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The New Pornographers have proven themselves one of the most excellent bands in indie rock, releasing nine studio albums including their classic debut Mass Romantic and their latest 2023’s Continue as a Guest.
Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band perform live. This is a rain or shine event.
Project Glow festival returns for the Fifth Year on May 30 + 31, 2026. Headliners include: Eric Prydz, Mau P, Excision B2B Sullivan King, Zeds Dead, Cassian, and Chasewest B2B Nicole Moudaber.
William Shakespeare's towering tragedy about the power of words to kill, directed by Simon Godwin and starring Wendell Pierce as Othello.
On the streets of Dublin, an Irish musician and a Czech immigrant are drawn together by their shared love of music. Performed by a dynamic actor-musician ensemble, this is the only show to feature music honored with an Academy Award, Grammy Award, Olivier Award, and Tony Award.
Meredith Willson's six-time, Tony Award-winning musical comedy The Music Man follows fast-talking traveling salesman, Harold Hill, as he cons the people of River City, Iowa, into buying instruments and uniforms for a boys' band that he vows to organize.
Almost twenty years after making their iconic turns as Miranda, Andy, Emily and Nigel—Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway, Emily Blunt and Stanley Tucci return to the sleek offices of Runway Magazine in the eagerly awaited sequel to the 2006 smash hit.
The Mandalorian and Grogu embark on their most thrilling mission yet in Lucasfilm’s “Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu,” an all-new Star Wars adventure.
Enjoy free outdoor movies Wednesday evenings on Transit Pier presented by Pacifico Beer. Movies begin at 7:30.
Catch the New York Mets playing against the Washington Nationals at Nationals Park.
Catch D.C. United as they play against CF Montréal at Audi Field. Tickets are available.
Catch the Washington Mystics as they take on the Los Angeles Sparks in an exciting basketball match.
Dulcé Sloan is one of the sharpest, fastest rising voices in comedy. She has been a correspondent on The Daily Show with Trevor Noah since 2017 and has starred in the action-comedy feature film Chick Fight.
"The African King of Comedy" was born in Ghana, got his start in the comedy clubs of Philadelphia, and became a breakout star thanks to his performance in the movie “Next Friday.” His sketch comedy and stand-up routines have been crushing audiences for years.
After seven years at Big Hunt, Underground Comedy has opened its own comedy club. Hotbed was made specifically for comedy. This fast-paced show will feature rapid-fire sets from 10-15 comics. Our upstairs bar opens at 7:00. Doors to the showroom open approximately 20 minutes before showtime.
Visitors can walk onto the floor of the Library’s magnificent Main Reading Room, set beneath a soaring dome. This new access offers all visitors the unique opportunity to experience the historic heart of the Library.
Public tours featuring highlights of The Kreeger Museum's permanent collection are offered every Friday at 2:00pm and Saturday at 11:30am and 2:00pm. Tours are 45 minutes in duration and are led by a Gallery Guide.
Join a guided tour of Glenstone's outdoor sculptures. The weekly tour departs from Richard Serra’s Sylvester.
The David M. Rubenstein Treasures Gallery offers visitors a window into the Library’s collections, where you can explore some of the fascinating and special items held by the Library.
The Kreeger Museum is pleased to present JOAN MIRÓ From the Kreeger Collection, May 23 - August 29, 2026. The Kreeger’s complete collection of works by Joan Miró will be on view, including The Mallorca Suite Makemono, and El Vol de l’Alosa (The Flight of the Lark).
Hear directly from Eric Celarier, the artist behind the exhibition "Days of Future Past", on display in The DC Arts Center's Main Gallery. This engaging conversation, hosted by Curator Jerry Truong, offers a unique opportunity to ask questions and gain deeper insight into the works on display.
Each and every Thursday night the one and only Xavier, of Xavier Entertainment takes over our heated rooftop! FEATURING LIVE DJ’S PLAYING THE BEST HIP-HOP & R&B, THE BEST DRINK SPECIALS IN THE CITY, FOOD MADE TO ORDER & MORE!!!
DJ D from Belt it Out Productions is back and ready to take over the Jammin Java stage once again to deliver a special curated DJ set of the most memorable dance party sounds of Depeche Mode, The Cure, New Order, and Duran Duran.
A dance party inspired by ABBA, featuring Gimme Gimme Disco.
Experience Capoeira—the Afro-Brazilian martial art that incorporates dance, acrobatics, and music! All ages, pay-what-you-wish starting at $5.
In this outdoor art workshop, sound & visual artist Jeneen Piccuirro will use crystal bowls to bring us into a meditative state and guide us through a neurographic art making process. All skill levels welcome!
Join us every Saturday for salsa classes covering Rueda de Casino, from new beginners to very advanced levels. No partner needed, just show up and pay in class.
Find tranquility and peace during a meditation session held within the galleries of The Kreeger Museum.
Yogic Movement, Meditation and Breathwork centered in the Divine Feminine. Here we explore the energy centers or chakras as a way to heal our bodies, minds and spirits. All levels are welcome to join us.
Start your Friday with a rejuvenating yoga session led by Erinn Heffes, focusing on flexibility, strength, and mindfulness.
The Source is a new experiential gallery at the Library of Congress designed especially for and with youth! This active and participatory 4,000 square-foot space welcomes visitors—particularly kids ages 8-15 with their families and school groups—to discover, connect, and make meaning while doing research and exploring digitized and replica materials from the Library’s rich primary source collections.
The Cardinal Drama Players proudly present Frozen JR., the enchanting modern classic from Disney brought to life by our talented student performers.
Young artists ages 3-5 and an adult companion are invited to spark their imagination as they explore the paintings, sculpture, and architecture of The Kreeger Museum. This program will include a museum tour, story time, and a hands-on art making experience.