Echostage

Launched in 2012, Echostage is DC’s largest nightlife concert venue. The massive 30,000 square feet space comes with a cutting-edge, German-imported D&B Audiotechnik V series sound system, advanced LED visual displays, and interior design that ensures unobstructed sight lines from any seat in the house. The sensory experience of an Echostage event distinguishes the space from other DC entertainment players. Guests can grab a close-up glimpse of the stage from the photo pit or take a breather at two 60-foot long bars that line each side of the dance floor. Visitors looking to enjoy the show from up high can cozy up to seven of their closest friends in one of the 30 bottle service tables on the VIP Mezzanine. The unique and versatile space of Echostage has also had the pleasure of having famous artists like David Guetta, Calvin Harris, Avicii, Armin van Buuren, Hardwell and Tiesto play at the venue. At Echostage you know that you are going to get the best 21+ concert experience in DC.

• 2135 Queens Chapel Rd NE Washington, DC 20018
• Langdon
• Dress Code: Casual
• $$$

Soundcheck

• 1420 K Street NW Washington, DC 20005
• Downtown
• Dress Code: Moderate
• $$

The Mayflower Club

Mediterranean cuisine served in a trendy, split-level restaurant with a glam, neon-lit bar. Prohibition in the United States was a nationwide constitutional ban on the production, importation transportation, and sale of alcoholic beverages from 1920 to 1933. There were 3,000 speakeasies all over Washington, DC and 22,000 gallons of liquor were smuggled weekly to these establishments During the Prohibition, the building's fourth floor at 1223 Connecticut Avenue was home to one of DC's most prominent speakeasies, The Mayflower Club. The speakeasy was home to a 30-foot bar that served elegant cocktails to high-society clients and, decorated with a mural of Mahatma Gandhi and other famous figures playing piano.

• 1223 Connecticut Ave NW Washington, DC 20036
• $

Flash

Flash opened its doors in June of 2013 as a collaboration between long-time lovers of music, former DJ’s, and music industry vets. Their goal was to present an intimate space where artists can express themselves clearly and fans can hear their favorite artists in an ideal setting. The Club Level features an acoustically treated studio-quality room showcasing a custom Funktion One sound system and a next-generation lighting rig designed to heighten the experience. It provides a balance between dance floor, fully stocked bar and wall-to-wall bench seating. The ground floor, appropriately named Flash Bar, features a separate dance floor and DJ area, coat check, ATM, additional restrooms, and a fully stocked bar specializing in a wide selection of liquor and hand-crafted cocktails. Flash is open every Friday and Saturday night with headlining national and international DJ talents covering a wide spectrum of house music, from deep to techno. Other styles of music are also presented numerous nights per week.

• 645 Florida Ave NW Washington, DC 20001
• U Street
• Dress Code: Casual
• $$

Darna Lounge

Stylish eatery & bar serving Lebanese-inspired dishes, plus craft cocktails & flavored tobacco.

• 946 N Jackson St Washington, DC 22201
• $

Twelve After Twelve

Twelve After Twelve is a multi-level, music-centric, 8000+ sqft building in the heart of DuPont Circle. Located in Teddy Roosevelt's former DC home.

• 1212 18th St NW Washington, DC
• $