DC
Climate
Week
April 20 – 26, 2026
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DC Climate Week (DCCW) is a community-organized week of events, exhibitions, tours, screenings, and gatherings across Washington, DC. Together, we will explore the challenges of the climate crisis and discover the solutions that give us hope. Whether you’re deep in the work or just getting started, let’s build community and drive climate action April 20-26, 2026.
How it started
150+
Events
4k+
Attendees
200+
Volunteers
What’s next
This year, DCCW will host a free, opening event on April 20, 2026. The rest of the week will feature community events, gatherings, and experiences throughout the city.
Whether you want to discover, lead, fundraise, invest, organize, or meet new friends, there’s a place for you at DCCW.
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What guides us
Collaboration
Progress happens when we work together. DCCW unites people across communities and perspectives.
Hope
Hope is a catalyst for action. DCCW is designed to leave people feeling connected, energized, and optimistic about the future.
Empowerment
Everyone has a role to play in the climate movement. We help people see that their actions and voices matter — and that they’re part of something bigger.
Sustainability
Every aspect of DCCW is rooted in the pursuit of a sustainable, climate-resilient future for all.
Joy
Let's celebrate our progress, our community, and our beautiful planet.
Ready to get involved?
Organize an event or experience
Start planning now. We’ll open submissions soon and share how to add your event to the official DCCW calendar when it launches.
Attend DCCW
Save the dates. When the calendar goes live, you’ll be able to browse and register for events and activities.
Find a venue
We’re building a directory of DC spaces that have offered to host. We’ll share it when the calendar launches.