Entertainment & Nightlife in Washington, DC

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Downtown

1331 Bar + Lounge at JW Marriott Washing...

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

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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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Logan Circle

Barrel House Cafe & Bar

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

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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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Downtown

Astro Beer Hall

Astro Beer Hall is located just across the street from Metro Center.

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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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Ivy City

Vera Cocina & Bar

Vera Cocina & Bar is a celebration of Lebanese & Mexican cultural heritage.

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DC Metro Area

Cirque du Soleil

OVO is a riot of energy!

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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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Penn Quarter & Chinatown

City Tap House Penn Quarter

Offering craft brews from around the world, authentic brick-oven pizza and gourmet American fare for an updated gastropub experience.

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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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Georgetown

Now - Mar 31, 2028

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May

17

2026

National Mall

The Smithsonian Chamber Music Society Presents: Three Centuries of Masterworks

Now - May 17, 2026

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May

17

2026

Downtown

Alfred Robles

Now - May 17, 2026

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May

17

2026

Virginia

Asian Festival on Main

Now - May 17, 2026

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May

17

2026

Virginia

Mother’s Day Afternoon Tea at Mount Vernon

Now - May 17, 2026

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May

17

2026

Virginia

Spring Wine Festival at Mount Vernon

Now - May 17, 2026

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May

18

2026

Downtown

American Apparitions: A Psychogeographies Project

Now - Sep 30, 2026

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May

18

2026

Southwest & The Wharf

The Motion

Now - Jun 14, 2026

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May

18

2026

Virginia

Bond’s Entertainment Center Opens in Fairfax City

Now - May 16, 2028

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May

18

2026

Dupont Circle

Happy Hour at Residents

Now - Jun 08, 2027

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May

18

2026

Foggy Bottom

Our Nation on the Millennium Stage

Now - Dec 31, 2026

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May

18

2026

Georgetown

River Club Happy Hour

May 18, 2026 - May 15, 2028

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May

18

2026

Trivia at Wundegarten

May 18, 2026 - Dec 28, 2026

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May

19

2026

Capitol Hill

The O.B. Hardison Poetry Series Finale Reading

May 19, 2026

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May

19

2026

Downtown

The Great Gatsby - A New Musical

Now - May 24, 2026

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May

19

2026

Virginia

Pippin

Now - Jul 26, 2026

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May

19

2026

The Great Gatsby - Musical

Now - May 24, 2026

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May

19

2026

Penn Quarter & Chinatown

Othello

May 19, 2026 - Jun 21, 2026

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May

19

2026

Downtown

Drunk Shakespeare

Now - Jun 07, 2026

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May

19

2026

Adams Morgan

Catfish Stand-Up Comedy

May 19, 2026 - Jul 01, 2027

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Entertainment & Nightlife

1331 Bar + Lounge at JW Marriott Washing...

Mentalist and Magician Brian Curry: The ...

The Magic Duel Comedy Show

Barrel House Cafe & Bar

a.kitchen + bar dc

Astro Beer Hall

STK Washington DC

Vera Cocina & Bar

Cirque du Soleil

Live! Casino & Hotel

City Tap House Penn Quarter

Shakespeare Theatre Company

Upcoming Events

03

Georgetown

17

National Mall

The Smithsonian Chamber Music Society Presents: Three Centuries of Masterworks

17

Downtown

Alfred Robles

17

Virginia

Asian Festival on Main

17

Virginia

Mother’s Day Afternoon Tea at Mount Vernon

17

Virginia

Spring Wine Festival at Mount Vernon

18

Downtown

American Apparitions: A Psychogeographies Project

18

Southwest & The Wharf

The Motion

18

Virginia

Bond’s Entertainment Center Opens in Fairfax City

18

Dupont Circle

Happy Hour at Residents

18

Foggy Bottom

Our Nation on the Millennium Stage

18

Georgetown

River Club Happy Hour

18

Trivia at Wundegarten

19

Capitol Hill

The O.B. Hardison Poetry Series Finale Reading

19

Downtown

The Great Gatsby - A New Musical

19

Virginia

Pippin

19

The Great Gatsby - Musical