Discover the best things to do in Washington, DC, from events happening right now to annual festivals and so much more.
Jul
2026
National Mall
National Museum of American History
Now - Oct 28, 2026
“Story Time” with DC Public Library
Jun
National Gallery of Art
Now - Jan 01, 2027
National Gallery of Art Celebrates 250 Years of America with Special Exhibitions
DC by Foot
Now - Sep 02, 2027
Honor, History, and Heroes: Explore Arlington National Cemetery on Foot
National Aquarium
Now - Sep 26, 2026
Experience the Shark Catwalk!
Capitol Hill
Folger Shakespeare Library
Now - Jul 05, 2026
Playwright and Broadway performer Jacob Ming-Trent stars in How Shakespeare Saved My Life at the Folger
Southwest & The Wharf
Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater
Now - Aug 09, 2026
Their Friendship. Their Story. Their Legacy.
Penn Quarter & Chinatown
National Portrait Gallery
Now - Aug 30, 2026
Portrait Gallery Unveils 35 Works from Top Artists in Outwin Boochever Competition
Downtown
National Children's Museum
Now - Sep 10, 2026
The world's most playful primate is swinging into National Children's Museum!
