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 us for a double feature honoring Rob Reiner and Diane Keaton on Transit Pier, presented by Pacifico Beer. When Harry Met Sally will begin at 7 pm, followed by a 15-minute intermission before The First Wives Club starts.
Grooves in the Grove returns Thursday evenings this Summer, bringing vibey beats to the waterfront. Tre4rmDC is an R&B artist whose sound is rooted in soul, groove and passion. His smooth delivery feels authentic and timeless.
Genre-defying high entertainment group Perfekt Blend is performing on the Floating Stage at Transit Pier on Friday, September 4. This free concert, presented by Pacifico Beer, begins at 7:00 pm.
The signature event of DC JazzFest will take place from September 5-6 on District Pier. Join us for live music performances by incredible artists—from homegrown talent to NEA Jazz Masters.
Join us for an evening of salsa dancing on the waterfront every Thursday from September 10 through October 8 in M Street Landing, presented by Heineken.
Join us on Saturday, September 12 for a free, family friendly day of recognizing today’s female athletes.
Pints for Paws with Pacifico arrives to The Wharf for a tail-wagging afternoon by the water benefiting the Humane Rescue Alliance!
Join us for an evening of salsa dancing on the waterfront every Thursday from September 10 through October 8 in M Street Landing, presented by Heineken.
Join us for an evening of salsa dancing on the waterfront every Thursday from September 10 through October 8 in M Street Landing, presented by Heineken.
On September 26 join Freedom Forum for a free, family-friendly festival to celebrate the everyday freedoms all of us enjoy and the vital role they play in American life — all brought to you by the First Amendment.
Join us for an evening of salsa dancing on the waterfront every Thursday from September 10 through October 8 in M Street Landing, presented by Heineken.
This October, head to The Wharf to celebrate Oktoberfest—featuring the Wiener 500 Dachshund Dash and the Sam Adams stein hoisting competition.
Join us for an evening of salsa dancing on the waterfront every Thursday from September 10 through October 8 in M Street Landing, presented by Heineken.
Maum Market is a mindfully curated, pop-up market celebrating Asian-owned brands coming to The Wharf on October 18.
Enjoy the freshest fish from one of the country’s oldest fish markets. Oysters on the half shell. Blue crabs by the bushel. Whole fishes caught that morning. And a low-key atmosphere that makes everything taste even better. Stop by for the food or the fishmongers—the Municipal Fish Market never disappoints.
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