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MILESTONE EVENTS & FESTIVALS

Celebrations in Honor of America’s 250th Anniversary

There’s only one DC … and only one place to celebrate the biggest U.S. birthday yet.

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Catch These Limited-Time America 250 Events & Experiences in Washington, DC

The nation’s capital is the best place to celebrate the nation's monumental birthday throughout the year

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Can't-Miss Summer Events & Festivals in Washington, DC

Washington, DC never lacks for can't-miss events and warm-weather festivals. In fact, there are so many amazing choices that it can be tough to figure out which to attend. No worries – we’ve got you covered with some of the season’s biggest events and festivals that are perfect for having the best summer ever. Make sure to check out our things to do this week, weekend and month as well.

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Fall 2026 Events & Festivals You Don’t Want to Miss in Washington, DC

The fun only picks up as summer turns to fall in the District. The city’s calendar stays packed with day and weekend-long events. This lineup showcases food, music, culture and history, and many are free to attend. Explore some of the highlights and plan a spectacular season in Washington, DC.

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MILESTONE EVENTS & FESTIVALS

Celebrations in Honor of America’s 250th Anniversary

There’s only one DC … and only one place to celebrate the biggest U.S. birthday yet.

READ ARTICLE

Catch These Limited-Time America 250 Events & Experiences in Washington, DC

The nation’s capital is the best place to celebrate the nation's monumental birthday throughout the year

READ ARTICLE

Can't-Miss Summer Events & Festivals in Washington, DC

Washington, DC never lacks for can't-miss events and warm-weather festivals. In fact, there are so many amazing choices that it can be tough to figure out which to attend. No worries – we’ve got you covered with some of the season’s biggest events and festivals that are perfect for having the best summer ever. Make sure to check out our things to do this week, weekend and month as well.

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Fall 2026 Events & Festivals You Don’t Want to Miss in Washington, DC

The fun only picks up as summer turns to fall in the District. The city’s calendar stays packed with day and weekend-long events. This lineup showcases food, music, culture and history, and many are free to attend. Explore some of the highlights and plan a spectacular season in Washington, DC.

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May

03

2025

The Sky Tonight: Live Planetarium Show

Now - May 02, 2026

Get to know the night sky in this free, live planetarium show

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Oct

01

2026

19th Amendment & Emancipation Proclamati...

National Archives Museum

Now - Jan 26, 2027

National Archives to Permanently Showcase 19th Amendment and Emancipation Proclamation

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Oct

01

2026

Special Exhibitions and Installations

National Gallery of Art

Now - Jan 01, 2027

National Gallery of Art Celebrates 250 Years of America with Special Exhibitions

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Oct

01

2026

The American Story

National Archives Museum

Now - Mar 31, 2028

An Immersive History Experience Like No Other

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Oct

01

2026

The Original Historic Georgetown Walking...

DC by Foot

Now - Oct 30, 2027

Stroll Through Time on the Historic Georgetown Walking Tour

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Oct

01

2026

America's 250th Passport at Fairfax Muse...

Fairfax City Tourism

Now - Dec 31, 2026

America's 250th Passport at Fairfax Museum and Visitor Center

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Oct

01

2026

Our Nation on the Millennium Stage

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

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Nov

11

2026

Veterans Day

National Mall

Nov 11, 2026

National Mall to Expand Visitor Programming with New Historical Events

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