4th Annual National Capital Cabaret Festival

🎭 National Capital Cabaret Festival 2026

March 27–28, 2026 | Barrel House Café & Bar | Washington, D.C.

Step into an unforgettable evening of music, storytelling, and connection at the Fourth Annual National Capital Cabaret Festival—Washington, D.C.’s premier celebration of the cabaret arts.

Over two nights, experience an intimate lineup of acclaimed performers and rising stars as they bring jazz standards, Great American Songbook favorites, contemporary interpretations, and original works to life. Set in the warm, up-close atmosphere of Barrel House Café & Bar, every performance invites you to feel the music, connect with the story, and be part of something truly special.

✨ Festival Lineup

Friday, March 27
6:30 PM — Dan Murray with Alfred Yun
“Reviving DC’s Jazz Gems”

8:30 PM — Steve Washington
“Songsmiths & Troubadours”

Saturday, March 28
6:30 PM — Emerging Artist Showcase
Curated by Kelly Smith Jones, featuring standout DMV talent

8:30 PM — Michael Shea
“Psyche Knows The Way”

🌟 Why You’ll Love It

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  Intimate, up-close performances you won’t get anywhere else

  
  


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  A mix of established artists and emerging talent

  
  


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  A vibrant celebration of DC’s growing cabaret scene

  
  


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  Perfect for date nights, music lovers, and culture seekers

  
  

🎟️ Event Details

Location: Barrel House Café & Bar, Washington, D.C.
Dates: March 27–28, 2026
Showtimes: 6:30 PM & 8:30 PM each night

🎤 About Capital Cabaret

Capital Cabaret is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to advancing the art of cabaret through performance, education, and community engagement—creating space for artists and audiences to connect through the power of live storytelling.

🎟️ Reserve your tickets now and experience DC’s premier cabaret event.