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The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts

Performing Arts Venue, Theater, and Concert Hall

Northwest Washington, Washington

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Ranked #8 for a rooftop in Washington
The experts at Travel + Leisure and The Telegraph recommend this place
"Don't miss the daily performances at 6pm on Millennium Stage."(10 Tips)
"Beautiful opera house, with great outside views."(6 Tips)
"... you would like to see Book of Mormon (running through 8/18/13) there are $25..."(3 Tips)
"Beautiful building with free shows in the summer."(7 Tips)

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Frank BrownAugust 23, 2013
Been here 25+ times
Always thank the tech guys! They are great to work with!
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
Chad CapellmanSeptember 17, 2014
First time here since I've been back. Here for Florencia in the Amazon dress rehersal.
Brett payneJune 9, 2015
Free concerts every day they always bring the heat
pipituDecember 30, 2014
Buy MyTix tickets in advance if you're under 30.
Lish LindseyFebruary 21, 2012
Several ushers were professional/kind, but a certain older usher ruined an otherwise excellent experience due to his aggressive demeanor.
DoraJuly 21, 2010
Free tours Mon-Fri, 10am-5pm, and Sat-Sun, 10am-1pm and free daily performances at 6pm. Powered by ParentsConnect.com
Summer HoyaMay 16, 2012
"free shows everyday, something me and my roommate would do once a month." - Janet, MSB'12
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
Kyle C.January 10, 2011
Saw South Pacific here on 1/9/2011 and both the performances and venue were amazing :)
John WelchFebruary 15, 2019
Been here 5+ times
Comfortable seating!
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.
Saleh NasserMay 7, 2018
Go to the free show @6
Sara YMay 10, 2016
Concert hall is so beautiful!
Adam HickeyJanuary 8, 2016
Check the calendar for the free comedy shows!
Washington BladeJanuary 20, 2012
Tony Award-winning musical “La Cage aux Folles” starring Christopher Sieber & George Hamilton Friday 7pm, $65 to $130 Read more
RonnaFebruary 27, 2016
Came for the Washington Ballet. Was very good.
Claire McDonoughApril 6, 2012
Been here 10+ times
Eat on the Cafe on the Roof Terrace. Good food.
Dirty BirdAugust 9, 2014
Must see! Go to some sort of show there
Ferchichi AhmedSeptember 1, 2011
almost of music show are after 6 pm and for free :)))
Liz Caselli-MechaelJanuary 4, 2015
Free shows at the millennium stage in the foyer!
KiViJanuary 9, 2012
Don't leave your seat close to the end. The musicians/house rules won't let you back in. Smh
Jeff SmithApril 20, 2022
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Matt SmallApril 26, 2015
Parking here is expensive. Take public transportation if you can.
Anna SotnikovaJanuary 29, 2020
Been here 5+ times
Don't wear red there.
JonJuly 10, 2013
Great shows but don't eat here first.
Christy FultonJanuary 18, 2015
Beautiful place to go
Valerie StewartDecember 1, 2013
A must see place in DC
Ultressa DiamondNovember 6, 2016
Here for the Hip Hop Orchestra performance.
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
Bob NiemicAugust 16, 2014
Walking the grounds, where new building will be.
Jazmin AdrianaJune 25, 2020
Great performances!!!
Mariu FernandezMay 20, 2013
Amazing view and delicious brunch!!! 😍
Russell CDecember 18, 2010
Try the cheese burger, fries, and a drink for $10.50 at the KC cafe.
Nicholas StephensonDecember 30, 2011
Been here 5+ times
Parking is reasonable compared to some of the other garages in the area.
OMAR MukhareshNovember 10, 2014
A must see place
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.
Alexander StameyAugust 24, 2015
Great place to visit
Mayra  March 21, 2015
This place is really amazing
GhazalDecember 4, 2013
The show was good but not great, I prefer if the show was based on a story.
Réjane TFebruary 15, 2012
Wonderful orchestral performances. Love the bronze JFK bust.
Sophia ChanJuly 14, 2015
Great tour
EdwardSeptember 26, 2013
Million Dollar Quartet was outstanding!!
Marisa SantiagoAugust 30, 2011
come to the kennedy center any day of the year and see a free concert!
Dana AllenDecember 14, 2018
Been here 5+ times
Comedy shows!
Jarreau WilliamsOctober 26, 2011
Been here 50+ times
Come see Shear Madness! The longest running show in American theater!!
Camille DavisJuly 9, 2016
Been here 5+ times
Broadway, shows
Tony BowlesJune 23, 2010
Make sure to check out wonderful views of Washington DC from roof terrace.
StayArlingtonSeptember 24, 2012
This is the most famous performing arts venue in Washington, D.C.
Megan Pagado WellsJuly 26, 2010
Been here 10+ times
Performance parking is $20, but it's only $10 at a garage across the street at Watergate.

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