Explore 97 shows taking place across Washington during October 2026. The next scheduled performance takes place at Ford's Theatre on October 1, 2026. Discover Broadway tours, theatre productions, comedy performances, family shows, and live entertainment throughout the city.
Washington Shows in October 2026
Browse shows, theatre, comedy, Broadway, and live performances.
Browse 97 shows happening across Washington during October 2026. The next scheduled performance takes place at Ford's Theatre on October 1, 2026. Explore fall productions, Broadway tours, comedy performances, and more live entertainment throughout the month.
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Schedules are updated regularly as new events and productions are announced.Updated Daily • Upcoming Shows: 97
- Oct0120262:00 PMThuMUSICAL / PLAYCome From AwayFord's Theatre • 661 seatsFord's Theatre
20004, 511 10th Street Washington, DC20004, 511 10th Street Washington, DC, USFrom $465Avg. price ~ $600Tickets Available: 31View Tickets - Oct0120267:00 PMThuMUSICAL / PLAYCome From AwayFord's Theatre • 661 seatsFord's Theatre20004, 511 10th Street Washington, DC20004, 511 10th Street Washington, DC, USFrom $47Avg. price ~ $239Tickets Available: 112View Tickets
- Oct0120267:30 PMThuMUSICAL / PLAYHigh DemandDirty DancingNational Theatre - DC • 1705 seatsNational Theatre - DC20004, 1321 Pennsylvania Ave Nw Washington, DC20004, 1321 Pennsylvania Ave Nw Washington, DC, USFrom $101Avg. price ~ $224Tickets Available: 311View Tickets
- Oct0120268:00 PMThuMUSICAL / PLAYShear MadnessKennedy Center Theatre Lab20566, 2700 F Street Nw Washington, DC20566, 2700 F Street Nw Washington, DC, USFrom $99Avg. price ~ $11616 tickets remaining!View Tickets
- Oct0120268:00 PMThuMUSICAL / PLAYMerrily We Roll AlongThe Max at Signature Theatre - Arlington22206, 4200 Campbell Ave. Arlington, VA22206, 4200 Campbell Ave. Arlington, VA, USFrom $67Avg. price ~ $17712 tickets remaining!View Tickets
- Oct0220267:30 PMFriMUSICAL / PLAYHigh DemandDirty DancingNational Theatre - DC • 1705 seatsNational Theatre - DC20004, 1321 Pennsylvania Ave Nw Washington, DC20004, 1321 Pennsylvania Ave Nw Washington, DC, USFrom $100Avg. price ~ $229Tickets Available: 499View Tickets
- Oct0220267:30 PMFriMUSICAL / PLAYCome From AwayFord's Theatre • 661 seatsFord's Theatre20004, 511 10th Street Washington, DC20004, 511 10th Street Washington, DC, USFrom $65Avg. price ~ $140Tickets Available: 118View Tickets
- Oct0220268:00 PMFriMUSICAL / PLAYShear MadnessKennedy Center Theatre Lab20566, 2700 F Street Nw Washington, DC20566, 2700 F Street Nw Washington, DC, USFrom $99Avg. price ~ $11616 tickets remaining!View Tickets
- Oct0220268:00 PMFriMUSICAL / PLAYMerrily We Roll AlongThe Max at Signature Theatre - Arlington22206, 4200 Campbell Ave. Arlington, VA22206, 4200 Campbell Ave. Arlington, VA, USFrom $65Avg. price ~ $167Tickets Available: 115View Tickets
- Oct0220268:00 PMFriMUSICAL / PLAYBest ValueThe Game's AfootF. Scott Fitzgerald Theatre20851, 603 Edmonston Dr Rockville, MD20851, 603 Edmonston Dr Rockville, MD, USFrom $33Avg. price ~ $40Tickets Available: 103View Tickets
- Oct0320262:00 PMSatMUSICAL / PLAYWeekend EventCome From AwayFord's Theatre • 661 seatsFord's Theatre20004, 511 10th Street Washington, DC20004, 511 10th Street Washington, DC, USFrom $76Avg. price ~ $141Tickets Available: 159View Tickets
