Women’s History Month Free Events Across the District

HerStory 5K  
Residents of all ages are encouraged to participate in the 5th Annual HerStory 5K, honoring the history-making women of the District by running or walking at this fun, family-friendly race. This event is part of FITDC, a citywide fitness initiative providing DC residents with a year-round calendar of cause-driven fitness events that evoke city pride and allow residents of all fitness levels to unite in the spirit of living healthier and more active lifestyles. 

• When: Saturday, March 7 at 10:00 a.m. (registration starts at 8:00 a.m.)

• Where: Freedom Plaza, 1325 Pennsylvania Avenue NW

• Register: herstory5k.com
   

Tuesday Night Movies: K-Pop Demon Hunters Screening  
Join DC Public Library for a Tuesday Night Movie series screening of K-Pop Demon Hunters, a family-friendly, animated, K-pop musical film about a popular K-pop girl group, Huntrix (Rumi, Mira, Zoey), who use their music and powers to fight demons. The film celebrates the enduring contributions of women across generations, honoring their leadership, resilience, and impact on families and communities.  

• When: Tuesday, March 10 at 5:00 p.m. 

• Where: MLK Library, 901 G Street NW  

• RSVP: tinyurl.com/WHMKpop 
   

Let Her Cook: Ingredients for Doing Business in the District 
Let Her Cook is a resource-rich conversation with leaders from the DowntownDC BID, the Greater Washington DC Black Chamber of Commerce, and the Department of Small and Local Business Development. Attendees will learn how to position their products, navigate vendor opportunities, and scale visibility during peak retail season, and will obtain practical guidance on permits, partnerships, and placement in high-traffic markets. Participants will also gain strategies for storytelling, branding, and customer engagement that convert seasonal shoppers into loyal supporters. 

• When: Wednesday, March 11 at 2:00 p.m.  

• Where: HQ DC House, 600 F Street NW, 5th Floor

• Register: tinyurl.com/LetHerCook2026 
   

Work Smart Salary Negotiation Workshop  
As a part of MOWPI’s ongoing partnership with the American Association of University Women, this training helps early and mid-career professionals learn to negotiate fair salaries, better benefits, and advancement opportunities.  

• When: Wednesday, March 18 at 5:00 p.m. 

• Where: Benning/Dorothy I. Height Library, 3935 Benning Road NE  

• Register: tinyurl.com/WorkSmart2026 
   

Well Woman Workshop: Sustaining Our Health 
This event features sessions of mindfulness, gentle movements, and reflective story time to recommit attention to health. Inspired by the National Women’s History Alliance theme, Leading the Change: Celebrating Women Shaping a Sustainable Future, the event demonstrates that sustainability also means keeping women healthy, supported, and able to lead. Join us as we celebrate, learn, and build habits to sustain women’s health. 

• When: Thursday, March 19 at 1:00 p.m.

• Where: 899 North Capitol Street NE  

• Register: tinyurl.com/WellWomanWorkshop2026 
   

Women in Leadership  
The Department of Parks and Recreation’s Women in Leadership Series celebrates and amplifies the voices, stories, and insights of women leaders across diverse fields. By focusing on key habits that drive professional and personal development, it creates a space for women to reflect on their leadership journeys and learn from one another’s experiences. Join us for this special Women’s History Month session.

• When: Thursday, March 26 at 11:30 a.m. 

• Where: Joy Evans Therapeutic Recreation Center, 3030 G Street SE 

• Register: womeninleadershipdprseries.splashthat.com 
   

Trivia and Trailblazers  
This event is a special celebration hosted by MOWPI and the Mayor’s Office of LGBTQ Affairs, bringing the community together for a trivia night honoring LGBTQIA+ women and their contributions to DC. 

• When: Thursday, March 26 at 6:00 p.m. 

• Where: Her Diner, 2004 18th Street NW 

• Register: tinyurl.com/TriviaAndTrailblazers2026 
   

Washington Women of Excellence Awards  
Join Mayor Muriel Bowser and the Bowser Administration in honoring outstanding women in the District for their commitment, leadership, and excellence across all eight wards. Each year, honorees are nominated by members of the DC Commission for Women, MOWPI, and Mayor Bowser’s senior staff. Final selections are made by Mayor Bowser. 

• When: Monday, March 30 at 6:00 p.m.  

• Where: To be announced

• Register: tinyurl.com/WomenOfExcellence2026 
   

For more information on Women’s History Month activities, visit linktree.com/DCMOWPI or follow the Mayor’s Office on Women’s Policy and Initiatives on social media at @DCMOWPI.