Entertainment & Nightlife in Washington, DC

Shaw

Calico

Calico features Eastern shore-inspired elevated backyard fare as well as a beverage program emphasizing local beers, craft cocktails, and a full premium bar.

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NoMa

Wunder Garten

Outdoor community German inspired beergarden

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Southwest & The Wharf

U.S. Military District of Washington Pub...

MDW is the home of the Army's official ceremonial unit, the 3rd U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard) and The U.S. Army Band (Pershing's Own).

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Downtown

Astro Beer Hall

Astro Beer Hall is located just across the street from Metro Center.

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Shaw

Howard Theatre

Whether it's a live show or private event, this historic theater provides an intimate feel while delivering a legendary experience.

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Mount Vernon Square

Cloakroom

DC's premier venue features 5,000 sq. ft. of space, a rooftop with panoramic views, a large stage, high-tech sound and lighting and luxe finishes.

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Congress Heights

Entertainment and Sports Arena

This new 118,000 sq. ft. venue serves as the new home court for the WNBA Washington Mystics and the official practice facility for the Wizards

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Shaw

Right Proper Brewing Company

Right Proper's Shaw Brewpub is a neighborhood brewery and a restaurant in a fun and welcoming space filled with murals from local artists.

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Upcoming Events

May

20

2024

Brookland

BFD Tuesdays

Now - May 26, 2025

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May

21

2024

Penn Quarter & Chinatown

Live Acoustic Music

Now - Dec 24, 2024

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May

21

2024

Penn Quarter & Chinatown

Trivia

Now - May 28, 2024

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May

22

2024

NoMa

CiNoMatic

Now - Jun 05, 2024

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Penn Quarter & Chinatown

Dope and Classy Open Mic

Now - May 28, 2025

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May

15

2024

H Street NE

GMCW: Piano Bar Open Mic Night

Now - May 15, 2024

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May

22

2024

Maryland

Strathmore Artist in Residence Class of 2024

Now - Jun 26, 2024

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May

22

2024

Shaw

Halfway to the Weekend Wednesday

Now - May 28, 2025

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May

16

2024

Downtown

Dan St. Germain

Now - May 17, 2024

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May

16

2024

H Street NE

Mosaic Theater: Mexodus

Now - Jun 08, 2024

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May

16

2024

Downtown

Michael Blackson

Now - May 18, 2024

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May

15

2024

Penn Quarter & Chinatown

Take 5: Jazz at SAAM with Ally Hany Albrecht

Now - May 16, 2024

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May

16

2024

Downtown

Passport DC

Now - May 30, 2024

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May

16

2024

Penn Quarter & Chinatown

Little Shop of Horrors

Now - May 17, 2024

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May

15

2024

Shaw

Echo & the Bunnymen: Songs to Learn and Sing

Now - May 16, 2024

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May

16

2024

Downtown

Wines Over Washington

May 16, 2024 - Aug 08, 2024

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May

16

2024

Logan Circle

Hush Rooftop Opening Party

May 16, 2024

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May

16

2024

Petworth

District Trivia at Hook Hall

Now - Jul 25, 2024

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May

16

2024

Maryland

Mama's Broke

May 16, 2024

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May

16

2024

Adams Morgan

Catfish Stand-Up Comedy

Now - May 05, 2026

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Entertainment & Nightlife

Calico

Wunder Garten

U.S. Military District of Washington Pub...

Astro Beer Hall

Howard Theatre

Cloakroom

Entertainment and Sports Arena

Right Proper Brewing Company

Upcoming Events

20

Brookland

BFD Tuesdays

21

Penn Quarter & Chinatown

Live Acoustic Music

21

Penn Quarter & Chinatown

Trivia

22

NoMa

CiNoMatic

Penn Quarter & Chinatown

Dope and Classy Open Mic

15

H Street NE

GMCW: Piano Bar Open Mic Night

22

Maryland

Strathmore Artist in Residence Class of 2024

22

Shaw

Halfway to the Weekend Wednesday

16

Downtown

Dan St. Germain

16

H Street NE

Mosaic Theater: Mexodus

16

Downtown

Michael Blackson

15

Penn Quarter & Chinatown

Take 5: Jazz at SAAM with Ally Hany Albrecht

16

Downtown

Passport DC

16

Penn Quarter & Chinatown

Little Shop of Horrors

15

Shaw

Echo & the Bunnymen: Songs to Learn and Sing

16

Downtown

Wines Over Washington

16

Logan Circle

Hush Rooftop Opening Party

16