Wolf Trap

Calling itself "America’s National Park for the Performing Arts," Wolf Trap consists of two essentially separate performance spaces—the Barns and the Filene Center. Don’t let the name "Barns" fool you. Yes, the space is rustic, but that doesn’t mean you’ll be sitting on a milking stool. The acoustics here are top-notch, as are the seating and facilities. The Filene Center is the sprawling outdoor concert facility with lawn and pavilion seating. The scope of the performances at both spaces is broader than that at many venues in the District that also use the name "national." Note that the shuttle bus runs only in summer.