Things to Do in DC This Weekend (Aug 7–9)

America 250 Scavenger Hunt

Come search for America‑themed pictures all around the Bellevue Library Children's Room! Find them all and win a small prize.

Castle Docent Tours

Join us for an outdoor tour of the first two buildings in the Smithsonian Institution, the Smithsonian Castle and the Arts & Industries Building! Meet one of our volunteer docents by the sign outside of the north doors of the Castle, on Jefferson Drive, SW. Tours subject to volun

English Conversation Club

Want to improve your English language speaking skills? Want to practice speaking English in a comfortable group setting?

From Frustration to Flow: Harnessing Wet Techniques in Watercolor

Wet techniques are more than a method-they're a mindset, inviting you to embrace spontaneity and let go of precision. Through guided practice, learn when and how to use wet techniques to create an array of effects in your watercolor practice.

Gunboat Philadelphia: Save the Revolution! Virtual Reality Experience

Step back to 1776 in stunning virtual reality! Experience Gunboat Philadelphia: Save the Revolution! , where you'll discover how thousands of Patriots worked together to thwart a British invasion.

Wonderplace

This learning space designed especially for children ages six and under combines age appropriate activities with museum collections and touchable objects to provide a gateway to history and a place to exercise curiosity for the youngest historians. Admission to Wonderplace is on

Spark!Lab

Spark!Lab is where museum visitors become inventors. The Lemelson Center for the Study of Invention and Innovation invites children between the ages of 6 and 12 to create, collaborate, explore, test, experiment and invent. Activities for children and families incorporate traditio

Interactive Programs

Docents offer interactive programming throughout the museum, in the form of Highlights tours of the museum, gallery spotlight talks, and hands-on cart programs. Tours of the museum's highlights generally take place daily at 10:15 AM and 1 PM. Additional tours may be offered on th

Toby's Dinner Theatre Presents: Mean Girls

Tuesday through Saturday Evening: Doors open at 6:00pm, Show starts at 8:00pm. Sunday Evening: Doors open at 5:00pm, Show starts at 7:00pm. Wednesday Matinee & Sunday Brunch: Doors open at 10:30am, Show starts at 12:30pm. Self-Served Buffet…

Castle Docent Tours

Join us for an outdoor tour of the first two buildings in the Smithsonian Institution, the Smithsonian Castle and the Arts & Industries Building! Meet one of our volunteer docents by the sign outside of the north doors of the Castle, on Jefferson Drive, SW. Tours subject to volun

Circus Vazquez - Tysons, VA

Circus Vazquez: NFCR Fundraising (Friday-Sunday)

SHOUT

Join our ensemble of performers as they sing, dance, and teach through storytelling. Learn about the ring shout-a powerful practice blending song and rhythmic movement created by enslaved communities in the 1700s and 1800s. They combined various religious practices of Europe and

Ocean Topics Cart Chat

Looking for a deeper dive into ocean topics? Come and find one of our Ocean Educators to explore some of the latest discoveries in marine science, stationed at an interactive cart in the Sant Ocean Hall. Image Credit: Phillip R. Lee, Smithsonian Institution

Chair Yoga

Would you like to gain strength, flexibility, and balance physically while encouraging relaxation and meditation mentally?

NY | Story Time

Families are invited to an interactive story time featuring a children's book by a Native author, illustrator, or created in collaboration with an Indigenous community. They will have the opportunity to engage with objects from the museum's teaching collection, such as photograph

NY | Story Time

Families are invited to an interactive story time featuring a children's book by a Native author, illustrator, or created in collaboration with an Indigenous community. They will have the opportunity to engage with objects from the museum's teaching collection, such as photograph

Meet the Wheelwoman

Meet a cyclist pursuing Life, Liberty, and Happiness in the rapidly changing world of the 1890s. The explosive popularity of the safety bicycle at the turn of the century led to more personal mobility and independence for women, empowering them to advocate for change-whether it b

Highlights Tour

Look for our friendly volunteer at the Information Desk for a 45-minute tour of the highlights of the museum.

Tours | Arts of Japan

As the seasons change, enjoy a free, hour-long guided tour of the museum's renowned collection of Japanese art. Experience a variety of artworks, including paintings, prints, screens, ceramics, metalwork, and more. Trees, Master of I-nen Seal (1600-1630), Japan, mid-17th century,

Washington Nationals vs Cincinnati Reds: Kids Lunch Box

LEGO Builders

Build and play!

Castle Docent Tours

Join us for an outdoor tour of the first two buildings in the Smithsonian Institution, the Smithsonian Castle and the Arts & Industries Building! Meet one of our volunteer docents by the sign outside of the north doors of the Castle, on Jefferson Drive, SW. Tours subject to volun

Sewing with Momma T

Sewing classes for beginners.

Art Studio

Calling all artists! Join the Portrait Gallery for a free, drop-in art program, where creativity knows no bounds. Every weekend, visitors of all ages are invited to explore a different artistic medium while drawing inspiration from the Portrait Gallery's collections and exhibitio

Sewing with Momma Dee

Sewing classes for beginners.

SHOUT

Join our ensemble of performers as they sing, dance, and teach through storytelling. Learn about the ring shout-a powerful practice blending song and rhythmic movement created by enslaved communities in the 1700s and 1800s. They combined various religious practices of Europe and

Adult Melt and Pour Soap Making

Create your own unique bar of soap to take home.

Permanent Collection Tour

The National Museum of Asian Art has over 46,000 artworks from across Asia. Enjoy some of the finest on a docent-led tour and learn about commonalities and differences in cultures, aesthetics, and ideas.

