DC Nightlife

Club nights, DJ sets, and parties straight from the venues’ own announcements, often before they hit a ticketing site.

25 upcoming events

Coming up

Times are as announced; check the venue before you go.

Friday, October 23

Andruss Music at Zebbie's Garden

Mexico’s own @andrussmusic returns to the Garden and is bringing his @wavesclubbers party to DC for the very first time!

Saturday, October 24

Sat, Oct 24

Yousuke Yukimatsu

Join us for a night with Yousuke Yukimatsu at Echostage.

Sunday, October 25

Sun, Oct 25

SIR Sunday Halloween Brunch

Join us for the hottest running Halloween brunch show in DC with the men of SIR taking the stage for a spooky and sexy performance. Enjoy drinks, a costume contest, and two showtimes to choose from.

Saturday, October 31

Sat, Oct 31

Nightmare on Jefferson Place

Join us Halloween night, October 31, as Nightmare on Jefferson Place comes alive with DJ @iamloudr + DJ TOTO from 10 PM to late.

Saturday, November 7

Sat, Nov 7

Anamanaguchi at Echostage

Anamanaguchi brings their unique sound featuring fuzzy guitars, strained vocals, & explosive drums to Echostage in support of Madeon’s Victory LIVE tour.

Saturday, November 14

Sat, Nov 14

Kamino at Zebbie's Garden

Rising chart-topping tech house staple Kamino makes his Garden debut with support by Riza and Mr. White Sounds.

Wednesday, November 25

Wed, Nov 25

Thanksgiving Eve Party

Join us for one of the biggest nights out of the year with 10 DJs going B2B all night and a champagne open bar from 9–10 PM!

Wednesday, December 2

Wed, Dec 2

Kim Petras De-Tour

Join us for Kim Petras as she brings her De-Tour to Echostage on December 2nd.

Thursday, December 3

Thu, Dec 3

Pigeons Playing Ping Pong

Join us for two shows at the 9:30 Club featuring Pigeons Playing Ping Pong. Tickets go on sale August 7th at 10AM.

Friday, December 4

Fri, Dec 4

Max Styler's Headline Debut

Join us for Max Styler's headline debut at Echostage, featuring performances by Discip and Misha Music. This event promises to be a highlight in the indie dance and tech house scene.

Fri, Dec 4

Pigeons Playing Ping Pong

Join us for two shows at the 9:30 Club featuring Pigeons Playing Ping Pong. Tickets go on sale August 7th at 10AM.

Saturday, December 5

Sat, Dec 5

Pigeons Playing Ping Pong

Join us for two shows at the 9:30 Club featuring Pigeons Playing Ping Pong. Tickets go on sale August 7th at 10AM.

Sunday, December 6

Sun, Dec 6

Standup Comedy for Christmas

Join us for a night of laughter with @demetrimartinofficial as he brings his standup comedy to The 9:30 Club this Christmas season.

Monday, December 7

Mon, Dec 7

Montell Fish

Join us for a live concert featuring Montell Fish.

Tuesday, December 8

Tue, Dec 8

GWAR Concert

Join us for an unforgettable night with GWAR at The 9:30 Club. It's going to be a movieeee!

Thursday, December 10

Thu, Dec 10

Matisyahu

Join us for a live concert featuring Matisyahu at The 9:30 Club.

Saturday, December 12

Sat, Dec 12

Daily Bread - Vanishing Point Tour

Daily Bread brings his Vanishing Point tour to DC for his headline debut at Echostage, featuring special guests Steller Sounds and Motif V.

Wednesday, December 16

Wed, Dec 16

This Time It's Really Christmas

Join Matt Rogers for a festive performance at The 9:30 Club.

Saturday, December 19

Sat, Dec 19

Thievery Corporation

Join us for a night with Thievery Corporation at The 9:30 Club.

Sunday, December 27

Sun, Dec 27

FISHER at Echostage

Join us for a high-energy set by FISHER, known for his wild sense of humor and some of the biggest tracks in modern house music.

Tuesday, December 29

Tue, Dec 29

Echothon with DJ Snake

DJ Snake returns for his second annual Echothon at Echostage, bringing an impressive list of mega hits and a fresh sound.

Wednesday, December 30

Wed, Dec 30

Fade Into Nothing Tour

Join @itsmurph for his Fade Into Nothing tour at Echostage on December 30th, featuring guest @heyyyitsmenu. Experience euphoric melodies and gritty baselines as it’s murph makes his headline debut.

Friday, January 1

Fri, Jan 1

Crankdat Night 1

Crankdat brings a massive double header to Echostage on January 1st, with support from JKYLXHYDE and IamLuckySounds.

Saturday, January 2

Sat, Jan 2

Crankdat Night 2

Crankdat brings a massive double header to Echostage on January 2nd, with support from IamAhee and Casey Club.

Monday, March 1

Mon, Mar 1

Michael Shannon & Jason Narducy and Friends play R.E.M.'s Document

Join us for a special concert featuring Michael Shannon and Jason Narducy as they perform R.E.M.'s iconic album 'Document'.

