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, outdoor movies, boat parades, fireworks, and more!
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Join The Wharf for a free D.C. United game day watch party on Wednesday, July 16. Head to Pearl Street to cheer on D.C. United as they debut the new jersey and take on Charlotte at 7:30pm on a 14-foot jumbotron screen. Arrive early – the first 100 people get a complimentary Heineken!
Secret Society blends jazz, funk, soul, R&B, and rock into high energy performances.
Get your family and friends together this summer for Sunset Cinema at The Wharf—free outdoor movies on Transit Pier presented by Pacifico Beer. On Thursdays through August 28, The Wharf will show a wide range of fan-favorite movies on our outdoor LED screen.
We're turning up the volume on Friday nights. Catch a free music performance by Tre4mdc in the Grove.
Get ready to step, spin, and swing at The Wharf’s Swing Dance Night with Gottaswing! Champion dancers Tom Koerner and Debra Sternberg will get you moving, followed by live rockabilly tunes from the incredible Rock-A-Sonics to keep the dance floor hopping!
Take karaoke night to the next level by performing your favorite song with live music from the HariKaraoke Band! Step up, grab the mic and sing your heart out with a band that brings every song to life!
A waterfront driving range anyone? Practice your swing and hit biodegradable golf balls with Corona Premier and Splash City Golf onto the floating golf target in the Washington Channel on Wednesday, July 23.
Starring Ingrid Bergman and Humphrey Bogart, Casablanca is the most requested classic of the year! Set to the bakcground of WWII, watch timeless romance, unforgettable lines, iconic scenes, and all the charm and drama that have captured hearts for generations.
We're easing into the weekend with Friday night beats. Catch a free music performance by DeJay Sax in the Grove.
D.C.’s ultimate 2000s tribute band, brings all your favorite hits from the iPod-era—think Avril, Outkast, Blink, Beyoncé, Ke$ha, and more—here in 2025 and on stage.
Shrek 2—is stomping into The Wharf! Get ready for big laughs, fairy tale chaos, and everyone's favorite green hero (and loudest donkey). Round up the little ogres, and prepare for an un-frog-ettable night of fun under the stars.
We're easing into the weekend with Friday night beats. Catch a free music performance by Kenny Sway in the Grove.
Shark Bites and Brews is back with shark-themed fun including a mechanical shark, a fintastic water slide, the infamous donut eating contest, games, live music, and ice cold Pacifico beer.
The Jogo Project blends electrifying Go-Go grooves with jazz vibes, fusing congas, horns, and soul into a high-energy sound. Both bold and funky, their music will have you dancing the night away!
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.
Explore the WharfFresh 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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