Washington DC Events This Weekend

Concerts, sports, theatre, comedy, festivals, and live entertainment happening this weekend.

Updated: September 30, 2026

Find things to do in Washington DC this weekend with 126 concerts, sports, theater, comedy, and family shows to choose from Friday, Saturday & Sunday. Next event: October 2, 2026 at 9:30 Club. Tickets as low as $18. Average ticket price: $467.

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Buffalo Traffic Jam
Oct 2 · 6:00 PM · Washington, DC
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  • Oct
    02
    2026
    6:00 PM
    Fri
    ALTERNATIVE
    Buffalo Traffic Jam
    9:30 Club • 1,200 seats
    9:30 Club
    location20001, 815 V St. N.w.  Washington, DClocation20001, 815 V St. N.w. Washington, DC, US
    From $217Avg. price ~ $467Tickets Remaining: 21
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  • Oct
    02
    2026
    7:00 PM
    Fri
    JAZZ / BLUES
    Benito Gonzalez
    Blues Alley
    Blues Alley
    location20007, 1073 Wisconsin Ave Nw  Washington, DClocation20007, 1073 Wisconsin Ave Nw Washington, DC, US
    From $85Avg. price ~ $106Tickets Remaining: 22
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  • Oct
    02
    2026
    7:00 PM
    Fri
    POP / ROCK
    Bear Ghost
    Black Cat - DC • 700 seats
    Black Cat - DC
    location20009, 1831 14th Street  Washington, DClocation20009, 1831 14th Street Washington, DC, US
    From $43Avg. price ~ $56Tickets Remaining: 12
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  • Oct
    02
    2026
    7:00 PM
    Fri
    ALTERNATIVE
    High Demand
    Weezer, The Shins & Silversun Pickups
    Capital One Arena • 20,356 seats
    Capital One Arena
    location20004, 601 F Streets NW  Washington, DClocation20004, 601 F Streets NW Washington, DC, US
    From $71Avg. price ~ $283Tickets Available: 305
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  • Oct
    02
    2026
    7:00 PM
    Fri
    COMEDY
    Kanan Gill
    Capital One Hall
    Capital One Hall
    location22102, 7750 Capital One Tower Rd.  Tysons Corner, VAlocation22102, 7750 Capital One Tower Rd. Tysons Corner, VA, US
    From $35Avg. price ~ $79Tickets Available: 682
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  • Oct
    02
    2026
    7:00 PM
    Fri
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    Drunk Dracula
    Sage Theatre - DC
    Sage Theatre - DC
    location20005, 1100 13th Street NW  Washington, DClocation20005, 1100 13th Street NW Washington, DC, US
    From $121Avg. price ~ $140Tickets Remaining: 8
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  • Oct
    02
    2026
    7:00 PM
    Fri
    COMEDY
    Josh Johnson
    DAR Constitution Hall • 7,300 seats
    DAR Constitution Hall
    location20006, 1776 D Street NW  Washington, DClocation20006, 1776 D Street NW Washington, DC, US
    From $91Avg. price ~ $706Tickets Available: 62
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  • Oct
    02
    2026
    7:00 PM
    Fri
    R&B / SOUL
    Daley
    Howard Theatre - DC • 600 seats
    Howard Theatre - DC
    location20001, 620 T Street  Washington, DClocation20001, 620 T Street Washington, DC, US
    From $58Avg. price ~ $76Tickets Remaining: 18
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  • Oct
    02
    2026
    7:00 PM
    Fri
    POP / ROCK
    Best Value
    Asha Banks
    The Atlantis
    The Atlantis
    location20001, 2047 9th Street NW  Washington, DClocation20001, 2047 9th Street NW Washington, DC, US
    From $18Avg. price ~ $33Tickets Remaining: 17
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  • Oct
    02
    2026
    7:00 PM
    Fri
    COMEDY
    April Macie
    Arlington Cinema and Drafthouse
    Arlington Cinema and Drafthouse
    location22204, 2903 Columbia Pike  Arlington, VAlocation22204, 2903 Columbia Pike Arlington, VA, US
    From $41Avg. price ~ $59Tickets Remaining: 28
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  • Oct
    02
    2026
    7:30 PM
    Fri
    ALTERNATIVE
    The Format
    Lincoln Theatre - DC • 1,250 seats
    Lincoln Theatre - DC
    location20009, 1215 U St Nw  Washington, DClocation20009, 1215 U St Nw Washington, DC, US
    From $32Avg. price ~ $46Tickets Remaining: 16
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  • Oct
    02
    2026
    7:30 PM
    Fri
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    High Demand
    Dirty Dancing
    National Theatre - DC • 1,705 seats
    National Theatre - DC
    location20004, 1321 Pennsylvania Ave Nw  Washington, DClocation20004, 1321 Pennsylvania Ave Nw Washington, DC, US
    From $157Avg. price ~ $372Tickets Available: 88
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  • Oct
    02
    2026
    7:30 PM
    Fri
    COMEDY
    Leah Lamarr
    The Cellar At The Comedy Loft of DC
    The Cellar At The Comedy Loft of DC
    location20037, 1523 22nd Street NW  Washington, DClocation20037, 1523 22nd Street NW Washington, DC, US
    From $33Avg. price ~ $142Tickets Available: 57
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  • Oct
    02
    2026
    7:30 PM
    Fri
    COMEDY
    Katie Boyle
    The Comedy Loft of DC
    The Comedy Loft of DC
    location20037, 1523 22nd St NW  Washington, DClocation20037, 1523 22nd St NW Washington, DC, US
