DC State Chess Classes / Matches (Free)
2026-07-06 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-07-13 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-07-20 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-07-27 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
Join us for weekly Chess classes matches! Hosted by DC State Chess every Monday night! Free for all attendees. Classes for beginners will begin at 7pm and matches will last until 9pm.

Fit4Mom: Stroller Strides Fitness Class
2026-07-07 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-07-14 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-07-21 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-07-28 10:00 - 11:00
Join us from 10AM – 11AM every Tuesday for Stroller Strides®: a 60-minute total-body workout with strength, cardio, and core training, all while engaging the little ones in a stroller! You’ll leave class feeling strong, empowered, connected, and energized—no matter your stage of motherhood.

Rush Hour Happy Hour All Day
2026-07-08 16:00 - 22:00, 2026-07-15 16:00 - 22:00, 2026-07-22 16:00 - 22:00 | 680 Rhode Island Ave NE, 680 Rhode Island Ave NE, Washington, DC, 20002, United States
Join us for all day RUSH HOUR at metrobar – every Wednesday! Get over the hump with all day happy hour from 4pm-11pm every Wednesday at metrobar. Sip back and enjoy select $5 local drafts and $10 craft cocktails at tthis weekly humpday hangout!

Jazz Jam Sessions at metrobar
2026-07-08 19:00 - 22:00, 2026-07-15 19:00 - 22:00, 2026-07-22 19:00 - 22:00
Jazz helped shape the District, and the District helped shape jazz. Come celebrate that continued legacy and current vitality every Wednesday with us at metrobar as we come together for our weekly jam session!
Along with jazz on Wednesdays, we are also excited to launch our all day Rush Hour – our signature happy hour, which will last all night.
Abe Mamet, called D.C.’s “major jazz French horn player” by the Washington Post, leads the session every week alongside Steve Arnold, Keith Butler, and rotating featured guests. Our first jam session will feature the incredible Amy K. Bormet, the District’s premier pianist and authority for all things good music.
The jam session will open up after a set by the house band. Jazz musicians of all stripes are encouraged to bring your horn and join in fellowship with this wonderful community.

The Sound Seminar (Music Appreciation Group) - Free
2026-07-09 18:30 - 21:30
Think of Sound Seminar as a book club for an artist’s full discography where we pick one artist and spend three months exploring their career through their contributions to music and their cultural impact. This month we’ll look at Rihanna and her first four albums: Music of the Sun, A Girl Like Me, Good Girl Gone Bad, and Rated R. Come ready to discuss and engage!
“Making Rihanna” — WBEZ Chicago (2022, 43 min). Features Evan Rogers (the producer who discovered her in Barbados), a Vogue editor, and a music journalist, and includes archival tape of early rehearsals.https://www.wbez.org/making/2022/10/20/making-rihanna-a-podcast-biography
Rihanna Talks ‘Good Girl Gone Bad’ — MTV News throwback clip from 2007, in her own words about the album’s direction and title. youtube.com/watch?v=-izPcp19qPg
2009 Rihanna — Rated R Interview and Rihanna MySpace Music Release Interview (Dec 2009) — both available on YouTube, filmed around the Rated R release. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aP2H0HyD1uA
Interview Magazine — covers her evolution across all four albums, including Rihanna in her own words: “in the beginning of my career, I didn’t have a lot of input in what I wore and stuff, but it was a very innocent, girly look”. interviewmagazine.com/music/rihanna
“Good Girl Gone Bad: 10 Years of Pop Influence” — strong piece on the cultural significance of the pivot, including her MTV quote about cutting her hair and taking control. https://www.vibe.com/features/opinion/rihanna-good-girl-gone-bad-10-year-anniversary-515931/
“Revisiting Rihanna’s Rated R: A Renaissance Era” — deep dive into Rated R as her first album as executive producer, and the personal context behind it. https://www.highsnobiety.com/p/rihanna-rated-r-era/
“Good Girl Gone Bad — Charting Rihanna’s Daring Transformation” — traces the shift from the Caribbean sound of her first two albums to the sleek pop of GGGB. https://www.udiscovermusic.com/stories/rihanna-good-girl-gone-bad/

Mambo Fridays: Beginner Salsa Lesson & Party
2026-07-10 19:00 - 23:30
Featuring the one and only DJ Mambo Soul from Houston!!!

The beat continues, but the backdrop changes. Mambo Fridays is moving to Bryant Street Market. 🌟Next Mambo Fridays is on 6/12/26!
Kick things off at 7:30 PM with a beginner-friendly salsa lesson that’s all about fun, not perfection.💃 No partner? No problem. Just bring your curiosity and comfy shoes.
From 8:45 PM, the dance floor opens up for social dancing—classic mambo, spicy salsa, and maybe a few unexpected gems. 🎶 Whether you’re here to move, vibe, or just soak it all in, you’ll find your groove.
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Got kids? Bring them along! Ages 15 and under get in free. We’ve seen tiny dancers steal the show more than once. 🧃🕺
🌮🍹 Hungry? Nearby vendors have you covered with tasty bites and drinks to keep you fueled and happy.
✨ Whether you’re flying solo or rolling in with your crew, you’ll be welcomed into a vibrant, down-to-earth community. No dress code, no judgment—just music, movement, and good people.
Let’s dance, laugh, and make some memories. See you on the floor! 💫

Friday Night Live Music at metrobar
2026-07-10 20:00 - 23:00, 2026-07-17 20:00 - 23:00, 2026-07-24 20:00 - 23:00 | 680 Rhode Island Ave NE, 680 Rhode Island Ave NE, Washington, DC, 20002, United States
Join us every Friday for live music and fun! We’ve got your Fridays covered.

