Washington DC - June 24, 2026

☀️ Summer in the Capital City

Unique experiences, iconic monuments, cool treats & all-American...

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Things To Do This July in DC

Summer's in full swing in the nation’s capital, and July brings some of the season’s biggest experiences.

Celebrate the Fourth of July and America’s 250th with fireworks and the Great American State Fair on the National Mall, discover new attractions like the Lincoln Memorial Undercroft and National Geographic Museum of Exploration and enjoy only-in-DC favorites like Jazz in the Garden and the Mubadala DC Open.

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We Scream for Ice Cream in DC

Beat the heat with inventive flavors, neighborhood favorites and frozen treats from some of the coolest ice cream shops in the nation's capital.

Get the Scoop

Ben’s Chili Bowl restaurant glowing at night along U Street, with its iconic neon signage and pedestrians passing by.

Dig Into
All-American Eats

From DC's iconic half-smokes and juicy burgers to authentic barbecue and ballpark favorites, these local spots serve up classic American flavors with a Capital City twist.

Grab a Bite

Say Hello to the Zoo's Newest Resident

The Smithsonian's National Zoo recently welcomed its newest Asian elephant calf, Linh Mai. Tune in to the newly relaunched Elephant Cam for up-close views of Linh Mai and the rest of the herd. Plus, save the dates for EleFest (Aug. 7-9), a free celebration featuring family-friendly activities, live performances and more.

Take a Look

Adult elephant walking alongside a young elephant calf at the Smithsonian’s National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute.

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Celebrating 50 Years in DC on July 1!

Explore five new galleries, plus stories, activities, programs and IMAX/Planetarium films. Visit for free; passes required.

Reserve Free Passes

Jefferson Memorial illuminated at dusk across the Tidal Basin, framed by out-of-focus leaves in the foreground.

Must-See
Monuments & Memorials

Discover the best ways to tour and visit DC's iconic monuments and memorials, from self-guided strolls to expert-led experiences.

Start Exploring

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Hottest Ticket of the Summer

Mubadala DC Open features multiple Top 10 players, former US Open champions, past DC champions and fan favorites. Don’t miss the action this summer!

Get Your Tickets

Summer Deals in DC

Save 10% on Underground Donut Tour

Museums Off the National Mall

We The People Itinerary: Feast on DC with Top Chef Contestant Chef Anthony Jones

Wasington, DC Center Stage for America's 250th throughout 2026

There's Only One DC250:
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Only-in-DC Events & Experiences

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