Kennedy Center Promo Codes — 19% Off

The Kennedy Center doesn't regularly issue public promo codes, but meaningful discounts are available through its membership program, MyTix program, teacher discount, group sales, and free Millennium Stage programming. Check the Kennedy Center website for any current promotional offers before purchasing.

MyTix offers discounted tickets priced from $10 to $39 for eligible patrons, including adults ages 18–30, elementary through undergraduate students, active duty military, and first responders. No service charges apply. You can purchase up to two tickets per event, subject to availability.

Memberships start at $75 per year for the Associate tier. Higher tiers include Contributor ($180/yr), Partner ($350/yr), Sponsor ($700/yr), Principal ($1,000/yr), Patron Circle ($1,800/yr), and Golden Circle ($4,000/yr). Each tier adds progressively more benefits.

Associate Members ($75/yr) receive Members-only Ticket Priority, a 10% discount at the Roof Terrace Restaurant, KC Café, and Gift Shops, access to Digital Stage+ streaming, a Members-only newsletter, discounts on education programming, and special discounts at select Washington-area restaurants.

Yes. Full-time teachers receive a 15% discount on one ticket per qualifying public performance. The offer is subject to availability, cannot be combined with other discounts, and is not valid for galas, the Kennedy Center Honors, school-day performances, or independently presented programs.

Group sales require a minimum number of tickets depending on the performance:

• 10 tickets minimum for Washington National Opera performances
• 15 tickets minimum for Shear Madness performances
• 20 tickets minimum for all other performances

Groups benefit from a reduced handling fee of 6% per ticket versus 15% for individual orders, plus discounts on select performances and optional complimentary FedEx delivery.

Gift certificates are available in amounts of $20, $50, $100, $500, $1,000, or custom amounts. They're valid for one year from issuance and can be redeemed for tickets, memberships, or Gift Shop purchases. They cannot be used at dining facilities or for galas and special events.

Yes. Pre-purchasing parking online costs $22, compared to $25 at the gate, a $3 savings per visit. You must purchase at least one day before your arrival date. Contributor Members and above also receive $2-off parking digital coupons for additional savings.

Yes. Full series subscribers receive unlimited, fee-free exchanges. Select subscribers can exchange each ticket once at no charge. In both cases, patrons are responsible for any price difference when moving to a more expensive performance or seat location.

The Kennedy Center hosts over 400 free events per year. The Millennium Stage series runs free in-person and livestreamed performances every Wednesday through Saturday at 6 p.m., with no tickets required. Free outdoor film screenings and the Art and Ideals: President John F. Kennedy exhibit are also available at no cost.