The Kennedy Center is home to compelling and captivating performances for every age group and their families, from wide-eyed toddlers to young adults.
Millennium Stage (In-Person and Livestream)
NSO Youth Fellows
Fri. May 1, 2026
Students from the National Symphony Orchestra Youth Fellowship Program perform chamber music on the Millennium Stage.
Christylez Bacon and Friends
Sat. May 2, 2026
Progressive hip hop artist and multi-instrumentalist Christylez Bacon expands kids’ imaginations with the help of friends from world music traditions.
Doodle POP
May 16 - 17, 2026
All ages will delight in this playful show’s stunning interactive projections, live whiteboard drawings, and abundance of theatrical imagination.
Millennium Stage (In-Person and Livestream)
NSO Youth Fellows
Fri. May 29, 2026
Students from the National Symphony Orchestra Youth Fellowship Program perform chamber music on the Millennium Stage.
International School of Music Honors Concert
Sat. May 30, 2026
Join outstanding students and chamber ensembles from the International School of Music for an inspiring evening of music at the Trump Kennedy Center's Terrace Theater. This special performance features a vibrant program of solo and chamber works, showcasing a wide range of musical styles from the Baroque era to contemporary compositions. Audiences of all ages are invited to experience the passion, creativity, and artistry of the next generation of musicians.
Studio Saturdays: Block Printing
Sat. Jun. 13, 2026
For kids ages 8–14 and their adults: Design and carve your own stamp! Learn the basics of block printing and bring your one-of-a-kind ideas to life.
Bluey’s Big Play
Jun. 24 - Jul. 5, 2026
Bluey’s Big Play is a theatrical adaptation of the Emmy Award–winning children’s television series. Join the Heelers in their first live theatre show made just for you!
Go behind the scenes at the Kennedy Center and explore more about Performances for Young Audiences.
Oh no! Elizabeth’s viola is gone. Will our musician friends find it in time for their next big performance? Possibly, with the help of a magician who also pretends to be a detective—and you. Get ready to hear some great music as you solve this magical mystery. All ages. 36 minutes.
Step right up to this daring double act of classical fun! Bassist Paul DeNola and violinist Heather LeDoux Green take a break from the NSO to introduce young audiences to some of the greatest music ever written. This “silent” comedic tag-team presents a hilarious program of music and mayhem. All ages. 34 minutes.
Emcee, songwriter, and poet Javier Starks paves a unique path all his own with 100% curse-free Hip Hop music, showing the world that success can come without negativity. Join Javier in this video concert as he performs original songs with a live band and DJ. Ages 10 and up. 25 minutes.
What if supernatural creatures were real and have been walking among us in disguise? What if the days surrounding Halloween are their days to shine just as they are? Find yourself bedazzled by this bewitching video concert. All ages. 23 minutes.
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