Discover the best things to do in Washington, DC, from events happening right now to annual festivals and so much more.
Nov
2026
National Mall
National Gallery of Art
Now - Jan 01, 2027
National Gallery of Art Celebrates 250 Years of America with Special Exhibitions
Southwest & The Wharf
Museum of the Bible
Now - Dec 31, 2026
Explore the oldest Christian church known in the world in this groundbreaking exhibit.
Capitol Hill
National Air and Space Museum
Now - Dec 31, 2027
Smithsonian’s National Air and Space Museum Set to Open New Galleries for 50th Anniversary
Downtown
National Archives Museum
Now - Apr 27, 2028
Skip the line at the Archives and walk straight to the most important documents in American history.
National Museum of American History
Exploring Freedom: Historic Artifacts Showcase the Declaration of Independence
Georgetown
CUT D.C. by Wolfgang Puck
Nov 14, 2026 - Dec 27, 2026
Afternoon Tea at CUT D.C.
Now - Dec 19, 2026
Use a filtered telescope to observe the Sun safely.
Opaline
Nov 14, 2026 - Nov 11, 2028
Discover a meeting of French elegance and Washington history at Opaline’s First Ladies Afternoon Tea