Music in and near Washington, D. C., DC

It’s no wonder that in Washington, DC, concerts are some of the most vibrant events around. After all, the city is the birthplace of iconic artists ranging from John Philip Sousa to Wale. Anyone seeking things to do in DC need not look further than funky venues such as U Street Music Hall and Bohemian Caverns. And if a concert ends a few hours before your early-morning bedtime? The DC nightlife scene also extends to nightclubs and bars open into the wee hours.