Entertainment & Nightlife in Washington, DC

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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Embassy Row

Theatre Washington

Experience Theatre in Washington DC

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Mount Vernon Square

Morris American Bar

Morris Bar features artisan cocktails in a Wes Anderson inspired boutique bar setting

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Eastern Market

The Wells

An upscale intimate gin bar, for conversation and connection, ideal for a drink before or after dinner.

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Shaw

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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Shaw

Ambar-Shaw

Ambar is the first modern, international Balkan cuisine restaurant in DC.

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Virginia

Punch Bowl Social - Arlington

Punch Bowl Social is where party people come for an awe-inspiring experience, whether it's their first visit or their 50th.

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Mount Vernon Square

Cloakroom

DC's premier venue features 5,000 sq. ft. of space, a rooftop with panoramic views, a large stage, high-tech sound and lighting and luxe finishes.

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Upcoming Events

May

09

2024

Petworth

District Trivia at Hook Hall

Now - Jul 25, 2024

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May

09

2024

Adams Morgan

Catfish Stand-Up Comedy

Now - Apr 30, 2026

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May

09

2024

NoMa

New Thursday Party

Now - Sep 04, 2025

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May

10

2024

H Street NE

Prologue Theatre: Marjorie Prime

Now - May 19, 2024

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May

08

2024

Penn Quarter & Chinatown

Little Shop of Horrors

Now - May 18, 2024

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May

08

2024

Downtown

Passport DC

Now - May 31, 2024

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May

10

2024

Dance to LIVE GoGo Bands EVERY Friday!

Now - Aug 09, 2024

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Jun

01

2024

Maryland

Comedy Shows Near Me - Silver Spring

Now - May 02, 2026

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May

12

2024

NoMa

Sunday Party at Wunder Garten

Now - Oct 06, 2024

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May

12

2024

Ivy City

LGBTQIA+ Singles Night at Throw Social D.C.

Now - May 25, 2025

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May

14

2024

Brookland

BFD Tuesdays

Now - May 27, 2025

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May

14

2024

Penn Quarter & Chinatown

Live Acoustic Music

Now - Dec 24, 2024

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May

14

2024

Penn Quarter & Chinatown

Trivia

Now - May 28, 2024

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May

08

2024

NoMa

CiNoMatic

May 08, 2024 - Jun 05, 2024

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Penn Quarter & Chinatown

Dope and Classy Open Mic

Now - May 28, 2025

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May

08

2024

Maryland

Strathmore Artist in Residence Class of 2024

May 08, 2024 - Jun 26, 2024

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May

08

2024

Shaw

Halfway to the Weekend Wednesday

Now - May 28, 2025

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May

09

2024

Logan Circle

Hush Rooftop Opening Party

May 09, 2024

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May

09

2024

DC Paint & Sip + Ladies Night!

May 09, 2024

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May

09

2024

Downtown

The Answer is Murder

May 09, 2024

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Entertainment & Nightlife

Shakespeare Theatre Company

Theatre Washington

Morris American Bar

The Wells

Howard Theatre

Ambar-Shaw

Punch Bowl Social - Arlington

Cloakroom

Upcoming Events

09

Petworth

District Trivia at Hook Hall

09

Adams Morgan

Catfish Stand-Up Comedy

09

NoMa

New Thursday Party

10

H Street NE

Prologue Theatre: Marjorie Prime

08

Penn Quarter & Chinatown

Little Shop of Horrors

08

Downtown

Passport DC

10

Dance to LIVE GoGo Bands EVERY Friday!

01

Maryland

Comedy Shows Near Me - Silver Spring

12

NoMa

Sunday Party at Wunder Garten

12

Ivy City

LGBTQIA+ Singles Night at Throw Social D.C.

14

Brookland

BFD Tuesdays

14

Penn Quarter & Chinatown

Live Acoustic Music

14

Penn Quarter & Chinatown

Trivia

08

NoMa

CiNoMatic

Penn Quarter & Chinatown

Dope and Classy Open Mic

08

Maryland

Strathmore Artist in Residence Class of 2024

08

Shaw

Halfway to the Weekend Wednesday

09

Logan Circle