Chesapeake Baysox vs. Harrisburg Senators

Sewing With Mama T

Learn the basics of sewing. Make it and take it home.

Meet the Wheelwoman

Meet a cyclist pursuing Life, Liberty, and Happiness in the rapidly changing world of the 1890s. The explosive popularity of the safety bicycle at the turn of the century led to more personal mobility and independence for women, empowering them to advocate for change-whether it b

Circus Vazquez: NFCR Fundraising (Friday-Sunday)

Tours | Arts Across Asia

Enjoy a guided tour of our East Building and its range of exhibitions. These tours can feature art from any of the exhibitions currently on view, with works from cultures as diverse as ancient Iran to contemporary Japan. Please meet at the East Building, B1 Lobby for the tour. Im

Face/Off

Director John Woo left Hong Kong for Hollywood in 1993, bringing his signature style to a string of action movies, none more over the top than this one. John Travolta plays Sean Archer, an FBI agent obsessed with bringing terrorist-for-hire Castor Troy (Nicolas Cage) to justice.

Circus Vazquez - Tysons, VA

SHOUT

Join our ensemble of performers as they sing, dance, and teach through storytelling. Learn about the ring shout-a powerful practice blending song and rhythmic movement created by enslaved communities in the 1700s and 1800s. They combined various religious practices of Europe and

NY | Story Time

Families are invited to an interactive story time featuring a children's book by a Native author, illustrator, or created in collaboration with an Indigenous community. They will have the opportunity to engage with objects from the museum's teaching collection, such as photograph

NY | Story Time

Families are invited to an interactive story time featuring a children's book by a Native author, illustrator, or created in collaboration with an Indigenous community. They will have the opportunity to engage with objects from the museum's teaching collection, such as photograph

Meet the Wheelwoman

Meet a cyclist pursuing Life, Liberty, and Happiness in the rapidly changing world of the 1890s. The explosive popularity of the safety bicycle at the turn of the century led to more personal mobility and independence for women, empowering them to advocate for change-whether it b

Printing Press Demonstration

In the years leading up to the Revolution, cartoons, newspapers, broadsides, and pamphlets created by patriots like Benjamin Franklin, Paul Revere, and Thomas Paine helped unsettle American loyalty to King George III and fueled the colonial Americans' desire for independence. Sto

Castle Docent Tours

Join us for an outdoor tour of the first two buildings in the Smithsonian Institution, the Smithsonian Castle and the Arts & Industries Building! Meet one of our volunteer docents by the sign outside of the north doors of the Castle, on Jefferson Drive, SW. Tours subject to volun

Mystics vs. Phoenix Mercury (Pax's Birthday Bash)

Capital One offers: www.capitalonearena.com/cardholderbenefits NO BAGS. For VIP, hospitality, or group tickets, please call 1-877-DC-HOOP1.

Spotlight Talk: Vishnu's Cosmic Ocean

Catch a twenty-minute gallery talk about the largest bronze ever cast in Southeast Asia in Vishnu's Cosmic Ocean . At nearly twenty feet, this newly conserved sculpture depicts Vishnu dreaming the universe into existence. Delve into its original context in ancient Angkor and the

Permanent Collection Tour

The National Museum of Asian Art has over 46,000 artworks from across Asia. Enjoy some of the finest on a docent-led tour and learn about commonalities and differences in cultures, aesthetics, and ideas.

A Study in Form: Asawa, Noguchi & Frankenthaler

Dana Tai Soon Burgess Dance Company (DTSBDC) triumphantly returns to the National Portrait Gallery with three visually arresting dances that celebrate iconic American artists Ruth Asawa, Isamu Noguchi and Helen Frankenthaler. The acclaimed dance company presents the world premier

Circus Vazquez - Tysons, VA

Drunk Shakespeare: Drunk Pirates (21+ Event)

Toby's Dinner Theatre Presents: Mean Girls

Tuesday through Saturday Evening: Doors open at 6:00pm, Show starts at 8:00pm. Sunday Evening: Doors open at 5:00pm, Show starts at 7:00pm. Wednesday Matinee & Sunday Brunch: Doors open at 10:30am, Show starts at 12:30pm. Self-Served Buffet…

Circus Vazquez: NFCR Fundraising (Friday-Sunday)

Royal Coda

Originally scheduled for August 8, 2026 7:00 PM Previously purchased tickets will be honored for the new date.

Noname

Cedric the Entertainer

Fearless Club At CFG Bank Arena - Bryan Adams

Enhance your night with exclusive access to the Fearless Club at CFG Bank Arena. Enter through a dedicated VIP entrance and enjoy early access 1 hour before doors, bypassing lobby crowds. JOIN THE PRE-SHOW PARTY HOUR during this first hour…

An Evening with Hot Tuna - Acoustic

Will Call may be picked up at the Box Office as early as 5pm the night of the show.

The NINETEEN 62 at CFG Bank Arena - Bryan Adams

Enhance your night with EXCLUSIVE access to the NINETEEN 62, the ultimate Club VIP Experience at CFG Bank Arena, including: Exclusive VIP entry into the NINETEEN 62 Club. Your Lounge Luxury experience continues with: Private bar access, Exc…

Bryan Adams: Roll with the Punches w/ guest Pat Benatar & Neil Giraldo

Loe Shimmy - Pretty Girls Run the World Tour

This is a General Admission-Standing Room Only Event with Reserved Seating in the Balcony. This show is for All Ages. All support acts are subject to change without notice. Doors for this event open at 7:00PM. Show starts at 8:00PM. For Pre…

BTS Army Night : Pre-Concert Party