Discover the best things to do in Washington, DC, from events happening right now to annual festivals and so much more.
Jan
2026
National Mall
National Gallery of Art
Now - Jan 01, 2027
National Gallery of Art Celebrates 250 Years of America with Special Exhibitions
Foggy Bottom
The John F. Kennedy Memorial Center for the Performing Arts
Now - Dec 31, 2026
Celebrating American Talent: Free Performances from Every Corner of the Nation
Downtown
Now - Jan 30, 2026
Experience Art Ave, September 2025 - January 2026
Dupont Circle
The Phillips Collection
Now - Feb 08, 2026
The Phillips Collection Presents: The 2025 James McLaughlin Staff Show
Anacostia
Now - Feb 19, 2026
Pioneering DC Artist Rik Freeman to Exhibits at Phillips@THEARC
Upper Northwest
Washington National Cathedral
Now - Jan 25, 2026
The Acclaimed Light and Sound Installation: January 15-24, 2026
National Archives Museum
Now - Jan 17, 2028
An Immersive History Experience Like No Other
Virginia
Visit Fairfax City
Now - Mar 09, 2026
Un/Bound Free Black Virginians, 1619-1865
