Upcoming Events

Events at The Wharf

From all-day festivals on the piers to live music performances along Wharf Street, The Wharf always offers a fantastic lineup of things to do in Washington, DC. Join us for live music, waterfront workouts, art shows, boat parades, fireworks, and more!

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Rock the Rink at The Wharf

calendar icon Jan. 16, 2025
clock icon 6pm – 10pm
map marker icon The Wharf Ice Rink

Join fellow hockey fans at The Wharf to Rock the Rink with the Washington Capitals. Skate at The Wharf Ice Rink and enjoy a DJ, Caps gear giveaways, and more. We’ll also broadcast the Capitals’ away game on the 85" TV screen.

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Curling & Cocktails

calendar icon Jan. 22, 2025
clock icon 7pm – 10pm
map marker icon The Wharf Ice Rink

Looking for a fun way to spend some time outside this winter? Join us for a free, friendly game of curling! The Canadian game marries hockey and shuffleboard for a low-pressure evening on the ice.

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Curling & Cocktails

calendar icon Jan. 29, 2025
clock icon 7pm – 10pm
map marker icon The Wharf Ice Rink

Looking for a fun way to spend some time outside this winter? Join us for a free, friendly game of curling! The Canadian game marries hockey and shuffleboard for a low-pressure evening on the ice.

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Curling & Cocktails

calendar icon Feb. 5, 2025
clock icon 7pm – 10pm
map marker icon The Wharf Ice Rink

Looking for a fun way to spend some time outside this winter? Join us for a free, friendly game of curling! The Canadian game marries hockey and shuffleboard for a low-pressure evening on the ice.

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Curling & Cocktails

calendar icon Feb. 12, 2025
clock icon 7pm – 10pm
map marker icon The Wharf Ice Rink

Looking for a fun way to spend some time outside this winter? Join us for a free, friendly game of curling! The Canadian game marries hockey and shuffleboard for a low-pressure evening on the ice.

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Cupid's Undie Run

calendar icon Feb. 15, 2025
clock icon 12pm – 4pm
map marker icon Union Stage

Pants off and party on for a cause! Run a mile(ish) around The Wharf and help find a cure for Neurofibromatosis.

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Curling & Cocktails

calendar icon Feb. 19, 2025
clock icon 7pm – 10pm
map marker icon The Wharf Ice Rink

Looking for a fun way to spend some time outside this winter? Join us for a free, friendly game of curling! The Canadian game marries hockey and shuffleboard for a low-pressure evening on the ice.

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Rock the Rink at The Wharf

calendar icon Feb. 22, 2025
clock icon 2pm – 6pm
map marker icon The Wharf Ice Rink

Join fellow hockey fans at The Wharf to Rock the Rink with the Washington Capitals. Skate at The Wharf Ice Rink and enjoy a DJ, Caps gear giveaways, and more. We’ll also broadcast the Capitals’ away game on the jumbotron screen.

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Mardi Gras at The Wharf

calendar icon March 1, 2025
clock icon 3pm – 7pm
map marker icon District Pier

Celebrate Mardi Gras with a free community-wide extravaganza featuring a lively parade down Wharf Street, a dance party with live music and a special fireworks finale.

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Ireland at The Wharf

calendar icon March 15, 2025
clock icon 12pm – 6pm
map marker icon District Pier

The Wharf and Kirwan's Irish Pub are bringing the luck of the Irish to the waterfront with our free Ireland at The Wharf festival! Enjoy all the fun of a true Irish festival with Guinness beer, whiskey and bands.

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Bloomaroo at The Wharf

calendar icon March 29, 2025
clock icon 4pm – 9pm
map marker icon District Pier

Join us at the home of the cherry blossoms for Bloomaroo®, a free family-friendly spring extravaganza with live music, art, as well as a fireworks show.

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Running of the Chihuahuas

calendar icon May 3, 2025
clock icon 2pm – 5pm
map marker icon District Pier

Small Dogs, Big Fun. The 13h Annual Running of the Chihuahuas includes a day of fun, festivites and fundraising.

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Bike to Work Day

calendar icon May 15, 2025
clock icon 7am – 9am
map marker icon 7th Street Park

Bike to Work Day is on May 15, 2025. Be sure to bike to The Wharf for a quick bite!

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Fourth at The Wharf

calendar icon July 4, 2025
clock icon 7pm – 10pm
map marker icon District Pier

Celebrate the Fourth of July at The Wharf with a free celebration on District Pier. The celebration includes a bar, country music and spectacular views of the National Park Service fireworks launched from the National Mall.

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Do It All on the Waterfront

Whether you like to be on the Potomac or prefer the sparkling views from land, The Wharf offers ample things to do and ways to enjoy the water. Dine in one of our fabulous restaurants. Browse our shops. Or join us during one of our festivals. Take a look at our upcoming events to plan your next visit.

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Get Your Fill at The Wharf

Fresh seafood is a given on the waterfront. But The Wharf offers more, including a wide selection of distinctive choices for food, drinks, and entertainment while you eat. Watch the chefs prepare your meal. Listen to music. Or just people-watch while you savor the flavors of The Wharf.

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