Things to do in Washington, D.C.
Explore the best events and things to do in Washington, D.C., from parties and live shows to pop-ups, community events, and more.Updated September 23, 2026Location
Mount Vernon Fall Wine Festival
Fri, Oct 9 at 6pm · Mount Vernon
Sip unlimited samples from 20 Virginia wineries on the east lawn overlooking the Potomac, with live music and an after-hours walk through the Mansion
Oct 9–11, evenings only, 21+
This event is not hosted by Partiful. It is an event we recommend, hosted by George Washington's Mount Vernon. To officially RSVP, please use the link aboveRSVP Here
Fufu & Light Soup n’ Love (Speed dating)(21+)
Sat, Oct 3 at 2pm · Laurel
After you RSVP, use the “Crush” feature to find a match. Then one of you purchase the goods and pull up and enjoy some fufu and light soup with all the other new lovers 🤧🫶🏾RSVP Here
Happy Daze Clothing Swap ♻️
Next Sun at 12pm · Washington
Happy Daze is throwing another free clothing swap with Vintage Vintage Vintage!
Refresh your closet, no cash needed. Any leftover unclaimed pieces go straight to So What Else Helps to support folks across the DMVRSVP Here
Coach x Spotify Tabby Tour
Tomorrow at 12pm · Washington
The Tabby Tour is a celebration of music, fashion + self-expression with fun interactive moments throughout the day.
12–4:45 PM: Stop by for free giveaways, a live DJ, interactive experiences on our Tabby Tour bus, photo moments + more. Customize Spotify hangtags, score Coach bag charms, stickers and pins*, and follow along with the tour on our digital experience to unlock additional prizes.
4:45–6 PM: Stick around for a special fireside chat + live performance to close out the day.
*while supplies lastRSVP Here
Pumpkin Palooza
Wed, Oct 28 at 7pm · Washington
NoMa's annual fall festival is back with free food, live music, and a pick-your-own pumpkin patch where every pumpkin is free!
The perfect fall afternoon out, no tickets neededRSVP Here
meet cute (bourdain style)
Sat, Oct 17 at 2pm · Washington
delete hinge. delete bumble. we’re hanging out IRL with all of our friends and friends of friends and friends of friends of friends. let’s make it sort of biblical, sort of primal, sort of bourdain
here’s how it works: bring a shareable snack (buy it at the store, make it at home, literally do whatever you want) and offer to share it with whoever you’re interested in getting to know
come with a buddy who’s single or down to mingle and open yourself to the beauty of connection (or the headrush of a spontaneous flirt). is there anything more tender (or more tantalizing) than breaking bread with a stranger?
get out of your tiny apartment and into the fresh autumn air!!!! eat with your hands and live your one wild and precious life dammit!!!! it’s what tony would have wantedRSVP Here
Mosaic Fall Fest
Sun at 11am · Fairfax
Mosaic District turns into an outdoor festival with 90+ handmade and vintage vendors, live music both days, and family activities throughout
Great for wandering, browsing, and catching a set or two!RSVP Here
DC Bald Meet Up
Sun, Oct 18 at 1pm · Washington
🗣️ Calling all DC Balds and bald allies 🗣️
Join us for a meeting of the scalps!
There will be giveaways from Bee Bald ™️
Stations for temp tattoos, rhinestones, and a barber for those willing to join the community
Games, music and much more. Come to the shiniest event in DC!
Bald caps welcome and encouraged or come as your favorite bald iconRSVP Here
Pick-Your-Own Dahlia Bouquet
Sun, Oct 11 at 10am · Dickerson
Cajun Crossing Farm is opening its fields for a fall dahlia u-pick, surrounded by thousands of blooms
Wander the rows, snap some photos, and cut your own bouquet to take home. A perfect way to spend a fall morning in Maryland!RSVP Here
Rocky Horror Picture Show
Fri, Oct 30 at 10pm · Washington
The 1975 cult classic returns for its annual Halloween shadow-cast show, think sing-alongs, costumes, and full audience participation
Drag queen Betty Desire opens the night, so arrive by 9:30 to catch her set. and the Art Bar opens at 9pm
Bring your own (unbuttered) toast, or pick up a $5 prop bag at the door with everything else you'll needRSVP Here
Lost City Books Sidewalk Sale
Sat at 4pm · Washington
Lost City Books is spilling out onto the sidewalk for a day of dirt-cheap deals ($2 paperbacks, $3 hardcovers, $5 coffee table books) 📚
Cash or card works, just bring your own bagRSVP Here
The Shining Screening (& Happy Hour)
Fri, Oct 23 at 6:30pm · Washington
DC Movie Club is teaming up with the National Geographic Museum of Exploration for a Halloween-season screening of The Shining, projected on their immersive multi-story screen in the Pavilion!
Come early for happy hour and a chance to meet the club before the movie starts 🍿RSVP Here
pardon an apple with me
Sat, Nov 21 at 2pm · Washington
As the predominant authority on apples Carl will declare an apple safe from becoming a pie this Thanksgiving!
Bring your Thanksgiving treat of choice to pardon!RSVP Here
Vintage in The City Pop Up
Sat at 10am · Washington
Vintage in the City pop up is back and bigger than ever! 👛
Our last pop up almost sold out, so we’re coming back to Georgetown with 200 vintage designer bags, shoes, and accessories from the 90s and 2000s.
Think leather Manolos, suede Fendi baguettes, and dainty Gucci watches straight out of Carrie Bradshaws closet.
We'll also have some free goodies (while supplies last) like our Vintage Angels iced coffee, TVA tote bags, and our iconic it-girl matches.
Don't be late for the date! 💌RSVP Here
Mid-Autumn Night Market 🏮🌙🥮
Tomorrow at 5pm · Washington
Come join us at our 4th annual Mid-Autumn Night Market, presented by Tiger Fork & Hi Lawn! This exciting cultural celebration will take place on 2 floors at Hi-Lawn and Dock5 of Union Market!
Enjoy savory street food-inspired fare and unique sweets from 16+ guest chefs/restaurants such as Tiger Fork; Canton Disco; China Chilcano; Rose Ave Bakery, Purple Patch, CHIKO, Toi Moi (and more to be announced soon) at food stands throughout the open-air rooftop and the covered Dock5 event space.
Guests can peruse specialty gifts and wares (such as jewelry, kimonos, ceramics, artwork and more) from pop-up market stalls throughout the celebration.
There will also be lion and dragon dancing, as well as family-friendly activities in Dock 5.RSVP Here
2026 DC Punk Rock Flea
Sat, Nov 21 at 12pm · Washington
DC Punk Rock Flea & Food Drive!
Saturday, November 21st, from 12 – 5 PM at
St. Stephen & the Incarnation Episcopal Church
1525 Newton St NW, Washington, DC 20010
Food Drive for We Are Family
This event is a canned food drive for We Are Family DC (www.wearefamilydc.org/).
Free to enter, but please bring canned food to donate
fleasdc@gmail.com
@dc_punkrockfleaRSVP Here