, the Armenian presence in DC is a gem worth discovering!
Azerbaijan
embassy