Free Things to Do: Events, Festivals & More in Washington, DC

Free events and happenings going on now in the nation's capital.

Search

Reset

Discover Only-in-DC Events & Festivals

A silhouette of a person walking along the reflecting pool is set against the illuminated Lincoln Memorial at sunset, with a warm orange sky and city buildings in the background.

Things to Do This Weekend in Washington, DC

Our end-of-the-week picks for Nov. 22-24

View Events

Things to Do This Month

Check out an exciting list of exhibits, concerts, theater and more a...

15 Must-See DC Events & Festivals

You won’t want to miss these signature events and festivals – many...

Learn More

Events Calendar

Discover the best things to do in Washington, DC, from events happen...

Nov

22

2024

Georgetown

Friday Night Live Music

Pinstripes

Now - Nov 20, 2026

Enjoy Live Music Every Friday Night at Pinstripes Georgetown

VIEW DETAILS

Nov

23

2024

Mount Vernon Square

FRESHFARM Mount Vernon Triangle Market

Mount Vernon Triangle Community Improvement District

Nov 23, 2024 - Dec 20, 2025

Weekly outdoor farmers market selling fresh & local produce, prepared foods, eggs, coffee, and other goods in the heart of Washington, DC.

VIEW DETAILS

Nov

23

2024

Georgetown

House of Sweden Exhibits

Nov 23, 2024 - Nov 22, 2026

Weekend fun at the House of Sweden!

VIEW DETAILS

Nov

23

2024

Downtown

UnFinished Objects (UFO) Craft Circle

DAR Museum

Nov 23, 2024 - Dec 28, 2024

Craft circle every Saturday

VIEW DETAILS

Nov

23

2024

3rd Annual Tree Lighting Festival

City Ridge

Nov 23, 2024

Join us on November 23 for our annual tree lighting

VIEW DETAILS

Nov

24

2024

Capitol Hill

The Flea Market at Eastern Market

Nov 24, 2024 - May 25, 2025

The most eclectic market in DC!

VIEW DETAILS

Nov

24

2024

Virginia

Tiny Troops Story Time

National Museum of the United States Army

Nov 24, 2024 - Nov 30, 2024

Fun and Learning at the National Army Museum's Story Time

VIEW DETAILS

Nov

24

2024

National Mall

One World One Sky: Big Bird's Adventure

National Air and Space Museum

Now - Dec 29, 2024

Take an imaginary journey to the moon with Big Bird and Elmo

VIEW DETAILS

Partner Content

Free Things to Do: Best of Washington, DC

15+ Speakeasy Bars & Hidden Cocktail Lounges in Washington, DC

Your Guide to the 13 Coolest Neighborhoods in Washington, DC

Dazzling Holiday Light Displays & Events in Washington, DC

Order Your Free Visitors Guide

Explore the Connected Capital

Exceptional Venus for Your Meeting in Washington, DC

Your Meeting Planner Toolkit

Museums with After-Hours Programming in Washington, DC

Learning on Location

Top Ways Washington, DC is a Sustainable City

Member Testimonials

Learn More About Partnerships

Learn more about how Washington, DC invests in the next generation of hospitality and tourism leaders.

Free Things to Do: Best of Washington, DC

15+ Speakeasy Bars & Hidden Cocktail Lounges in Washington, DC

Your Guide to the 13 Coolest Neighborhoods in Washington, DC

Dazzling Holiday Light Displays & Events in Washington, DC

Order Your Free Visitors Guide

Free Things to Do: Events, Festivals & More in Washington, DC

Discover Only-in-DC Events & Festivals

Things to Do This Weekend in Washington, DC

Things to Do This Month

15 Must-See DC Events & Festivals

Events Calendar

22

Friday Night Live Music

23

FRESHFARM Mount Vernon Triangle Market

23

House of Sweden Exhibits

23

UnFinished Objects (UFO) Craft Circle

23

3rd Annual Tree Lighting Festival

24

The Flea Market at Eastern Market

24

Tiny Troops Story Time

24

One World One Sky: Big Bird's Adventure