Discover the best things to do in Washington, DC, from events happening right now to annual festivals and so much more.
Mar
2026
Downtown
DAR Museum
Mar 01, 2026 - Jan 01, 2027
From Outrage to War: The Path to Independence
Penn Quarter & Chinatown
National Portrait Gallery
Mar 06, 2026 - Jan 10, 2027
Red Star Draws Inspiration from Smithsonian Collections for New Creations
May
National Mall
May 23, 2026 - May 25, 2026
Honoring Heroes: Celebrate Memorial Day and America's 250th Anniversary
John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts
May 26, 2026 - Sep 07, 2026
Celebrate 250 Years of American Stories at the Kennedy Center
Jun
National Gallery of Art
Jun 06, 2026
National Gallery of Art Unveils Epic Public Program with Art, Music, and More
Jun 18, 2026 - Jul 12, 2026
Celebrating America's Diverse Cultural Heritage on the National Mall
Jul
National Geographic Museum of Exploration
Jul 01, 2026 - Apr 03, 2027
Join the Adventure: Explore Our Planet Like Never Before
Capitol Hill
National Air and Space Museum
Smithsonian’s National Air and Space Museum Set to Open New Galleries for 50th Anniversary