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Welcome to Bar DC

Welcome to Bar DC, your ultimate guide to the vibrant nightlife of the nation's capital. Whether you're looking for a cozy speakeasy, a high-energy nightclub, or a laid-back neighborhood pub, you'll find the best spots in the city for your perfect night out.

Explore our comprehensive directory by neighborhood, category, or browse our featured events to stay ahead of the curve. From the historic streets of Georgetown to the bustling corridors of U Street, discover the hidden gems and local favorites that make DC’s bar scene truly unique.

Adams Morgan Barracks Row Capitol Hill Columbia Heights Downtown Dupont Circle Foggy Bottom Gallery Place / Chinatown Georgetown H Street NE Ivy City Logan Circle Navy Yard NoMa Penn Quarter Petworth Shaw The Wharf U Street

🌟 Top Events This Week

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🎶 diffuse: Rossi.

Sunday, February 15th

A daytime Sunday session with Rossi., presented by diffuse.

Logo @ Culture

🎤 Miguel: CAOS Tour

Sunday, February 15th

Live Nation Presents... with Jean Dawson. Doors: 7:00PM

Logo @ The Anthem

🌀 Subtronics: Fibonacci Tour 2026 - Night 1

Thursday, February 19th

Special Guest: Juelz. Support: Avello, St. Mary CØSTA.

Logo @ Echostage

🌀 Subtronics: Fibonacci Tour 2026 - Night 2

Friday, February 20th

Special Guest: Whethan. Support: Blossom, Capshun, Evan riley.

Logo @ Echostage

💃 Freya Skye – Stars Align Tour

Friday, February 20th

Doors: 6:30PM. Tickets only resold via Face Value Exchange.

Logo @ The Anthem

Cryfest: The Cure vs. The Smiths Dance Party 😭🖤

Saturday, February 21st

FYM Productions presents the largest Cure/Smiths dance party in the US. Doors at 9:00 PM.

Logo @ Black Cat

📰 Latest News

Craft Beer & Brewing
Jan 29, 2026

Recipe: Bluejacket Common People

Bluejacket collaborated with DC Beer to create 'Common People,' a modern take on the Kentucky common style that balances...

The Washington Post
Jan 26, 2026

Next up for actor Wilmer Valderrama? Opening a D.C. cocktail bar.

Colada Shop founder Daniella Senior is partnering with actor Wilmer Valderrama to open Elegancia, an upscale Latin...

Technical.ly
Jan 22, 2026

A $100 mug drink and a High Life ‘pleb’: My night at DC’s new Bitcoin bar

Pubkey is a sprawling 12,000-square-foot Bitcoin-themed bar in DC’s Penn Quarter featuring themed cocktails, a podcast...

WJLA
Jan 21, 2026

Boundary Stone Celebrates 15 Years of Neighborhood Charm and Crowd Favorite Classics

Boundary Stone celebrates 15 years in Bloomingdale, offering classic American comfort food like honey hot chicken...

PoPville
Jan 19, 2026

Shrewd Awakening

Barrel House Cafe & Bar hosts "Shrewd Awakening," an immersive bar-theater experience that reimagines Shakespeare’s The...

Eater DC
Jan 14, 2026

Award-Winning Burgers Over Beer — and More D.C. Restaurant Openings to Know in January

Atlas Brew Works has launched its new flagship Bridge District Brewery & Tap Room in Southeast D.C.’s Anacostia...

PoPville
Jan 14, 2026

NOW a Done Deal – GM from Across The Pond opening Dupont Public House in the old Sign of the Whale space!!

Across the Pond's general manager is opening Dupont Public House in the former Sign of the Whale space at 1825 M Street,...

Axios
Jan 13, 2026

Taste Test: Penn Quarter's new "not a MAGA" Bitcoin bar

PubKey is a Bitcoin-themed tavern in Penn Quarter that offers a "nerd bar" atmosphere with an Americana-inspired menu...

Eater DC
Jan 12, 2026

A Petite Cork Wine Bar Cracks Open in Cleveland Park

Cork Wine Bar and Market has opened a new, petite standalone location in D.C.’s Cleveland Park featuring a street-level...

Washingtonian
Jan 9, 2026

Cork Wine Bar and Market Expands to Cleveland Park

Cork Wine Bar and Market has expanded with a new location in Cleveland Park, offering a counter-service model with over...

Cafe Citron

Dance Clubs, Latin, Nightclub

🎉 HH

District Champagne

Wine Bars, Bottle Shops

Sunday, February 22nd

🎹 Elise Trouw: The Diary of Elon Lust Tour

@ Union Stage

Vagabond Bar and Kitchen

Rooftop Bars, Gastropubs, Happy Hour Spots

🎉 HH
Georgetown Bars

On The Rocks

Rooftop Bars, Lounges, Hookah Lounges

🎉 HH

Bar Chinois

Cocktail Bars, Asian Fusion, Happy Hour Spots

🎉 HH

manifest 001

Speakeasies, Cocktail Bars, Lounges

Jackie Lee's

Neighborhood Bars, Dive Bars, Game Bars
Foggy Bottom Bars

H Street Pub

Neighborhood Bars, Dive Bars, Taproom

Wet Dog Tavern

Taverns, Neighborhood Bars, Dog Friendly
Supper Clubs

Aqua

Nightclub, Dance Clubs, Late Night

Uproar Lounge & Restaurant

Lounges, Rooftop Bars, Karaoke Bars
Barracks Row Bars

MK ON U

Rooftop Bars, Cocktail Bars, Happy Hour Spots

bartaco

Taco Bars, Cocktail Bars, Waterfront

Shenanigan’s Irish Pub

Irish Pubs, Comedy Clubs, Dive Bars

Chicatana

Taco Bars, Mezcalerias, Mexican

🎉 HH

Bammy's Modern Caribbean

Rum Bars, Happy Hour Spots

Merry Christmas Bar

Cocktail Bars, Themed, Rooftop Bars

Olive & Arrow

Speakeasies, Cocktail Bars, Basements
Whiskey Bars

Thursday, April 2nd

Dogs In A Pile Natalie Brooke

@ 9:30 Club

Saturday, February 21st

🎤 Mariah the Scientist: HEARTS SOLD SEPARATELY TOUR

@ The Anthem

Kbird DC

Cocktail Bars, Lounges, Happy Hour Spots

Paste & Rind

Wine Bars, Romantic, Happy Hour Spots
Waterfront

Tiffany's Bar and Bistro

Cocktail Bars, Brunch Spots, American

Gold Clover Bar

Neighborhood Bars, Cocktail Bars, Dive Bars

The Rooftop at the Graham

Rooftop Bars, Cocktail Bars, Hotel Bars
The Wharf Bars

Shanklin Hall

🎉 HH

Sunday, February 22nd

💿 Cash Money Millionaires 30th Anniversary

@ The Anthem

District Still & Supply

Cocktail Bars, Speakeasies, Basements

Saturday, February 21st

😂 Young, Black, and Funny (Early Show)

@ Union Stage

Bar Sirenis

🎉 HH
French

Rewind

Neighborhood Bars, Speakeasies, Sports Bars

la Betty

Wine Bars, Live Music Venues, Brunch Spots

Saturday, February 21st

😂 Young, Black, and Funny (Late Show)

@ Union Stage

American
Adams Morgan Bars
NoMa Bars

Haven

Lounges, Cocktail Bars, Event Spaces

The Grill From Ipanema

Happy Hour Spots, Latin, Casual
Beer Gardens

Thursday, February 26th

Jeris Johnson 🚨🔥

@ DC9

Diosa DC

Dance Clubs, Nightclub, Latin

🎉 HH
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