Summer of Soccer: Mexico vs. South Africa
Celebrate a summer of soccer at the Wharf’s World Cup watch zone, showing matches daily on the big screen. Catch Mexico vs. South Africa at 3pm.
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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Celebrate a summer of soccer at the Wharf’s World Cup watch zone, showing matches daily on the big screen. Catch Mexico vs. South Africa at 3pm.
Help launch United Bowl Weekend at the Official United Bowl Kickoff at The Wharf! Meet players, coaches, trophy photo op, mascots, DJ battle, giveaways and more.
Celebrate a summer of soccer at the Wharf’s World Cup watch zone, showing matches daily on the big screen. Catch Canada vs. Bosnia-Herzegovina at 3pm.
The Warped Band brings you the ultimate tribute to Warped Tour. Get ready for a high-energy throwback experience on Transit Pier starting at 5pm, presented by Pacifico.
USA takes on Paraguay. Watch party starts at 7pm match time 9pm. Sip and stroll on Pearl Street and cheer on Team USA.
Celebrate a summer of soccer at the Wharf’s World Cup watch zone, showing matches daily on the big screen. Catch Qatar vs. Switzerland at 3pm, Brazil vs. Morocco at 6pm, and Haiti vs. Scotland at 9pm.
Now in it's 8th Year, The Washington Blade's Pride on the Pier extends the city’s annual celebration of LGBTQ visibility to The Wharf with a great day of music, dancing and fun.
Celebrate a summer of soccer at the Wharf’s World Cup watch zone, showing matches daily on the big screen. Catch Germany vs. Curaçao at 1pm, Netherlands vs. Japan at 4pm, and Ivory Coast vs. Ecuador at 7pm.
Celebrate a summer of soccer at the Wharf’s World Cup watch zone, showing matches daily on the big screen. Catch Spain vs. Cape Verde at 12pm, Belgium vs. Egypt at 3pm, Saudi Arabia vs. Uruguay at 6pm, and Iran vs. New Zealand at 9pm.
Celebrate a summer of soccer at the Wharf’s World Cup watch zone, showing matches daily on the big screen. Catch France vs. Senegal at 3pm, Iraq vs. Norway at 6pm, and Argentina vs. Algeria at 9pm.
Sink your teeth into the Academy Award-winning Sinners (2025). This free outdoor movie on Transit Pier begins at 7:30 pm, presented by Pacifico Beer.
Celebrate a summer of soccer at the Wharf’s World Cup watch zone, showing matches daily on the big screen. Catch Portugal vs. Congo DR at 12pm, England vs. Croatia at 4pm, and Ghana vs. Panama at 7pm.
Experience the exhilaration of ten Clipper 70 ocean racing yachts arriving in Washington, DC having completed seven out of eight legs of the 40,000nm eleven-month Clipper Race circumnavigation. This includes the Washington, DC home boat which has been flying the flag for the city since the race began last year.
Celebrate a summer of soccer at the Wharf’s World Cup watch zone, showing matches daily on the big screen. Catch Czechia vs. South Africa at 12pm, Switzerland vs. Bosnia-Herzegovina at 3pm, Canada vs. Qatar at 6pm, and Mexico vs. Korea at 9pm.
USA takes on Australia. Watch party starts at 1pm match time 3pm. Sip and stroll on Pearl Street and cheer on Team USA.
Celebrate a summer of soccer at the Wharf’s World Cup watch zone, showing matches daily on the big screen. Catch Scotland vs. Morocco at 6pm, and Brazil vs. Haiti at 8:30pm.
Jazz and go-go band The JoGo Project will perform on Transit Pier on Friday, June 19, presented by Pacifico. The free concert begins at 7pm.
Celebrate a summer of soccer at the Wharf’s World Cup watch zone, showing matches daily on the big screen. Catch Netherlands vs. Sweden at 1pm, Germany vs. Ivory Coast at 4pm, and Ecuador vs. Curaçao at 8pm.
Celebrate a summer of soccer at the Wharf’s World Cup watch zone, showing matches daily on the big screen. Catch Spain vs. Saudi Arabia at 12pm, Belgium vs. Iran at 3pm, Uruguay vs. Cape Verde at 6pm, and New Zealand vs. Egypt at 9pm.
Celebrate a summer of soccer at the Wharf’s World Cup watch zone, showing matches daily on the big screen. Catch Argentina vs. Austria at 1pm, France vs. Iraq at 5pm, and Norway vs. Senegal at 8pm.
Celebrate a summer of soccer at the Wharf’s World Cup watch zone, showing matches daily on the big screen. Catch Portugal vs. Uzbekistan at 1pm, England vs. Ghana at 4pm, and Panama vs. Croatia at 7pm.
Celebrate a summer of soccer at the Wharf’s World Cup watch zone, showing matches daily on the big screen. Catch Switzerland vs. Canada at 3pm, Scotland vs. Brazil at 6pm, and Czechia vs. Mexico at 9pm.
Grooves in the Grove returns on Thursday evenings this summer, bringing vibey beats to the waterfront. Enjoy a free concert by Alisha Glover, featuring her soulful blend of jazz, funk, gospel, rock, R&B, and pop.
Celebrate a summer of soccer at the Wharf’s World Cup watch zone, showing matches daily on the big screen. Catch Ecuador vs. Germany at 4pm, Tunisia vs. Netherlands at 7pm, and Türkiye vs. United States at 10pm.
