SWBID
@swbid.bsky.social
We're a different BID with a larger purpose.
The SWBID innovates and catalyzes action in Southwest by unlocking the potential of people and places.
The SWBID innovates and catalyzes action in Southwest by unlocking the potential of people and places.
Our Ambassador team worked tirelessly through the night to hand out spaghetti dinners today for our neighbors struggling through government furloughs and SNAP assistance. 🍝
SW is the best quadrant. 💅
Shout out to Arena Stage for letting us use their kitchen!
SW is the best quadrant. 💅
Shout out to Arena Stage for letting us use their kitchen!
November 14, 2025 at 9:57 PM
Our Ambassador team worked tirelessly through the night to hand out spaghetti dinners today for our neighbors struggling through government furloughs and SNAP assistance. 🍝
SW is the best quadrant. 💅
Shout out to Arena Stage for letting us use their kitchen!
SW is the best quadrant. 💅
Shout out to Arena Stage for letting us use their kitchen!
🎅See you for Jingle Block Rock.
⛄️Thursday, December 4, starting at 4:30pm!
🦆 SW Duck Pond and along 4th and I street (Waterfront Station area)
⛄️Thursday, December 4, starting at 4:30pm!
🦆 SW Duck Pond and along 4th and I street (Waterfront Station area)
November 14, 2025 at 1:59 AM
🎅See you for Jingle Block Rock.
⛄️Thursday, December 4, starting at 4:30pm!
🦆 SW Duck Pond and along 4th and I street (Waterfront Station area)
⛄️Thursday, December 4, starting at 4:30pm!
🦆 SW Duck Pond and along 4th and I street (Waterfront Station area)
Just Because.
- SWBID ❤️
We support federal workers and appreciate their dedication to public service.
- SWBID ❤️
We support federal workers and appreciate their dedication to public service.
October 2, 2025 at 11:01 PM
Just Because.
- SWBID ❤️
We support federal workers and appreciate their dedication to public service.
- SWBID ❤️
We support federal workers and appreciate their dedication to public service.
TOMORROW! Wednesday September 10 @ Hancock Park | 12–1:30 PM
Take a midday break for music, treats, books, and fun!
Brought to you by CSX and HSO. See you there!
Take a midday break for music, treats, books, and fun!
Brought to you by CSX and HSO. See you there!
September 9, 2025 at 7:40 PM
TOMORROW! Wednesday September 10 @ Hancock Park | 12–1:30 PM
Take a midday break for music, treats, books, and fun!
Brought to you by CSX and HSO. See you there!
Take a midday break for music, treats, books, and fun!
Brought to you by CSX and HSO. See you there!
Send this to your bestie. 🦆
August 19, 2025 at 7:39 PM
Send this to your bestie. 🦆
ALBINO DUCK SIGHTING 👀
If you see one and quack, that’s 7 years of good luck! 🦆💟
(This is completely made up and the SWBID is not responsible for luck or bad luck.)
If you see one and quack, that’s 7 years of good luck! 🦆💟
(This is completely made up and the SWBID is not responsible for luck or bad luck.)
June 28, 2025 at 2:21 PM
ALBINO DUCK SIGHTING 👀
If you see one and quack, that’s 7 years of good luck! 🦆💟
(This is completely made up and the SWBID is not responsible for luck or bad luck.)
If you see one and quack, that’s 7 years of good luck! 🦆💟
(This is completely made up and the SWBID is not responsible for luck or bad luck.)
We teamed up with local artists to transform bike and scooter corrals in Southwest into vibrant public art! 🎨 These murals brighten the neighborhood and clearly mark parking zones—helping keep sidewalks clear and micromobility moving safely.
June 23, 2025 at 8:56 PM
We teamed up with local artists to transform bike and scooter corrals in Southwest into vibrant public art! 🎨 These murals brighten the neighborhood and clearly mark parking zones—helping keep sidewalks clear and micromobility moving safely.
