9 Things to Do in Washington DC This Week · October 1–4, 2026

Music & Nightlife

Towa Bird: The Gentleman Tour

Rising guitar-forward artist Towa Bird brings her Gentleman Tour to the intimate Atlantis venue in Shaw.

Thursday, October 1, 2026 · The Atlantis, Shaw

Son Cubano Subterráneo Concert at the Embassy of Cuba

An intimate Cuban music concert inside the Embassy of Cuba, blending son, jazz, and Afro-Cuban traditions in a rare diplomatic setting.

Friday, October 2, 2026 6:30 PM · Embassy of Cuba

Flame Monroe at DC Comedy Loft

Comedian Flame Monroe takes the stage for a special event at the DC Comedy Loft.

Friday, October 2, 2026 7:00 PM · DC Comedy Loft, 1523 22nd St NW

Beirut Nights: Beirut to DC

Culture DC hosts a late-night celebration of Lebanese and Middle Eastern electronic music and culture at the Ivy City venue.

Friday, October 2, 2026 11:00 PM · Culture DC, Ivy City

Arts & Culture

¡Puro Ritmo! The Musical Journey of Salsa

The National Museum of American History presents an immersive program tracing the roots and evolution of salsa music and dance.

Thursday, October 1, 2026 · National Museum of American History, National Mall

Nat Geo Live: Battling Bloodsuckers

National Geographic Live presents a spellbinding talk on the world's most fearsome blood-feeding creatures, just in time for Halloween season.

Thursday, October 1, 2026 7:30 PM · National Geographic Museum

Itzhak Perlman, Violin

Legendary violinist Itzhak Perlman performs with pianist Rohan De Silva in an unmissable recital at the Music Center at Strathmore.

Wednesday, October 14, 2026 7:30 PM · Music Center at Strathmore

Festivals & Special Events

Caribbean Evening at the Embassy of Saint Kitts and Nevis

Celebrate Caribbean culture with food, music, and culture at the Embassy of Saint Kitts and Nevis.

Friday, October 2, 2026 7:30 PM · Embassy of Saint Kitts and Nevis

Family-Friendly

Scavenger Hunt of the Smithsonians

An interactive scavenger hunt through the Smithsonian museums on the National Mall, perfect for curious minds of all ages.

Saturday, October 3, 2026 11:30 AM · National Mall