Discover the best things to do in Washington, DC, from events happening right now to annual festivals and so much more.
May
2026
Downtown
DC Design Tours
Now - Dec 31, 2026
Explore the White House neighborhood and discover how architecture, politics, and urban design transformed Murder Bay into Americas Main Street.
Mount Vernon Square
National Building Museum
Now - Jan 01, 2027
Reimagining Cities: From Past to Future
Georgetown
DC by Foot
Now - Oct 30, 2027
Stroll Through Time on the Historic Georgetown Walking Tour
Maryland
National Aquarium
Now - Dec 27, 2026
VR: Flight of the Mantas
Renwick Gallery of the Smithsonian American Art Museum
Now - Sep 07, 2026
Growing American Craft: The Art, Spectacle, and Stories of State Fairs
Southwest & The Wharf
Nautiste
Now - Oct 31, 2026
Nautiste specializes in your special moments on the waterways.
Museum of the Bible
Explore the oldest Christian church known in the world in this groundbreaking exhibit.
Penn Quarter & Chinatown
National Portrait Gallery
Now - Jan 10, 2027
Red Star Draws Inspiration from Smithsonian Collections for New Creations
