Free events and happenings going on now in the nation's capital.
Our end-of-the-week picks for Dec. 26-28, 2025
Check out this week's exciting lineup of events
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Jan
2026
Southwest & The Wharf
Philippe Chow DC
Now - Jan 24, 2027
Live Jazz and Fine Dining
Virginia
Visit Fairfax City
Jan 07, 2026 - Dec 07, 2026
Old Town Main Street Market - First Sundays
Feb
National Mall
Feb 16, 2026
Exploring U.S. History: Special Programs for George Washington's Birthday at the National Mall
International Spy Museum
Feb 24, 2026
From protecting President Lincoln to gathering intelligence for General McCllellan, the Pinkerton Agency gained an extraordinary reputation from their work during the Civil War. But who exactly was Pinkerton?
Mar
Capitol Hill
National Museum of American History
Mar 01, 2026 - Dec 28, 2027
Exploring Freedom: Historic Artifacts Showcase the Declaration of Independence
Penn Quarter & Chinatown
National Portrait Gallery
Mar 06, 2026 - Jan 10, 2027
Red Star Draws Inspiration from Smithsonian Collections for New Creations
Downtown
DAR Museum
Mar 27, 2026 - Jan 01, 2027
The Path to Independence
Apr
United States Botanic Garden
Apr 10, 2026 - Oct 01, 2026
America in Bloom: State & Territory Flowers on Display
