The Kennedy Center is a vibrant campus of theaters and other artistic spaces that is also a living memorial to President John F. Kennedy and a must-see tourist stop in Washington, DC. Order tickets, watch video of amazing performances, explore our education programs and find out how you can support us by visiting our website.

Welcome to the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, a vibrant cultural hub that connects thousands of artists with millions of people each year — in person, online, and in their home communities.

We are the nation's cultural center and a living memorial to President John F. Kennedy. Explore our expanded campus, including the REACH, a modern new performing arts space. Enjoy FREE performances and many sights and activities that don't require a ticket.

1 day ago · Explore our calendar of shows and performances at the Kennedy Center. We present over 2500 events each year in every genre. The National Symphony Orchestra and Washington National Opera call us home, and we have world-class performing arts …

The 3,000 pound bust, designed and created by American sculptor Robert Berks, reminds us that the nation's premiere performing arts center also stands as a living memorial to our 35th president, John Fitzgerald Kennedy.

Explore the calendar of performing arts events at the Kennedy Center. Filter by genre, discount offers, and accessible performances or just browse chronologically.

Take a virtual tour of the Concert Hall, home to the National Symphony Orchestra at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts. Explore Now

This tour ends at the new performance exhibition Arts and Ideals: President John F. Kennedy, which explores how the arts infused and informed the Kennedy presidency through video, photos, artifacts, and the latest in digital technology.

To make your visit a memorable one, the Kennedy Center offers many pre-performance activities for you to enjoy. Explore the Kennedy Center Cafritz Young Artists of Washington National Opera

We pride ourselves on being a leader of the arts, reaching and connecting with artists, inspiring and educating communities across the world. Join us in driving meaningful action. Interested in a career at the Kennedy Center?