where DC meets to rock the dock

Free Summer Concerts

All summer long, come to The Wharf on select nights at 7:00pm for free concerts on Transit Pier presented by Pacifico. With R&B, Rock, Go-Go, Country, and your favorite pop covers, there is something for everyone.

Be sure to visit the stageside kiosk Union Pie for hot pizza and Cantina Bambina for Pacifico Beer to enjoy during the show.

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Rock The Dock 2026 Lineup

On select nights rom Memorial Day to Labor Day, come to Transit Pier at The Wharf to enjoy free live performances by these talented local artists. Stay tuned for the 2026 Rock the Dock lineup!

Event Details

  • Every concert begin at 7:00pm. 
  • Concerts take place at Transit Pier at The Wharf (970 Wharf Street SW, Washington, DC 20024). Learn more about different ways to Get to The Wharf.
  • Limited bench seating and tables and chairs are available on a first-come first-served basis. 
  • This event is family-friendly—all ages are welcome. Dogs on a leash are welcome. You must be 21+ to consume alcohol.
  • Waterside bar Cantina Bambina serves up cold Pacifico and mixed drinks throughout the concerts. Outside drinks are not allowed.
  • Don't forget to visit the DC Lottery tent on Transit Pier to spin the prize wheel to win cash and DC Lottery swag.
  • You may bring in food from any Wharf restaurant. Stageside kiosk Union Pie offers hot and fresh pizza throughout the show. Whether you're craving a Cuban sandwich, a hot and sweet pizza, or chips and guac, our Wharf restaurants have something for everyone.
  • In the event of inclement weather, event status updates will be posted on the Rock The Dock event page on The Wharf Facebook page.

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