Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus! The Musical!
Based on the audience-favorite picture book by Mo Willems, *Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus! The Musical!* brings the wily, determined Pigeon to the stage at Wolf Trap’s Children’s Theatre-in-the-Woods. When the Bus Driver faces a crisis that threatens to make her passengers late, it is up to the crafty Pigeon to save the day in this wildly funny and interactive musical from GreatWorks Theatre. Audience members are encouraged to clap, dance, and flap their wings along with the show, which presents the *New York Times* best-selling story in a raucous, innovatively staged production.
When: August 14–16, 2026.
Showtimes: 10:30 AM each day (Friday, Saturday, and Sunday).
Tickets: $14 per person, including all fees. Children under 2 are admitted free of charge. Please note that all three performances are listed as sold out.
Venue: Children’s Theatre-in-the-Woods, located at 1551 Trap Road, Vienna, VA 22182, within Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts. The theatre is a short, scenic walk (less than half a mile downhill, across a bridge, and along a wooded trail) from the free parking area; a stroller is recommended for the walk.
Gates Open: 10:00 AM.
Suggested Ages: 2–12.
Groups Save: Discounts are available for groups of 10 or more. Inquire with the venue for details.
Seating: General admission on wooden benches, first come, first served. Patrons are advised to bring a towel to dry off seats after rainy conditions.
Picnic & Concessions: Visitors may bring a picnic to enjoy in the Meadow after the show. Concessions and the Ovations dining area are not open during Children’s Theatre-in-the-Woods performances. Food and beverages other than water are not allowed inside the seated area.
Accessibility: Sign language interpretation is available upon request with at least one week’s advance notice (email [email protected]). Accessible parking is available; ask the Park Rangers on site for ADA parking. For additional questions, call the National Park Service at Wolf Trap at 703.255.1820.
Know Before You Go: Free parking is directed by Park Rangers. After the show, families can join a Park Ranger for an outdoor adventure to earn a Junior Ranger Badge, or stay and play in the Meadow with free games, toys, and kid-friendly activities. For more pro tips, check the Wolf Trap blog. Also, buy tickets to three or more Children’s Theatre-in-the-Woods shows and receive $2 off every ticket (Pick 3 and Save).