Discover the best things to do in Washington, DC, from events happening right now to annual festivals and so much more.
Dec
2025
Penn Quarter & Chinatown
Ford's Theatre
Now - Dec 31, 2025
Experience the Magic of Christmas with Ford's Theatre: A Musical Journey of Scrooge's Redemption
Virginia
Signature Theatre
Now - Jan 25, 2026
The iconic musical gorgeously staged like never before in Signature’s intimate setting and directed by Joe Calarco (Jesus Christ Superstar, Gypsy).
Now - Feb 01, 2026
A witty, vivacious and charming new musical based on an overlooked twentieth century female artist.
Capitol Hill
Folger Shakespeare Library
Now - Jan 04, 2026
Celebrate the season with a month-long winter festival at the Folger.
Shaw
9:30 Club
Dec 31, 2025
New Year's Eve at the Club!
Southwest & The Wharf
The Anthem
New Year's Eve at The Anthem
Jan
2026
Foggy Bottom
John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts
Jan 01, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026
Celebrating American Talent: Free Performances from Every Corner of the Nation
Mount Vernon Square
Celebrating American Arts: Kennedy Center's 2026 Lineup Highlights Choreography, Opera, and Community Sounds