- Oct0320262:00 PMSatMUSICAL / PLAYHigh DemandWeekend EventDirty DancingNational Theatre - DC • 1705 seatsNational Theatre - DC20004, 1321 Pennsylvania Ave Nw Washington, DC20004, 1321 Pennsylvania Ave Nw Washington, DC, USFrom $107Avg. price ~ $208Tickets Available: 195View Tickets
- Oct0320262:00 PMSatMUSICAL / PLAYWeekend EventMerrily We Roll AlongThe Max at Signature Theatre - Arlington22206, 4200 Campbell Ave. Arlington, VA22206, 4200 Campbell Ave. Arlington, VA, USFrom $65Avg. price ~ $19622 tickets remaining!View Tickets
- Oct0320265:00 PMSatMUSICAL / PLAYWeekend EventShear MadnessKennedy Center Theatre Lab20566, 2700 F Street Nw Washington, DC20566, 2700 F Street Nw Washington, DC, USFrom $99Avg. price ~ $11616 tickets remaining!View Tickets
- Oct0320267:30 PMSatMUSICAL / PLAYWeekend EventCome From AwayFord's Theatre • 661 seatsFord's Theatre20004, 511 10th Street Washington, DC20004, 511 10th Street Washington, DC, USFrom $65Avg. price ~ $137Tickets Available: 169View Tickets
- Oct0320267:30 PMSatMUSICAL / PLAYHigh DemandWeekend EventDirty DancingNational Theatre - DC • 1705 seatsNational Theatre - DC20004, 1321 Pennsylvania Ave Nw Washington, DC20004, 1321 Pennsylvania Ave Nw Washington, DC, USFrom $97Avg. price ~ $215Tickets Available: 494View Tickets
- Oct0320268:00 PMSatMUSICAL / PLAYWeekend EventShear MadnessKennedy Center Theatre Lab20566, 2700 F Street Nw Washington, DC20566, 2700 F Street Nw Washington, DC, USFrom $99Avg. price ~ $11616 tickets remaining!View Tickets
- Oct0320268:00 PMSatMUSICAL / PLAYWeekend EventMerrily We Roll AlongThe Max at Signature Theatre - Arlington22206, 4200 Campbell Ave. Arlington, VA22206, 4200 Campbell Ave. Arlington, VA, USFrom $68Avg. price ~ $19622 tickets remaining!View Tickets
- Oct0320268:00 PMSatMUSICAL / PLAYBest ValueWeekend EventThe Game's AfootF. Scott Fitzgerald Theatre20851, 603 Edmonston Dr Rockville, MD20851, 603 Edmonston Dr Rockville, MD, USFrom $33Avg. price ~ $40Tickets Available: 81View Tickets
- Oct0420261:00 PMSunMUSICAL / PLAYWeekend EventCome From AwayFord's Theatre • 661 seatsFord's Theatre20004, 511 10th Street Washington, DC20004, 511 10th Street Washington, DC, USFrom $65Avg. price ~ $180Tickets Available: 124View Tickets
- Oct0420262:00 PMSunMUSICAL / PLAYBest ValueWeekend EventThe Game's AfootF. Scott Fitzgerald Theatre20851, 603 Edmonston Dr Rockville, MD20851, 603 Edmonston Dr Rockville, MD, USFrom $33Avg. price ~ $40Tickets Available: 84View Tickets
- Oct0420262:00 PMSunMUSICAL / PLAYWeekend EventMerrily We Roll AlongThe Max at Signature Theatre - Arlington22206, 4200 Campbell Ave. Arlington, VA22206, 4200 Campbell Ave. Arlington, VA, USFrom $67Avg. price ~ $166Tickets Available: 94View Tickets
- Oct0420262:00 PMSunMUSICAL / PLAYHigh DemandWeekend EventDirty DancingNational Theatre - DC • 1705 seatsNational Theatre - DC20004, 1321 Pennsylvania Ave Nw Washington, DC20004, 1321 Pennsylvania Ave Nw Washington, DC, USFrom $100Avg. price ~ $214Tickets Available: 266View Tickets
- Oct0420263:00 PMSunMUSICAL / PLAYWeekend EventShear MadnessKennedy Center Theatre Lab20566, 2700 F Street Nw Washington, DC20566, 2700 F Street Nw Washington, DC, USFrom $99Avg. price ~ $11616 tickets remaining!View Tickets
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Musicals & Plays
91 Upcoming Shows
ADULT
3 Upcoming Shows
BALLET
1 Upcoming Shows
Family Shows
1 Upcoming Shows
DANCE
1 Upcoming Shows
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Browse upcoming shows in Washington this month, including magic performances, family entertainment, ballet, opera, dance productions, circus events, festivals, and touring live shows.
