Aqua
Category: Nightclub, Dance Clubs, Late Night
Neighborhood: Ivy City
Price:
Address: 1818 New York Ave NE, Washington, DC 20002, United States
✨ Vibe
Aqua is a high-energy, industrial-chic sanctuary that serves as one of Washington D.C.’s premier destinations for authentic GoGo culture and late-night dancing.🍸 Best For
GoGo music enthusiasts, indoor-outdoor parties, affordable nights out, and catching legendary local bands.🔥 Highlights
- Legendary Live Music: As one of the city's longest-running venues for GoGo, it regularly hosts iconic local bands like TCB to keep the house rocking until the early morning.
- Versatile Layout: Guests can enjoy a seamless nightlife experience with both a high-intensity indoor dance floor and a spacious outdoor area perfect for socializing.
- Exceptional Value: This venue is a local favorite for its accessible admission and drink prices, offering a top-tier club experience without the premium price tag.
ℹ️ Need to Know
- Plan to arrive early on nights featuring live headliners to beat the rush, as the venue becomes a popular, high-energy hub for the city's nightlife crowd.
- Keep an eye on local performance schedules to catch the best live GoGo sets in the district.
📰 In the News
New details emerge in Northeast DC nightclub shooting
Aqua nightclub was the site of a police-involved shooting following a dispute over entrance fees where a suspect allegedly threatened security and attempted to strike officers with his vehicle. The incident resulted in the suspect being hospitalized with multiple gunshot wounds and facing several felony charges, including assault on a police officer.
Man shot by police faces charges after threatening DC club over entrance fee
Aqua was the site of a police-involved shooting on January 18, 2026, after a dispute over an entrance fee escalated into a violent confrontation. A suspect allegedly threatened security and repeatedly drove his vehicle toward officers and pedestrians before being struck by police gunfire.
Man shot by MPD after dispute with security outside Aqua nightclub in Northeast DC
Aqua nightclub in Northeast D.C. was the site of a police-involved shooting early Sunday morning following a dispute over an entrance fee. After allegedly threatening security and attempting to strike officers and pedestrians with his vehicle, the suspect was shot by police and subsequently arrested for felony assault.
Man shot by MPD after dispute with security outside Aqua nightclub in Northeast DC
Aqua was the site of a police-involved shooting in early 2026 after a patron engaged in a dispute with security over an entrance fee. The individual was shot and arrested by the Metropolitan Police Department after he allegedly threatened personnel and attempted to hit an officer with his vehicle.
Bourbon Steak restaurateur Michael Mina opens splashy D.C. Italian restaurant
Aqua Bistecca by Michael Mina is a high-energy Italian surf-n-turf restaurant in D.C.’s City Ridge neighborhood, featuring a festive atmosphere and a menu of shareable "showstopper" dishes. Highlights include a two-foot mozzarella stick topped with caviar, butter-poached steaks with a Lambrusco twist, and coastal Italian-inspired cocktails.
Recent Reviews from Google
Industrial location, but very nice club! Good music, outdoor space, good drinks
Nice venue not to expensive for drinks or admission inside and outside premises are nice. Only issue is that your permitted to smoke in the venue although there are no smoking signs in the building...
Extremely disappointed. We drove all the way to Aqua because their listed hours said they were open—but when we got there, the place was completely closed. No sign, no update, no explanation. It’s...
I 🧡 GoGo . One of the longest running venues in the city that cater to my demographic.
Hot as the devils home once it got packed. TCB & I'm TCB4LIFE had the house rocking down and the crowded night partying until the end of their set.
