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Brand-new exhibits, exhilarating outdoor activities, unique festivals & more only-in-DC experiences

You can find amazing events all year long in Washington, DC. Explore everything that’s going on: events happening right now, annual happenings, holiday celebrations, groundbreaking museum exhibits, touring concerts and so much more.

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May

28

2025

National Mall

Elizabeth Catlett: A Black Revolutionary Artist

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May

28

2025

National Mall

In the Tower: Chakaia Booker

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May

29

2025

Virginia

Hedwig and the Angry Inch

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May

29

2025

Downtown

International Choral Festival

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May

29

2025

Southwest & The Wharf

We Are Gathered

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May

29

2025

Capitol Hill

Twelfth Night

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May

30

2025

Georgetown

Design on the Water: Washington DC Architecture Cruise

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May

31

2025

Virginia

George Washington Whiskey Tasting

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Jun

02

2025

Georgetown

EXHIBITION TOURS: Snow and Rain Shall Pass by Photographer Karin Alfredsson

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Jun

05

2025

Dupont Circle

Phillips after 5: Party with Pride

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Jun

07

2025

WorldPride Parade

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Jun

07

2025

National Mall

WorldPride Festival

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Jun

13

2025

Downtown

Louis Katz

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Jun

17

2025

Downtown

Ain't Too Proud - The Life and Times of the Temptations

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Jun

17

2025

Virginia

Ringo Starr and His All-Starr Band

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Jun

18

2025

Capitol Riverfront

FIFA Club World Cup 2025

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Jun

19

2025

Logan Circle

Dive In Movies at Hedy's Rooftop Pool

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Jun

19

2025

Downtown

Original Emancipation Proclamation & General Order No. 3 On Display

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Jun

20

2025

National Mall

Swedish Midsummer Celebration on the National Mall

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Jun

21

2025

Downtown

Tour: Celebrating Pride

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Featured Events

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15 Must-See DC Events & Festivals

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Piece of Quilt from We Gather at the Edge: Contemporary Quilts by Black Women Artists
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Things to Do This Week in Washington, DC

Things to do the week of May 27-29, 2025

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Things to Do This Weekend in Washington, DC

Our end-of-the-week picks for May 30 - June 1, 2025

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Things to Do This Month

Check out an exciting list of exhibits, concerts, theater and more all month long in the nation's capital.

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Family-friendly things to do in Washington, DC - Attend a Washington Nationals baseball game
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Things to Do for Father’s Day Weekend

Whether you're entertaining a sports-fanatic dad, a foodie, an activ...

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Guide to WorldPride 2025

WorldPride comes to Washington, DC from May 17 to June 8

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Reasons to Catch a Washington Nationals Baseball Game

An action-packed schedule, home runs and Racing Presidents add up to...

Explore The Arts District - Adventure through Washington, DC’s vibrant arts and culture scene
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Ways to Celebrate Juneteenth in Washington, DC

The nation’s capital features a variety of activities to honor the h...

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Ways to Celebrate Fourth of July

Enjoy the Fourth of July in the nation’s capital with fantastic fireworks and all-American activities

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Great Spots to Watch the Fourth of July Fireworks in Washington, DC

Nothing beats seeing the Independence Day fireworks against DC's skyline of monuments and memorials.

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Things to Do July 2025 in Washington, DC

There’s no shortage of exciting events to help you stay cool in DC this summer, including the Home Rule Music Festival and the Mubadala Citi Open.

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May

28

2025

Downtown
Faith and Freedom Tour

May

28

2025

Virginia
Patriots Path: A Revolutionary War Encampment

May

28

2025

Dupont Circle
Breakfast Tour

May

28

2025

Downtown
The Wonder of DC Trees Traveling Exhibit

History & Re-enactments

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DC's Insider Tips to Events

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DC Music Venues You Have to Experience

Check out the best places to go to catch a show in Washington, DC

Warner Theater Interior
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Theaters & Performance Spaces to See a Show in Washington, DC

A variety of performances grace stages throughout the District – her...

@marcodip25 - Summer sunset on the National Mall in Washington, DC
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3 Days of Favorites in the Nation's Capital

See the best of everything Washington, DC has to offer – from the Na...

Folklife Festival
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Can't-Miss Summer Events & Festivals in Washington, DC

Summer 2025 in the nation’s capital is packed with free and family-f...

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