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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Logan Circle

Bar Japonais

If you are looking for an energetic Washington, DC dining experience we would love to host you!

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Dupont Circle

Public Bar Live

Public Bar Live redefines your entertainment experience by seamlessly blending the atmosphere of a sports bar with a pulsating rooftop nightclub.

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Shaw

The 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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DC Metro Area

TodayTix

Getting tickets to the best performances in the DC Metro Area has never been easier than with TodayTix.

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Penn Quarter & Chinatown

Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company

An innovator in the development of new plays earning a reputation for staying plugged in to the mad temper of the times (New York Times).

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Southwest & The Wharf

Arena Stage at the Mead Center for Ameri...

Tony Award-winning theater with a focus on the production, presentation, development and study of American voices from classics to world premieres.

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Shaw

The 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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Upcoming Events

Jan

15

2025

Southwest & The Wharf

Bond In Motion Exhibition at the International Spy Museum

Now - Apr 25, 2025

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Jan

15

2025

Logan Circle

Tinsel and Tonic A Pop-Up by Wunder Garten

Now - Jan 25, 2025

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Jan

16

2025

Maryland

20th Anniversary Class of Strathmore's Artist in Residence Program

Now - Jun 25, 2025

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Jan

16

2025

Downtown

DC Improv Date Night

Now - Jan 15, 2025

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Jan

16

2025

Shaw

Jazz Wednesday

Now - Mar 05, 2025

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Jan

16

2025

Foggy Bottom

Kingbird is now open for dinner daily!

Now - Jan 31, 2025

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Jan

17

2025

Downtown

Make Up Party Deluxe: Washington DC

Jan 16, 2025

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Jan

17

2025

Adams Morgan

Catfish Stand-Up Comedy

Now - Jan 14, 2027

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Jan

17

2025

Ivy City

Thirsty Thursday College Night & Beer Pong Competition

Jan 16, 2025 - Jan 23, 2025

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Jan

17

2025

Downtown

Starting Five Showcase

Jan 17, 2025 - Jan 18, 2025

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Jan

17

2025

Georgetown

Friday Night Live Music

Jan 17, 2025 - Jan 15, 2027

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Jan

18

2025

Ivy City

Weekly Live Go-Go Music at Throw Social DC!

Jan 17, 2025 - Jan 31, 2025

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Jan

18

2025

Downtown

Mentalist Brian Curry: The Good Liar

Jan 18, 2025 - Mar 29, 2025

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Jan

18

2025

Downtown

Mentalist Brian Curry The Good Liar

Jan 18, 2025 - Feb 22, 2025

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Jan

19

2025

Maryland

Comedy Shows Near Me - Arundel Mills

Jan 18, 2025 - Dec 19, 2026

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Jan

19

2025

H Street NE

Dissonance Dance Theatre: Black Kinesphere

Jan 18, 2025

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Jan

19

2025

Virginia

John Holiday

Jan 19, 2025

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Jan

19

2025

Downtown

Tony Woods and Friends

Jan 19, 2025

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Jan

19

2025

Southwest & The Wharf

Elevate Drag Brunch

Jan 19, 2025 - Mar 15, 2026

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Jan

21

2025

Brookland

BFD Tuesdays

Now - May 27, 2025

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Entertainment & Nightlife

Calico

Bar Japonais

Public Bar Live

The Howard Theatre

TodayTix

Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company

Arena Stage at the Mead Center for Ameri...

The Howard Theatre

Upcoming Events

15

Southwest & The Wharf

Bond In Motion Exhibition at the International Spy Museum

15

Logan Circle

Tinsel and Tonic A Pop-Up by Wunder Garten

16

Maryland

20th Anniversary Class of Strathmore's Artist in Residence Program

16

Downtown

DC Improv Date Night

16

Shaw

Jazz Wednesday

16

Foggy Bottom

Kingbird is now open for dinner daily!

17

Downtown

Make Up Party Deluxe: Washington DC

17

Adams Morgan

Catfish Stand-Up Comedy

17

Ivy City

Thirsty Thursday College Night & Beer Pong Competition

17

Downtown

Starting Five Showcase

17

Georgetown

Friday Night Live Music

18

Ivy City

Weekly Live Go-Go Music at Throw Social DC!

18

Downtown

Mentalist Brian Curry: The Good Liar

18

Downtown

Mentalist Brian Curry The Good Liar

19

Maryland

Comedy Shows Near Me - Arundel Mills

19

H Street NE

Dissonance Dance Theatre: Black Kinesphere

19

Virginia

John Holiday