June 1-7, 2026: Upperville Colt and Horse Show The 173rd anniversary of the oldest horse show in America runs June 1-7, 2026. During this week, the nation's top ranked hunters and jumpers will compete alongside the local ponies, sidesaddle ladies and the future of the sport in Hunter Breeding and leadline classes.
June 14-16, 2026: Clipper Round the World Yacht Race Stopover at The Wharf DC which will once again be a host port.
June 18-21, 2026: Clipper Fleet Week at The Wharf DC, featuring a series of maritime events, ship tours, and naval demonstrations.
June 22, 2026: Departure from the Wharf DC. Will include the Clipper Fleet Parade along the Potomac River, showcasing the impressive fleet of racing yachts and providing a spectacular sight for spectators along the waterfront.
June 25 - July 10, 2026: The Great American State Fair on the National Mall will be one of the most boldest and biggest situated on the National Mall with pavilions representing all 50 states and US territories.
June 27-28, 2026: 34th Annual Giant BBQ Battle - Pennsylvania Ave, NW (3rd to 7th Streets) Washington, DC. It’s a celebration of flavor, fun, and the heart of the nation’s capital you won’t want to miss!
July 1-10, 2026: The Great American State Fair continues on the National Mall with pavilions representing all 50 states and US territories.
July 4, 2026: Salute to America: The Nation’s 250th Birthday Fireworks Celebration The pinnacle of Freedom 250’s year-long festivities is a massive Independence Day event on the National Mall in Washington, DC. This celebration is expected to feature live performances from top artists, a grand fireworks display, and a reenactment of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.
July 11-19, 2026: The FIFA World Cup 2026 Fan Zone Washington DC will be set against the backdrop of America's 250th anniversary celebration and will serve as a premier destination for fans from across the country and around the world to gather in the nation's capital. The fan zone will feature live match viewing, interactive exhibits, youth programming, cultural showcases, food, music, and family-friendly activations designed to engage visitors of all ages.
July 31 - August 2, 2026: Otakon - held at the Washington Convention Center, this is Washington, DC's premier anime convention, featuring panels, screenings, cosplay contests, and a marketplace for anime and manga enthusiasts.
July 31 - August 2, 2026: Otakon - held at the Washington Convention Center, this is Washington, DC's premier anime convention, featuring panels, screenings, cosplay contests, and a marketplace for anime and manga enthusiasts.
August 3-10, 2026: Great American Farmers Market
August 23, 2026: The Freedom 250 Grand Prix of Washington, D.C., will take place Aug. 22-23, 2026, marking the first‑ever NTT INDYCAR SERIES race on the National Mall. The free, two-day motorsports event will celebrate America’s 250th anniversary with world‑class racing set against the backdrop of some of America’s most historic landmarks, including the Washington Monument and the US Capitol.