Eva's Shimmy Shack

Eva’s Shimmy Shack: A Speakeasy Experience Celebrating DC’s Black Renaissance

Thursday, December 10, 2026 | 7 PM
Wunder Garten | 1101 First Street NE, Washington, DC
🎟️ Ticketed Event | Advance Tickets Encouraged

Step Back in Time. Dress to Impress. Get Ready to Shimmy!

Travel back to the roaring 1920s for an unforgettable evening of music, dance, glamour, and history as Eva’s Shimmy Shack transforms Wunder Garten into a lively speakeasy celebrating the spirit of Washington, DC's Black Renaissance.

We're turning back the clock to 1926, when legendary cultural figures like Duke Ellington, Langston Hughes, and Consuelo Harris helped shape an extraordinary era of Black artistic expression, creativity, and nightlife. From the jazz clubs and underground speakeasies to the vibrant dance floors of Washington, DC, the spirit of that remarkable period comes alive for one extraordinary night in NoMa.

An Evening of Music, Burlesque & Entertainment

Experience the energy and excitement of the Jazz Age with a modern twist!

DJ Jona Monet will set the mood with an electrifying blend of high-energy dance music, jazz-inspired sounds, and modern musical fusion that will keep the dance floor moving.

Throughout the evening, enjoy captivating pop-up burlesque and dance performances featuring some of DC's most dynamic entertainers:

✨ Eva Mystique – Host & Featured Performer
✨ Bebe Bardeaux – Burlesque & Dance
✨ EJ Lee – Featured Performer
✨ Kassidy Luvit – Featured Performer

Expect dazzling performances, irresistible rhythms, vintage glamour, and plenty of surprises as we celebrate the creativity and cultural legacy of DC's historic Black nightlife scene.

A Special Martini Experience by Blossom Beverages

Adding an extra touch of sophistication to the evening, Blossom Beverages joins Eva's Shimmy Shack as a special event partner, presenting an exclusive Martini Bar Experience.

Sip on specially crafted martinis inspired by the elegance and indulgence of the speakeasy era. Whether you prefer a timeless classic or something with a contemporary twist, Blossom Beverages will bring a distinctive cocktail experience to this unforgettable celebration.

Celebrating DC's Nightlife Heritage

Proudly co-sponsored by City Brew Tours DC, Eva's Shimmy Shack is more than a night of entertainment. It's a celebration of Washington's rich cultural history, the extraordinary contributions of Black artists and entertainers, and the enduring influence of the Jazz Age on today's music, fashion, and nightlife.

Dress the Part!

Guests are encouraged to embrace the glamour of the 1920s! Think flapper dresses, fringe, feathers, sharp suits, suspenders, fedoras, and vintage-inspired elegance.

1920s attire is encouraged but not required.

Secure Your Tickets!

Join us for a night where history meets modern nightlife, the martinis flow, and the dance floor comes alive!

📅 Thursday, December 10, 2026
🕖 Doors Open at 7 PM
📍 Wunder Garten at NoMa
1101 First Street NE, Washington, DC 20002

🎟️ This is a ticketed event. Advance ticket purchases are strongly encouraged.

Tickets available at WunderGartenDC.com

Presented by Wunder Garten & Eva Mystique
Special Martini Bar Partner: Blossom Beverages
Co-Sponsored by City Brew Tours DC

Reliving the DC Black Renaissance of 1926 in 2026.

The music. The glamour. The history. The shimmy. Don't miss it!