Celebrate a summer of soccer at the Wharf’s World Cup watch zone, showing matches daily on the big screen. Catch Norway vs. France at 3pm and Uruguay vs. Spain at 8pm.
Celebrate a summer of soccer at the Wharf’s World Cup watch zone, showing matches daily on the big screen. Catch Panama vs. England at 5pm, Colombia vs. Portugal at 7:30pm, and Jordan vs. Argentina at 10pm.
Red Bull Spin Off is a high-energy challenge where teams of two create custom-made bicycles and attempt to cross the finish line on a floating race track. Balance, brains, and bravery required. It all spins off at The Wharf on June 27, 2026.
Join us for a fast-paced adventure screening of National Treasure: Book of Secrets (2007). This free outdoor movie on Transit Pier begins at 7:30 pm, presented by Pacifico Beer.
Grooves in the Grove returns Thursday evenings this Summer, bringing vibey beats to the waterfront. DeJay Sax is an award-winning jazz saxophonist based in DC.
Grab your cowboy hat and boots - Country Line Dancing with DC Rawhides is back! Boot, scootin' and boogie in true America250 fashion with lively country dancing welcoming all ages and skill levels. Dance along to a high-energy mix of classic country and rock tunes by Shawn Parsons & The Secret Service.
Celebrate America250 during the Fourth of July at The Wharf Celebration with free country music on multiple outdoor stages. The Wharf also has spectacular views of the National Park Service fireworks launched from the National Mall.
Celebrate 250 years of America with a show-stopping screening of Hamilton! This free outdoor movie on Transit Pier begins at 7:30 pm, presented by Pacifico Beer.
Grooves in the Grove returns Thursday evenings this Summer. Sterling Anderson’s funk and go-go trio is bringing vibey beats to the waterfront.
Take the stage during this special edition of Rock the Dock to sing Karaoke with live music by HariKaraoke Band!
Celebrate 250 years of America with a screening of A League of Their Own. This free outdoor movie on Transit Pier begins at 7:30 pm, presented by Pacifico Beer.
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.
Rock and roll band Hot Cactus hits the Floating Stage on Transit Pier on Friday, July 17, with hits spanning many decades. This free concert, presented by Pacifico Beer, begins at 7:00 pm.
Join us for a screening of Catch Me if You Can. This free outdoor movie on Transit Pier begins at 7:30 pm, presented by Pacifico Beer.
Grooves in the Grove returns Thursday evenings this Summer, bringing vibey beats to the waterfront. DeJay Sax is an award-winning jazz saxophonist based in DC.
Step into every Taylor era with The Fearless Eras, a Taylor Swift cover band bringing fan-favorite hits to the Floating Stage on Transit Pier on Friday, July 24. This free concert, presented by Pacifico Beer, begins at 7:00 pm.
Celebrate 250 years of America with a screening of Apollo 13. This free outdoor movie on Transit Pier begins at 7:30 pm, presented by Pacifico Beer.
Grooves in the Grove returns on Thursday evenings this summer, bringing vibey beats to the waterfront. Enjoy a free concert by Alisha Glover, featuring her soulful blend of jazz, funk, gospel, rock, R&B, and pop.
7 Deadlies is a pop and cover band, performing on the Floating Stage on Transit Pier on Friday, July 31. This free concert, presented by Pacifico Beer, begins at 7:00 pm.
Join us for a screening of Roman Holiday. This classic film begins on Transit Pier at 7:30 pm, presented by Pacifico Beer.
Grooves in the Grove returns Thursday evenings this Summer. Sterling Anderson’s funk and go-go trio is bringing vibey beats to the waterfront.
We’re combining the two best summer activities: going dancing and enjoying cocktails al fresco. Join us for free themed dance nights with live music on Transit Pier on select Fridays this summer. Each night will feature a different style of music and dancing.
Enjoy a screening of 10 Things I Hate About You. This free outdoor movie on Transit Pier begins at 7:30 pm, presented by Pacifico Beer.
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.
Get ready for The Experience Band & Show, a powerhouse ensemble from Washington DC's eclectic music scene. This free concert, presented by Pacifico Beer, begins at 7:00 pm on Friday, August 14.
Start your engines! Race to join us for a screening of F1. This free outdoor movie on Transit Pier begins at 7:30 pm, presented by Pacifico Beer.
Grooves in the Grove returns on Thursday evenings this summer, bringing vibey beats to the waterfront. Enjoy a free concert by Alisha Glover, featuring her soulful blend of jazz, funk, gospel, rock, R&B, and pop.
Rock Creek Kings’ versatile sound of pop, rock, and folk hit the Floating Stage at Transit Pier on Friday, August 21. This free concert, presented by Pacifico Beer, begins at 7:00 pm.
Enjoy an out-of-this-world screening of Project Hail Mary. This free outdoor movie on Transit Pier begins at 7:30 pm, presented by Pacifico Beer.
Grooves in the Grove returns Thursday evenings this Summer. Sterling Anderson’s funk and go-go trio is bringing vibey beats to the waterfront.
Secret Society defines their sound as "Feel Good Music”. This free concert, presented by Pacifico Beer, begins at 7:00 pm on Friday, August 28, on the Floating Stage at Transit Pier.
Join us for a special double feature honoring Rob Reiner and Diane Keaton with When Harry Met Sally and The First Wives Club. The screening begins on Transit Pier at 7:30 pm, presented by Pacifico Beer.
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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