🌦️Rain, rain go away. Tomorrows a sunny day! 🌞
See you TOMORROW Thursday, May 22 @ 5:30-7pm with Flo Petite bringing on soulful sounds. Bring a blanket, a friend, and enjoy the sunset. 🌅
See you TOMORROW Thursday, May 22 @ 5:30-7pm with Flo Petite bringing on soulful sounds. Bring a blanket, a friend, and enjoy the sunset. 🌅
May 28, 2025 at 9:06 PM
🌦️Rain, rain go away. Tomorrows a sunny day! 🌞
See you TOMORROW Thursday, May 22 @ 5:30-7pm with Flo Petite bringing on soulful sounds. Bring a blanket, a friend, and enjoy the sunset. 🌅
See you TOMORROW Thursday, May 22 @ 5:30-7pm with Flo Petite bringing on soulful sounds. Bring a blanket, a friend, and enjoy the sunset. 🌅
This week's neighbor spotlight in the ✨Southwest, Hell Yes✨ series is Pam from SW Community Gardens. Pam has poured her heart and soul into carving out a little corner of the neighborhood to benefit everyone and create a real sense of community through gardening.
May 23, 2025 at 6:28 PM
This week's neighbor spotlight in the ✨Southwest, Hell Yes✨ series is Pam from SW Community Gardens. Pam has poured her heart and soul into carving out a little corner of the neighborhood to benefit everyone and create a real sense of community through gardening.
Check back for updated schedules!
May 22, 2025 at 7:46 PM
Check back for updated schedules!
We had a blast at the Duck Pond Saturday! 🦆 Thank you to everyone who came out and celebrated our fowl friends with us! 🥰
May 18, 2025 at 9:07 PM
We had a blast at the Duck Pond Saturday! 🦆 Thank you to everyone who came out and celebrated our fowl friends with us! 🥰
Sneak peek into swag tomorrow 👀 🐶
DUCK POND PARTY IS TOMORROW MAY 17, 3-5pm
We’ll have: The Crush Funk Band · FREE King Ribs BBQ · Chalk in with Chalk Riot · Games · Activities · Highway Safety Organization Activities
See you there! 🦆
Dog models are Callie, Georgie, and Harper
DUCK POND PARTY IS TOMORROW MAY 17, 3-5pm
We’ll have: The Crush Funk Band · FREE King Ribs BBQ · Chalk in with Chalk Riot · Games · Activities · Highway Safety Organization Activities
See you there! 🦆
Dog models are Callie, Georgie, and Harper
May 16, 2025 at 4:19 PM
Sneak peek into swag tomorrow 👀 🐶
DUCK POND PARTY IS TOMORROW MAY 17, 3-5pm
We’ll have: The Crush Funk Band · FREE King Ribs BBQ · Chalk in with Chalk Riot · Games · Activities · Highway Safety Organization Activities
See you there! 🦆
Dog models are Callie, Georgie, and Harper
DUCK POND PARTY IS TOMORROW MAY 17, 3-5pm
We’ll have: The Crush Funk Band · FREE King Ribs BBQ · Chalk in with Chalk Riot · Games · Activities · Highway Safety Organization Activities
See you there! 🦆
Dog models are Callie, Georgie, and Harper
This Week’s ⭐Southwest, Hell Yeahhhh⭐ Feature is our beloved neighbor, Eric!
Eric is all about empowering youth and strengthening our community. Through his programs, he bridges gaps and helps everyone harness unique skills to grow and thrive. Let’s celebrate Eric’s incredible work!
Eric is all about empowering youth and strengthening our community. Through his programs, he bridges gaps and helps everyone harness unique skills to grow and thrive. Let’s celebrate Eric’s incredible work!
May 14, 2025 at 8:38 PM
This Week’s ⭐Southwest, Hell Yeahhhh⭐ Feature is our beloved neighbor, Eric!
Eric is all about empowering youth and strengthening our community. Through his programs, he bridges gaps and helps everyone harness unique skills to grow and thrive. Let’s celebrate Eric’s incredible work!
Eric is all about empowering youth and strengthening our community. Through his programs, he bridges gaps and helps everyone harness unique skills to grow and thrive. Let’s celebrate Eric’s incredible work!
