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Things to Do in Washington, DC: Events, Live Music & What's On This Week

From the Kennedy Center and the Smithsonian museums to the National Mall, WOW Washington is your guide to what's on, and where, in Washington, DC.

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Top 10 Things to Do in Washington, DC This Week

10 standout Washington, DC events from the Evvnt calendar this week, from live music and comedy to sports and family days out. All times Eastern.

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  1. Atsuko Okatsuka: The Big Bowl Tour

    Warner Theatre

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  2. Chris Lorenzo

    Echostage

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  3. Laufvergnügen (Half/10k/5k)

    Fletcher's Cove

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  4. Chamber Music Concert - DCCM 2026–27 Season Opener

    St Thomas Episcopal Church

    Join the DC Chamber Musicians as they launch the 26–27 Season at St. Thomas' Parish Episcopal Church in the heart of…

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  5. Paris Paloma: The Fatal Flaw Tour

    9:30 CLUB

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  6. Profs & Pints DC: A Guide to Witches

    Penn Social

    Profs and Pints DC presents: “A Guide to Witches,” on the figure of the witch in history, legend, and fairy tales, with…

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  7. Controversies in Dialysis Access (CiDA) Symposium - October 29-31, 2026, The Capital Hilton, DC

    Capital Hilton

    The Controversies in Dialysis Access (CiDA) meeting is the leading educational forum for surgeons, radiologists…

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  8. Masks & Motives: An Immersive Halloween Whodunit Experience

    Viceroy Washington DC

    Celebrate Halloween with masks, motives, and mystery at this immersive whodunit dinner experience at Viceroy Washington…

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  9. Eivør

    Howard Theatre

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  10. The Washington Ballet's Go-Go 50

    Warner Theatre

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