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Explore creativity around every corner — art is taking over the District after dark! Art All Night brings two free nights of creativity featuring 100+ artists to neighborhoods across all eight wards of Washington, DC, from September 11-12, 2026.
Expect painting, photography, sculpture, crafts, fashion, music, dance, theater, film, and poetry in indoor and outdoor spaces, including public spaces, local shops, and restaurants. Each night features different activities, making night two a whole new experience!
What started in Shaw in 2011 has grown into one of DC’s largest cultural celebrations, drawing more than 250,000 people and 1,200 artists and performers in 2025.
Before heading out, download the Art All Night app from the App Store or Google Play. Its color-coded maps, quick filters, and event search make it easy to plan a route through the neighborhoods you want to explore.
Admission is free.
Dates:
Sept 11-12, 2026
Location:
Various Locations ∙ Washington, DC
Disclaimer: Event details are curated from public sources and subject to change. Verify all information via the provided links before attending.