Check out all the events happening this week in SW! More info 👉 swbid.org/events
May 13, 2025 at 9:41 PM
Check out all the events happening this week in SW! More info 👉 swbid.org/events
🎶🌈 Duck Pond Music Kicks Off May 8! 🌈🎶
🎧 DJ Enyah will be spinning vibrant beats
🧶 Live yarn bombing by Arena Stage
🚦 Free safety gear & hands-on fun
🌍 Celebrating World Pride and queer artists!
📍 SW Duck Pond
📅 Thursday, May 8 | ⏰ 5:30–7PM
🎉 FREE & open to all | swbid.org/events
🎧 DJ Enyah will be spinning vibrant beats
🧶 Live yarn bombing by Arena Stage
🚦 Free safety gear & hands-on fun
🌍 Celebrating World Pride and queer artists!
📍 SW Duck Pond
📅 Thursday, May 8 | ⏰ 5:30–7PM
🎉 FREE & open to all | swbid.org/events
May 6, 2025 at 5:06 PM
🎶🌈 Duck Pond Music Kicks Off May 8! 🌈🎶
🎧 DJ Enyah will be spinning vibrant beats
🧶 Live yarn bombing by Arena Stage
🚦 Free safety gear & hands-on fun
🌍 Celebrating World Pride and queer artists!
📍 SW Duck Pond
📅 Thursday, May 8 | ⏰ 5:30–7PM
🎉 FREE & open to all | swbid.org/events
🎧 DJ Enyah will be spinning vibrant beats
🧶 Live yarn bombing by Arena Stage
🚦 Free safety gear & hands-on fun
🌍 Celebrating World Pride and queer artists!
📍 SW Duck Pond
📅 Thursday, May 8 | ⏰ 5:30–7PM
🎉 FREE & open to all | swbid.org/events
Southwest, Hell Yes!
For our second neighbor spotlight series our favorite grill master BUFUS!
Bufus is a SW legend. Catch him at Duck Pond Party May 17, 3-5pm!
For our second neighbor spotlight series our favorite grill master BUFUS!
Bufus is a SW legend. Catch him at Duck Pond Party May 17, 3-5pm!
May 1, 2025 at 10:39 PM
Southwest, Hell Yes!
For our second neighbor spotlight series our favorite grill master BUFUS!
Bufus is a SW legend. Catch him at Duck Pond Party May 17, 3-5pm!
For our second neighbor spotlight series our favorite grill master BUFUS!
Bufus is a SW legend. Catch him at Duck Pond Party May 17, 3-5pm!
May is going to pop off in SW! ☀️ Visit swbid.org/events for more info and to save the date!
April 30, 2025 at 8:42 PM
May is going to pop off in SW! ☀️ Visit swbid.org/events for more info and to save the date!
Check out our new Southwest Neighbor Spotlight Series, where we celebrate the incredible individuals who help shape the fabric of our community. 💛💙
First up is long-time neighbor and advocate, Thelma Jones! She's already a SW celebrity, but if you see her around, tell her you saw her video!
First up is long-time neighbor and advocate, Thelma Jones! She's already a SW celebrity, but if you see her around, tell her you saw her video!
April 22, 2025 at 9:01 PM
Check out our new Southwest Neighbor Spotlight Series, where we celebrate the incredible individuals who help shape the fabric of our community. 💛💙
First up is long-time neighbor and advocate, Thelma Jones! She's already a SW celebrity, but if you see her around, tell her you saw her video!
First up is long-time neighbor and advocate, Thelma Jones! She's already a SW celebrity, but if you see her around, tell her you saw her video!
See you around SW for our events! Visit swbid.org/events to save our events to your calendar!
April 11, 2025 at 6:54 PM
See you around SW for our events! Visit swbid.org/events to save our events to your calendar!
Last week, we hung out with yew-haw Moosejaw! 🤠 In partnership with @wmata.com, they spent an hour playing at L’Enfant Metro Station for commuters. 🪕
Catch the next Metro Live performance with the Washington Conservatory of Music featuring Bossa Bordeaux on April 15, starting at 4:30pm, Exit A!
Catch the next Metro Live performance with the Washington Conservatory of Music featuring Bossa Bordeaux on April 15, starting at 4:30pm, Exit A!
