Join fellow Washington, D.C. car lovers as the annual DC Auto Show returns at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center. Experience the evolution of automobiles from early designs to the newest and fastest models. The show highlights a diverse international selection from the best of the best. The show starts Jan. 23 and ends Feb. 1, and tickets start at $16.25.
The Outwin 2025: American Portraiture Today
Get up to date with contemporary art at “The Outwin 2025: American Portraiture Today.” The exhibition highlights the show-stopping winners of the Outwin Bochever Portrait Competition, a triennial contest celebrating excellence in portraiture, selected from a pool of 3,000 submissions. With only 34 pieces by 35 artists being chosen, the experience boasts a talented representation of photography, painting and sculpture. The exhibition opens on Jan. 24 and is open all spring at the National Portrait Gallery. Admission is free.
A classic whodunit murder mystery is the perfect way to spend a winter’s night. Make your way to the National Theatre to watch (and try to solve) the beloved story of “Clue,” live on stage. Following the six guests at Boddy Manor, each trying to solve a murder, the play will be sure to keep your attention captivated. Running from Jan. 27 to Feb. 1 only, it’s a must-see and a cult classic for a reason. Tickets start at $54.70.
Ruth Orkin: Women on the Move
From glamour to the mundane, experience Ruth Orkin’s eye for beauty through her photography, capturing women in their everyday lives throughout the mid-1900s. 21 of her photographs are on display at the National Museum of Women in the Arts until March 29. Admission is free for guests under 21; however, you must reserve your spot in advance.
