Washington DC Event Planner Guide - 2025 Event Planning Guide
Entertainment & Nightlife
2024-12-06 02:57:26
BARS
a.lounge
AKA White House
1710 H St. NW
Downtown
Farragut North
Enjoy 4,000 sq. ft. of open-flow amenity spaces, a modern lounge area with a stunning bar and fireplace and contemporary, comfortable seating.
Code Red DC
2441 18th St. NW
Adams Morgan
Woodly Park-Zoo/Adams Morgan
Offers semi-private events for groups of 15 guests seated or 25 standing, as well as full buyouts for 70-75 guests seated or 120 standing.
Cure Bar & Bistro
Grand Hyatt Washington
1000 H St. NW
Penn Quarter/Chinatown
Metro Center
A multi-level relaxed swank lounge featuring top jazz concerts on four large plasma televisions and eclectic, comfortable furniture arrangements.
CUT Above
1050 31st St. NW
rosewoodhotels.com/en/washington-dc/dining/cut-above
Georgetown
Set against the capital’s iconic skyline, CUT Above is the ideal destination for al fresco entertaining.
Doyle
The Dupont Circle Hotel
1500 New Hampshire Ave. NW
(202) 448-4301, (866) 534-6835
Dupont Circle
Dupont Circle
Step back in time and experience a Mad Men-era cocktail lounge. Indoor fireplaces and a vast outdoor patio with heaters for the colder months.
Dubliner Pub
Phoenix Park Hotel
520 N Capitol St. NW
(202) 737-3773, (800) 824-5419
Capitol Hill
Union Station
Good food, nightly entertainment and Guinness on tap. Open daily.
Eighteenth Street Lounge
1230 9th St. NW
Shaw
Mt Vernon Sq 7th St-Convention Center
Venue with a max capacity of 270, located across from the Convention Center. Options for live entertainment, alcohol and light fare or catering.
Figleaf Bar and Lounge
1155 14th St. NW
viceroyhotelsandresorts.com/zena/dining-nightlife/figleaf
Downtown
Farragut North, McPherson Square
A bold, inventive and creative space, perfect for welcome receptions and team dinners.
Good Guys Club
2311 Wisconsin Ave. NW #7
Glover Park
Plan the perfect event at Good Guys Club, where extraordinary engagements come to life. Unforgettable DC awaits!
Hedy’s Rooftop
1155 14th St. NW
viceroyhotelsandresorts.com/zena/dining-nightlife/hedys-rooftop
Downtown
McPherson Square
A seasonal upscale rooftop lounge serving vibrant cocktails, spirits, and small bites. The side dish: those views of the iconic skyline.
Highline RxR
2130 Crystal Dr.
Arlington, VA
Virginia " Crystal City
A sprawling bar and event venue with a second-floor patio, communal-table seating, audio-visual capabilities and a room for up to 275 people.
Hush Rooftop
Viceroy Washington, DC
1430 Rhode Island Ave. NW
viceroyhotelsandresorts.com/washington-dc/diningnightlife/hush-rooftop-bar
Logan Circle
McPherson Square
Soak in the capital skyline while you savor specialty cocktails, wine, beer and light bites.
Lobby Bar
515 15th St. NW
Downtown Metro Center Meet, greet, sip and savor in a modern playground with the spirit of a literary salon.
metrobar
640 Rhode Island Ave. NE
Edgewood
Rhode Island Ave-Brentwood
Voted 2024 “Best Bar” in DC, metrobar showcases local beer, wine and spirits in a 11,000 sq. ft. indoor/outdoor venue featuring a redesigned Metro railcar.
Never Looked Better DC
130 Blagden Alley NW
Mount Vernon Square
Mt Vernon Sq 7th St- Convention Center
For your next corporate happy hour, birthday or just a night out, we offer an eclectic space and a fun atmosphere!
Punch Bowl Social - Arlington
4238 Wilson Blvd.
Ste. 1180
Arlington, VA
punchbowlsocial.com/location/arlington
Virginia
Ballston-MU
With everything from vintage arcade games to bowling, bar games and karaoke, this isn’t your run-of-the-mill pub.
Quill
1200 16th St. NW
Downtown
Farragut North
An upscale lounge and cocktail bar at The Jefferson, Washington, DC, offering an inspired mix of classic and signature cocktails.
Round Robin Bar
1401 Pennsylvania Ave. NW
washington.intercontinental.com/food-drink/round-robin-bar
Downtown
Metro Center, Gallery Pl-Chinatown
Nicknamed the “Oval Office of Bars,” the historic bar has been a lively meeting place for DC’s political and social elite since 1847.
The Rooftop At The Graham
1075 Thomas Jefferson St. NW
thegrahamgeorgetown.com/graham-rooftop
Georgetown
Foggy Bottom-GWU
Offers the best view in all of Georgetown. Enjoy one of our handcrafted cocktails and a light bite.
Silver Lyan
900 F St. NW
Penn Quarter/Chinatown
Metro Center
Subterranean cocktail bar by internationally-acclaimed bartender Ryan Chetiyawardana (Mr Lyan). Inspired by the culture, people and history of DC.
Silver Social
1250 Half St. SE
2nd Floor
Capitol Riverfront
Navy Yard-Ballpark
21+ terrace lounge, located next to Washington Nationals baseball stadium has a 3-season heated terrace; perfect for any function.
