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The backbone of the city is built on
arts and culture. Enjoy awe-inspiring
art galleries, unmatched museums,
thriving performing arts, music
scenes and so much more...
Picture by Philip Bermingham, of The John F. Kennedy
Center for the Performing Arts - located only 0.3 miles
away from The Watergate Hotel.
Entertainment &
Nightlife
The night is young and the culinary
capital is your oyster. See what’s in
store for you at DC’s restaurants,
bars, clubs and music venues
HOT SPOTS ON U STREET
With an unparalleled music and
nightlife scene, U Street draws locals
and visitors looking to stay up late
and have a good time. From
underground dance clubs (there’s
more than one in this ‘hood) to
industrial-chic spaces where you
can sip artfully crafted cocktails and
everything in between, this popular
area in the District has every option
to suit your vibe.
9:30 Club
This legendary venue just off U
Street is where both famous and
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rising stars come to perform to
sold-out, raucous crowds. Even
with a big audience, it’s still spacious;
armed with a balcony, there’s good
views no matter where you’re
standing. You can fill up on great
veggie fare there, too.
patrons who flock to this see-andbe-seen space. Named for DC-born
soul singer Marvin Gaye, this hot
spot serves authentic soul food with
a Belgian twist amid fantastically
ornate decor. Crowds get down
upstairs on the dance floor, too!
Howard Theatre
U Street Music Hall
Be sure to dress up, whether sitting
down for gospel brunch or grooving
to slick beats at a dance party.
Howard Theatre has been
refurbished to honor its original glory,
anchoring the easternmost end of
the U Street and Shaw
neighborhoods and hosting big-name
acts across R&B, pop and
other genres.
The corner of U and 14th Streets
may be one of the most well-known
and crowded intersections in the city,
but The Gibson remains
inconspicuous, and for good reason.
This intimate speakeasy, accessible
only through an unmarked door,
attracts couples and cocktail
lovers alike.
Tropicalia
Restaurant Marvin
More than just a historic venue, its
two stories, alfresco patio and maze
of rooms get crowded late with
Themed party nights attract those
who aren’t done dancing when it’s
closing time at other bars!
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