Experience the dazzling musical 'Moulin Rouge' at the Kennedy Center Opera House.
HONNE is an alt-pop duo known for their emotionally driven songwriting and distinctive blend of warmth, intimacy, and modern production. A stripped back and intimate evening celebrating songs from the Warm On A Cold Night and Love Me / Love Me Not albums.
Amyl and The Sniffers have had a monster year, destroying the main stages of European summer festivals, supporting Turnstile on their recent sold-out US run, and selling out their own headline tours in the US, UK and Europe. Their recent 2025 North American tour marked a huge moment for the band as they brought their raw energy across more than 20 cities in the U.S. and Canada. Now they return in 2026 for some of their biggest shows yet.
This series rounds up a wide range of recent digital restorations of screen classics. Here is your chance to see them back on the big screen and looking better than they have in years, thanks to the efforts of dedicated film archivists and specialty distributors.
Hayao Miyazaki's latest masterpiece, rated 100% Fresh on Rotten Tomatoes, is an official TIFF and NYFF selection. The film follows a teenage boy's psychological development after he enters a magical world with a talking grey heron.
Holly Humberstone, a BRIT Rising Star winner and Top 3 debut album artist, brings her 'Cruel World North American Tour' to the 9:30 Club. Her music, known for lucid storytelling and soaring choruses, resonates with a worldwide community of fans.
William Shakespeare's towering tragedy about the power of words to kill, directed by Simon Godwin. Runtime: Approximately 2 hours and 45 minutes, with a 15-minute intermission.
William Shakespeare's towering tragedy about the power of words to kill, directed by Simon Godwin and starring Wendell Pierce as Othello and Ben Turner as Iago.
This display features highlights from the Stephen Sondheim collection, including lyrics and music from his musicals "Into the Woods," "Sunday in the Park with George," "Merrily We Roll Along," "Sweeney Todd" and "A Little Night Music."
This conference brings together legislators, business leaders, policy experts, and civil society actors to shape a forward-looking, cooperative agenda for the U.S.-Mexico border region.
This exhibition explores the lives and legacies of George Washington and King George III of Britain during America’s war for independence, bringing their papers together for the first time.
A conversation with Matthew Campbell and Peter Bergen with Tess Davis about "The Man Who Stole the Gods: A True Story of War, Obsession, and a Global Art Conspiracy". Lunch will be provided for in-person attendees.
SXMURAI SPLECK featuring Kwajo, Jay Irvine, SH1NOB1, and S4MURAI JXCK at Jammin' Java. Doors open at 6:30 pm, show starts at 7:30 pm.
Join us the fist and third Wednesday of every month for costume Karaoke at the Bus Bar!
Screening and discussion of Emilia Pérez at BlackRock Center for the Arts! Lights, camera, action... discuss! Welcome to Reel Talk , BlackRock’s new film series! Join us twice a month for film screenings followed by a facilitated discussion.
Tommy Prine is a Nashville-bred songwriter carving out his own identity with unflinching honesty, dynamic guitar work, and a voice that bridges Americana, indie folk, and Southern storytelling. Brad Goodall is a West Virginia songwriter and piano bard known for his vivid storytelling.
Get ready for a feel-good movie night with a screening of Hairspray (2007), presented by Pacifico Beer. The outdoor movie is on Transit Pier at The Wharf beginning at 7:30pm.
The 2026 Congressional Baseball Game will be played at Nationals Park. Tickets are available for purchase online.
Yvette Segan is a comedian, actor, writer, and producer who performs standup all over the globe, most notably at New York Comedy Festival and Top Secret in London.
After years of swiping, a permanently single, professionally neurotic stand-up finally meets Mr. Right – and then does everything wrong. This darkly comedic one-man show delves into the anxieties of modern life with razor-sharp wit.
ICK performs with Lagoon, Dissipate, and Hostile Minds at Pie Shop. Doors open at 7:30 pm, and the show starts at 8:00 pm.
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.
The Capitol Hill Jazz Jam (CHJJ) is a weekly jazz jam session held at Mr. Henry’s Restaurant in the Capitol Hill neighborhood of Washington D.C. every Wednesday from 8-11 PM.
A riveting portrait of journalism’s power – and peril – in an era of corporate control and political attacks on truth, profiling independent journalist Amy Goodman.
