Entertainment & Nightlife in Washington, DC

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The National Theatre

Located on Pennsylvania Avenue near the White House, the historic National is one of America's oldest, continually-operating theaters.

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DC Metro Area

Whiskey Rebellion Trail

If you want to know American whiskey, you’ve got to know the mid-Atlantic region

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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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NoMa & Union Market

Wunder Garten

Outdoor community German inspired beergarden

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Georgetown

CUT Above

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Adams Morgan

Roofers Union

Roofers Union’s menu, beverage program and bubbly atmosphere make it an inviting place to gather for any occasion.

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Capitol Riverfront

Tom's Watch Bar Navy Yard

Tom’s Watch Bar defines the ultimate sports watching entertainment experience. Promising “All the Sports, all the Time”

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Virginia

Hotel AKA Alexandria

Hotel AKA Alexandria brings a new level of style and sophistication to Old Town, a charming historic destination known for its boutique shopping, art galleries and waterfront restaurants.

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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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Upcoming Events

Jul

13

2025

Dupont Circle

APROPOS OF NOTHING

Now - Aug 10, 2025

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Jul

13

2025

Virginia

The Untitled Unauthorized Hunter S. Thompson

Now - Jul 13, 2025

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13

2025

Penn Quarter & Chinatown

Ali Wong and Bill Hader Present

Now - Jul 27, 2025

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13

2025

Downtown

Joyelle Johnson

Now - Jul 13, 2025

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13

2025

Penn Quarter & Chinatown

Duel Reality

Now - Jul 20, 2025

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13

2025

Virginia

Todo Sonido Festival: Carlos Vives

Now - Jul 13, 2025

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13

2025

Downtown

Harry Potter and the Cursed Child

Now - Sep 07, 2025

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13

2025

Georgetown

River Club Brunch

Now - Jul 11, 2027

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Jul

14

2025

Southwest & The Wharf

A Wrinkle in Time

Now - Jul 18, 2025

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Jul

14

2025

Dupont Circle

Happy Hour at Residents

Now - Jun 08, 2027

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14

2025

Southwest & The Wharf

Bond In Motion Exhibition at the International Spy Museum

Now - Aug 29, 2025

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Jul

14

2025

Georgetown

River Club Happy Hour

Jul 14, 2025 - Jul 12, 2027

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Jul

15

2025

Virginia

Iron & Wine + I'm With Her

Jul 15, 2025

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15

2025

Downtown

La Vie en Jazz: Tuesday Jazz Night

Jul 15, 2025 - Sep 30, 2025

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15

2025

Penn Quarter & Chinatown

Concerts on the Avenue Series

Jul 15, 2025 - Aug 19, 2025

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Jul

16

2025

Adams Morgan

Catfish Stand-Up Comedy

Jul 15, 2025 - Jul 01, 2027

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Jul

16

2025

Virginia

Barenaked Ladies: Last Summer on Earth Tour 2025

Jul 16, 2025

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Jul

16

2025

Congress Heights

Majic Wednesdays

Jul 16, 2025 - Aug 13, 2025

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16

2025

Penn Quarter & Chinatown

STC Academy: The Taming of the Shrew

Jul 16, 2025 - Jul 26, 2025

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16

2025

Maryland

Live from the Lawn Free Summer Outdoor Concerts

Jul 16, 2025 - Aug 20, 2025

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Entertainment & Nightlife

1331 Bar + Lounge at JW Marriott Washing...

The National Theatre

Whiskey Rebellion Trail

DAR Constitution Hall

Wunder Garten

CUT Above

Roofers Union

Tom's Watch Bar Navy Yard

Hotel AKA Alexandria

Daikaya Izakaya

Upcoming Events

13

Dupont Circle

APROPOS OF NOTHING

13

Virginia

The Untitled Unauthorized Hunter S. Thompson

13

Penn Quarter & Chinatown

Ali Wong and Bill Hader Present

13

Downtown

Joyelle Johnson

13

Penn Quarter & Chinatown

Duel Reality

13

Virginia

Todo Sonido Festival: Carlos Vives

13

Downtown

Harry Potter and the Cursed Child

13

Georgetown

River Club Brunch

14

Southwest & The Wharf

A Wrinkle in Time

14

Dupont Circle

Happy Hour at Residents

14

Southwest & The Wharf

Bond In Motion Exhibition at the International Spy Museum

14

Georgetown

River Club Happy Hour

15

Virginia

Iron & Wine + I'm With Her

15

Downtown

La Vie en Jazz: Tuesday Jazz Night

15

Penn Quarter & Chinatown

Concerts on the Avenue Series

16

Adams Morgan

Catfish Stand-Up Comedy

16

Virginia