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
Live shows in Washington during December 2026 include touring stage productions, family shows, circus performances, magic acts, ballet, opera, and large-scale theatrical entertainment. Performances take place at theatres, casinos, resorts, and entertainment venues throughout Washington and nearby areas.
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- A Drunk Christmas Carol
- Dec 1 · 7:00 PM · Washington, DC
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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 Live Shows: 224
- 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. price ~ $302, Tickets Available: 60. Select Seats - Dec 01, 2026, 7:00 PM Tue — MUSICAL / PLAY, High Demand, Pay Later Available: A Christmas Carol at Ford's Theatre • 661 seats, 511 10th Street, Washington, DC 20004, US. From $114, Avg. price ~ $528, Tickets Available: 44. Select Seats
- Dec 01, 2026, 7:00 PM Tue — BALLET, High Demand: The Washington Ballet: The Nutcracker at Warner Theatre - DC • 1847 seats, 513 13th Street NW, Washington, DC 20004, US. From $69, Avg. price ~ $240, Tickets Available: 918. Select Seats
- Dec 01, 2026, 7:30 PM Tue — MUSICAL / PLAY, High Demand, 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. price ~ $205, Tickets Available: 644. 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. price ~ $303, Tickets Available: 60. Select Seats
- Dec 02, 2026, 7:00 PM Wed — MUSICAL / PLAY, High Demand, Pay Later Available: A Christmas Carol at Ford's Theatre • 661 seats, 511 10th Street, Washington, DC 20004, US. From $110, Avg. price ~ $489, Tickets Available: 38. Select Seats
- Dec 02, 2026, 7:00 PM Wed — BALLET, High Demand: The Washington Ballet: The Nutcracker at Warner Theatre - DC • 1847 seats, 513 13th Street NW, Washington, DC 20004, US. From $69, Avg. price ~ $230, Tickets Available: 1195. Select Seats
- Dec 02, 2026, 7:30 PM Wed — MUSICAL / PLAY, High Demand, 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. price ~ $220, Tickets Available: 708. Select Seats
- Dec 03, 2026, 12:00 PM Thu — MUSICAL / PLAY, High Demand: A Christmas Carol at Ford's Theatre • 661 seats, 511 10th Street, Washington, DC 20004, US. From $62, Avg. price ~ $511, Tickets Available: 30. Select Seats
- Dec 03, 2026, 7:00 PM Thu — MUSICAL / PLAY, High Demand: A Christmas Carol at Ford's Theatre • 661 seats, 511 10th Street, Washington, DC 20004, US. From $74, Avg. price ~ $374, Tickets Available: 76. Select Seats
- Dec 03, 2026, 7:00 PM Thu — MUSICAL / PLAY: A Drunk Christmas Carol at Sage Theatre - DC, 1100 13th Street NW, Washington, DC 20005, US. From $80, Avg. price ~ $340, Tickets Available: 48. Select Seats
- Dec 03, 2026, 7:00 PM Thu — BALLET, High Demand: The Washington Ballet: The Nutcracker at Warner Theatre - DC • 1847 seats, 513 13th Street NW, Washington, DC 20004, US. From $71, Avg. price ~ $272, Tickets Available: 1087. Select Seats
- Dec 03, 2026, 7:00 PM Thu — BASKETBALL, Best Value: Capital City Go-Go vs. Long Island Nets at CareFirst Arena • 4200 seats, 1100 Oak Drive, Washington, DC 20032, US. From $11, Avg. price ~ $26, Tickets Available: 295. Select Seats
- Dec 03, 2026, 7:30 PM Thu — MUSICAL / PLAY, High Demand: Hell's Kitchen - The Musical at National Theatre - DC • 1705 seats, 1321 Pennsylvania Ave Nw, Washington, DC 20004, US. From $93, Avg. price ~ $221, Tickets Available: 502. Select Seats
- Dec 03, 2026, 8:00 PM Thu — MUSICAL / PLAY: Upon This Rock at Union Stage - DC • 450 seats, 740 Water Street SW, Washington, DC 20024, US. From $36, Avg. price ~ $44, 24 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Dec 04, 2026, 5:00 PM Fri — MUSICAL / PLAY: A Drunk Christmas Carol at Sage Theatre - DC, 1100 13th Street NW, Washington, DC 20005, US. From $80, Avg. price ~ $309, Tickets Available: 56. Select Seats
- Dec 04, 2026, 7:00 PM Fri — BALLET, High Demand: The Washington Ballet: The Nutcracker at Warner Theatre - DC • 1847 seats, 513 13th Street NW, Washington, DC 20004, US. From $76, Avg. price ~ $303, Tickets Available: 763. Select Seats
- Dec 04, 2026, 7:00 PM Fri — MUSICAL / PLAY: A Drunk Christmas Carol at Sage Theatre - DC, 1100 13th Street NW, Washington, DC 20005, US. From $80, Avg. price ~ $323, Tickets Available: 60. Select Seats
- Dec 04, 2026, 7:30 PM Fri — MUSICAL / PLAY, Pay Later Available: A Midsummer Night's Dream at Sidney Harman Hall, 610 F St. Nw, Washington, DC 20004, US. From $158, Avg. price ~ $217, 27 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Dec 04, 2026, 7:30 PM Fri — MUSICAL / PLAY, High Demand, Pay Later Available: A Christmas Carol at Ford's Theatre • 661 seats, 511 10th Street, Washington, DC 20004, US. From $288, Avg. price ~ $763, 22 tickets remaining! Select Seats
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All Shows in December
Featured musicals, plays, and high-demand theater productions across Washington and surrounding areas.
