Picnic in the Park: History and Music Series

Picnic in the Park: History and Music Series is a Halloween show at Sylvan Theater in Washington, DC, on Saturday, October 17 starting at 12 PM. That's in the run-up to Halloween, and it is listed as free to attend. Within three days of it, 3 more Halloween events happen around Washington.

Date & Time

Saturday, October 17 · 12 PM – Saturday, November 28

UTC-04:00

Location

Sylvan Theater | Washington, DC

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Picnic in the Park: History and Music Series
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When
Saturday, October 17, 2026, starting at 12 PM (in the run-up to Halloween)
Where
Sylvan Theater, Independence Ave SW & 15th Street NW, Washington, United States
Tickets
Free
Type
Halloween Show

Details

Sylvan Theater is located on the southeast side of the Washington Monument grounds
About this Event

Join us at the historic Sylvan Theater for a unique blend of music and history. Bring a blanket or lawn chair, pack your favorite snacks, and settle in as rangers use music to tell stories from America's past. Each program explores a different historical theme, with topics and playlists varying throughout the series.

Topics include Halloween, the history of Sylvan Theater, and the connections between nature and music, just to name a few.

Event Location

Sylvan Theater, Independence Ave SW & 15th Street NW, Washington, United States

Event Host

National Park Service National Park Service

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Questions?

When is Picnic in the Park: History and Music Series?

It is on Saturday, October 17, 2026, starting at 12 PM, in the run-up to Halloween.

Where is Picnic in the Park: History and Music Series?

It takes place at Sylvan Theater, Independence Ave SW & 15th Street NW, Washington, United States.

Is Picnic in the Park: History and Music Series free?

Yes, it is listed as free to attend. Check the event details in case registration is required.

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