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
Now - Jul 10, 2026
A Coast-to-Coast State Fair Like No Other
The Kreeger Museum
Now - Jul 11, 2026
Imar Lyman, Echo/Location: Exploring the Extra-Sensory
National Museum of American History
Now - Jul 31, 2026
Gunboat Philadelphia VR: “Gunboat Philadelphia: Save the Revolution!" Daily, 10 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Virginia
Fairfax City Tourism
Now - Dec 31, 2026
America's 250th Passport at Fairfax Museum and Visitor Center
Penn Quarter & Chinatown
National Portrait Gallery
Now - Jan 10, 2027
Red Star Draws Inspiration from Smithsonian Collections for New Creations
Georgetown
DC by Foot
Now - Oct 30, 2027
Stroll Through Time on the Historic Georgetown Walking Tour
National Aquarium
Now - Sep 26, 2026
Experience the Shark Catwalk!
Now - Jul 06, 2028
Restoring a Baltimore Icon of Change
