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Jul 07, 2022

A D.C. Queer Bar Got Backlash For Being Inaccessible. It’s Not Unusual, Disability Advocates Say

An incident at A League Of Her Own has drawn criticisms about the inaccessibility of nightlife across the District, including at queer bars.

Aug 27, 2020

Arlington County Will Enforce Social Distancing Near Popular Nightlife

Failure to comply with the new ordinance could cost you $100.

Aug 24, 2020

D.C. Nightlife Titan Joe Englert Was A ‘Party King’ With A Big Heart, Friends Say

Englert opened or helped open dozens of bars across the city, especially on H Street NE and U Street.

Oct 17, 2017

Should D.C. Join The Growing List Of Cities With A Night Mayor?

A new bill from Ward 4 Councilmember Brandon Todd would establish an Office of Nightlife for the District, following New York, Amsterdam, and other cities.

Oct 04, 2017

D.C. Experiments With A New Drop-Off Zone In Dupont Circle

It will be in place overnight on Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays.

Jan 27, 2017

New Cocktail Bar-Within-A-Bar Is Coming to Eighteenth Street Lounge

The new space advertises itself as a “cocktail bar for purists.”

Aug 31, 2016

Video: What It Feels Like To Party In D.C.

A local comedy troupe stages Saturday night in the District.

Jun 24, 2016

The 12 Best Gay Bars In D.C.

And one in Arlington.

Jan 15, 2016

The Best Hook Up Bars In D.C.

Get off your phone and into these spots.

Apr 19, 2012

Secret Service Agents Had ‘Ample Downtime’ to Explore Colombia’s Nightlife

The Secret Service announced that it has let go three of the 11 agents suspended for alleged misconduct while in Cartagena, Colombia last week ahead of a visit there by President Obama, The Washington Post reports.

 
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