Washington DC Events 2026

Browse DC events in 2026 by date and venue, including concerts, shows, sports, and more across the city and nearby areas.

  • Updated: November 12, 2026

Explore upcoming events in Washington in December 2026, including concerts, sports events, comedy shows, Broadway performances, festivals, and live entertainment across the city and nearby areas. Browse events by date, venue, category, and neighborhood throughout the month.

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Upcoming Events in DC

Browse DC events in 2026 by date and venue, including concerts, shows, sports, and more across the city and nearby areas.
Upcoming Confirmed Events 479
  • Dec 01, 2026, 6:30 PM Tue — POP / ROCK: Hank Azaria and the EZ Street Band at The Atlantis, 2047 9th Street NW, Washington, DC 20001, US. From $49, Avg Ticket Price: ~ $61, 18 tickets remaining! Select Seats
  • Dec 01, 2026, 7:00 PM Tue — MUSICAL / PLAY: A Drunk Christmas Carol at Sage Theatre - DC, 1100 13th Street NW, Washington, DC 20005, US. From $80, Avg Ticket Price: ~ $302, Tickets Available: 60. Select Seats
  • Dec 01, 2026, 7:00 PM Tue — MUSICAL / PLAY, Pay Later Available: A Christmas Carol at Ford's Theatre • 661 seats, 511 10th Street, Washington, DC 20004, US. From $114, Avg Ticket Price: ~ $528, Tickets Available: 44. Select Seats
  • Dec 01, 2026, 7:00 PM Tue — Professional (NHL), High Demand: Washington Capitals vs. Vancouver Canucks at Capital One Arena • 20356 seats, 601 F Streets NW, Washington, DC 20004, US. From $42, Avg Ticket Price: ~ $215, Tickets Available: 3068, VIP Packages. Select Seats
  • Dec 01, 2026, 7:00 PM Tue — BALLET: The Washington Ballet: The Nutcracker at Warner Theatre - DC • 1847 seats, 513 13th Street NW, Washington, DC 20004, US. From $69, Avg Ticket Price: ~ $240, Tickets Available: 918. Select Seats
  • Dec 01, 2026, 7:00 PM Tue — JAZZ / BLUES: Herm Hopkins at Blues Alley, 1073 Wisconsin Ave Nw, Washington, DC 20007, US. From $67, Avg Ticket Price: ~ $176, Tickets Available: 60. Select Seats
  • Dec 01, 2026, 7:00 PM Tue — College (Div I-A and Div I-AA) BASKETBALL, Best Value: George Washington Colonials vs. Southeastern Louisiana Lions at Charles E. Smith Center • 5000 seats, 600 22nd St. N.w., Washington, DC 20052, US. From $4, Avg Ticket Price: ~ $38, Tickets Available: 2144. Select Seats
  • Dec 01, 2026, 7:30 PM Tue — MUSICAL / PLAY, Pay Later Available: Hell's Kitchen - The Musical at National Theatre - DC • 1705 seats, 1321 Pennsylvania Ave Nw, Washington, DC 20004, US. From $103, Avg Ticket Price: ~ $205, Tickets Available: 644. Select Seats
  • Dec 01, 2026, 7:30 PM Tue — COMEDY, Pay Later Available: Rocky Dale Davis at DC Improv, 1140 Connecticut Avenue N.W., Washington, DC 20036, US. From $113, Avg Ticket Price: ~ $158, 8 tickets remaining! Select Seats
  • Dec 01, 2026, 8:00 PM Tue — R&B / SOUL: Laya at Union Stage - DC • 450 seats, 740 Water Street SW, Washington, DC 20024, US. From $42, Avg Ticket Price: ~ $54, 28 tickets remaining! Select Seats
  • Dec 01, 2026, 9:30 PM Tue — JAZZ / BLUES: Herm Hopkins at Blues Alley, 1073 Wisconsin Ave Nw, Washington, DC 20007, US. From $67, Avg Ticket Price: ~ $176, Tickets Available: 60. Select Seats
  • Dec 02, 2026, 6:00 PM Wed — College (Div I-A and Div I-AA) BASKETBALL: George Washington Colonials Women's Basketball vs. Duquesne Dukes at Charles E. Smith Center • 5000 seats, 600 22nd St. N.w., Washington, DC 20052, US. From $15, Avg Ticket Price: ~ $24, Tickets Available: 353. Select Seats
  • Dec 02, 2026, 6:30 PM Wed — College (Div I-A and Div I-AA) BASKETBALL: Georgetown Hoyas vs. UMass Lowell River Hawks at Capital One Arena • 20356 seats, 601 F Streets NW, Washington, DC 20004, US. From $5, Avg Ticket Price: ~ $76, Tickets Available: 1395, VIP Packages. Select Seats
  • Dec 02, 2026, 7:00 PM Wed — JAZZ / BLUES, Pay Later Available: Eric Felten Performs Ellington's Nutcracker at Blues Alley, 1073 Wisconsin Ave Nw, Washington, DC 20007, US. From $335, Avg Ticket Price: ~ $386, 4 tickets remaining! Select Seats
  • Dec 02, 2026, 7:00 PM Wed — College (Div I-A and Div I-AA) BASKETBALL: Georgetown Hoyas Women's Basketball vs. Morgan State Bears at McDonough Arena, 3700 O St., N.W, Washington, DC 20057, US. From $25, Avg Ticket Price: ~ $77, Tickets Available: 198. Select Seats
  • Dec 02, 2026, 7:00 PM Wed — MUSICAL / PLAY: A Drunk Christmas Carol at Sage Theatre - DC, 1100 13th Street NW, Washington, DC 20005, US. From $80, Avg Ticket Price: ~ $303, Tickets Available: 60. Select Seats
  • Dec 02, 2026, 7:00 PM Wed — MUSICAL / PLAY, Pay Later Available: A Christmas Carol at Ford's Theatre • 661 seats, 511 10th Street, Washington, DC 20004, US. From $110, Avg Ticket Price: ~ $489, Tickets Available: 38. Select Seats
  • Dec 02, 2026, 7:00 PM Wed — BALLET: The Washington Ballet: The Nutcracker at Warner Theatre - DC • 1847 seats, 513 13th Street NW, Washington, DC 20004, US. From $69, Avg Ticket Price: ~ $230, Tickets Available: 1195. Select Seats
  • Dec 02, 2026, 7:30 PM Wed — COMEDY, Pay Later Available: Rocky Dale Davis at DC Improv, 1140 Connecticut Avenue N.W., Washington, DC 20036, US. From $113, Avg Ticket Price: ~ $158, 8 tickets remaining! Select Seats
  • Dec 02, 2026, 7:30 PM Wed — MUSICAL / PLAY, Pay Later Available: Hell's Kitchen - The Musical at National Theatre - DC • 1705 seats, 1321 Pennsylvania Ave Nw, Washington, DC 20004, US. From $103, Avg Ticket Price: ~ $220, Tickets Available: 708. Select Seats
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About Events in Washington During December 2026

