Discover the best things to do in Washington, DC, from events happening right now to annual festivals and so much more.
May
2026
Downtown
Now - May 12, 2026
Dr. Emily Sneff: When the Declaration of Independence Was News
Penn Quarter & Chinatown
Penn Social
Professor Welt will look at the relationship between bad dreams and celebrated innovations and creative accomplishments.
Georgetown
Tudor Place Historic House & Garden
Explore the way that national commemorations help to clarify, crystalize and accelerate emergent trends in historical engagement.
Foggy Bottom
Arts Club of Washington
First Draft Reading supporting the future of American theater
Adams Morgan
Now - Jul 01, 2027
Stand-Up Comedy Shows Produced by CatFish Comedy, the funniest comedy show production in Washington DC.
Mount Vernon Square
May 13, 2026 - May 27, 2026
Enjoy free weekly workouts guided by instructors from Mount Vernon Triangle fitness studios every Wednesday in May!
Southwest & The Wharf
International Spy Museum
May 13, 2026
Spy Chat with Chris Costa Special Guest: Elliot Ackerman
