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 16, 2026
October 16 | 3:30 pm - 5PM
Pokémon Party
Power up your Pokémon knowledge and celebrate three decades of catching, collecting, and exploring.
Join the Adventure
October 16 | 5PM - 8PM
LOVE SONG: Jazz in the Plaza
Ease into the weekend with jazz, cocktails, and golden-hour vibes.
Fall In LoveSaturday | October 17, 2026
October 17
Smithsonian Starstruck: An Immersive Experience
See the science of space come to life in an immersive adventure powered by real astronomical data.
Take Off Into Space
October 17 | Starting at 7:30 PM
The Carpenters Songbook: A Live Celebration
Take a trip down memory lane with the music, stories, and unmistakable sound of The Carpenters.
Relive the MusicSunday | October 18, 2026
October 18 | 12PM - 4PM
Planet Word’s 6th Anniversary Community Day
From word games to museum secrets, celebrate six years of exploring language in unexpected ways with Planet Word Museum.
Come Explore
October 18 | 2PM
Frida...A Self Portrait
Go beyond the iconic image and experience the extraordinary life, art, and inner world of Frida Kahlo.
Enter Frida's WorldOther Things To Do this Weekend
