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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We’re thrilled to welcome the Farmers Market SW to The Wharf! Starting Saturday, April 4, support local farmers offering fresh and locally sourced food. The market will be located at M Street Landing, outside of Pitango, Philippe Chow, and Fish Shop.
On Saturday, April 18, join District Coalition for a one-of-a-kind celebration of community, culture, and live music on the waterfront this spring.
Register for our semi-annual clean-up of the District's waterways on Earth Day–April 22, 2026.
Small Dogs, Big Fun. The 14th Annual Running of the Chihuahuas includes a day of fun, festivities and fundraising.
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.
More InfoFrom hosting top-name music acts to serving as an unexpected convention facility, The Anthem is an entertainment destination with an edge. This acoustically advanced concert hall can hold up to 6,000 people—for everything from unapologetic rock gigs to intimate marquee performances to exclusive galas and more.
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