Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts Virginia

The Filene Center House full of patrons

Bust of Catherine Filene Shouse with building in back

A ranger swears in two new Jr. Rangers during Jr. Ranger Day activities at the park.

Native garden with the Filene Center in the background

Filene Center in the background with autumn leaves

Sold out show at Theatre-in-the-Woods

No matter what your age or taste in shows, you'll find something you like onstage at Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts. From May through September, multiple amphitheaters in the park present performances such as musicals, dance, opera, jazz, and popular and country music. A good time to explore the beauty and history of the park without the crowds is October - April.

Everyone is ready to kickoff the Filene Center season.
NPS Photo / N. Adams

Catherine Filene Shouse donated her land to the National Park Service, which Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts was established.
NPS Photo / N. Adams

Junior Ranger Days occur throughout the summer.
NPS Photo

In 2012, park staff and volunteers planted 42 species of native grasses and wildflowers here to create a habitat that now supports over 40 kinds of bees and 25 types of butterflies.
NPS Photo / N. Adams

There are opportunities year-round to hike and enjoy the outdoors, picnic and participate in ranger programs or walks.
NPS Photo / N. Adams

Most of the activities in the park during the summer are centered around performances at the Filene Center and Theatre-in-the-Woods.
NPS Photo / N. Adams

The seating area of the Filene Center with seated patrons

Find out what shows are coming soon and how to get your ticket.

Catherine Filene Shouse poses in front of the Filene Center I

Learn about the unique history of the park's establishment and its leading lady.

A (left) side view of the outside of the Filene Center

Learn about working theaters, and explore what makes the theaters at Wolf Trap unique.

A ranger drops off patrons in a six passenger golf cart.

Learn about accessible seating, parking, and other concessions for performances in the park.

Female ranger giving directions to a car.

Get directions to the park and find out how to use public transportation to reach the park for performances.

Two males and two females pose in different NPS uniforms

The park hires many temporary summer employees that primarily work the performance seasons at the Filene Center and Theatre-in-the-Woods

Four EMS volunteers pose outside in a green lawn area.

There are a variety of volunteer opportunities throughout the year!

Last updated: May 14, 2026

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1551 Trap Road
Vienna, VA 22182-1643

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703 255-1800

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