February’s Best: Top Events & Experiences to Catch

As we approach mid-February, Washington, D.C. offers a variety of engaging events to enjoy. Here's a curated selection of upcoming highlights, according to Washington.org,:

Jazz Wednesday
Date: Wednesdays, February 12, 2025 - March 05, 2025
Experience an evening of live jazz performances at various venues across the city. Local musicians will showcase their talents, providing a perfect ambiance for music enthusiasts.

Hand to God
Date: Now – March 2, 2025
Location: Keegan Theatre, 1742 Church Street NW, Washington, DC 20036
The Keegan Theatre presents a darkly comedic, Tony-nominated play that blends sharp wit with deeper themes of faith, morality, and family. Set in the small religious town of Cypress, Texas, the story follows Jason, a teenager grappling with his father’s passing. He finds solace in a Christian Puppet Ministry—until his puppet, Tyrone, takes on a mind of its own, disrupting his world in unexpected and hilarious ways.

Plan Your Valentine’s Day Date in the District
Date: February 14, 2025
Location: Various venues across Washington, DC
Celebrate love in the heart of the nation’s capital with unforgettable Valentine’s Day experiences. From award-winning dining to captivating theater performances, DC offers countless ways to make the day special. Looking for more inspiration? Explore the full guide to the most romantic spots in the city.

Step Afrika! Step Classic
Date: February 14–16, 2025
Location: Warner Theatre, 513 13th Street NW, Washington, DC 20004
Experience a high-energy celebration of stepping with the inaugural Step Classic, inspired by the rich traditions of HBCU Classics. Hosted by Step Afrika!, this three-day event brings together top step teams from across the country, showcasing the evolution of this powerful art form. Rooted in the legacy of the Divine Nine, the event honors Black heritage, unity, and culture through rhythm, movement, and tradition.

Capitol Hill Volleyball Classic
Date: February 15–17, 2025
Location: Walter E. Washington Convention Center, 801 Allen Y. Lew Place NW, Washington, DC 20001
One of the nation’s largest youth volleyball tournaments returns to Washington, DC for a weekend of high-level competition. Since 2007, the Capitol Hill Volleyball Classic has brought together over 1,000 teams for a premier USA Volleyball seeding tournament, showcasing top young athletes from across the country.

Celebrate Washington’s Birthday in DC
Date: February 17, 2025
Location: Various venues across Washington, DC
Honor George Washington’s birthday and Presidents’ Day with history-filled experiences across the nation’s capital. Take an architecture-focused tour with DC Design Tours (use code DCDESIGNPRES for 10% off), explore monuments and memorials, enjoy presidential dining, or visit George Washington’s Mount Vernon for free.

2025 Capital Orchestra Festival
Date: February 17, 2025
Location: The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, 2700 F Street NW, Washington, DC 20566
Admission: Free (Ticket Required)
Experience an extraordinary night of orchestral music as five talented ensembles from across the country take the stage at the Kennedy Center for this one-night-only festival. The evening’s program features masterful renditions of works by Beethoven, Mozart, Fauré, John Williams, and Camille Saint-Saëns. Admission is free, but tickets are required.

NMWA Nights
Date: February 19, 2025
Location: National Museum of Women in the Arts, 1250 New York Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20005
The National Museum of Women in the Arts’ beloved evening series returns with a February edition packed with creativity and entertainment. Explore the museum through a scavenger hunt, uncovering new narratives in the art on display. Enjoy a DJ duel in the Great Hall featuring Alex Love and Lauren Jay, engage in art-making activities, and sip on drinks with two tickets included with admission. Additional food and beverages will be available for purchase.

Go-Go Museum & Café – Grand Opening
Date: Opens February 19, 2025
Location: 1920 Martin Luther King, Jr. Avenue SE, Washington, DC 20020
Celebrate the opening of DC’s newest cultural landmark, dedicated to the city’s official sound—go-go music. The Go-Go Museum & Café offers an immersive experience showcasing the genre’s history, impact, and evolution, bringing its rhythms and legacy to life. Located in Anacostia, this state-of-the-art space will host special events and ticketed experiences, making it a must-visit for music lovers and history enthusiasts alike.

Shen Yun Performing Arts
Date: February 20 – March 2, 2025
Location: John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, 2700 F Street NW, Washington, DC 20566
Experience the grandeur of 5,000 years of Chinese civilization brought to life through stunning dance, music, and storytelling. The world-renowned Shen Yun Performing Arts returns with a breathtaking new production, blending myth, tradition, and artistry with a live orchestra for an unforgettable cultural journey.

Timeless Mucha: The Magic of Line
Date: February 22 – May 18, 2025
Location: The Phillips Collection, 1600 21st Street NW, Washington, DC 20009
Discover the lasting influence of Art Nouveau pioneer Alphonse Mucha in a new exhibition at The Phillips Collection. Timeless Mucha reexamines his intricate, decorative style and its impact on graphic art over the past 60 years. Explore how psychedelic artists, comic creators, and muralists have drawn inspiration from Mucha’s visionary work, shaping contemporary visual culture.

Shucked
Date: February 25 – March 2, 2025
Location: The National Theatre, 1321 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20004
Broadway’s Tony Award®–winning musical comedy takes the stage at The National Theatre for a limited engagement. Featuring songs by Brandy Clark and Shane McAnally and directed by Jack O’Brien, Shucked delivers a hilarious, heartfelt, and high-energy take on small-town life—with plenty of corn-fed charm and unforgettable music.

DMV Winter Fest
Date: February 28, 2025
Location: Capital One Arena, 601 F Street NW, Washington, DC 20004
Heat up your Friday night with an electrifying lineup of hip-hop’s biggest stars at DMV Winter Fest. Taking over Capital One Arena, the festival features performances by Latto, Bryson Tiller, Hunxho, Jacquees, Skilla Baby, Big Boogie, and more special guests. Don't miss this one-night-only event packed with high-energy beats and unforgettable performances.

Hold On, Change is Coming
Date: Through March 1, 2025
Location: Zenith Gallery, 1429 Iris Street NW, Washington, DC 20012
In honor of Black History Month, Zenith Gallery presents Hold On, Change is Coming, an inspiring exhibition featuring artists who celebrate Black identity, history, and culture through diverse mediums and styles. Each piece in this thoughtfully curated collection is deeply personal and globally recognized, with works displayed in prestigious museums and collections worldwide.

Twilight Zone: Hidden Wonders of the Ocean
Date: Through March 2, 2025 
Location: ARTECHOUSE, 1238 Maryland Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20002
Explore the mysteries of the ocean’s twilight zone in a groundbreaking collaboration between ARTECHOUSE and the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution. This immersive exhibition takes visitors on a 24-minute cinematic journey with 270-degree projections, six interactive installations, and six XR activations, showcasing the vital role these deep-sea creatures play in Earth’s climate regulation. Use code 'AEF10' for discounted tickets.

Source: washington.org