Things To Do In DC This January
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Struggling to stave off the post-holiday blues? We hear you. But instead of dwelling on yuletide memories past, why not embrace everything the present moment has to offer?
Even if you don’t think January’s the most exciting month on the books, the truth is that DC has plenty of distractions to keep you engaged all year round. Keep reading for the top things you should do this month around town!
#1 Root For The Home Team
The silver lining of January? With the winter season comes incredible indoor sports action in the District. The NHL’s Washington Capitals and the NBA’s Washington Wizards play their exciting games inside Capital One Arena, while the Capital City Go-Go, part of the NBA’s developmental G-League, take to the court inside Entertainment & Sports Arena.
#2 Discover Life Of Pi
Winner of three Tony Awards and the Olivier Award for Best Play, Life of Pi is a Broadway and West End sensation. Based on the best-selling novel, this epic tale of survival and hope follows 16-year-old Pi as he navigates life on a lifeboat with a hyena, zebra, orangutan and Bengal tiger. With stunning visuals, masterful puppetry and brilliant stagecraft, Life of Pi delivers a breathtaking theatrical experience that will leave audiences reflecting on the show for weeks to come.
Catching a show? Finish the evening at one of these great DC establishments:
#3 See An-Off Broadway Sensation
Opening this January at Signature Theatre is Job, a psychological thriller that explores the dark side of corporate work, social media and technology. An Off-Broadway sensation and New York Times Critic’s Pick, the show is sure so leave the audience feeling haunted, pensive, and on the edge of your seat.
#4 Stand Up With Craig Robinson
Comedian Craig Robinson started as a Chicago public school teacher and is now recognizable face to anyone that has seen “The Office.” Best known for not only his stint at Dunder Mifflin but his roles in hit films and TV shows like “Killing It,” “Dolemite Is My Name,” “This is the End” and “Hot Tub Time Machine,” Craig has hopes to help people find humor and joy in their everyday life. Beyond the screen, he delivers a standout live show, blending stand-up comedy with music for a night packed with nonstop fun.
Are you a music lover? Check out the best live music venues in DC right here.
#5 Celebrate MLK Day
DC honors the late, great Martin Luther King, Jr. with this annual parade that brings the entire community together on the holiday that celebrates the Civil Rights leader and all he did to enact change. Community activists, performers, and civic leaders will all be on-hand for the gathering that aims to prolong Dr. King’s legacy and everlasting message of peace.
#6 Dig Into Restaurant Week
From January 27th-February 1st, The Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington’s signature celebration returns and is ready to heat up your January in style. Enjoy winter in the District while taking advantage of specially priced meals, including to-go options and cocktail & wine pairings.
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#7 Stop By The Auto Show
This annual world-class event displays engineering prowess and innovation along with more than 600 new models from 30+ car manufacturers inside the Walter E. Washington Convention Center from January 31st-February 9th. Interactive displays and on-site activations only add to the fascination of this motor vehicle showcase.
#8 Experience In Slavery’s Wake
The National Museum of African American History and Culture’s new exhibit offers a dynamic mix of history, art and media. Visitors can observe connections between Black freedom-makers across time and join in a global conversation on the continued impacts of slavery and colonialism. The multi-lingual experience features 100 objects, 250 images and 10 multi-media interactives and films.
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