The Wednesday Night Showcase Features some of DC’s best up and coming comedians every week! BYOB. We do not serve food or alcohol, though there is a liquor store across the street and restaurants in the area. 21+ to enter. Seating is first come first serve.
This supernatural romance follows Anna after she escapes from her small, transphobic town and develops a romantic relationship with another young woman, a goth tattoo artist named Gen. After unwittingly unleashing a demon that begins feeding on their friends, the pair need to face their insecurities in order to defeat evil.
Lawmakers and reporters compete in the uproariously entertaining Press & Politicians Spelling Bee on Wednesday, June 10 in the National Press Club’s historic ballroom.
Discover the Library of Congress’s genealogy resources and learn how to uncover the stories, records and connections that bring your family history to life.
Schools and community groups can participate in a self-guided workshop in The Source during the summer by requesting a reservation for an available time slot Tuesday through Friday between 10:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m.
The Library of Congress welcomes visitors to join short, 5-minute walkthroughs around the center desk of the grand Main Reading Room.
This 90 minute, interactive workshop aims to empower staff at any level with introductory knowledge, resources, and insights to become accessibility advocates.
A 30-minute highlights tour of the President Woodrow Wilson House.
A one-hour general guided tour of the President Woodrow Wilson House.
This webinar showcases four organizations — Indy Reads, Knowledge Empowering Youth, READ Global and Richland County Public Library’s Education Studio — exemplifying new models for literacy promotion.
Provocative and timely documentaries that explore fascinating true-life stories. Screenings are held every other 2nd Wednesday, in February, April, June, August, October and December.
The Pocket's Open Mic Night is a vibrant community event that offers a welcoming space for budding musicians to showcase their talents and hone their skills, every Tuesday!
Join for a Punk Archive Processing Night at The People's Archive in the MLK Library. This event is for adults.
Experience the dazzling musical 'Moulin Rouge' at the Kennedy Center Opera House.
William Shakespeare's towering tragedy about the power of words to kill, directed by Simon Godwin. Runtime: Approximately 2 hours and 45 minutes, with a 15-minute intermission.
Hayao Miyazaki's latest masterpiece, rated 100% Fresh on Rotten Tomatoes, is an official TIFF and NYFF selection. The film follows a teenage boy's psychological development after he enters a magical world with a talking grey heron.
William Shakespeare's towering tragedy about the power of words to kill, directed by Simon Godwin and starring Wendell Pierce as Othello. Best Prices available for this performance.
Enjoy an evening of music, dancing, photo opportunities and themed activities inspired by 250 years of fashion in the Library's collections. Guests are invited to arrive in looks inspired by a favorite decade, style or aesthetic.
HARDY's COUNTRY! COUNTRY! tour is a return to his roots, featuring songs celebrating his youth and commenting on country music. Special guests include Tucker Wetmore and McCoy Moore.
Shakey Graves performs as part of the Fondness, Etc. Tour. This is a rain or shine event.
Shakey Graves, also known as Alejandro Rose-Garcia, celebrates the ten-year anniversary of his album "And The War Came" with a special tour. $1 per ticket goes to supporting Sweet Relief Musicians Fund.
This display features highlights from the Stephen Sondheim collection, including lyrics and music from his musicals "Into the Woods," "Sunday in the Park with George," "Merrily We Roll Along," "Sweeney Todd" and "A Little Night Music."
This exhibition explores the lives and legacies of George Washington and King George III of Britain during America’s war for independence, bringing their papers together for the first time.
Sip and stroll this summer of soccer and watch the Mexico vs. South Africa match! Begins at 3pm on Pearl Street.
Dr. Sam Potolicchio will lead a fireside conversation and audience Q/A on cultivating character, resilience under pressure, integrity, introspection and discipline with General Stanley McChrystal.
Join us for an after-hours experience that includes Spanish wine, tapas boards, live music, and a From the Archives gallery chat with Joanna Baker, Collection Manager. These Joan Miró works from the Kreeger Collection are on view for the first time in a decade.
Maddie Wiener is a stand-up comedian with a style described as “irreverent humor…with a streak of brazenness,” and “abrasive and likeable at the same time.” She made her Tonight Show starring Jimmy Fallon debut and has filmed stand-up sets for Comedy Central.
Characterized by No Depression as “the future of bluegrass”, Liam Purcell & Cane Mill Road twine innovation, tradition, and excellence into a unique musical experience. Liam Purcell has already established a name for himself in the world of American Stringband music.
