Discover the best things to do in Washington, DC, from events happening right now to annual festivals and so much more.
May
2026
Foggy Bottom
Arts Club of Washington
May 16, 2026
Mandala Workshop
The Kreeger Museum
Ignite and inspire your creativity and remember what it feels like to play with color, line, shape and form. All skill levels welcome!
Now in its sixth year, this series supports and spotlights the wealth of musical talent in our metropolitan area.
Live Magic Right Before Your Eyes
Penn Quarter & Chinatown
Penn Social
Batter sizzles, beer foams, and canvas lines the walls from ceiling to floor as hundreds, sometimes thousands, of revelers indulge in endless pancakes.
Maryland
May 16, 2026 - Apr 15, 2028
Live Standup Comedy Near BWI
National Mall
May 17, 2026
A National Moment of Reflection on the Mall
National Museum of American History
The Smithsonian Chamber Music Society Presents: Three Centuries of Masterworks