Built in 1922, Lincoln Theatre DC is a neoclassical theater in historic U Street Northwest. The venue features state-of-the-art sound and lighting systems with raked and balcony seating for up to 1,250 guests. The Lincoln hosts a wide-range of musical, theatrical, and political events. The theater is owned by the city and operated by I.M.P., the independent promoter and owner of The Atlantis and 9:30 Club. ...

Established in 1980, 9:30 Club is a venue and local music institution in Washington, DC. The club features the best sound, perfect sightlines, parquet floors, a wraparound balcony, and a stage mounted on rails that can be moved back and forth to create more or less space as needed. Four full bars located throughout the club offer a selection beers, spirits, and non-alcoholic beverages. A variety of tacos, quesadillas, and salad bowls are available at the Food Food stand on the lower level. The club also offers a coffee bar. In 2016, Live At 9:30, a public television variety series, featured two seasons of interviews and performances with select acts playing the club including music, comedy, short films, and other entertainment. Since 1986, 9:30 Club has been owned and operated by I.M.P., the independent promoter which also owns The Atlantis next door and The Anthem on DC’s Southwest Waterfront. ...

DC9 Nightclub is a three-level nightclub and restaurant in the Shaw neighborhood of Washington, DC. It is known for its indie music scene, dance parties, karaoke, and its rooftop deck. Most nights there are live bands, DJs, or other events in the second floor performance space. ...

The Eighteenth Street Lounge in Washington, DC’s Shaw neighborhood, is dedicated to providing the greatest regional and world-class DJ talent, as well as live music ranging from traditional jazz and funk to reggae and Latin sounds. Independently operated and curated since 1995, the lounge has a rooftop deck, a bar on each level, and is capable of hosting multiple live acts at once. ...

Built in 2017, The Anthem is a state-of-the-art multifunctional concert venue and the anchor of The Wharf; a waterfront development on DC’s Southwest Waterfront. This industrial chic venue has multiple levels with a flexible capacity of up to 3,200 seated or 6,000 standing. The Anthem Marquee Bar with views of the Washington Channel is open during shows. The Anthem is owned and operated by I.M.P., the independent promoter which also owns The Atlantis and 9:30 Club. ...

Located just steps from the White House, The Hamilton has become Washington, DC’s favorite gathering place for music, art, entertainment and inventive dining. The Hamilton Live is a private space, with tiered table seating surrounding a stage and two large bar areas. Perfect for large meetings and cocktail receptions with live entertainment, this unique space uses cutting-edge green technology to provide your event with state-of-the-art sound and lighting. ...

Black Cat DC is a nightclub located in the Shaw/U Street neighborhood of Washington, D.C. The Mainstage concert room features high-quality, professional sound, a large floorspace with great sightlines, and a rock club atmosphere perfect for national independent touring acts, local bands suitable for a larger club atmosphere, and monthly DJ dance events. In addition, the Red Room Bar and Food For Thought Café are open seven nights a week. ...

Opened in 2023, The Atlantis is a music venue located just behind 9:30 Club in Washington, DC. Built to resemble the original 9:30 Club, with vintage flyers adorning the walls, this 450-capacity venue has a corner stage on the main floor and a three-sided balcony upstairs with bars on each level. Most shows are all ages and general admission unless otherwise noted. The Atlantis is owned and operated by I.M.P., the independent promoter known for such venues as Merriweather Post Pavilion, Lincoln Theatre DC, The Anthem, and 9:30 Club. ...

Slash Run is a rock n’ roll burger joint, bar and music venue located in the Petworth neighborhood of Washington, DC. ...

Located in the Shaw District of Washington, DC, The Howard Theatre is a fully equipped venue with state-of-the-art production, audio visual and lighting systems. Established in 1910, the historic theater offers two-tiered horseshoe-shaped seating centered on a 30-foot stage, making even the largest event seem intimate. The Center Stage room can accommodate up to 250 seated or 500 standing. ...