Washington, DC, launches ‘DC is Open’ tourism campaign to boost visits during government shutdown

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With the federal government still shut down since Oct. 1, 2025, Washington’s official tourism bureau is reminding Americans to visit the city through its "DC is Open" campaign.

The nation’s capital "remains open and ready to welcome visitors, with so much to see, do, eat and experience," the campaign says.

" The purpose is to amplify the message that despite the federal government shutdown, the city is open and continues to welcome business and leisure travelers ," Destination DC (DDC) said in a recent press release.

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Elliott L. Ferguson, II, DCC's president and CEO, said visitors should know most of the city’s attractions and experiences rema