Washington Sängerbund 175th Anniversary Concert

The German Historical Institute Washington presents a panel discussion marking the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Declaration of Independence on Monday, October 5, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. at United Church (1920 G St NW). Panelists Katja Sipple (German-American Heritage Foundation), Shirley Gindler-Price (Black German Cultural Society), and Maria Sturm (German Society of Pennsylvania) join moderator Raphael Rössel to explore German-American Read more...

The Heurich House Museum partners with the German Embassy for an Oktoberfest trivia night on Wednesday, September 23, 2026, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. in the museum’s 1921 Biergarten. Guests explore German tradition, beer history, and culture through friendly competition while sampling local craft beers, including Senate Maerzen. Tickets are free with registration recommended; the biergarten opens at 4:00 p.m. Read more...

ExPats Theatre presents Coming to America: An Immigrant Cabaret at Atlas Performing Arts Center’s Lab II in Washington, D.C., September 30 through October 18, 2026. Conceived and directed by Karin Rosnizeck, the 90-minute musical cabaret follows immigrants from Germany, India, Peru, and Senegal navigating the obstacle race of integration through song, storytelling, and sharp satire. Adults only (18+). Opening night Read more...

Washington’s annual Viennese Christmas Ball returns Saturday, December 5, 2026, from 7:00 to 11:30 p.m. in the Hall of the Americas at the Organization of American States, under the patronage of the Ambassador of Austria. The evening opens with a champagne reception in the Palm Court, followed by Austrian savories and wine, a Viennese dessert buffet, and dancing to con Read more...