Discover the best things to do in Washington, DC, from events happening right now to annual festivals and so much more.
Jun
2026
Southwest & The Wharf
Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater
Jun 12, 2026 - Aug 09, 2026
Their Friendship. Their Story. Their Legacy.
Virginia
Signature Theatre
Jun 16, 2026 - Jul 26, 2026
A beautiful and moving play about two siblings striving for connection over the course of a lifetime.
National Mall
Jun 28, 2026
The 34th Annual Giant National Capital BBQ Battle is more than just a food and music festival—it’s a Celebration of America.
Jul
Capitol Hill
National Air and Space Museum
Jul 01, 2026 - Nov 07, 2027
Smithsonian’s National Air and Space Museum Set to Open New Galleries for 50th Anniversary
Jul 04, 2026
National Park Service Plans Spectacular Celebration for America's 250th Birthday
Sep
DC Jazz Festival
Sep 02, 2026 - Sep 06, 2026
Experience the Magic of Jazz at the 2026 DC JazzFest
The Future of Jazz: America’s Next 250 Years
Sep 06, 2026
Celebrating 250 Years of America Through the Evolution of Jazz