December 2026 features concerts, sports games, comedy shows, Broadway performances, festivals, and live entertainment across Washington and nearby DC areas. Major arenas, theaters, clubs, and entertainment venues continue to update their schedules throughout the month.

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Browse concerts, sports events, comedy shows, Broadway performances, festivals, and live entertainment happening this month.
Hank Azaria and the EZ Street Band
Hank Azaria and the EZ Street Band
2047 9th Street NW, Washington, DC 20001
Event Dates 1
Dec 01, 2026 6:30 PM
Washington Capitals
Washington Capitals
601 F Streets NW, Washington, DC 20004
Event Dates 65
Dec 01, 2026 7:00 PM
A Christmas Carol
A Christmas Carol
511 10th Street, Washington, DC 20004
Event Dates 1841
Dec 01, 2026 7:00 PM
Herm Hopkins
Herm Hopkins
1073 Wisconsin Ave Nw, Washington, DC 20007
Event Dates 2
Dec 01, 2026 7:00 PM
A Drunk Christmas Carol
A Drunk Christmas Carol
1100 13th Street NW, Washington, DC 20005
Event Dates 484
Dec 01, 2026 7:00 PM
The Nutcracker
The Nutcracker
513 13th Street NW, Washington, DC 20004
Event Dates 2173
Dec 01, 2026 7:00 PM
George Washington Colonials Basketball
George Washington Colonials Basketball
600 22nd St. N.w., Washington, DC 20052
Event Dates 27
Dec 01, 2026 7:00 PM
Rocky Dale Davis
Rocky Dale Davis
1140 Connecticut Avenue N.W., Washington, DC 20036
Event Dates 53
Dec 01, 2026 7:30 PM
Hell's Kitchen - The Musical
Hell's Kitchen - The Musical
1321 Pennsylvania Ave Nw, Washington, DC 20004
Event Dates 271
Dec 01, 2026 7:30 PM
Laya
Laya
740 Water Street SW, Washington, DC 20024
Event Dates 6
Dec 01, 2026 8:00 PM
George Washington Colonials Women's Basketball
George Washington Colonials Women's Basketball
600 22nd St. N.w., Washington, DC 20052
Event Dates 20
Dec 02, 2026 6:00 PM
Georgetown Hoyas Basketball
Georgetown Hoyas Basketball
601 F Streets NW, Washington, DC 20004
Event Dates 27
Dec 02, 2026 6:30 PM
Eric Felten
Eric Felten
1073 Wisconsin Ave Nw, Washington, DC 20007
Event Dates 6
Dec 02, 2026 7:00 PM
Georgetown Hoyas Women's Basketball
Georgetown Hoyas Women's Basketball
3700 O St., N.W, Washington, DC 20057
Event Dates 11
Dec 02, 2026 7:00 PM
Tyla
Tyla
690 Water Street., Washington, DC 20024
Event Dates 19
Dec 02, 2026 7:30 PM
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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Washington events, venues, schedules, and live entertainment.

What events are happening in Washington during December 2026?

Washington hosts concerts, sports games, comedy shows, Broadway performances, festivals, and live entertainment throughout December 2026.

Where can I find Washington events by date?

Use the monthly event calendar and date filters to browse concerts, sports events, comedy shows, and live performances happening across Washington.

Are concerts happening in Washington during December 2026?

Yes. Concert schedules include touring artists, arena shows, local performances, music festivals, and live entertainment events throughout Washington and nearby DC areas.

What are the top event venues in Washington?

Popular venues include arenas, theaters, comedy clubs, stadiums, music halls, and entertainment venues located across Washington and nearby areas.

Do event prices change during December 2026?

Yes. Event prices can change based on demand, seating location, performer popularity, venue size, and event date.

Are there weekend events in Washington?

Yes. Weekends are usually the busiest time for concerts, sports games, comedy shows, festivals, and major live entertainment events across Washington.

Event Categories in December

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