Discover the best things to do in Washington, DC, from events happening right now to annual festivals and so much more.
Mar
2026
Capitol Hill
National Museum of American History
Mar 01, 2026 - Dec 08, 2027
Exploring Freedom: Historic Artifacts Showcase the Declaration of Independence
Virginia
Signature Theatre
Mar 03, 2026 - Apr 12, 2026
An imaginative indie-rock musical by Guster’s Ryan Miller and Nick Blaemire (Soon, Glory Days) based on the film of the same name.
Penn Quarter & Chinatown
National Portrait Gallery
Mar 06, 2026 - Jan 10, 2027
Red Star Draws Inspiration from Smithsonian Collections for New Creations
Downtown
Walter E. Washington Convention Center
Mar 13, 2026 - Mar 15, 2026
Washington DC's premier pop culture convention!
National Mall
National Gallery of Art
Mar 14, 2026 - Sep 20, 2026
Dear America: Artists Explore the American Experience
Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company
Mar 24, 2026 - Apr 12, 2026
Sasha Velour's electrifying brand-new show
DAR Museum
Mar 27, 2026 - Jan 01, 2027
The Path to Independence
May
National Air and Space Museum
May 02, 2026 - May 01, 2027
Get to know the night sky in this free, live planetarium show