Eighteenth Street Lounge

Eighteenth Street Lounge www.eighteenthstreetlounge.com The Eighteenth Street Lounge opened its doors in April 1995 and unknowingly changed the face of DC’s dance music culture forever.
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"Enough energy for a party, but also a place where people are able to socialize in an intimate environment" is what owner and Executive Creative Director Farid (Ali) Nouri felt Washington, DC needed. After almost two decades of premiere house parties, Farid’s dream has created a legacy unmatched by any other venue in the District. The Lounge has been independently operated and curated by Farid sin

ce its inception in 1995. Energy. Music. Culture. The Eighteenth Street Lounge is dedicated to providing Washington DC with the best live and DJ entertainment ranging from traditional Jazz and Funk, to Reggae and a hybrid of Latin sounds. We showcase live bands Tuesday through Saturday. Please visit our Schedule page to see our entertainment line-up on our website www.eighteenthstreetlounge.com.

This Week’s Lineup:🔥Tuesday: 2 Floors open!Main Room: Open Source Open Mic Night Red Room: Salsa & Bachata Dance Social...
06/23/2026

This Week’s Lineup:

🔥Tuesday: 2 Floors open!
Main Room: Open Source Open Mic Night
Red Room: Salsa & Bachata Dance Social .together.socials
$10 class 8pm-9pm | Free dance Social 9pm-2am | 21+

🎧 Wednesday:
Main Room: Bad Decisions at ESL + Open Decks with
Sign up at the door.
Free Entry | 21+

🕺 Thursday:
Main Room: + Dj Leo Lee
Free Entry | 21+

🍾Friday:
Main Room: Jordan Pope vs DJ Pope
Red Room: The Vibe Conductor
Good vibes all night
Free Entry | 21+

💿 Saturday: Two floors, two vibes
Main Room: +
Red Room:
Late-night grooves, zero regrets.
Free Entry | 21+

📸 Sunday: NIGHTCAP
.dc
The only way to end the weekend.
Free Entry | 21+

The little details make the difference ✨🕯️🍸From the glow of the chandeliers to the perfectly lined cocktail glasses, eve...
06/22/2026

The little details make the difference ✨🕯️🍸

From the glow of the chandeliers to the perfectly lined cocktail glasses, every corner of ESL is designed to elevate your night out in DC.

06/20/2026

We’ll let the weekend footage speak for itself...

Good music, packed dance floors, cocktails flowing, and that moment when you look around and realize everyone’s having the time of their life.

See you this weekend 🥂

This Week’s Lineup:🔥Tuesday: 2 Floors open! Live Music!Get together Salsa & Bachata Dance Social .together.socials $1...
06/18/2026

This Week’s Lineup:

🔥Tuesday: 2 Floors open! Live Music!
Get together Salsa & Bachata Dance Social .together.socials
$15 8pm-9pm | Free dance Social 9pm-2am | 21+

🎧 Wednesday:
Main Room: Open Decks with
Sign up at the door.
Free Entry | 21+

🕺 Thursday:
Main Room: .novakane
Red Room: Black Joy Bounce
Free Entry | 21+

🍾Friday:
2 Floors: 6-11PM: Marvin Rooftop / Patty Boom Boom Reunion
Main Room:
Red Room: Keepin’ it Moving - .disco
Good vibes all night
Free Entry | 21+

💿 Saturday: Two floors, two vibes
Main Room:
Red Room:
Late-night grooves, zero regrets.
Free Entry | 21+

📸 Sunday: JUICY BITZ PRESENTS
FAM FUNCTION: JUNETEENTH CELEBRATION
Main room: Mike B
Red room: .skup .gabblog
The only way to end the weekend.
Free Entry | 21+

This Week’s Lineup:🔥Tuesday: 2 Floors open! Live Music!Get together Salsa & Bachata Dance Social .together.socials $1...
06/18/2026

This Week’s Lineup:

🔥Tuesday: 2 Floors open! Live Music!
Get together Salsa & Bachata Dance Social .together.socials
$15 8pm-9pm | Free dance Social 9pm-2am | 21+

🎧 Wednesday:
Main Room: Open Decks with
Sign up at the door.
Free Entry | 21+

🕺 Thursday:
Main Room: .novakane
Red Room: Black Joy Bounce
Free Entry | 21+

🍾Friday:
2 Floors: 6-11PM: Marvin Rooftop / Patty Boom Boom Reunion
Main Room:
Red Room: Keepin’ it Moving - .disco
Good vibes all night
Free Entry | 21+

💿 Saturday: Two floors, two vibes
Main Room:
Red Room:
Late-night grooves, zero regrets.
Free Entry | 21+

📸 Sunday: JUICY BITZ PRESENTS
FAM FUNCTION: JUNETEENTH CELEBRATION
Main room: Mike B
Red room: .skup .gabblog
The only way to end the weekend.
Free Entry | 21+

This Week’s Lineup:🔥Tuesday: 2 Floors open! Live Music!Get together Salsa & Bachata Dance Social .together.socials $1...
06/17/2026

This Week’s Lineup:

🔥Tuesday: 2 Floors open! Live Music!
Get together Salsa & Bachata Dance Social .together.socials
$15 8pm-9pm | Free dance Social 9pm-2am | 21+

🎧 Wednesday:
Main Room: Open Decks with
Sign up at the door.
Free Entry | 21+

🕺 Thursday:
Main Room: .novakane
Red Room: Black Joy Bounce
Free Entry | 21+

🍾Friday:
2 Floors: 5-11PM: Marvin Rooftop / Patty Boom Boom Reunion
Main Room:
Good vibes all night
Free Entry | 21+

💿 Saturday: Two floors, two vibes
Main Room:
Red Room:
Late-night grooves, zero regrets.
Free Entry | 21+

📸 Sunday: JUICY BITZ PRESENTS
FAM FUNCTION: JUNETEENTH CELEBRATION
Main room: Mike B
Red room: .skup .gabblog
The only way to end the weekend.
Free Entry | 21+

.novakane at Eighteenth Street Lounge - This Thursday, June 18th
06/16/2026

.novakane at Eighteenth Street Lounge - This Thursday, June 18th

.novakane and Skydoll - This Thursday, June 18th at Eighteenth street lounge.
06/16/2026

.novakane and Skydoll - This Thursday, June 18th at Eighteenth street lounge.

From the moment you step through our doors, ESL invites you into a space designed for unforgettable nights. Whether you ...
06/15/2026

From the moment you step through our doors, ESL invites you into a space designed for unforgettable nights. Whether you want to settle into a cozy booth for cocktails and conversation, or hit the dance floor, you will fall in love with ESL’s sophisticated and lively atmosphere.

Address

1230 9th Street NW
Washington D.C., DC
20001

Opening Hours

Tuesday 9pm - 1am
Wednesday 9pm - 1am
Thursday 9pm - 2am
Friday 9pm - 3am
Saturday 9pm - 3am
Sunday 9pm - 3am

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