No Delays Just Vibes DJ Party at Metrobar
2026-07-11 19:00 - 22:00, 2026-07-18 19:00 - 22:00, 2026-07-25 19:00 - 22:00 | 680 Rhode Island Ave NE, 680 Rhode Island Ave NE, Washington, DC, 20002, United States
Every Saturday night, our roster of A-list DJs start at 7pm.

May 10: DJ Ty-Why
May 17: DJ Crank party
May 24: DJ MIM Pride Party
May 31: Stay tuned…

RSVP: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/no-delays-just-vibes-saturday-djs-on-the-train-at-metrobar-tickets-757496501427

Brazilian Zouk and Lambada: Dance/Social
2026-07-12 17:00 - 21:00, 2026-07-26 17:00 - 21:00
Brazilian Zouk is a partner social dance developed first in Brazil and that slowly has been taking over the world. Among its distinctive characteristics, you will see a mix of playful footwork, body movements, and Brazilian Zouk’s unique head movements for followers. Today, almost every major city around the globe has a Brazilian Zouk scene of passionate dancers ready to embrace everyone that wants to join.
Brazilian Zouk can be danced to a very wide range of music styles from lyrical songs without a beat, to high-energy music with strong beats. You can check out some of our playlists to have an idea.
5:00pm – 6:00pm Brazilian Zouk Class
6:00pm – 9:00pm Social Dancing

Market Milonga Dance/Social
2026-07-17 19:00
Join us between 7pm – 11pm for a traditional Argentine tango and dance at Bryant Street Market.
There will be music and dancing between 7pm – 8pm lead by an experienced instructor. Socializing after between 8pm – 11pm.

StuckOnSalsa: 23rd Anniversary All White Party
2026-07-18 19:00 - 23:50
StuckOnSalsa Entertainment proudly presents our 23rd Anniversary — and our legendary Annual All White Party!
StuckOnSalsa turns 23!
For over two decades, we’ve been a part of DC’s Latin dance scene.
Join us for a night of Salsa celebration, and community.
Let’s dance into year 24 together.
For 23 years, we’ve been bringing Salsa, Bachata, and the full Latin dance experience to Washington, DC. This year, we’re celebrating in pure style: All white. All night. All rhythm.
Join us for a night filled with:
Ticket Price 15.00 in advance, 20.00 at the door
Special performances TBA
7pm Beginner and adv Beginner On 2 classes Instuctors TBA
8 pm Salsa Dance Party with DJs DJ Mambo Soul and DJ PhillyBoy

Pottery Workshop
2026-07-23 18:00 - 20:00
Unplug, unwind, and make something by hand at our feel-good pottery night, no experience needed. Whether you come for the joy of making, community, or the delicious food + drinks (not included), this guided clay workshop is all about making something fun while you sip and socialize. You’ll learn the pottery basics, and leave with a one-of-a-kind piece (or two) you built by hand as well as a deeper sense of calm.
Perfect for date night, catching up with friends, or coming solo to meet new people. Just pick the date and theme that fits your vibe in the drop-down menu.
Bonus: We donate $1 from every ticket to mental health initiatives. Learn more here about which non-profits we’ve given back to so far, and how you can pick who we support next.
What’s Included

Hands-On Instruction: A relaxed, hands-on pottery workshop guided by an experienced host.
Pottery 101: Learn foundational hand-building techniques like pinch pots and coils, then turn them into functional pottery with pieces like mugs, bowls, vases, or planters. We’ll also show you how to add fun touches like handles or texture.
All Supplies Provided: We bring the clay, tools, and materials — you just bring yourself.
Beginner-Friendly Vibes: Laid-back, no-pressure energy perfect for first-timers, solo guests, and friend groups alike.

Note: After this workshop, you can air-dry your pottery. After a few days, your pottery will be ready to paint! Glazing + Firing (what makes your pottery waterproof and food-safe) is not available at this workshop. Use our Kiln & Ceramic Studio Locator to find a local pro who can glaze and fire your creations for you.

Private Event
2026-07-24 15:00 - 17:00
Private catering event hosted by Taqueria Habanero. The Bevy will be opened immediately after.

DC State Chess: Summer Challenge
2026-07-25 09:00 - 13:00
$400 prize fund (based on 15 entries). Competitive chess for all ages.
Saturday, July 25th
Bryant Street Market (DC)
670 Rhode Island Ave NE, Washington, DC 20002
Sections
Open: anyone, any age
Scholastic: K–1, K–3, K–5, K–8, K–12
4-round Swiss (G/45 d5)
Check-in: 9:15–9:45 AM | Round 1: 10:00 AM
Entry
Open: $40
Scholastic: $25 (Supporter: $40)
Paid at the door
USCF membership required
Open Prize Fund
1st: $200
2nd: $125
3rd: $75
Scholastic Awards
1st, 2nd, and 3rd place trophies for each section
Top team and top female trophy for each section

Register here: https://khepraskloset.chessroster.com/summerchesschallenge?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQPOTM2NjE5NzQzMzkyNDU5AAGnj9n-tIP9QlK-nPv3NTLaiURxIWvZmZkvqrisSjG6RBrUydSbWzhtubF16fk_aem_bbJ4AgV9H-QKW65isFsC6w

Northeast Summer Nights: Movie Night
2026-07-29 15:30 - 21:00
Join us for a movie night here at Bryant Street Market Plaza!
