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The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts

The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts

Performing Arts Venue, Theater, and Concert Hall
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    "Don't miss the daily performances at 6pm on Millennium Stage."(10 Tips)
    Camille W.
    "Beautiful building with free shows in the summer."(7 Tips)
    Andrea C.
    "Free tours."(4 Tips)
    Tone
    "Excellent free scenic views of the city and the river."(22 Tips)
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  • Claire M.
    Claire McDonoughApril 6, 2012
    Been here 10+ times
    Eat on the Cafe on the Roof Terrace. Good food.
  • Nicholas S.
    Nicholas StephensonDecember 30, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    Parking is reasonable compared to some of the other garages in the area.
  • Laura L.
    Laura LiebermanAugust 19, 2011
    Been here 50+ times
    Buy tickets with Generation O. Fabulous young professionals who love opera, good discussions and after parties.
  • Lish L.
    Lish LindseyFebruary 21, 2012
    Several ushers were professional/kind, but a certain older usher ruined an otherwise excellent experience due to his aggressive demeanor.
  • Washington Blade
    Washington BladeAugust 19, 2011
    Sydney Theatre Company returns with an exclusive U.S. engagement of Andrew Upton’s tragicomedy “Uncle Vanya” starring Oscar winning actress Cate Blanchett, Saturday 1:30 & 7:30pm
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    RonnaFebruary 27, 2016
    Came for the Washington Ballet. Was very good.
  • Brett p.heart icon on user image
    Brett payneJune 9, 2015
    Free concerts every day they always bring the heat
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    pipituDecember 30, 2014
    Buy MyTix tickets in advance if you're under 30.
  • Washington Blade
    Washington BladeSeptember 1, 2011
    10th annual "Page-to-Stage" Festival Saturday from 1 to 10pm through Monday. Free event with limited seating, but no tickets are required. For more kennedy-center.org. Read more
  • Adam H.heart icon on user image
    Adam HickeyJanuary 8, 2016
    Check the calendar for the free comedy shows!
  • Jazmin A.heart icon on user image
    Jazmin AdrianaJune 25, 2020
    Great performances!!!
  • Sara Y.heart icon on user image
    Sara YMay 10, 2016
    Concert hall is so beautiful!
  • Megan P.
    Megan Pagado WellsJuly 26, 2010
    Been here 10+ times
    The Georgetown waterfront isn't a bad walk (and it's so nice on a summer night) -- go there for dinner after a Millennium Stage performance!
  • Matt S.heart icon on user image
    Matt SmallApril 26, 2015
    Parking here is expensive. Take public transportation if you can.
  • Saleh N.heart icon on user image
    Saleh NasserMay 7, 2018
    Go to the free show @6
  • Dirty B.
    Dirty BirdAugust 9, 2014
    Must see! Go to some sort of show there
  • Bob N.heart icon on user image
    Bob NiemicAugust 16, 2014
    Walking the grounds, where new building will be.
  • Russell C.heart icon on user image
    Russell CDecember 18, 2010
    Try the cheese burger, fries, and a drink for $10.50 at the KC cafe.
  • Ghazal
    GhazalDecember 4, 2013
    The show was good but not great, I prefer if the show was based on a story.
  • Presidential Libraries
    Presidential LibrariesJanuary 24, 2011
    What show are you going to see? The Reagans attended lots of events here- one standout was a May 20, 1983 tribute to comedian and entertainer Bob Hope.
  • John W.heart icon on user image
    John WelchFebruary 15, 2019
    Been here 5+ times
    Comfortable seating!
  • Jon
    JonJuly 10, 2013
    Great shows but don't eat here first.
  • Tony B.
    Tony BowlesJune 23, 2010
    Make sure to check out wonderful views of Washington DC from roof terrace.
  • The White House
    The White HouseDecember 6, 2011
    President Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama attended the Kennedy Center Honors celebrating honorees Neil Diamond, Meryl Streep, Sonny Rollins, Yo-Yo Ma and Barbara Cook. Read more
  • Nathan P.
    Nathan PhelpsJune 21, 2010
    Don't expect to see all of the spaces on the tour. When they're in use, the tour won't go inside. We only got to see one of four typically covered on the tour. In this case, it wasn't worth the trip.
  • KiVi
    KiViJanuary 9, 2012
    Don't leave your seat close to the end. The musicians/house rules won't let you back in. Smh
  • Jeff S.
    Jeff SmithApril 20, 2022
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  • Valerie S.
    Valerie StewartDecember 1, 2013
    A must see place in DC
  • Summer H.
    Summer HoyaMay 16, 2012
    "free shows everyday, something me and my roommate would do once a month." - Janet, MSB'12
  • Washington Blade
    Washington BladeJanuary 20, 2012
    Tony Award-winning musical “La Cage aux Folles” starring Christopher Sieber & George Hamilton Friday 7pm, $65 to $130 Read more
  • Mariu F.
    Mariu FernandezMay 20, 2013
    Amazing view and delicious brunch!!! 😍
  • Edward
    EdwardSeptember 26, 2013
    Million Dollar Quartet was outstanding!!
  • Jarreau W.
    Jarreau WilliamsOctober 26, 2011
    Been here 50+ times
    Come see Shear Madness! The longest running show in American theater!!
  • Ultressa D.
    Ultressa DiamondNovember 6, 2016
    Here for the Hip Hop Orchestra performance.
  • Detroit On Tap
    Detroit On TapJune 23, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    $5 star hill beer which isn't a bad price for this place
  • Jazmin A.heart icon on user image
    Jazmin AdrianaJune 25, 2020
    Performances
  • Christy F.heart icon on user image
    Christy FultonJanuary 18, 2015
    Beautiful place to go
  • Ferchichi A.
    Ferchichi AhmedSeptember 1, 2011
    almost of music show are after 6 pm and for free :)))
  • Jen L.
    Jen LemenDecember 28, 2009
    Go to the rooftop at night. Order at the cafe not the restaurant, just as yummy.
  • OMAR M.heart icon on user image
    OMAR MukhareshNovember 10, 2014
    A must see place
  • Liz C.heart icon on user image
    Liz Caselli-MechaelJanuary 4, 2015
    Free shows at the millennium stage in the foyer!
  • Dora
    DoraJuly 21, 2010
    Free tours Mon-Fri, 10am-5pm, and Sat-Sun, 10am-1pm and free daily performances at 6pm. Powered by ParentsConnect.com
  • The White House
    The White HouseNovember 23, 2011
    President Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama attended the "Concert for Hope" to commemorate the tenth anniversary of the 9/11 attacks. Read more
  • Dana A.heart icon on user image
    Dana AllenDecember 14, 2018
    Been here 5+ times
    Comedy shows!
  • Mayra  .heart icon on user image
    This place is really amazing
  • Alexander S.heart icon on user image
    Alexander StameyAugust 24, 2015
    Great place to visit
  • Sophia C.heart icon on user image
    Sophia ChanJuly 14, 2015
    Great tour
  • Camille D.heart icon on user image
    Camille DavisJuly 9, 2016
    Been here 5+ times
    Broadway, shows
  • Anna S.heart icon on user image
    Anna SotnikovaJanuary 29, 2020
    Been here 5+ times
    Don't wear red there.
  • Réjane T.
    Réjane TFebruary 15, 2012
    Wonderful orchestral performances. Love the bronze JFK bust.
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