Entertainment & Nightlife in Washington, DC

Barrel House Cafe & Bar

We're a community-focused destination where great drinks and even better company come together.

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Mentalist and Magician Brian Curry: The ...

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

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1331 Bar + Lounge at JW Marriott Washing...

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

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Capitol Hill

Folger Shakespeare Library

Explore Shakespeare and his world in performances, exhibits, podcasts and more with the Folger, home to the world’s largest Shakespeare collection.

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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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Glover Park

Good Guys Club

Voted “Best Adult Entertainment Venue” two years running! With three stages of entertainment, we're DC's top pick to unwind and have fun.

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Foggy Bottom

a.kitchen + bar dc

Seasonal, American small plates with an acclaimed natural wine and beverage program.

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Mount Vernon Square

STK Washington DC

The ambiance at STK Washington D.C. is unmatched, boasting a chic, contemporary design with an energetic vibe.

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Penn Quarter & Chinatown

Daikaya Izakaya

Daikaya offers two experiences: Sapporo-style ramen on the first floor and an upstairs izakaya perfect for late night bites.

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Downtown

DAR Constitution Hall

Newly-renovated 3,702-seat facility capable of hosting a wide variety of events, including concerts, television, meetings, commencements and award shows.

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Penn Quarter & Chinatown

Ford's Theatre

Where Lincoln's Legacy Lives.

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Upcoming Events

Jan

08

2026

Capitol Hill

Julius X

Now - Jan 07, 2028

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Jan

08

2026

Dupont Circle

Happy Hour at Residents

Now - Jun 08, 2027

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Jan

08

2026

Foggy Bottom

Our Nation on the Millennium Stage

Now - Dec 31, 2026

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Jan

08

2026

Virginia

In Clay

Now - Feb 01, 2026

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Jan

08

2026

Mount Vernon Square

The Promise of Us

Now - Dec 31, 2026

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Jan

08

2026

Virginia

Fiddler on the Roof

Now - Jan 25, 2026

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Jan

08

2026

Southwest & The Wharf

Chez Joey

Now - Mar 13, 2026

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Jan

08

2026

Woodley Park

Jazz in the Lobby Happy Hour

Jan 08, 2026 - Dec 17, 2026

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Jan

08

2026

Downtown

Paul Virzi

Jan 08, 2026

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08

2026

Adams Morgan

Catfish Stand-Up Comedy

Now - Jul 01, 2027

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Jan

09

2026

Downtown

Jessica Michelle Singleton

Jan 09, 2026 - Jan 11, 2026

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09

2026

Downtown

Chris Redd

Jan 09, 2026 - Jan 11, 2026

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09

2026

Georgetown

Friday Night Live Music

Jan 09, 2026 - Jan 07, 2028

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Jan

10

2026

Penn Quarter & Chinatown

Antony & Cleopatra

Jan 10, 2026 - Jan 25, 2026

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Jan

10

2026

Georgetown

River Club Brunch

Jan 10, 2026 - Jan 02, 2028

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Jan

10

2026

The Dinner Detective Washington DC

Jan 10, 2026 - Jan 24, 2026

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Jan

11

2026

Penn Quarter & Chinatown

Igor Levit, piano

Jan 11, 2026

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Jan

11

2026

Southwest & The Wharf

All That Jazz

Jan 11, 2026 - Jan 24, 2027

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Jan

12

2026

Georgetown

River Club Happy Hour

Jan 12, 2026 - Jan 03, 2028

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Jan

12

2026

Trivia at Wundegarten

Jan 12, 2026 - Dec 28, 2026

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Entertainment & Nightlife

Barrel House Cafe &amp; Bar

Mentalist and Magician Brian Curry: The ...

1331 Bar + Lounge at JW Marriott Washing...

Folger Shakespeare Library

Live! Casino &amp; Hotel

Good Guys Club

a.kitchen + bar dc

STK Washington DC

Daikaya Izakaya

DAR Constitution Hall

Ford&#039;s Theatre

Upcoming Events

08

Capitol Hill

Julius X

08

Dupont Circle

Happy Hour at Residents

08

Foggy Bottom

Our Nation on the Millennium Stage

08

Virginia

In Clay

08

Mount Vernon Square

The Promise of Us

08

Virginia

Fiddler on the Roof

08

Southwest & The Wharf

Chez Joey

08

Woodley Park

Jazz in the Lobby Happy Hour

08

Downtown

Paul Virzi

08

Adams Morgan

Catfish Stand-Up Comedy

09

Downtown

Jessica Michelle Singleton

09

Downtown

Chris Redd

09

Georgetown

Friday Night Live Music

10

Penn Quarter & Chinatown

Antony & Cleopatra

10

Georgetown

River Club Brunch

10

The Dinner Detective Washington DC

11

Penn Quarter & Chinatown

Barrel House Cafe & Bar

Live! Casino & Hotel

Ford's Theatre