Washington, DC, is a vibrant city with a population of over 440 people and a population density of 1,013 people per square mile. The city offers numerous businesses, year-round outdoor activities, organizations and local sporting events for its residents and visitors to enjoy. With top attractions such as the Smithsonian Institution, National Mall, White House and Lincoln Memorial, there are endless opportunities for exploration. Popular businesses in Washington DC include restaurants like Ben’s Chili Bowl and Busboys & Poets; museums like the National Air & Space Museum; movie theaters like AMC Loews Uptown 1; shopping malls like Gallery Place; outdoor recreation areas like Rock Creek Park; and parks like Dupont Circle. Throughout the year there are many different events held in Washington DC including the Cherry Blossom Festival in April, National Book Festival in September, Taste of DC in October and Monumental Marathon in November. Local sports teams include Major League Soccer team D.C. United (DCU), Women's Basketball team Mystics (WNBA), Arena Football League team Valor (AFL), American Hockey League team Hershey Bears (AHL) and professional baseball's Washington Nationals (MLB). All these offerings make Washington D.C an exciting place to live!