Tag Rooftop Bar
2015 Massachusetts Ave. NW
Dupont Circle
Dupont Circle
The only rooftop bar in Dupont Circle. Boasting stunning city views, refreshing cocktails, delicious food and exciting events.
Top of the Gate
The Watergate Hotel
2650 Virginia Ave. NW
thewatergatehotel.com/dine-and-drink/top-of-the-gate
Foggy Bottom
Foggy Bottom-GWU
Give your next event a stunning rooftop view. Small parties or full buyout available.
The Wells
727 C St. SE
Eastern Market
Eastern Market An upscale intimate gin bar, for conversation and connection, ideal for a pre or post-dinner reception.
Zebbie’s Garden & The Mayflower Club
1223 Connecticut Ave.
Dupont Circle
Dupont Circle A multi-level restaurant, bar and lounge, just South of Dupont Circle.
CASINOS
Live! Casino & Hotel
7002 Arundel Mills Cir. Hanover, MD
Maryland
Over 200 table games, 4,000 slots, a variety of dining options and nightly live entertainment. Free parking.
MGM National Harbor, The Casino
101 MGM National Ave.
Oxon Hill, MD
(301) 971-5000, (844) 646-6847
mgmnationalharbor.com/en/casino.html
Maryland
Step out of the city and onto the exhilarating casino floor of this multipurpose destination.
CIGAR LOUNGE
The Next Whisky Bar
2650 Virginia Ave. NW
thewatergatehotel.com/the-next-whisky-bar
Foggy Bottom
Foggy Bottom-GWU
Host your next event in this stylish and sophisticated whisky bar. Full buyout available for groups. Outdoor space on the Whisky Terrace.
COMEDY CLUB
Comedy Shows Near Me
DC Metro Area
Since inception, CSNM has produced over 100 shows, offering audiences countless laughs+ diversity of comedic voice and style on every show.
The Magic Duel Comedy Show
Two snarky magicians battle on stage for the title of DC’s Best, performing seriously funny magic with audience involvement from start to finish.
Mentalist and Magician Brian Curry: The Good Liar
Will read your thoughts, predict your future and blow your mind. Simple.
LIVE MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT
Cathedral Choral Society
3101 Wisconsin Ave. NW
Woodley Park
Tenleytown-AU
Creating awe-inspiring concert experiences in the majestic glow of Washington National Cathedral.
GoGo Symphony
DC Metro Area
Fuses DC’s official music genre, Go-Go, with a classical orchestra for critically acclaimed dope symphonies you can dance and party to.
The Hamilton Live
600 14th St. NW
Metro Center
Penn Quarter/Chinatown DC’s newest listening room for music and entertainment is dedicated to celebrating the talent and passion of America’s best artists.
NIGHTCLUBS
Cloakroom
476 K St. NW
Mount Vernon Square
Gallery Pl-Chinatown, Mt
Vernon Sq 7th
St-Convention Center
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.
SPORTS BARS
BeerLab DC
Marriott Marquis
Washington, DC
901 Massachusetts Ave. NW
Downtown
Mt Vernon Sq 7th St- Convention Center
Experience a high-tech DC sports bar and restaurant with delicious sliders, wings, sandwiches and an amazing beer selection.
Public Bar Live
1214 18th St.
Dupont Circle
Dupont Circle, Farragut North Elevate your private gatherings in an atmosphere that sparks creativity. Our adaptable spaces provide the ideal space for every kind of event.
Sports & Social
1314 U St. NW
U Street
U Street/African-Amer Civil War Memorial/Cardozo Offers private and semi-private event space.
Tom’s Watch Bar Navy Yard
1250 Half St. SE
tomswatchbar.com/coming-soon/#sign-up
Capitol Riverfront Endless Possibilities! We cater to your needs with flexible spaces for everything from corporate meetings to full restaurant buy-outs.
THEATER & STAGE
Rorschach Theatre
1333 H St. NE
H St. NE
Called “Washington’s leading fantasists” by the Washington Post, is known for epic, immersive theatre experiences.
Shear Madness
Kennedy Center Theater Lab
2700 F St. NW
(202) 467-4600, (800) 444-1324
www.kennedy-center.org/shearmadness
Foggy Bottom
Foggy Bottom-GWU
Outwit the suspects and catch the killer at this wildly popular interactive comedy whodunit. A must-see in DC, this is Washington at its funniest.
Signature Theatre
4200 Campbell Ave.
Arlington, VA
Virginia " Pentagon City This Tony Award-winning theater is DC’s “positively swanky” (New York Times) home for contemporary musicals and plays.
Theatre Washington ★
641 D St. NW
Embassy Row
Dupont Circle
Dedicated to supporting and representing all sectors of the Washington theater community to build a strong, vibrant, connected community.
U.S. Military District of Washington Public Affairs
210 B St.
Ste. 2 Bldg. 47
Southwest & The Wharf
Waterfront
Home of the Army’s official ceremonial unit, the 3rd U.S. Infantry (The Old Guard) and The U.S. Army Band (Pershing’s Own).
The Washington Ballet
3515 Wisconsin Ave. NW
Upper Northwest
Tenleytown-AU This season TWB welcomes new Artistic Director, Edwaard Liang, with a season dedicated to artistic exploration. Group discounts are available.
TICKETING AGENCIES
TodayTix ★
DC Metro Area The first and only free mobile app that provides access to the best prices on theater tickets booked same-day or within a month’s time.
©Washington-DC. View All Articles.