Discover the best things to do in Washington, DC, from events happening right now to annual festivals and so much more.
May
2026
Anacostia
CareFirst Arena
May 10, 2026
It's the Mother's Day Celebration...Soul of Gospel!
Virginia
Signature Theatre
May 12, 2026 - 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.
Georgetown
Tudor Place Historic House & Garden
May 12, 2026
Explore the way that national commemorations help to clarify, crystalize and accelerate emergent trends in historical engagement.
Penn Quarter & Chinatown
Penn Social
May 14, 2026
A night of real teenage cringe live on stage with Mortified DC.
Downtown
DC Improv Comedy Club & Restaurant
A DC Improv debut
May 15, 2026 - May 17, 2026
Stand-up and crowd work
National Mall
May 17, 2026
A National Moment of Reflection on the Mall
