Drivers will race through the streets of the nation’s capital at speeds of over 180 mph in August as part of a wide-ranging slate of events to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States.

Drivers will wind through a 1.7 mile, seven-turn course around the National Mall in a televised race this summer.

As the United States approaches its 250th anniversary in 2026, known as the Semiquincentennial, Washington, DC, is poised to become the epicenter of national celebrations. From parades to historic reenactments, the capital will host myriad events that ...

Annual kickoff event at The Schuyler launches D.C.’s 51st Pride celebration with performances, partners, and programming updates.

For the first time in United States history, several of the country’s founding documents will travel the skies to visit multiple cities on their own jet in honor of the nation’s founding.