Discover the best things to do in Washington, DC, from events happening right now to annual festivals and so much more.
May
2026
Maryland
Strathmore
May 09, 2026
The Intersection Series pairs artists with contrasting viewpoints, bringing their distinct perspectives together in the Mansion Galleries.
Downtown
Clara Barton Missing Soldiers Office Museum
Lincoln in New England: In Search of His Forgotten Tours
Virginia
Signature Theatre
May 12, 2026 - Jul 26, 2026
Stephen Schwartz’s (Godspell, Wicked) musical masterpiece of purpose, ambition, lust and glory sizzles for summer, thrillingly staged as only Matthew Gardiner can do.
Georgetown
Tudor Place Historic House & Garden
May 12, 2026
Explore the way that national commemorations help to clarify, crystalize and accelerate emergent trends in historical engagement.
Visit Fairfax City
May 17, 2026
Asian Festival on Main
Petworth
President Lincoln's Cottage
May 20, 2026
Join us for a moderated discussion with author Tom Zoellner about his latest book, "The Road Was Full Of Thorns".
The John F. Kennedy Memorial Center for the Performing Arts
May 26, 2026 - Sep 07, 2026
Celebrate 250 Years of American Stories at the Kennedy Center
