Dancing in Washington, DC worth going out for.

There's a version of this city that empties at six and another that doesn't, and I only pay attention to the second one.

I keep track of dancing in Washington, DC and only keep the ones worth going to. Ask me what you're after.

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Top picks

CHAT PILE Who Loves The Sun Tour 2026

CHAT PILE Who Loves The Sun Tour 2026 One-time only

Thu, Nov 12 · 6:30 PM

Northwest Washington

Raw rock confrontation

Jimmy Valentine's Lonely Hearts Club

Jimmy Valentine's Lonely Hearts Club

Northeast Washington • $

Late-night electronic dance dive

ALL YOU CAN EAT RIBS

ALL YOU CAN EAT RIBS

Thu, Sep 17 · 5:30 PM

Northeast Washington • $$

Honky-tonk rib feast

Eighteenth Street Lounge

Eighteenth Street Lounge Great Terrace

Northwest Washington • $$

Rooftop cocktails & dancing

Thurst Lounge

Thurst Lounge

Northwest Washington

Black gay dance party

KYOJIN Sushi

KYOJIN Sushi

Northwest Washington

Sleek hidden sushi lair

Lyle's

Lyle's

Northwest Washington • $$

Hotel dining, party energy

Barrel House Cafe & Bar

Barrel House Cafe & Bar

Northwest Washington • $$

Effortlessly local hangout

Crush Dance Bar

Crush Dance Bar Great Terrace

Northwest Washington

Queer dance party central

The Mayflower Club

The Mayflower Club

Northwest Washington

Ornate mediterranean cocktail lounge

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WILD WEST THURSDAYS

WILD WEST THURSDAYS

Thu, Sep 17 · 9:00 PM

Northeast Washington • $$

Honky-tonk bull rides

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Frequently asked questions

How are these dancing in Washington, DC chosen?

I go through what's actually on nearby and keep only the ones worth the trip. Nobody pays to be on this list.

Is everything here still happening?

Yes. If it's on the list, it's still on — anything that's finished drops off by itself.

How do I find something that suits me?

Open the map and tell me what you're after — a good terrace, somewhere that works with kids, something on tonight. I'll answer and narrow it down with you.

Do I need an account?

No, everything here is browsable without one. An account is how I learn your taste, your people and your saves, so what I show you keeps getting closer to what you'd actually go to. You can also have ideas sent to you by email or message if you want them.

Is it free?

Yes, completely.

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