🏛️ DC Weekend Guide: Jan 30 – Feb 1, 2026

Washington, DC is bustling this weekend with a mix of high-energy shows, cultural festivals, and the final days of some major exhibitions. Here are the top picks for your weekend:

🎭 Theatre & Performance

• Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater (Jan 30 – Feb 8)

• Venue: The Kennedy Center

• The world-renowned modern dance company returns for its annual residency. Don’t miss the iconic "Revelations," a masterpiece of modern dance.

• Clue (Final Weekend: Jan 27 – Feb 1)

• Venue: National Theatre

• The hilarious murder mystery based on the classic board game and movie. Perfect for a lighthearted night out.

• Paranormal Activity (Through Feb 7)

• Venue: Harman Hall (Shakespeare Theatre Company)

• A chilling new stage adaptation from the world of the Paranormal Activity film universe.

• Stereophonic (Feb 10 Preview / Select Dates)

• Note: Keep an eye out for early access or related events for this 2024 Tony Award-winning play about a 1970s rock band.

🏎️ Events & Festivals

• Washington, DC Auto Show (Final Day: Feb 1)

• Venue: Walter E. Washington Convention Center

• The city’s largest annual indoor event features hundreds of new vehicles, classic cars, and interactive displays.

• Monster Jam (Jan 30 – Feb 1)

• Venue: Capital One Arena

• Watch massive monster trucks like Grave Digger and El Toro Loco compete in high-flying stunts and racing.

• Spy Fest: A Family Festival (Jan 30, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM)

• Venue: International Spy Museum

• An evening of family espionage fun with hands-on activities and behind-the-scenes access to the world of intelligence.

• 15th Annual Passport to the World of Music Festival (Jan 9 – Feb 1)

• Venue: Creative Cauldron (Falls Church, VA)

• The closing weekend features a variety of jazz, blues, and world music performances.

🎨 Museum & Gallery Highlights

• Korean Treasures: Collected, Cherished, Shared (CLOSING Feb 1)

• Venue: National Museum of Asian Art

• This is your last chance to see the historic collection from the late Samsung Chairman Lee Kun-hee. It’s been a massive hit and closes this Sunday.

• The Pigeon Comes to Washington! (Opened Jan 17)

• Venue: National Children's Museum

• A whimsical, interactive exhibition based on the beloved Mo Willems characters like the Pigeon and Knuffle Bunny.

• Out of Many: Reframing an American Art Collection

• Venue: The Phillips Collection

• A celebration of American history's complexity through diverse artistic voices.

🎸 Live Music & Concerts

• National Symphony Orchestra: Brahms x Radiohead (Jan 29 – 31)

• Venue: Kennedy Center

• A unique "symphonic mash-up" where elements of Brahms’ Symphony No. 1 are synthesized with tracks from Radiohead’s OK Computer.

• The Movement (Jan 30)

• Venue: 9:30 Club

• High-energy reggae fusion that blends rock and hip-hop.

• Super Diamond (Jan 31)

• Venue: 9:30 Club

• The ultimate Neil Diamond tribute band—expect a high-energy sing-along atmosphere.

• Two Friends (Jan 30)

• Venue: Echostage

• For those looking for a dance party, this EDM duo is known for their viral "Big Bootie" mashups.

🧺 Local Tips

• Restaurant Week Recovery: While "Official" Winter Restaurant Week has just wrapped up, many spots extend their deals. Check local favorites in Dupont Circle or The Wharf.

• Alexandria Restaurant Week: Just across the river, Alexandria is also hosting its own culinary celebration with multi-course brunch and dinner menus.