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harbor east

B-Side Cocktails & Karaoke

Craft cocktails and private karaoke rooms tucked inside Hotel Revival.

dupont circle

Bistro du Coin

A loud, lovable French bistro where dinner regularly becomes a night out.

ashton heights

Brass Rabbit

An upscale neighborhood pub with cocktails sharp enough for date night.

charles village

Charles Village Pub and Patio

A straightforward neighborhood pub with a useful patio and regular events.

locust point

City Limits

A classic Locust Point sports bar with wings, screens, and neighborhood regulars.

charles village

Club Charles

An art-deco Baltimore dive with cinematic looks and stubborn staying power.

georgetown

Clyde's of Georgetown

The original Clyde’s still works for oysters, martinis, and an easy Georgetown meet-up.

rosslyn

Continental Pool Lounge

Pool tables, mid-century style, and a Rosslyn beer garden with room to move.

locust point

Copper Shark

Bourbon-forward drinks and chef-driven food in a polished Locust Point room.

court house

Courthaus Social

A large Arlington beer garden made for groups and good weather.

crystal city

Crystal City Sports Pub

A multi-level sports pub with a screen for practically every game.

adams morgan

Dan's Cafe

The squeeze-bottle-shot rite of passage that refuses to become polished.

virginia square

Darna Lounge

A late-night Arlington lounge for groups chasing music and a bigger-room atmosphere.

adams morgan

Decades

A multi-floor nightclub cycling through decades of dance-floor nostalgia.

fells point

Dogwatch Tavern

A straightforward Fells Point tavern for games, pints, and late-night regulars.

crystal city

Freddie's Beach Bar & Restaurant

Northern Virginia’s exuberant LGBTQ bar for karaoke, drag, and unapologetic color.

virginia square

Galaxy Hut

A tiny Arlington original with craft beer, vegetarian food, and indie credibility.

adams morgan

Grand Central

A multi-level Adams Morgan sports bar with legal wagering in the mix.

capitol hill

Granville Moore's

Belgian beer and mussels in one of H Street’s most enduring narrow rooms.

dupont circle

James Hoban's Irish Restaurant & Bar

A traditional Irish pub holding down a prime Dupont corner.

old town alexandria

Joe Theismann's Restaurant

An Old Town sports institution with enough history to outlast the scoreboard.

adams morgan

Johnny Pistolas

Tacos, brunch, and DJs that push the room well past dinner.

dupont circle

JR's Bar and Grill

A longstanding 17th Street gay bar with an easygoing neighborhood pulse.

shaw

Kinship

Elegant, quietly ambitious dining for a date that deserves planning.

dupont circle

Larry's Lounge

A low-key LGBTQ neighborhood bar that feels more living room than nightclub.

harbor east

Loch Bar

An upscale seafood tavern for oysters, whiskey, and Harbor East people-watching.

federal hill

MaGerk's

Philly cheesesteaks and sports-bar volume in the heart of Federal Hill.

georgetown

Martin's Tavern

A historic Georgetown tavern where the booths come with real political lore.

fells point

Max's Taphouse

A Fells Point beer institution with a tap list that borders on unreasonable.

federal hill

Mother's Federal Hill Grille

A Ravens-obsessed Federal Hill landmark with a patio made for game day.

bolton hill

Mt Royal Tavern

A beloved Baltimore dive with art-school character and no interest in polish.

fells point

Mustang Alley Bowling

Bowling, drinks, and dinner under one roof for groups that need an activity.

shaw

Old Ebbitt Grill

DC’s historic raw-bar institution still knows how to handle a packed room.

old town alexandria

Old Hat Bar

A modern Old Town gastropub balancing serious drinks with an easy neighborhood feel.

bolton hill

One-Eyed Mike's

A tiny Grand Marnier-obsessed tavern with a cult-club streak.

dupont circle

Ozio Martini & Cigar Lounge

Martinis, cigars, and a dressier late-night lounge mood near Dupont.

rosslyn

Quinn's on the Corner

A reliable neighborhood bar for daily specials and uncomplicated Rosslyn drinks.

fells point

Riptide by the Bay

A casual Fells Point seafood bar built for breezy group nights.

dupont circle

Saint Yves

A fashion-forward Dupont club with a social-media-ready crowd.

adams morgan

Shenanigans Irish Pub

An Adams Morgan pub built for group nights and comedy-fueled weekends.

georgetown

Smith Point

An intentionally elusive Georgetown club powered by exclusivity and word of mouth.

shaw

Supra

Georgian feasts, amber wine, and the kind of table built for sharing.

fells point

Thames Street Oyster House

A serious oyster house that still feels connected to the Fells Point street scene.

virginia square

The Board Room

Board games, brewery pours, and trivia for groups that need more than conversation.

shaw

The Dabney

A Michelin-starred Mid-Atlantic dinner worth building the whole night around.

adams morgan

The Fox and Hounds Lounge

A cozy Dupont-adjacent lounge with cheap pours, a jukebox, and a patio.

locust point

The Last Penny

A minimalist neighborhood bar that lets the drinks and regulars carry the room.

adams morgan

The Mayflower Club

A polished multi-level club made for dressed-up group nights.

bolton hill

The Owl Bar

A grand historic bar where the architecture does half the work.

fells point

The Point

A modern Fells Point bar with a social patio and waterfront-neighborhood energy.

adams morgan

The Raven

A Mount Pleasant dive where the jukebox matters more than the website.

bolton hill

The Royal Blue

A modern neighborhood bar that keeps the pitch simple: drinks, music, and late hours.

capitol hill

The Saloon

A no-frills beer bar that has never needed a digital strategy.

old town alexandria

The Study at Morrison House

A quiet hotel lounge for civilized cocktails away from King Street crowds.

georgetown

The Tombs

The below-street Georgetown institution generations of students refuse to outgrow.

court house

Tupelo Honey Cafe

Southern comfort food and cocktails in a polished, group-friendly room.