Entertainment & Nightlife in Washington, DC

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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1331 Bar + Lounge at JW Marriott Washing...

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

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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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Shaw

The 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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Downtown

The Park at 14th

Where Amazing Happens!

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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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Penn Quarter & Chinatown

Ford's Theatre

Where Lincoln's Legacy Lives.

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NoMa & Union Market

Masseria

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Downtown

Hedy's Rooftop

WASHINGTON DC ROOFTOP BAR & LOUNGE

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Downtown

The Hamilton

The Hamilton serves sushi, charcuterie, and seasonal regional American fare featuring fresh local ingredients.

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Upcoming Events

Jul

29

2025

Virginia

Pink Martini featuring China Forbes

Now - Jul 29, 2025

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29

2025

Southwest & The Wharf

Bond In Motion Exhibition at the International Spy Museum

Now - Aug 29, 2025

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Jul

29

2025

Downtown

La Vie en Jazz: Tuesday Jazz Night

Now - Sep 30, 2025

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29

2025

Penn Quarter & Chinatown

Concerts on the Avenue Series

Now - Aug 19, 2025

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Jul

30

2025

Adams Morgan

Catfish Stand-Up Comedy

Now - Jul 01, 2027

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30

2025

Congress Heights

Majic Wednesdays

Jul 30, 2025 - Aug 13, 2025

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30

2025

Downtown

Harry Potter and the Cursed Child

Now - Sep 07, 2025

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30

2025

Dupont Circle

Happy Hour at Residents

Now - Jun 08, 2027

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30

2025

Maryland

Live from the Lawn Free Summer Outdoor Concerts

Jul 30, 2025 - Aug 20, 2025

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Jul

30

2025

Downtown

Comedy Kumite XL

Jul 30, 2025 - Aug 06, 2025

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Jul

31

2025

Penn Quarter & Chinatown

Live Band Karaoke Wednesdays with The HariKaraoke Band!

Jul 30, 2025 - Jul 28, 2027

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Jul

31

2025

Dupont Circle

APROPOS OF NOTHING

Now - Aug 10, 2025

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31

2025

Downtown

Arnez J

Jul 31, 2025 - Aug 03, 2025

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31

2025

Virginia

A Very Special Evening with Emmylou Harris & Graham Nash

Jul 31, 2025

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Aug

01

2025

Virginia

One Night Only: An Evening with Kelli O'Hara & Sutton Foster

Aug 01, 2025

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01

2025

Georgetown

Friday Happy Hours at Key Bridge Boathouse

Aug 01, 2025 - Aug 29, 2025

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01

2025

Georgetown

Friday Night Live Music

Aug 01, 2025 - Jul 23, 2027

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Aug

02

2025

Georgetown

River Club Brunch

Aug 02, 2025 - Jul 25, 2027

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Aug

02

2025

Penn Quarter & Chinatown

The Delegate Presents The Magic Duel

Aug 02, 2025

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Aug

02

2025

Virginia

National Symphony Orchestra: Back to the Future in Concert

Aug 02, 2025

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Entertainment & Nightlife

The National Theatre

1331 Bar + Lounge at JW Marriott Washing...

Live! Casino & Hotel

The Howard Theatre

The Park at 14th

Shakespeare Theatre Company

Ford's Theatre

Masseria

Hedy's Rooftop

The Hamilton

Upcoming Events

29

Virginia

Pink Martini featuring China Forbes

29

Southwest & The Wharf

Bond In Motion Exhibition at the International Spy Museum

29

Downtown

La Vie en Jazz: Tuesday Jazz Night

29

Penn Quarter & Chinatown

Concerts on the Avenue Series

30

Adams Morgan

Catfish Stand-Up Comedy

30

Congress Heights

Majic Wednesdays

30

Downtown

Harry Potter and the Cursed Child

30

Dupont Circle

Happy Hour at Residents

30

Maryland

Live from the Lawn Free Summer Outdoor Concerts

30

Downtown

Comedy Kumite XL

31

Penn Quarter & Chinatown

Live Band Karaoke Wednesdays with The HariKaraoke Band!

31

Dupont Circle

APROPOS OF NOTHING

31

Downtown

Arnez J

31

Virginia

A Very Special Evening with Emmylou Harris & Graham Nash

01

Virginia

One Night Only: An Evening with Kelli O'Hara & Sutton Foster

01

Georgetown

Friday Happy Hours at Key Bridge Boathouse

01