Vundabar will take the celebration nationwide for their Gawk 10-Year Anniversary Tour, performing the album in its entirety, alongside fan favorites and new material. Expect a set that’s loud, raw, and joyfully unhinged.
Multi-platinum artist Orianthi, known for her electrifying stage presence and virtuosic guitar skills, will perform. She is a rock, blues, and pop guitarist and singer known for "According to You" and her role as Michael Jackson’s lead guitarist.
2x Emmy-winning comedian Jamie Lee brings her true crime-inspired hour My Friend Katy to the stage following its acclaimed debut at the 2025 Edinburgh Fringe. After the sudden, mysterious death of her best friend in 2004, Jamie spent 20 years trying to ignore the unanswered questions… until she launched an amateur investigation and turned the results into a hilarious, gripping, and deeply personal stand-up show.
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.
underscores, also known as April Harper Grey, is a Filipino-American artist from San Francisco. She started making music in middle school and has since opened for 100 gecs and played at major festivals. Umru will also be performing.
Couples Therapy is your scheduled appointment to laugh about relationships and single strife. The show is a hilarious round-table discussion featuring comics and willing audience members, led by coupling failure Rahmein Mostafavi.
After years of swiping, a permanently single, professionally neurotic stand-up finally meets Mr. Right – and then does everything wrong. This darkly comedic one-man show delves into the anxieties of modern life with razor-sharp wit.
En Route is a dynamic string ensemble that moves seamlessly through music of all kinds—old and new, in both expansive and intimate forms, and everything in between. Each performance is a carefully crafted journey, designed to stir emotions and tell stories.
The Darts, now based in Seattle, Washington, formed in 2016 with the goal of making great all-girl garage-rock noise. They will be performing with Teen Cobra.
Amber Wallin is a comedian, host, and storyteller based in LA, specializing in lifestyle, comedy, and parenting content. She has performed comedy at renowned venues such as The Comedy Store, Hollywood Improv, The Second City, and Flappers Comedy Club.
Sci-Fi Summer: An Air Force captain and a journalist must work together to stop a dangerous alien creature, discovered frozen beneath the ice, from killing the inhabitants of a military base in the Arctic.
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!!!
Adams Morgan Movie Nights is a beloved community tradition that brings neighbors and visitors together under the stars for outdoor film screenings. On June 11, the winning films from our third annual student-produced Set in DC Film Festival will be shown.
Catch Comedians from Netflix, Comedy Central, and HBO at Room 808! The Show is BYOB. Must be 21+ to enter.
The Center for a New American Security (CNAS) hosts its 2026 National Security Conference, focusing on new rules for forging the future.
The Youth Summit 2026, focusing on designing jobs for the digital age, with in-person and virtual attendance options.
This webinar will explore the intellectual sources and material processes that allowed the Declaration of Independence to be made over the course of twenty-three days in the summer of 1776.
A virtual discussion with civil society on the World Bank Group’s Metals and Minerals Strategy.
Schools and community groups can participate in a self-guided workshop in The Source during the summer by requesting a reservation for an available time slot Tuesday through Friday between 10:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m.
A tour focusing on the collections of the President Woodrow Wilson House.
Kazakh New Wave director Ardak Amirkulov’s THE FALL OF OTRAR is a hypnotic epic about one of world history’s crucial military battles. This victory marked the fearsome warrior’s first campaign beyond traditional Mongol territory — and the opening salvo to his near-complete domination of Central Asia and Eastern Europe.
A 30-minute highlights tour of the President Woodrow Wilson House.
A one-hour general guided tour of the President Woodrow Wilson House.
A hi-fi set, its tubes aglow through the speaker cloth. A wry delivery with a knowing wink to the listener -- or a torch song passionately wrought. Throw in a dash...
Experience the dazzling musical 'Moulin Rouge' at the Kennedy Center Opera House.
When the U.S. firebombing of Kobe leaves siblings Setsuko and Seita orphaned, they are forced to fend for themselves amid the chaos of the final days of World War II. Roger Ebert considered this delicate and devastating tale to be one of the greatest war films ever made.
The Sergio Mendes Band returns to celebrate 60 years of Brasil ’66 and the joyful legacy of Brazilian music, featuring Mendes's wife, Gracinha Leporace, as bandleader and lead singer. The band embodies Sergio's spirit, joy, and deep love for Brazilian music, bringing a renewed sense of celebration to every performance.