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Our end-of-the-week picks for Nov. 28-30, 2025
You won’t want to miss the District's signature events and festivals...
Dec
2025
National Mall
National Air and Space Museum
Dec 20, 2025
Get to know the night sky
Wunder Garten
Get ready to go Mad for Plaid!
Get plaid or go home!
Jan
2026
Dec 31, 2025
The countdown to 2026 starts HERE!
Foggy Bottom
John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts
Jan 01, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026
Celebrating American Talent: Free Performances from Every Corner of the Nation
Feb
Feb 16, 2026
Exploring U.S. History: Special Programs for George Washington's Birthday at the National Mall
Mar
Capitol Hill
National Museum of American History
Mar 01, 2026 - Nov 24, 2027
Exploring Freedom: Historic Artifacts Showcase the Declaration of Independence
Penn Quarter & Chinatown
National Portrait Gallery
Mar 06, 2026 - Jan 10, 2027
Red Star Draws Inspiration from Smithsonian Collections for New Creations
