2026 A Capitol Fourth Concert Information July 3, 2026 Update Due to the excessive heat, the public gates for tonight’s (July 3) A Capitol Fourth Concert at the U.S. Capitol will now open at 7:00 p.m. The concert still starts at 8:00 p.m. The National Weather Service is forecasting extreme heat with temperatures exceeding 100 degrees. To ensure a safe concert, […]
Salute to America Celebration and Fireworks, 4th of July and A Capitol Fourth
Special Events and Information for the 4th of July and America’s 250th Birthday Celebrations in Washington, DC FIFA World Cup 2026™ Fan Zone Washington D.C On The National MallJune 11 – July 16, 2026Washington, DC, between 4th Street and 3rd Street.A celebration of competition, community, and the American spirit on the National Mall. As the […]
Events at George Washington’s Mount Vernon
Upcoming Events at Mount Vernon Estate & Gardens An American Celebration: July 4July 4, 2026, 9am – 5pmIncluded in General AdmissionCelebrate America’s 250th anniversary at Mount Vernon! Watch made-for-daytime fireworks and witness a naturalization ceremony in which people from across the world become U.S. citizens.More information… Whiskey TastingSaturdays in June & SeptemberIncludes Mount Vernon Admission […]
Events and Programs at Tudor Place
Events and Programs at Tudor Place Historic House and Garden in Washington DC Events Celebrate America 250 at Tudor PlaceJuly 511:30 am – 4:00 pmTudor Place invites you to enjoy the garden and view our America 250 exhibit, “Founding Fortunes: The Estate Sale of Martha Washington” on Sunday, July 5. The 5 1/2 acre garden […]
Mayor Bowser and Public Safety Officials Detail Fourth of July Public Safety Preparations, Outline Resources for Residents and Visitors
Monday, June 29, 2026 Press Release: “As the District Approaches Several Days of Celebrations and Extreme Heat, to Plan Ahead, Have Patience, Use Public Transportation, and Sign Up for Alerts Mayor Urges the Community (Washington, DC)– Today, Mayor Muriel Bowser, District public safety officials and federal partners provided an overview of preparations and resources for this year’s Fourth of […]
Interior Department Opens Transformational Lincoln Memorial Undercroft Museum
June 25, 2026 press release from the Department of the Interior: WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Department of the Interior today celebrated the opening of the new Lincoln Memorial Undercroft Museum, unveiling a 15,000-square-foot immersive museum beneath one of the nation’s most iconic memorials. Secretary of the Interior Doug Burgum joined the National Park Service, National Park […]
Memorial Day Events in Washington DC
Memorial Day is a national holiday to honor the service of our military men and women, and those who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. In Washington, DC there are several wreath-laying ceremonies and other events in honor of these veterans. Wreath-Laying Ceremonies Arlington National Cemetery The U.S. Army Military District of Washington will conduct […]
Programs at the Smithsonian American Art Museum and Renwick Gallery
Programs at the Smithsonian American Art Museum and Renwick Gallery in Washington DC Join the Smithsonian American Art Museum for upcoming programs. Please see each program listing for details; registration details are available on our Calendar of Events. Programs are free and open to the public unless otherwise noted. October 2025 Programs Handi-hour Thursday, October 16, […]
Summer Extended Hours at the National Children’s Museum
June 19 – September 1, 2025 More time to play is coming your way! Keep your little learners engaged all summer long with seasonal STEAM learning experiences at National Children’s Museum. Enjoy two bonus hours of playtime every Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Summer schedule Between June 19 and September 1, our hours of operation […]
Exhibits and Programs at the National Gallery of Art
Exhibits and Programs at the National Gallery of Art in Washington DC The National Gallery of Art Open daily from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Admission is always free. Passes are not required. Bring the whole family to explore exhibitions currently on view and grab coffee beverages from the newly redesigned Garden Café. Viewing from home? Enjoy […]