Washington Show Venues
Explore theaters, casinos, performing arts centers, arenas, and entertainment venues hosting live shows in Washington and nearby areas.
9:30 Club
Washington, DC
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Shows: 1
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Capital One Hall
Tysons Corner, VA
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Shows: 6
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Capital Plaza Mall
Hyattsville, MD
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Shows: 19
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F. Scott Fitzgerald Theatre
Rockville, MD
Theatre
Upcoming Shows: 28
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Ford's Theatre
Washington, DC
Theatre
Upcoming Shows: 37
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Howard Theatre - DC
Washington, DC
Theatre
Upcoming Shows: 2
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Kennedy Center Eisenhower Theater
Washington, DC
Theatre
Upcoming Shows: 24
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Kennedy Center Opera House
Washington, DC
Cultural Venue
Upcoming Shows: 8
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Kennedy Center Terrace Theater
Washington, DC
Theatre
Upcoming Shows: 16
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Kennedy Center Theatre Lab
Washington, DC
Theatre
Upcoming Shows: 8
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Kreeger Theatre at the Mead Center for American Theater
Washington, DC
Theatre
Upcoming Shows: 38
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Lisner Auditorium
Washington, DC
Theatre
Upcoming Shows: 1
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Michael R. Klein Theatre
Washington, DC
Theatre
Upcoming Shows: 4
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Music Center At Strathmore
North Bethesda, MD
Arena
Upcoming Shows: 4
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National Theatre - DC
Washington, DC
Theatre
Upcoming Shows: 247
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Sage Theatre - DC
Washington, DC
Theatre
Upcoming Shows: 89
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The Ark at Signature Theatre - Arlington
Arlington, VA
Theatre
Upcoming Shows: 132
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The Cellar At The Comedy Loft of DC
Washington, DC
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Shows: 2
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The Max at Signature Theatre - Arlington
Arlington, VA
Theatre
Upcoming Shows: 292
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The Stacks - DC
Washington, DC
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Shows: 7
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Explore theaters, comedy clubs, casinos, arenas, stadiums, performing arts centers, and entertainment venues hosting live shows throughout Washington and nearby areas. Venue schedules and upcoming performances are updated regularly.
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About Washington Shows in October
October Shows FAQ
Common questions about shows during October 2026.
What shows are happening in Washington during October 2026?
Browse theatre performances, comedy shows, Broadway productions, family entertainment, dance performances, and live stage events.
How often is the show schedule updated?
Schedules and event listings are updated regularly as new performances and productions are announced.
Where can I buy tickets for shows?
Tickets may be available through venues, promoters, official ticketing providers, and authorized ticket marketplaces.
Which venues host the most shows?
Major theatres, performing arts centers, casinos, comedy clubs, and entertainment venues typically host the most performances.
Are family-friendly shows available?
Yes. Many venues present family entertainment, children's productions, magic shows, and seasonal attractions.
Can I find last-minute show tickets?
Availability varies by event, but many performances continue to offer ticket options as show dates approach.
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