Washington National Cathedral A House of Prayer For All People

upcoming service

Funeral for Dr. Jane Goodall, DBE

Nov 12 - 11 am Online Only

Today With the Cathedral

Full Calendar

2:30pm - 5:00pm

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2:30pm - 5:00pm

Self-Guided Sightseeing

Ticketed Admission

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12:00am

12:00am

Cathedral Closed until 2:30 pm

In Person

7:00am - 7:30am

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7:00am - 7:30am

Online Morning Prayer

Online Only

Free

11:00am - 1:00pm

11:00am - 1:00pm

Funeral Service for Dr. Jane Goodall, DBE

Online Only

3:00pm - 4:00pm

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3:00pm - 4:00pm

Outdoor Tour: Creating the Cathedral

Cathedral Grounds

Ticketed Event

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5:00pm - 5:45pm

5:00pm - 5:45pm

Upcoming Forum: Confronting Political Violence in America

a better way

On December 9, Utah Governor Spencer Cox and Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro join for a timely conversation on the rising threat of political violence. In this moment of deep division, two leaders from opposite political parties will discuss the dangers of extremism, the responsibilities of leadership in moments of crisis, and more. Livestream option available. learn more

Help Local Families through Season of Giving

cathedral cares

Our goal is to ensure that 1,000 area families can enjoy a Thanksgiving meal, and hundreds of area youth will have a special Christmas gift. You can help by purchasing food and assembling Thanksgiving baskets (now through Nov. 23), purchasing Christmas gifts such as toys and gift cards for youth (now through Dec. 9), or by donating directly. Get all the details below. learn more

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Discover the Cathedral

From worship to majestic architecture to soul-stirring music to thought-provoking public programs, these highlights showcase the best the Cathedral has to offer. Want to come tour the Cathedral in person? See all of our sightseeing and touring options by planning your visit below.

Plan Your Visit

Choir processing and carrying a banner that reads, "My House shall be called the House of Prayer for all People," in the Nave of Washington National Cathedral — Worship With Us

Choristers singing in the Great Choir during Evensong — Experience Music & Concerts

View of the altar and reredos in the Cathedral's St. Mary's Chapel — Discover Art & Architecture

Visitor looking at Cathedral towers during tower climb tour — Sightseeing & Tours

Time by Luxmuralis

coming january 2026

Experience the acclaimed light and sound show and see the Cathedral nave like never before, as Time by Luxmuralis transforms sacred architecture into a living canvas of vivid projections and original music. Join us on a dazzling journey of color, story, and sound. VIP experiences available. Learn more below. get tickets

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Explore Cathedral Highlights

Every person is a beloved child of God, and our hope is that every person can find themselves reflected in the stories we tell here at the Cathedral. Take a dive into the highlights of the Cathedral, and look for the ways your story is told in our art and architecture.