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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Bike to Work Day

calendar icon May 17, 2024
clock icon 7am – 9am
map marker icon 7th Street Park

Bike to Work Day is on May 17, 2024. Be sure to bike to The Wharf for a quick bite!

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POWYC DC Blessing of the Fleet

calendar icon May 18, 2024
clock icon 11am – 2pm
map marker icon Recreation Pier

The Blessing of the Fleet is on May 18, 2024. Registration for captains is now open.

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National Safe Boating Week Kickoff at The Wharf hosted by U.S. Coast Guard

calendar icon May 18, 2024
clock icon 1pm – 6pm
map marker icon Recreation Pier

On Saturday, May 18, join the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary on Recreation Pier at The Wharf for a day filled with boating safety and Coast Guard fun. Visit one of the interactive booths and learn about boating safety, chat with active-duty or Auxiliary Coast Guard recruiting, or tour the 29-foot response boat from Coast Guard Station Washington!

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Running of the Chihuahuas - RESCHEDULED to 5/19

calendar icon May 19, 2024
clock icon 2pm – 5pm
map marker icon District Pier

Small Dogs, Big Fun. The 12th Annual Running of the Chihuahuas includes a day of fun, festivites and fundraising.

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Rock the Dock at The Wharf featuring Pink PaLish

calendar icon May 29, 2024
clock icon 7pm – 9pm
map marker icon Transit Pier

Summer never sounded better! Join us for free concerts on Transit Pier every Wednesday evening starting at 7pm. With R&B, Americana, Motown, Jazz, Reggae, and your favorite pop covers, there is something for everyone. Grab a snack and a Pacifico Beer and enjoy live music.  

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Sunset Cinema at The Wharf: Toy Story 2

calendar icon May 30, 2024
clock icon 7pm – 10pm
map marker icon Transit Pier

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 29, The Wharf will show a wide range of fan-favorite movies on our outdoor LED screen.

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Rock the Dock at The Wharf featuring Keeton

calendar icon June 5, 2024
clock icon 7pm – 9pm
map marker icon Transit Pier

Summer never sounded better! Join us for free concerts on Transit Pier every Wednesday evening starting at 7pm. With R&B, Americana, Motown, Jazz, Reggae, and your favorite pop covers, there is something for everyone. Grab a snack and a Pacifico Beer and enjoy live music.  

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Sunset Cinema at The Wharf: Love & Basketball

calendar icon June 6, 2024
clock icon 7pm – 10pm
map marker icon Transit Pier

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 29, The Wharf will show a wide range of fan-favorite movies on our outdoor LED screen.

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Pride on the Pier

calendar icon June 8, 2024
clock icon 2pm – 9pm
map marker icon District Pier

The Washington Blade's Pride on the Pier extends the city’s annual celebration of LGBTQ visibility to The Wharf with an exciting array of activities, entertainment and fireworks.

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Rock the Dock at The Wharf featuring David Thong

calendar icon June 12, 2024
clock icon 7pm – 9pm
map marker icon Transit Pier

Summer never sounded better! Join us for free concerts on Transit Pier every Wednesday evening starting at 7pm. With R&B, Americana, Motown, Jazz, Reggae, and your favorite pop covers, there is something for everyone. Grab a snack and a Pacifico Beer and enjoy live music.  

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Sunset Cinema at The Wharf: Mean Girls (2004)

calendar icon June 13, 2024
clock icon 7pm – 10pm
map marker icon Transit Pier

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 29, The Wharf will show a wide range of fan-favorite movies on our outdoor LED screen.

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Friday Night Dancing: Country Line Dance

calendar icon June 14, 2024
clock icon 7pm – 9pm
map marker icon Transit Pier

We’re combining the two best Friday night activities this summer: going dancing and enjoying cocktails al fresco. Join us for free themed dance nights with live music on Transit Pier on the second Friday in June, July, and August at 7pm. Each night will feature a different style of music and dancing.

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Rock the Dock at The Wharf Special Juneteenth Concert

calendar icon June 19, 2024
clock icon 3pm – 9pm
map marker icon Transit Pier

Summer never sounded better! Join us for free concerts on Transit Pier every Wednesday evening starting at 7pm. With R&B, Americana, Motown, Jazz, Reggae, and your favorite pop covers, there is something for everyone. Grab a snack and a Pacifico Beer and enjoy live music.  

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Sunset Cinema at The Wharf: Captain Phillips

calendar icon June 20, 2024
clock icon 7pm – 10pm
map marker icon Transit Pier

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 29, The Wharf will show a wide range of fan-favorite movies on our outdoor LED screen.

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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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