Discover the best things to do in Washington, DC, from events happening right now to annual festivals and so much more.
Dec
2025
Virginia
Signature Theatre
Now - Jan 25, 2026
The iconic musical gorgeously staged like never before in Signature’s intimate setting and directed by Joe Calarco (Jesus Christ Superstar, Gypsy).
Now - Feb 01, 2026
A witty, vivacious and charming new musical based on an overlooked twentieth century female artist.
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
Downtown
DC by Foot
Dec 26, 2025 - Dec 28, 2025
National Christmas Tree & Holiday Lights Bus Tour
Capitol Hill
Folger Shakespeare Library
Now - Jan 04, 2026
Celebrate the season with a month-long winter festival at the Folger.
Penn Quarter & Chinatown
Shakespeare Theatre Company
Dec 26, 2025 - Jan 04, 2026
Classic American Musical for the Holidays
Petworth
Kraken Kourts And Skates
Dec 26, 2025
A High-Energy Neon Night of Pickleball, Skating & Music
