Discover the best things to do in Washington, DC, from events happening right now to annual festivals and so much more.
May
2026
Penn Quarter & Chinatown
Shakespeare Theatre Company
May 19, 2026 - Jun 21, 2026
Simon Godwin directs Wendell Pierce in Shakespeare's Towering Tragedy
Petworth
President Lincoln's Cottage
May 20, 2026
Join us for a moderated discussion with author Tom Zoellner about his latest book, "The Road Was Full Of Thorns".
Georgetown
Tudor Place Historic House & Garden
You're invited to the party of the season.
Downtown
DC Improv Comedy Club & Restaurant
The spring edition of DC's pun competition
May 21, 2026 - May 25, 2026
DC Improv debut
Virginia
Wolf Trap
May 21, 2026 - May 23, 2026
STING
National Archives Museum
May 21, 2026
Join us for the theatrical premiere of Apocalypse 45.
National Mall
May 23, 2026 - May 25, 2026
Honoring Heroes: Celebrate Memorial Day and America's 250th Anniversary
