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
National Portrait Gallery
Now - Aug 30, 2026
Portrait Gallery Unveils 35 Works from Top Artists in Outwin Boochever Competition
Now - Jan 10, 2027
Red Star Draws Inspiration from Smithsonian Collections for New Creations
Downtown
National Archives Museum
Now - May 18, 2028
An Immersive History Experience Like No Other
Virginia
Signature Theatre
Now - Jul 26, 2026
Stephen Schwartz’s (Godspell, Wicked) musical masterpiece of purpose, ambition, lust and glory sizzles for summer, thrillingly staged as only Matthew Gardiner can do.
Fairfax City Tourism
Now - Dec 31, 2026
America's 250th Passport at Fairfax Museum and Visitor Center
National Mall
DC by Foot
Now - Sep 02, 2027
Honor, History, and Heroes: Explore Arlington National Cemetery on Foot
Southwest & The Wharf
Museum of the Bible
Now - Sep 07, 2026
The Oldest Copies of the Bible Are Coming to Washington, DC
National Museum of American History
Now - Dec 31, 2027
Exploring Freedom: Historic Artifacts Showcase the Declaration of Independence
