🤠 Washington, DC Events: August 16–August 22, 2026

Week of August 16, 2026

Hey DC! Here's your curated guide to what's happening in the nation's capital this week. From free concerts at the Kennedy Center to Foo Fighters at Nationals Park, DC sports with the Mystics and DC United, the Freedom 250 Grand Prix, and the always-buzzing Eastern Market — it's a big week. Most of these are ticketed shows, so grab your spots early. As always, a few free gems are in there too.

Events this week

• Business spotlight

  9:30 Club — DC's Legendary Music Venue

  at 9:30 Club, 815 V St NW, Washington, DC 20001

  DC's legendary independent music venue has been the heartbeat of the city's live music scene since 1980. Catch Foo Fighters, MCR, Koe Wetzel, and more this week — all at one of the most storied stages in the country.

  Venue page for 9:30 Club, 815 V St NW, Washington, DC 20001Official source for 9:30 Club — DC's Legendary Music Venue

• Community spotlight

  DC Central Kitchen

  at DC Central Kitchen, 425 2nd St NW, Washington, DC 20001

  DC Central Kitchen fights hunger and poverty by training unemployed adults for culinary careers and delivering fresh meals to shelters and schools across the District. Volunteer, donate, or just spread the word.

  Venue page for DC Central Kitchen, 425 2nd St NW, Washington, DC 20001Official source for DC Central Kitchen

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