There are so many things to do in and around D.C. this week that it might be overwhelming to decide what to do. But this is exactly why Secret D.C. aims to make your life easier by creating this list of the best things to do in D.C. this week.
There’s also something fun in the district, whether it be a limited-time exhibit, a big show coming to town, or even opening a new place to eat or drink!
So, without further ado, here is our list of the most exciting activities to enjoy in D.C. this week:
This new immersive museum will unleash your inner child
Bubble Planet is headed to D.C., so if you love museums that double as photo ops, you’re going to love it!
This interactive exhibit has 10 different rooms, all with different themes, colors, and sights. Bubbles ranging from soapy baths to smoke-filled orbs to balloons will allow you to float through a magical story that you likely haven’t experienced before.
Open Tuesdays through Sundays from 10 am to 5 pm, Hillwood Estate, Museum & Gardens is a D.C. gem. Visitors are invited to explore an extravagant mansion, grab a bite to eat at Merriweather Café, and soak up the lush beauty of the outdoor gardens.
Tickets for adults are $15, with various discounts available for seniors, students, and children. Plan your visit here!
There’s no better place to pay respects on Memorial Day than here in D.C., where the city hosts some of the best events of the year, from the National Parade, National Concert, and events at the nation’s biggest cemetery for military veterans.
Held in York, Pennsylvania—a little over 1.5 hours from Washington, D.C.—the York State Fair traces its origins all the way back to 1765, making it the oldest fair in the United States and predating the signing of the Declaration of Independence by 11 years.
Taking place this week, the York State Fair features 10 days of family-friendly festivities like carnival rides, animal encounters, classic fair food, and more!
Feeling crafty this week?
Featuring paintings, jewelry, candles, and beyond, these hands-on creative classes will unleash your inner maker (and reduce your screen time).
Take a look at some of our favorite DIY classes and workshops here.
One of the most anticipated museum openings of the year, the grand opening of the National Geographic Museum in downtown DC at the Nat Geo HQ, is not something you want to miss!
The museum is going to feature loads of fantastic exhibits, including:
Outdoor nighttime projection experiences in the museum courtyard
- A Photography Gallery showcasing iconic NatGeo imagery
- A Magazine Gallery dedicated to the publication’s storytelling history
- The Archives, featuring rare materials from the Society’s nearly 140-year history
- “Rolex Explorers Landing,” an exhibit following real-world exploration missions from oceans to outer space
This iconic musical experience was once featured at Art Basel and has since toured the nation, becoming one of the most exciting pop-up experiences everywhere it goes!
The experience will only be around for a little bit longer, which means that there is a limited time to visit.
There’s a reason it’s a classic date idea — you can’t beat movies with a snack and a drink!
Now, when you go to a movie at a participating Theater, you can get a discount on your drink and popcorn!
Learn more about discount tickets and vouchers for drinks & snacks here!
Throughout July, visitors can head to the Georgetown boathouse on Fridays to enjoy sunset views, live tunes, and refreshing drinks while relaxing at a riverside picnic table.
Entry is completely free, and happy hour beer prices begin at just $2.12.
Want to elevate your evening with a cocktail? Beverages such as an orange or tequila smash start at as little as $4.24.
No, that’s not a typo!
Taking place this week on Thursday evening, you can attend the ‘Movies on the Lawn’ series on the southeast lawn of the Library of Congress’s Thomas Jefferson Building.
This week’s film is going to be Back to the Future (1985) and will feature a musical performance at 7 pm before the film starts are sunset.
