Free events and happenings going on now in the nation's capital.
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Our end-of-the-week picks for May 16-18, 2025
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Feb
2026
National Mall
Feb 16, 2026
Exploring U.S. History: Special Programs for George Washington's Birthday at the National Mall
Mar
Downtown
DAR Museum
Mar 01, 2026 - Jan 01, 2027
From Outrage to War: The Path to Independence
Capitol Hill
National Museum of American History
Mar 01, 2026 - May 15, 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
May
National Air and Space Museum
May 02, 2026 - May 01, 2027
Get to know the night sky in this free, live planetarium show
May 23, 2026 - May 25, 2026
Honoring Heroes: Celebrate Memorial Day and America's 250th Anniversary
Jul
Jul 01, 2026 - May 15, 2027
Smithsonian’s National Air and Space Museum Set to Open New Galleries for 50th Anniversary
Jul 04, 2026
National Park Service Plans Spectacular Celebration for America's 250th Birthday