April 3, 2025 at 12:53 PM
Last week, we hung out with yew-haw Moosejaw! 🤠 In partnership with @wmata.com, they spent an hour playing at L’Enfant Metro Station for commuters. 🪕
Catch the next Metro Live performance with the Washington Conservatory of Music featuring Bossa Bordeaux on April 15, starting at 4:30pm, Exit A!
Catch the next Metro Live performance with the Washington Conservatory of Music featuring Bossa Bordeaux on April 15, starting at 4:30pm, Exit A!
😎SW TINY TOY EXCHANGE BOX IS HERE!!! 🪀🧸🦖
Thanks to our neighbor Liz for launching this initiative! Who doesn’t love a good tiny toy?!
Thanks to our neighbor Liz for launching this initiative! Who doesn’t love a good tiny toy?!
March 31, 2025 at 9:47 PM
😎SW TINY TOY EXCHANGE BOX IS HERE!!! 🪀🧸🦖
Thanks to our neighbor Liz for launching this initiative! Who doesn’t love a good tiny toy?!
Thanks to our neighbor Liz for launching this initiative! Who doesn’t love a good tiny toy?!
The farmers market is officially back in season one week from today!🍎💐🌯
See you at the lot at 4th and M st SW 9-1pm
👉 For more info visit: marketswdc.com
See you at the lot at 4th and M st SW 9-1pm
👉 For more info visit: marketswdc.com
March 29, 2025 at 3:53 PM
The farmers market is officially back in season one week from today!🍎💐🌯
See you at the lot at 4th and M st SW 9-1pm
👉 For more info visit: marketswdc.com
See you at the lot at 4th and M st SW 9-1pm
👉 For more info visit: marketswdc.com
Welcome to the SW Petal Path! 🌸✨
On Maine Ave, you might have noticed a new sidewalk extension connecting The Wharf and the Tidal Basin
Designed with pedestrians, cyclists, and scooter riders in mind, this addition enhances safety and ensures everyone can enjoy the blossoms with ease.
On Maine Ave, you might have noticed a new sidewalk extension connecting The Wharf and the Tidal Basin
Designed with pedestrians, cyclists, and scooter riders in mind, this addition enhances safety and ensures everyone can enjoy the blossoms with ease.
March 24, 2025 at 9:02 PM
Welcome to the SW Petal Path! 🌸✨
On Maine Ave, you might have noticed a new sidewalk extension connecting The Wharf and the Tidal Basin
Designed with pedestrians, cyclists, and scooter riders in mind, this addition enhances safety and ensures everyone can enjoy the blossoms with ease.
On Maine Ave, you might have noticed a new sidewalk extension connecting The Wharf and the Tidal Basin
Designed with pedestrians, cyclists, and scooter riders in mind, this addition enhances safety and ensures everyone can enjoy the blossoms with ease.
SW is celebrating cherry blossoms with special inspired treats, drinks, and experiences! Stop by these locations for a postcard or download from the link to plan your cherry blossom adventure today!
See the complete list here: swbid.org/celebrate-ch...
See the complete list here: swbid.org/celebrate-ch...
March 24, 2025 at 2:49 PM
SW is celebrating cherry blossoms with special inspired treats, drinks, and experiences! Stop by these locations for a postcard or download from the link to plan your cherry blossom adventure today!
See the complete list here: swbid.org/celebrate-ch...
See the complete list here: swbid.org/celebrate-ch...
Join us for our second Community Tables of the season, where we continue to connect neighbors through FREE delicious food, fun activities, and a sense of community!
This event will require signing up, so be sure to RSVP!
Sign up here: forms.gle/rbQNNC37jHFT...
This event will require signing up, so be sure to RSVP!
Sign up here: forms.gle/rbQNNC37jHFT...
March 20, 2025 at 4:16 PM
Join us for our second Community Tables of the season, where we continue to connect neighbors through FREE delicious food, fun activities, and a sense of community!
This event will require signing up, so be sure to RSVP!
Sign up here: forms.gle/rbQNNC37jHFT...
This event will require signing up, so be sure to RSVP!
Sign up here: forms.gle/rbQNNC37jHFT...