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 […]
Washington DC Events
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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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
Programs and Events at President Lincoln’s Cottage
Programs at President Lincoln’s Cottage in Washington DC Two Faces Comedy 2024 Wednesday, September 25 (insomnia) Wednesday, October 16 (small town roots) Tuesday, November 13 (stages of life) 7:30 pm – 9:00 pmOur 2024 Two Faces Comedy series, inspired by Lincoln’s legendary humor, is shaping up to an Abe-solute delight! Created in partnership with our friends at the DC Improv, each […]
Programming at the National Museum of African American History and Culture
Afrofuturism and HBCUs Highlight October Programming at the National Museum of African American History and Culture The Smithsonian’s National Museum of African American History and Culture (NMAAHC) celebrates Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and the “Afrofuturism: A History of Black Futures” exhibition series in October. Throughout the month, visitors can participate in Afrofuturism-themed programs, activities […]
Veterans Day Events in Washington DC
Veterans Day is a national holiday to honor Veterans of the armed forces of the United States. In Washington, DC there are several wreath-laying ceremonies and other events in honor of these veterans. Wreath-Laying Ceremonies Arlington National Cemetery November 11 11:00 am Veterans Day wreath-laying at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. More information… Vietnam Veterans Memorial November 11 […]
International Spy Museum Upcoming Events
Upcoming Events SpyCast Baseball & Espionage Calling all Washington Nationals fans – in case you missed it, SpyCast, the Spy Museum’s podcast, put out a special episode featuring World Series Champion Ryan Zimmerman. Listen ——————— 16th Annual Parade of Trabants Saturday, November 5, 2022 Celebrating the anniversary of the fall of the Berlin Wall, we’re hosting […]