Discover the best things to do in Washington, DC, from events happening right now to annual festivals and so much more.
Nov
2025
Downtown
Clara Barton Missing Soldiers Office Museum
Nov 15, 2025
Exploring the Multifaceted Realities of War: A Talk by Dr. Stephen A. Goldman
Dec
DAR Museum
Dec 09, 2025
Free virtual lecture at DAR Museum
Mar
2026
Capitol Hill
National Museum of American History
Mar 01, 2026 - Jul 06, 2027
Exploring Freedom: Historic Artifacts Showcase the Declaration of Independence
Mar 01, 2026 - Jan 01, 2027
From Outrage to War: The Path to Independence
Penn Quarter & Chinatown
National Portrait Gallery
Mar 06, 2026 - Jan 10, 2027
Red Star Draws Inspiration from Smithsonian Collections for New Creations
Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company
Mar 24, 2026 - Apr 12, 2026
Sasha Velour's electrifying brand-new show
May
National Mall
National Air and Space Museum
May 02, 2026 - May 01, 2027
Get to know the night sky in this free, live planetarium show
May 15, 2026 - Feb 28, 2027
Milestone Exhibit at National Portrait Gallery Showcases 50 Years of Iconic Photography