A Christmas Carol
511 10th Street, Washington, DC 20004
Upcoming Shows 1843
Dec 01, 2026 7:00 PM
A Drunk Christmas Carol
1100 13th Street NW, Washington, DC 20005
Upcoming Shows 481
Dec 01, 2026 7:00 PM
The Nutcracker
513 13th Street NW, Washington, DC 20004
Upcoming Shows 2174
Dec 01, 2026 7:00 PM
Hell's Kitchen - The Musical
1321 Pennsylvania Ave Nw, Washington, DC 20004
Upcoming Shows 270
Dec 01, 2026 7:30 PM
Capital City Go-Go
1100 Oak Drive, Washington, DC 20032
Upcoming Shows 43
Dec 03, 2026 7:00 PM
Upon This Rock
740 Water Street SW, Washington, DC 20024
Upcoming Shows 1
Dec 03, 2026 8:00 PM
A Midsummer Night's Dream
610 F St. Nw, Washington, DC 20004
Upcoming Shows 131
Dec 04, 2026 7:30 PM
Supersonic - Tribute to Oasis
740 Water Street SW, Washington, DC 20024
Upcoming Shows 1
Dec 04, 2026 8:00 PM
Plain English With Derek Thompson Live
620 T Street, Washington, DC 20001
Upcoming Shows 1
Dec 08, 2026 7:30 PM
Waitress
1321 Pennsylvania Ave Nw, Washington, DC 20004
Upcoming Shows 176
Dec 08, 2026 7:30 PM
Daily Stoic Live
770 M St SE, Washington, DC 20003
Upcoming Shows 1
Dec 09, 2026 7:00 PM
Fox Nation Patriot Awards
1776 D Street NW, Washington, DC 20006
Upcoming Shows 1
Dec 10, 2026 7:00 PM
The Jazz Room - A Journey to the Heart of New Orleans
Stereo Garden at The Comedy Loft of DC, Washington, DC
Upcoming Shows 42
Dec 11, 2026 6:30 PM
Nueva Era: New Play Festival
3333 14th St NW, Washington, DC 20010
Upcoming Shows 3
Dec 11, 2026 7:00 PM
Octave Cat
33 Pearl Street SW, Washington, DC 20024
Upcoming Shows 1
Dec 11, 2026 8:00 PM
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Theaters hosting live shows
Explore theaters and performing arts centers hosting live shows across Washington and surrounding areas.
9:30 Club
Washington, DC
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Alden Theatre
Mclean, VA
Theatre
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Birchmere Music Hall
Alexandria, VA
Live Entertainment Venue
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Capital One Hall
Tysons Corner, VA
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Shows 5
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Capital Turnaround
Washington, DC
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Shows 1
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CareFirst Arena
Washington, DC
Arena
Upcoming Shows 3
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DAR Constitution Hall
Washington, DC
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Shows 1
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DC Improv
Washington, DC
Comedy Club
Upcoming Shows 1
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Ford's Theatre
Washington, DC
Theatre
Upcoming Shows 43
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GALA Hispanic Theatre
Washington, DC
Theatre
Upcoming Shows 3
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Howard Theatre - DC
Washington, DC
Theatre
Upcoming Shows 1
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Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library
Washington, DC
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Shows 2
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Music Center At Strathmore
North Bethesda, MD
Arena
Upcoming Shows 3
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National Theatre - DC
Washington, DC
Theatre
Upcoming Shows 35
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Pearl Street Warehouse
Washington, DC
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Shows 1
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Sage Theatre - DC
Washington, DC
Theatre
Upcoming Shows 63
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Sanford Pentagon
Sioux Falls, SD
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Shows 2
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Sidney Harman Hall
Washington, DC
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Shows 28
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Silver Spring Stage
Silver Spring, MD
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Shows 1
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Stereo Garden at The Comedy Loft of DC
Washington, DC
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Live Shows FAQ
Quick answers about live stage shows, theatre productions, and entertainment performances happening in Washington during December 2026.
What live shows are happening in Washington during December 2026?
The schedule may include theatre productions, ballet, opera, circus performances, magic shows, family entertainment, and touring stage productions across Washington and nearby areas.
Are live show schedules updated regularly?
Yeah. New performances and additional dates are added often as venues announce updated entertainment schedules throughout December.
What types of venues host live shows in Washington?
Live shows are commonly hosted at theatres, casinos, resorts, performing arts centers, and entertainment venues across the city.
Are family-friendly live shows available?
Absolutely. Many venues feature family productions, circus performances, seasonal shows, and all-ages stage entertainment throughout the month.
Do live shows happen every week in December?
Most major venues host performances throughout the week, with weekends typically offering the largest number of live shows and stage productions.
Are touring productions included in the schedule?
Yes. Many national and international touring productions stop in Washington during December 2026.
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