Discover the best things to do in Washington, DC, from events happening right now to annual festivals and so much more.
May
2026
Petworth
President Lincoln's Cottage
May 02, 2026 - May 03, 2026
Bourbon & Bluegrass, the Cottage’s biggest, most rollicking fundraising of the year, is back and better than ever!
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
Maryland
Strathmore
May 09, 2026
The Intersection Series pairs artists with contrasting viewpoints, bringing their distinct perspectives together in the Mansion Galleries.
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.
National Museum of American History
May 14, 2026 - Dec 31, 2027
Exploring Freedom: Historic Artifacts Showcase the Declaration of Independence
Visit Fairfax City
May 17, 2026
Asian Festival on Main
