Weekend Things To Do in Downtown DC
Need some weekend inspiration? We’ve got you covered. Explore festivals, live music, museums, great food, and more across Downtown DC’s 140 walkable blocks.
Friday | October 9, 2026
LOVE SONG: Jazz in the Plaza
Ease into the weekend with jazz, cocktails, and golden-hour vibes.
Fall In Love
Frankenstein’s Mad Scientist Cocktail Lab
Step into the lab, stir up the spooky formulas, and see what king of monster you become!
Mix It UpSaturday | October 10, 2026
CD, DVD and Vinyl Sale at CityCenterDC
Dig through thousands of books and discover a new favorite for just $3–$7.
Go Book Shopping
FUNSET: The Festival
Spend a night where music, culture, and community come alive in Franklin Park.
Feel the Fun
Snallygaster
Come thirsty, explore the endless lineup of brews, and prepare to be swept away by DC’s most legendary beer beast.
Get Your Fill
7th Annual DC All-Black Semi-Formal Gala
Put on your best black, meet the DMV’s movers and shakers, and dance the night away.
Own the NightSunday | October 11, 2026
Frida...A Self Portrait
Go beyond the iconic image and experience the extraordinary life, art, and inner world of Frida Kahlo.
Enter Frida's World
Washington Capitals vs. Seattle Kraken
Make your Sunday night a hockey night as the Capitals bring the heat to Capital One Arena for a matchup with the Kraken.
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