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Top Performance Venues in Washington, DC
DC doesn’t just run the country. It runs the stage, too. Browsing for the best performance venues in Washington DC? You’ve got options, friend. The capital’s music scene has long been a stage for bold voices and loud guitars. Book gritty go-go clubs to rooftop spots perfect for live hip hop or rock shows. Try an exclusive space off U Street. Outdoor and loud? There’s a killer setup by the Wharf waiting for you. Chuck Brown made his mark here and you can too. Let’s find you a space that’s ready to bring the noise.
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![Rehearsal Hall at Woolly Mammoth in Northwest, Washington, DC]()
from $1700
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityRehearsal Hall
150 guestsWoolly MammothNorthwest, Washington, DCOur flexible rehearsal hall features the amenities of a larger performance venue in a distinctly intimate space. -
![Studio 1 at Dance Loft on 14 in Northwest, Washington, DC]()
from $60
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityStudio 1
120 guestsDance Loft on 14Northwest, Washington, DCThis room has a capacity of 120. The space is divided into the dancefloor part and the theatre-style seated part. It will be a fit for practice, but also for performances. -
![The Workshop Space at Woolly Mammoth in Northwest, Washington, DC]()
from $900
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityThe Workshop Space
50 guestsWoolly MammothNorthwest, Washington, DCThe space also features a fixed lighting grid, offering professional-quality lighting for performances, rehearsals, or workshops. This intimate setting is perfect for creative gatherings, providing both functionality and -
![Theatre at Woolly Mammoth in Northwest, Washington, DC]()
from $6000
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityTheatre
265 guestsWoolly MammothNorthwest, Washington, DCOur courtyard-style theatre offers a cozy yet dynamic space for up to 265 guests, featuring orchestra, box, and balcony seating. No seat is farther than 120 feet from the stage, ensuring every audience member feels close -
![Lobby at Woolly Mammoth in Northwest, Washington, DC]()
from $5400
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityLobby
350 guestsWoolly MammothNorthwest, Washington, DCThe three-tiered Lobby of the Woolly Mammoth Theatre in the Heart of Penn Quarter features modern furniture, murals, and a larger wrap-around catwalk. Known for its award-winning light wall, it's ideal for receptions, gatherings, -
![Atrium and Cocktail Bar at Atrium and Cocktail Bar in Northeast, Washington, DC]()
from $500
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityAtrium and Cocktail Bar
120 guestsAtrium and Cocktail BarNortheast, Washington, DCNNatasha B.
“I didn’t have to worry about anything for the event. And the space was unique and beautiful.” -
![Top Floor at Death Punch Bar in Adams Morgan, Washington, DC]()
from $1100
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityTop Floor
180 guestsDeath Punch BarAdams Morgan, Washington, DCThe top-floor bar is built for partying - it can fit 150 guests for live music performances or up to 180 for private events and functions. When the party’s on, guests get full access to the stage area and the mezzanine, which -
![Culture DC at Culture DC in Northeast, Washington, DC]()
from $500
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityCulture DC
500 guestsCulture DCNortheast, Washington, DCOur venue can host 500 people for a standing concert and up to 250 people for a seated dinner. With 20-foot high ceilings and stage decks to customize any size stage needed that fits within the room possibilities are endless. -
![AI Pop UP at AI in Northeast, Washington, DC]()
from $10000
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityAI Pop UP
1200 guestsAINortheast, Washington, DCIt is equipped with spotlights from a professional lighting rig and with modern sound systems, creating a space ready for performances and celebrations. -
![Ballroom & Meeting Room at Divino restaurant & multi-event spaces in Northwest, Washington, DC]()
from $50
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityBallroom & Meeting Room
100 guestsDivino restaurant & multi-event spacesNorthwest, Washington, DCNNatasha I.
“The Event Coordinator, Chen, was prompt with all communication from the initial inquiry to booking.” -
![Assembly Room at Friends Meeting of Washington in Northwest, Washington, DC]()
from $225
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityAssembly Room
150 guestsFriends Meeting of WashingtonNorthwest, Washington, DC
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ZZachary F.
“We enjoyed a lovely private dinner party here. I hope to have another event here - wonderful slice of DC.” -
![Event Space at Next Level DC in NoMa, Washington, DC]()
from $80
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityEvent Space
500 guestsNext Level DCNoMa, Washington, DCWith a maximum capacity of 500 guests, this versatile space can be customized to meet your event's needs, making it perfect for corporate meetings, workshops, private celebrations, creative gatherings, and more!
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FAQs about Top Performance Venues in Washington, DC
In Washington, DC, prices of performance venues average $225 hire fee per hour. Costs vary depending on guest capacity, popularity, location, and amenities like sound systems or bar services. Extra charges may apply for custom catering, decor, or event planning services. Packages with add-ons, such as DJs, photo booths, or other entertainment services, can also increase the overall cost. Check out the typical price ranges in Washington, DC, based on Tagvenue data from October 2025:
| From $150 | to $500 | hire fee per hour |
| From $2500 | to $10000 | minimum spend per event |
| From $1700 | to $5400 | hire fee per day |
Outdoor options are limited in this dataset, but venues like President Woodrow Wilson House offer beautiful historic grounds that can work for small acoustic sets or low-amplification performances. For larger open-air music events, public park venues or pop-up outdoor spaces may be arranged through local event services outside Tagvenue. Still, some rooftop venues or hybrid indoor-outdoor spaces may be available seasonally.
