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Whether you're inspired by free museums or culturally diverse neighborhoods, this city has it all. Catch a musical before it hits Broadway. Go where DC creators hatch their best ideas. The District oozes with local flavor and one-of-a-kind experiences. Bottle it up on your trip when you tour colorful street murals, chat with artists at Eastern Market or accept a standing invite to the Meridian Hill drum circle.

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Wildly Authentic Things to Do

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Where to Find the Most Colorful Street Murals in Washington, DC

Vibrant street art adds color to DC in any season.

Henry the elephant in the National Museum of Natural History
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Smithsonian Museums in Washington, DC

History, science, art and culture come alive at these free DC museum...

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

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

National Postal Museum
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20+ Cool & Interesting Museums in Washington, DC That Aren’t On the National Mall

Venture off the National Mall to these knowledge centers for a uniqu...

Inside National Museum of African American History and Culture
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Ways to Celebrate African American History & Culture in Washington, DC

Honor the Black experience at these museums, memorials and more thro...

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Grab A Seat: Washington, DC’s Theaters Are Must-See Attractions

Why Washington, DC's performing arts scene is in a class of its own

Grandfather of Go-Go Chuck Brown Mural by Aniekan Udofia
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Keep on Groovin’: An Intro to Go-Go Music in Washington, DC

The official music of the city has a fascinating history, but its st...

A couple looks at a colorful painting at the Phillips Collection.
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2 Days of LGBTQ+ Culture & Arts in Washington, DC

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National Gallery of Art East Building - Museum on the National Mall - Washington, DC
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Discover the National Gallery of Art East Building in Washington, DC

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National Mall

National Museum of the American Indian

Visit the Smithsonian National Museum of the American Indian

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Capitol Hill

National Postal Museum

Smithsonian National Postal Museum

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Downtown

National Museum of Women in the Arts

First major museum in the world solely dedicated to championing women through the arts.

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Georgetown

Tudor Place Historic House & Garden

Tudor Place offers unique and intimate settings perfect for special occasions.

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Dupont Circle

Woodrow Wilson House

Dine intimately in the presidential Dining Room, enjoy cocktails throughout the main museum rooms or relax and unwind in the tranquil period garden.

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Brookland

Saint John Paul II National Shrine

Saint John Paul II National Shrine

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Virginia

George Washington's Mount Vernon

The iconic riverside estate of George Washington. Open daily, 365 days a year.

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Virginia

National Museum of the Marine Corps

Visit the National Museum of the Marine Corps: Enter and experience what it means to be a Marine.

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Adams Morgan

Shanklin Hall

Shanklin Hall 2325 is a non-membership required social club centered at the intersection of community, creativity, and wellness.

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Capitol Hill

Hill Center at the Old Naval Hospital

Hill Center aims to broaden the horizons of all who enter by providing high-quality arts, education, and cultural programs to engage more fully in the life of our city.

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Penn Quarter & Chinatown

Shakespeare Theatre Company

Shakespeare Theatre Company

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Clara Barton Missing Soldiers Office Mus...

Clara Barton Missing Soldiers Office Museum

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National Mall

National Museum of Natural History

National Museum of Natural History

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Penn Quarter & Chinatown

National Building Museum

The National Building Museum is America's leading cultural institution devoted to the history and impact of the built environment.

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National Mall

Discovery Theater

Discovery Theater

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Anacostia

Anacostia Community Museum

Welcome to the Anacostia Community Museum

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Upcoming Cultural & Performing Art Events

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Sam Harris

Now - May 13, 2026

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The Great Gatsby - Musical

Now - May 24, 2026

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14

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Downtown

American Apparitions: A Psychogeographies Project

Now - Sep 30, 2026

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14

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Dupont Circle

Happy Hour at Residents

Now - Jun 08, 2027

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14

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Penn Quarter & Chinatown

"1776" at Ford's Theatre

Now - May 16, 2026

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14

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Downtown

The Great Gatsby - A New Musical

Now - May 24, 2026

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14

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Downtown

1776 - The Musical

Now - May 16, 2026

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14

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Downtown

Drunk Shakespeare

Now - Jun 07, 2026

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14

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Virginia

Pippin

Now - Jul 26, 2026

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May

14

2026

Southwest & The Wharf

The Motion

Now - Jun 14, 2026

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May

15

2026

Adams Morgan

Magic Night

May 15, 2026

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16

2026

Georgetown

The Magic Duel at The Glover Park Hotel Georgetown

May 16, 2026 - May 30, 2026

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Penn Quarter & Chinatown

The Magic Duel in Penn Quarter & Chinatown

May 16, 2026 - Jun 27, 2026

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2026

Georgetown

River Club Brunch

May 16, 2026 - May 07, 2028

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2026

Foggy Bottom

Washington Magic at The Arts Club of Washington

May 16, 2026

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16

2026

Maryland

Comedy Shows Near Me - Arundel Mills

May 16, 2026 - Apr 15, 2028

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2026

Penn Quarter & Chinatown

Othello

May 19, 2026 - Jun 21, 2026

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2026

Downtown

National Symphony Orchestra at The Kennedy Center

May 20, 2026 - Jun 21, 2026

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2026

Downtown

"DC's Must See Magic Show"

May 23, 2026

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2026

Downtown

National Scrollathon

May 26, 2026 - Sep 07, 2026

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