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Best Late Night in Downtown, DC

The 3 best late night in Downtown, Washington DC — ranked by locals and updated weekly.

3 venues · Updated weekly

1

Bunker DC

Downtown · $$ · Anything goes

Underground queer-friendly dance club with late-night techno and house sets.

★ 4.4

280 reviews

21+

2

Code Red DC

Downtown · $$ · Smart Casual

High-energy nightclub popular for themed events and weekend parties.

★ 3.9

310 reviews

21+

3
Karma DC

Karma DC

Downtown · $$ · Smart Casual

High-energy nightclub near Chinatown with hip-hop, Top 40, and R&B on multiple floors.

★ 3.8

312 reviews

21+

Frequently Asked Questions

What bars in DC are open until 3 AM?

Most DC clubs are open until 3 AM on Friday and Saturday nights. Echostage, The Park at 14th, and Ultrabar regularly stay open until 3 AM on weekends.

Are there any 4 AM bars in DC?

DC allows certain venues to serve until 4 AM on approximately 15+ holiday weekends per year, including New Year's Eve, Memorial Day, July 4th, and Labor Day weekends. Venues must register separately.

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