Discover the best things to do in Washington, DC, from events happening right now to annual festivals and so much more.
May
2026
Capitol Hill
Library of Congress
Now - May 14, 2026
Live! At the Library: "A Writing Marriage" by Lori Carlson-Hijuelos
Foggy Bottom
Arts Club of Washington
In the Writers Studio: the Critic. Eric Weiner hosts an evening featuring Holly Smith, Michael Dirda, Ron Charles, and Sean Murphy.
Penn Quarter & Chinatown
Penn Social
A night of real teenage cringe live on stage with Mortified DC.
Dupont Circle
Kramers
Now - May 11, 2028
Read and discuss edge-of-your-seat thrillers each month!
U Street
Bonne Vie Cafe & Bistro
Jazz and Martini Night at Bonne Vie Every Thursday
Downtown
DC Improv Comedy Club & Restaurant
A DC Improv debut
The Hamilton
May 15, 2026
The Fab Faux
Union Market District
May 15, 2026 - Oct 08, 2027
Union Market District Art Walks