Ford's Theatre

#1 most popular of 37 nightlife and entertainment options in Washington, D.C.

mafnet writes, "This is where Lincoln was assassinated. Story goes that Booth blocked the door and,…" »

Amber Autumn writes, "I like to see a man proud of the place in which he lives. I like to see a man…" »

The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts

#2 most popular of 37 nightlife and entertainment options in Washington, D.C.

Wasatch writes, "The John F Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts occupies a majestic setting…" »

zabelle writes, "The reason we came to Washington at this particular time was to attend a show at the…" »

The Brickskeller

#3 most popular of 37 nightlife and entertainment options in Washington, D.C.

crystalpsmith writes, "Although my review of the Brickskeller Inn wasn't that great—The Brickskeller is…" »

EdwardAggie98 writes, "Ah, the Brickskeller. You know that Sam Adams commercial where three guys walk…" »

Shakespeare Theatre

#4 most popular of 37 nightlife and entertainment options in Washington, D.C.

Webgoddess writes, "Tucked away behind an unassuming façade lies a treasure that has been touted as…" »

JulieHolm writes, "The Shakespeare Theatre at the Landsburg, on 7th Street, not far from the Mall in…" »

Adams Morgan Nightlife

#5 most popular of 37 nightlife and entertainment options in Washington, D.C.

leblanfo writes, "For an evening out, no place is better than Adams Morgan. This culturally diverse…" »

JulieHolm writes, "This is the center of young nightlife in D.C. There are a huge variety of…" »

Military Band Concert

#6 most popular of 37 nightlife and entertainment options in Washington, D.C.

JulieHolm writes, "As I write this I am preparing to walk across the mall at lunchtime to enjoy the US Air Force Band's Air Force Strings give a free lunchtime concert at the US Air and Space Museum. The Air…" »

Habana Village

#7 most popular of 37 nightlife and entertainment options in Washington, D.C.

kimgallegos writes, "This is my favorite salsa spot, and they have the best mojitos. Both nights we went, there was a band playing on each of the three levels. If salsa is not what you want, head up to the next…" »

9:30 Club

#8 most popular of 37 nightlife and entertainment options in Washington, D.C.

dcgrrl writes, "Smaller than a stadium, larger than your typical bar with bands, this is where you go to mosh, crowd surf, or just jump up and down and scream. It's a big dark room with loud music, four bars,…" »

Smithsonian Jazz Cafe

#9 most popular of 37 nightlife and entertainment options in Washington, D.C.

Alison Megliola writes, "The doors open at 5:30pm, and I recommend getting there early on a salsa night. The band begins at 6pm and so does the food. It's a great atmosphere, service is wonderful, candles on…" »

Fox & Hounds

#10 most popular of 37 nightlife and entertainment options in Washington, D.C.

RID12 writes, "There's no place better than D.C.'s Fox and Hounds. I've never received a better deal for a drink in any city in the world that I've visited. For $4 (at any time of the day; this is not a…" »