Washington, D.C. events

Plan this weekend in Washington, D.C.

Plan this weekend in Washington, D.C. with verified dated events first, then walks, places, and bookable partner experiences.

Weekend planning starts with dated events, then adds self-guided walks, source-backed places, and partner experiences that fit a longer trip.

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Places, walks, events, and experiences to combine

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Route map for Dupont Circle & Embassy Row
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Dupont Circle & Embassy Row

A 1.6-kilometer stroll through the heart of Dupont Circle and out along Massachusetts Avenue, Washington's storied Embassy Row. E…

44 min
Route map for Historic Georgetown
Free walk

Historic Georgetown

A roughly two-and-a-half-kilometer walk through Washington’s oldest neighborhood, with six stops spanning a historic hilltop camp…

50 min
Route map for National Mall & Memorials
Free walk

National Mall & Memorials

A roughly four-kilometer walk along the western National Mall and Tidal Basin, linking eight of Washington's great memorials and…

77 min
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9:30 Club

A legendary Washington, D.C. concert venue and nightclub, recognized by Rolling Stone as one of the top ten live music spots in t…

2 min U Street Corridor
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Blues Alley

Tucked away in Georgetown, Blues Alley is the oldest continuing jazz supper club in the United States, offering an intimate atmos…

Georgetown
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Capital One Arena

A premier indoor sports and entertainment hub in Chinatown, serving as the home for the Washington Capitals, Washington Wizards,…

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Capitol Visitor Center

The primary gateway to the U.S. Capitol, this massive underground complex provides a welcoming, educational introduction to the l…

Capitol Hill

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Best things to do this weekend in Washington, D.C.

9:30 Club

Source-backed place · Theaters and music

9:30 Club

A legendary Washington, D.C. concert venue and nightclub, recognized by Rolling Stone as one of the top ten live music spots in t…

Iconic U Street venue where indie legends and future stars rock a tight, acoustically killer room nightly

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Municipal Fish Market at The Wharf

Source-backed place · Markets

Municipal Fish Market at The Wharf

Established in 1805, the Municipal Fish Market is the oldest continuously operating fish market in the United States, offering a…

Spend an easy waterfront night with boats, patios, and live events tourists often skip.

Source-backed place · Theaters and music

Black Cat

A cornerstone of Washington's indie scene since 1993, this legendary venue on 14th Street NW hosts independent music, punk, and e…

Dog-friendly 14th St indie staple with two stages, cartoon walls, and a nightly lineup of alternative and punk bands

CODE RED

Source-backed place · Bars and nightlife

CODE RED

A glamorous 1920s-inspired speakeasy hidden behind an unmarked door in Adams Morgan, offering immersive Prohibition-era cocktails…

Prohibition-style cocktails and velvet-room atmosphere give this Adams Morgan speakeasy real swagger.

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Cotton & Reed

Source-backed place · Bars and nightlife

Cotton & Reed

Washington, DC's first rum distillery and cocktail bar, offering on-site production of American rums and guided tours in the Unio…

Rum, frozen drinks, and a warehouse vibe make this a go-to for easygoing local hangs.

Daru

Source-backed place · Food and drink

Daru

A low-lit, modern-Indian bar and restaurant in the H Street corridor known for its creative fusion dishes and cocktails inspired…

Bold contemporary Indian plates that feel like a “why don’t we live closer?” neighborhood secret.

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