Entertainment & Nightlife in Washington, DC

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Exceptional Drinks, Delightful Bites, & A Touch Of DC’s Rich Cocktail History

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The National Theatre

Located on Pennsylvania Avenue near the White House, the historic National is one of America's oldest, continually-operating theaters.

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U Street

Ben's Next Door

Located at 1211 U Street, right “next door” to DC landmark Ben’s Chili Bowl, Next Door features incredible cuisine, 9 LCD flat screens, a 53 ft

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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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Downtown

Mentalist and Magician Brian Curry: The ...

DC's Top Magician and Mentalist Knows What You're Thinking!

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Georgetown

The Magic Duel Comedy Show

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Maryland

Live! Casino & Hotel

Live! Casino Hotel in Maryland is conveniently located at Arundel Mills, halfway between Baltimore and Washington, directly off the B-W Parkway at Arundel Mills Blvd. and Route 100 in Hanover, MD.

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Ivy City

Throw Social and Kick Axe Throwing

Eat, Drink, Socialize, Jam & Compete!

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Downtown

Wild Days @ Eaton Hotel

Eaton DC's indoor/outdoor rooftop music venue and bar serves up street food from Chef Tim Ma.

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Penn Quarter & Chinatown

Shakespeare Theatre Company

The Shakespeare Theatre Company (STC) is one of the nation’s leading theatre companies, synonymous with artistic excellence and making classical theatre more accessible.

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Southwest & The Wharf

Bond In Motion Exhibition at the International Spy Museum

Now - Aug 29, 2025

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Georgetown

Friday Happy Hours at Key Bridge Boathouse

Now - Aug 29, 2025

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Georgetown

Friday Night Live Music

Now - Jul 16, 2027

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Logan Circle

Fun & Games

Now - Jul 26, 2025

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Penn Quarter & Chinatown

STC Academy: King John

Now - Jul 26, 2025

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Penn Quarter & Chinatown

The Delegate Presents The Magic Duel

Now - Aug 02, 2025

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Penn Quarter & Chinatown

Ali Wong and Bill Hader Present

Now - Jul 27, 2025

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Penn Quarter & Chinatown

Duel Reality

Now - Jul 20, 2025

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Dupont Circle

APROPOS OF NOTHING

Now - Aug 10, 2025

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Georgetown

River Club Brunch

Now - Jul 18, 2027

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Downtown

Harry Potter and the Cursed Child

Now - Sep 07, 2025

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Virginia

An Evening with David Sedaris

Now - Jul 19, 2025

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Downtown

Nicole Byer

Now - Jul 19, 2025

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Dupont Circle

Music in the Circle: Dupont Concert Series

Now - Jul 26, 2025

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Penn Quarter & Chinatown

Dig Dug Dig Music Festival

Now - Jul 19, 2025

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Maryland

Comedy Shows Near Me - Arundel Mills

Now - Jul 17, 2027

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Penn Quarter & Chinatown

STC Academy: The Taming of the Shrew

Now - Jul 26, 2025

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Southwest & The Wharf

Elevate Drag Brunch

Jul 20, 2025 - Mar 15, 2026

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Dupont Circle

Happy Hour at Residents

Now - Jun 08, 2027

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Georgetown

River Club Happy Hour

Jul 21, 2025 - Jul 12, 2027

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Entertainment & Nightlife

1331 Bar + Lounge at JW Marriott Washing...

The National Theatre

Ben's Next Door

Cloakroom

Mentalist and Magician Brian Curry: The ...

The Magic Duel Comedy Show

Live! Casino & Hotel

Throw Social and Kick Axe Throwing

Wild Days @ Eaton Hotel

Shakespeare Theatre Company

Upcoming Events

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Southwest & The Wharf

Bond In Motion Exhibition at the International Spy Museum

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Georgetown

Friday Happy Hours at Key Bridge Boathouse

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Georgetown

Friday Night Live Music

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Logan Circle

Fun & Games

19

Penn Quarter & Chinatown

STC Academy: King John

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Penn Quarter & Chinatown

The Delegate Presents The Magic Duel

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Penn Quarter & Chinatown

Ali Wong and Bill Hader Present

19

Penn Quarter & Chinatown

Duel Reality

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Dupont Circle

APROPOS OF NOTHING

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Georgetown

River Club Brunch

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Downtown

Harry Potter and the Cursed Child

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Virginia

An Evening with David Sedaris

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Downtown

Nicole Byer

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Dupont Circle

Music in the Circle: Dupont Concert Series

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Penn Quarter & Chinatown

Dig Dug Dig Music Festival

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Maryland

Comedy Shows Near Me - Arundel Mills

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