Ford's Theatre

#1 most popular of 35 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 35 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

#11 most popular of 35 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…" »

Adams Morgan Nightlife

#12 most popular of 35 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…" »

Shakespeare Theatre

#10 most popular of 35 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…" »

The Improv

#24 most popular of 35 nightlife and entertainment options in Washington, D.C.

dcgrrl writes, "This is a great date night (if you know your date has a sense of humour)! My boyfriend…" »

Alkee writes, "This is the only stand-up club in DC. That being said, I have enjoyed it every time. …" »

The Big Hunt

#31 most popular of 35 nightlife and entertainment options in Washington, D.C.

dcgrrl writes, "I've been to the Big Hunt alone, with a friend, and with a group of friends. This is…" »

JLK100 writes, "The Big Hunt is one of the first bars my DC friends took me to after my move here from…" »

Five

#34 most popular of 35 nightlife and entertainment options in Washington, D.C.

noturse writes, "As soon I reached earshot I was psyched, this was the music I wanted to hear. We met a…" »

JLK100 writes, "I recently spent a fun night dancing and drinking at Five with a friend. The music was…" »

9:30 Club

#5 most popular of 35 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,…" »

Cafe Lautrec

#15 most popular of 35 nightlife and entertainment options in Washington, D.C.

bari writes, "This is a really fun place - especially if you like live jazz. I went with a group of about 6 people and we had a great time - the food is your typical bar food, but the draw is the music and…" »