Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts

Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts recently announced the Winter 2026-2027 schedule - check it out!

Every year, Wolf Trap National Park shows a large variety of performances that cover everything from folk and blues, orchestra and classical, pop, country, dance, theater, and even opera! So no matter what, there's a show for everyone. At Wolf Trap, you'll find spring and summer outdoor venues that include the Filene Center and the Wolf Trap Children's Theatre-in-the-Woods, and an indoor venue for fall and winter performances called The Barns at Wolf Trap.

See who will grace the Wolf Trap stage this year: View concerts and buy tickets now!

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703.255.1900
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5 Fun Facts About Wolf Trap 

1. Arts Meets Parks

Did you know that Wolf Trap is the ONLY National Park dedicated solely to the performing arts? The Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts is the official partner to the National Park Service in providing concert and performance programming within the Park. Wolf Trap's majestic and beloved Filene Center provides the Washington, DC metropolitan area with a magical outdoor venue for world-class performances of every genre. 

2. A Gift to the Nation

The late Catherine Filene Shouse founded Wolf Trap through a donation of 100 acres of her Vienna, Virginia farmland to the U.S. Government, as well as funds for the construction of a 6,800-seat indoor/outdoor theatre. (Learn more about Mrs. Shouse's extraordinary story here.) Operated in partnership with the National Park Service, the Filene Center houses over 90 performances annually from late May to early September, as well as a variety of education programs, artist masterclasses, special events, and a yearly Holiday Sing-A-Long for families and friends throughout the community. 

3. Birth of The Barns

Made up of 3 adjacent historical barns, and blending historic preservation with thoughtful modernization, the Virginian Barn (1900) - along with the Scottish (1791–1792) and German (1725) Barns - strengthens The Barns at Wolf Trap as a destination for audiences to enjoy unique and memorable performances, while dining and gathering with family, friends, and community.  Just minutes from the Filene Center, The Barns at Wolf Trap blends history, character, and unforgettable live music. This 382-seat venue offers pristine acoustics and an intimate setting that artists and audiences love. From October through May, The Barns hosts 80+ performances spanning bluegrass, chamber music, indie-folk, comedy, Broadway, and more. Legends like Graham Nash and Natalie Merchant, and chart-toppers such as Brandi Carlile and Old Dominion, have all graced this stage. In summer, The Barns becomes home to Wolf Trap Opera, showcasing rising talent and acclaimed productions in a space perfectly suited for bold, world-class performances. Check out more secrets of The Barns at Wolf Trap here.

4. Nationwide Education

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The Wolf Trap Foundation reaches 78K+ children, families, caregivers, and teachers nationwide through its acclaimed arts education programs. In addition, The Wolf Trap Opera company was founded in 1971 and has since emerged as one of the nation's premier residency programs for young singers.

5. Theatre-in-the-Woods

Across the meadow from the Filene Center, literally tucked in the woods at Wolf Trap National Park, the Children's Theatre-in-the-Woods has been a summer tradition for generations of children and families. Performances range from music and dance to puppetry and storytelling-interactive, educational, and fun. All shows are about an hour long and are perfect for children ages 4 and up.

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