    From $61Avg. price ~ $97Tickets Available: 32
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  • Oct
    02
    2026
    7:30 PM
    Fri
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    Come From Away
    Ford's Theatre • 661 seats
    Ford's Theatre
    location20004, 511 10th Street  Washington, DClocation20004, 511 10th Street Washington, DC, US
    Avg. price ~ $998Tickets Remaining: 4
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  • Oct
    02
    2026
    7:30 PM
    Fri
    COMEDY
    Fahim Anwar
    DC Improv
    DC Improv
    location20036, 1140 Connecticut Avenue N.W.  Washington, DClocation20036, 1140 Connecticut Avenue N.W. Washington, DC, US
    From $42Avg. price ~ $88Tickets Available: 32
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  • Oct
    02
    2026
    7:30 PM
    Fri
    COMEDY
    Red Richardson
    Lounge Showroom At DC Improv • 60 seats
    Lounge Showroom At DC Improv
    location20036, 1140 Connecticut Ave.  Washington, DClocation20036, 1140 Connecticut Ave. Washington, DC, US
    From $38Avg. price ~ $51Tickets Available: 30
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  • Oct
    02
    2026
    7:30 PM
    Fri
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    The Score - Play With Brian Cox
    The Score - Play With Brian Cox
    Sidney Harman Hall
    Sidney Harman Hall
    location20004, 610 F St. Nw  Washington, DClocation20004, 610 F St. Nw Washington, DC, US
    From $95Avg. price ~ $191Tickets Available: 44
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  • Oct
    02
    2026
    7:30 PM
    Fri
    COUNTRY / FOLK
    Martin Sexton
    Birchmere Music Hall
    Birchmere Music Hall
    location22305, 3701 Mt. Vernon Ave,  Alexandria, VAlocation22305, 3701 Mt. Vernon Ave, Alexandria, VA, US
    From $71Avg. price ~ $82Tickets Remaining: 12
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  • Oct
    02
    2026
    7:30 PM
    Fri
    ALTERNATIVE
    Pennywise
    The Fillmore Silver Spring • 2,000 seats
    The Fillmore Silver Spring
    location20910, 8656 Colesville Road  Silver Spring, MDlocation20910, 8656 Colesville Road Silver Spring, MD, US
    From $31Avg. price ~ $90Tickets Available: 74
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  • Oct
    02
    2026
    8:00 PM
    Fri
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    Shear Madness
    Kennedy Center Theatre Lab
    Kennedy Center Theatre Lab
    location20566, 2700 F Street Nw  Washington, DClocation20566, 2700 F Street Nw Washington, DC, US
    Avg. price ~ $1027Tickets Remaining: 8
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  • Oct
    02
    2026
    8:00 PM
    Fri
    POP / ROCK
    Wave To Earth
    Wave To Earth
    The Anthem - D.C. • 6,000 seats
    The Anthem - D.C.
    location20024, 690 Water Street.  Washington, DClocation20024, 690 Water Street. Washington, DC, US
    From $82Avg. price ~ $124Tickets Remaining: 26
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  • Oct
    02
    2026
    8:00 PM
    Fri
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    Merrily We Roll Along
    The Max at Signature Theatre - Arlington
    The Max at Signature Theatre - Arlington
    location22206, 4200 Campbell Ave.  Arlington, VAlocation22206, 4200 Campbell Ave. Arlington, VA, US
    From $71Avg. price ~ $173Tickets Available: 64
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  • Oct
    02
    2026
    8:00 PM
    Fri
    JAZZ / BLUES
    Black Violin
    Warner Theatre - DC • 1,847 seats
    Warner Theatre - DC
    location20004, 513 13th Street NW  Washington, DClocation20004, 513 13th Street NW Washington, DC, US
    From $103Avg. price ~ $170Tickets Available: 273
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Events This Weekend FAQ

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What events are happening this weekend in Washington DC?

Concerts, sports events, theatre performances, comedy shows, festivals, family attractions, and live entertainment are scheduled throughout the weekend.

How often is the weekend calendar updated?

Weekend event listings are updated regularly as new events, schedules, venues, and ticket information become available.

Can I find events happening tonight?

Yes. Use filters to browse events happening Friday night, Saturday night, Sunday evening, and throughout the weekend.

What are the most popular weekend event categories?

Concerts, sports, theatre, comedy, festivals, family entertainment, and attractions are among the most popular categories.

Can I compare tickets for weekend events?

Yes. Many listings include ticket options, seating choices, VIP packages, and availability from trusted ticket marketplaces.

Are family-friendly events available this weekend?

Yes. Family attractions, children's shows, festivals, sporting events, and entertainment experiences are available throughout the weekend.

Which venues host the most weekend events?

Arenas, stadiums, theatres, concert halls, clubs, casinos, parks, and entertainment venues frequently host weekend events.

Are events available outside Washington DC?

Yes. The calendar may include nearby suburbs, entertainment districts, regional venues, and destinations within driving distance.

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