Washington D.C. January 2025

Washington D.C. January 2025 Events

Washington D.C. January 2025 Events

D.C. is hot with culture and culinary delights during cold January

Average temperature low and high: 25°- 45°
Temperatures may be in the frosty low 40s during January in Washington, D.C., but luckily, there's a neverending list of things to do indoors. Locals love the Spy Fest at The International Spy Museum, cheering on the Wizards and the Capitals and sipping on gothic-inspired cocktails at the Sleepy Hollow Bar. For those willing to brave the cold, engage in an epic snowball fight, or ice skating, and enjoy Chinatown's Chinese New Year bash. And don't miss D.C.'s Restaurant Week. Bookmark this page for upcoming events.

January Event Calendar

MLK Holiday DC Parade and Festival

MLK Holiday DC Parade and Festival

DC is the home of the Washington Nation Cathedral, the church where Dr. Martin Luther King preached his last Sunday sermon before his assassination, and the Martin Luther King Jr. memorial. Join the Peace Walk and Parade celebrating MLK weekend and the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King. The parade begins at noon at 2700 MLK Avenue SE and continues to Anacostia Park for a free festival. Visit the official website for more.

Magic City Hippies

Miami Beach's Magic City Hippies deliver their unique fusion of alt-pop and psych-funk when they slip away from the Florida sunshine and hit the road on their latest tour. Don't miss laid-back and funky hits like, "What We Wanna," and "High Above the Sun." Don't miss Magic City Hippies when they breeze through your town. Get tickets now.  

Monster Jam

Monster Jam

Are you looking to get your adrenaline pumping? Get down to the Capital One Arena January 25 - 26, 2025 for some real, car-crushing excitement. Don't miss the country's most popular motorsport event: Monster Jam. Experience giant, 10+ foot-tall, 12,000-pound monster trucks as they compete against each other with jaw-dropping stunts and tricks. Don't miss this awesome show, get your tickets now

G. Love & Special Sauce

The only and only G. Love & Special Sauce brings their blend of funk, soul, hip-hop, and rock for an evening of laid-back tunes and chill vibes. Best known for their hits, "Cold Beverage" and "Baby's Got Sauce," G Love & Special Sauce has been touring and releasing music for thirty years. Don't miss one of the grooviest acts in music, get your tickets now.

The Washington Auto Show

The Washington Auto Show

From concept cars to the hottest luxury vehicles, the Washington Auto Show features the latest technology, newest vehicles, and a sea of exhibits across the Walter E. Washington Convention Center from January 31 - February 9, 2025. Ticket prices are $15 on weekdays and $20 on weekends for adults (13 and up), $7 any day for children aged 6-12, and free for children 5 and under. Special discounts include Military Tribute Day on January 23 (free with Military ID or DD214) and Student Day on January 26 ($7 off with student ID). Tickets for the family-friendly event may be purchased here

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Washington D.C. Events in January

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Things to do in Washington D.C.

Things to Do in Washington D.C. in January

Go ice-skating

Go ice-skating
Washington D.C. bundles up every winter and laces up its skates for ice skating at one of the Capital's numerous rinks. Whether you hit the ice at the National Gallery of Art's Sculpture Garden, or skate the trail at Enchant Christmas, it's a fun and inexpensive way to spend an evening. If you tend to spend more time falling than skating, Pentagon Row also offers classes to help you refine your skills.

Visit the Smithsonian

Visit the Smithsonian
Any trip to the nation's capital must include a visit to the greatest museums in the country. The Smithsonian is a group of national museums where you can discover artifacts from the living history of the United States, view stunning artwork, marvel at the US's technical achievements, and explore the many diverse cultures that make up our great nation. The icy days of January are a perfect time to make the trip - since it's the off-season for tourism, the buildings won't be overcrowded. If you're traveling with kids, pick up the National Park passport in advance to get it stamped in the different museums.