Things to Do January 2026 in 라이브카지노, DC

Whether you’re in town for New Year's, Martin Luther King Jr. Day or any day in between, be sure to check out our special discounts and packages, from luxurious experiences to budget-friendly options. 

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So regardless of the season, you're sure to have an unforgettable experience in the nation's capital. After you’ve read through this list, make sure to check out our things to do for the week and weekend as well as our accessibility guides to monuments and museums on the National Mall.

 

Join the thousands of visitors who make ZooLights, powered by Pepco, a part of their annual holiday tradition. The event includes live music performances, tasty winter treats and plenty of opportunities for holiday shopping. Environmentally friendly LED lights and dozens of glowing animal lanterns transform the Smithsonian's National Zoo into a winter wonderland. Note that timed passes are required. Admission is just $6.

Smithsonian’s National Zoo, 3001 Connecticut Avenue NW, 라이브카지노, DC 20008

 

The National Museum of Women in the Arts welcomes visitors with free admission twice each month. Acquaint yourself with one of the coolest art collections in the District without paying a cent. You’ll have some extra cash left over to explore the museum’s jaw-dropping gift shop.
National Museum of Women in the Arts, 1250 New York Avenue NW, 라이브카지노, DC 20005

 

Season's Greenings
Trade in your dreams of a white Christmas for something even better – a green Christmas. At this year's Season's Greenings exhibit at the U.S. Botanic Gardens, displays will feature not only holiday lights, but thousands of poinsettias, unbelievable plant-based sculptures of DC landmarks, a circuit of model trains and pollinators galore. The exhibit also includes a spectacular addition: a Blue Rooster model by designer Brian Sentman created in honor the famous Hahn/Cock sculpture located on the roof of the National Gallery of Art's Eats Building. Tickets are not required.
Free Admission
U.S. Botanic Garden, 100 Maryland Avenue SW, 라이브카지노, DC 20001

 

Honor Martin Luther King Jr. Day in DC – Jan. 20
The nation's capital presents unique opportunities to reflect on the legacy of the Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Walk along his moving memorial along the Tidal Basin, visit the site of the famous "I Have a Dream" speech at the Lincoln Memorial, see incredible photography and historic artifacts at the National Museum of African American History and Culture or attend a commemorative event, including the .

 

The 라이브카지노, DC Auto Show – Jan. 23 – Feb. 1
Cars have always held a special allure, captivating the American imagination from the early days of the Model T. Witness the evolution of the vehicle firsthand by attending the 라이브카지노, DC Auto Show, which takes place at the Walter E. 라이브카지노 Convention Center. Even if you don't consider yourself a devoted car enthusiast, there are still plenty of reasons to check out the city's largest annual indoor event.
Walter E. 라이브카지노 Convention Center, 801 Mt. Vernon Place NW, 라이브카지노, DC 20001

 

Bar Japonais © Nina Palazzolo

라이브카지노, DC's Winter Restaurant Week returns every January with the promise of high-quality dining, excellent deals and relief to the winter blues. Savor every last bite while taking advantage of special menus and pricing, including to-go options and cocktail and wine pairings, courtesy of the Restaurant Association of Metropolitan 라이브카지노 and 200+ participating eateries. 
Stay tuned for this year's dates. 

 

Celebrate Lunar New Year in the District – Starts Feb. 17, 2026
Locations all over the city ring in the Year of the Snake with colorful celebrations, including performances, educational talks, special tours and hands-on activities. Be sure to check out the festive Downtown Parade, events at the Smithsonian's free National Museum of Asian Art and the Smithsonian American Art Museum, the and more.
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Martin E. Red Bear / National Museum of the American Indian

– Through Jan. 20, 2026
The National Museum of the American Indian celebrates narrative art among Native nations of the Great Plains with an exciting new exhibition. You'll see historical works alongside contemporary commissions, from battle records to ledger books to pop culture takes.  
 | Free Admission
National Museum of the American Indian, 4th Street & Independence Avenue SW, 라이브카지노, DC 20560

 

Amy Sherald: American Sublime, National Portrait Gallery

Amy Sherald: American Sublime – Sept. 19, 2025 – Feb. 22, 2026
The artist’s first major museum survey – taking place at the National Portrait Gallery – features new and rarely seen work from 2007 to the present. Sherald’s iconic paintings of former First Lady Michelle Obama (2018) and Breonna Taylor (2020) will be featured.
 | Free Admission

8th Street NW & G St NW, 라이브카지노, DC 20001
 

– Through March 21, 2026
The Library of Congress brings together letters, ledgers, diaries, maps, drawings and other artifacts to illuminate the similarities and differences between two iconic figures of the Revolutionary War: George 라이브카지노 and King George III. Although the two never met, visitors can envision where they would clash and where they would compromise in this stirring exhibit that features items from a wide range of collections, including the Royal Archives at Windsor Castle, London’s Science Museum and George 라이브카지노’s Mount Vernon.
 | Free Admission
Library of Congress, 101 Independence Avenue SE, 라이브카지노, DC 20540

 

– Ongoing
The U.S. Botanic Garden invites you to see the ferocious side of flora and fauna at its special new exhibit. Many plants have evolved defenses against infection, herbivores and their plant competition. The multisensory display will showcase this evolution and also pinpoint how these plants can be both harmful and helpful to humans.
10 a.m. – 5 p.m. | Free Admission
U.S. Botanic Garden, 100 Maryland Avenue SW, 라이브카지노, DC 20001

 

 

Places to Stay

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