Events & Food Trucks
OLD TIME JAM!
Every 1st and 3rd Tuesday! Come join local musicians for an open old time jam! Bring your instruments to play old-time Appalachian string band tunes (all levels welcome and encouraged!), or just come listen and enjoy some fine local beers, cocktails, mocktails and more! Happy hour $7 pints all day!!
Friends of Dorothy Cafe Presents: Living History-An LGBTQ+ Intergenerational Storytelling Series
Living History: How We Loved
Moderated by Sarah Marloff, Washington City Paper
Join us for the third gathering in a four-part LGBTQ+ intergenerational storytelling series centering the voices of local elders, icons, and activists.
Get your tickets HERE!
In How We Loved, We will hear how queer and trans people have loved and cared for one another, especially when legal, medical, and social systems did not recognize those relationships. We’ll reflect on chosen family, long-term partnerships before marriage equality, caregiving during the AIDS crisis, hidden romances, friendship as survival, chosen family, and the loves that changed the course of our lives.
This evening is about honoring lived experience, preserving community memory, and strengthening the bridge between generations.
Come listen, learn, and be part of a conversation that connects our past to our future.
Get your tickets HERE!
FREE: Kid Dance Party fundraiser for Migrant Solidarity Mutual Aid
Fundraiser for Migrant Solidatiry Mutual Aid
Dance, play. an build community
Dance Party
Crafts
Bubbles
Story Time
Raffle Prizes
Party Favors
Balloons
ALL PROCEEDS FROM THE RAFFLE AND PARTY FAVORS SUPPORT MIGRANT SOLIDARITY MUTUAL AID
Big Barn Puppets show at City-State Public House
Time & Location
May 17, 2026, 11:15 AM – 12:00 PM
City-State Public House, 705 Edgewood St NE, Washington, DC 20017, USA
Get your tickets HERE! Doors open at 11:00 a.m., show starts at 11:15 a.m. Please note: each guest will need a ticket, except for children under six months of age.
About the event
Kidsinger Jim's "Big Barn Puppets" show is coming to City-State Public House. Located in the Edgewood neighborhood of Northeast D.C., it's only a 3-minute walk from the Rhode Island Avenue Metro Station. You can also arrive by foot or bike via the Metropolitan Branch Trail. City-State serves beer, wine, spirits, cocktails, non-alcoholic drinks and snacks.
Big Barn Puppets features a cool wooden barn set and nearly life-size animal puppets. Meet Farmer Jim, Momma Cow, Henry the Horse, Biff The Buffalo, Hope the "Hip-Hop-Potomus," Josie the Giraffe, Lonny the Lion, and Edgar the Elephant. Jim and the puppets sing folk songs and Kidsinger Jim originals.
Dungeons and Drafts - One Shot Night
Dungeons & Drafts returns to City-State for another adventure-packed evening! Grab your tickets now so you can join us, grab a drink, and settle in for an unforgettable quest!
Reserve your spot today! All experience levels are welcome, and all you need to bring is yourself.
Tickets and info at DungeonsnDrafts.com!
Free: CBT Comedy Productions Presents: BOMB SQUAD Open Mic Night
Every 1st and 3rd Wednesday! Come join CBT Comedy Productions with local comedians for an open mic night! Bring your jokes and friends (all levels welcome and encouraged!), or just come watch and enjoy some fine local beers, cocktails, mocktails and more!
Here & Now: A Phone-Free Experience
What to Expect:
For more information and to register to attend HERE!
A curated, phone-free social experience for ambitious and intentional people who want more out of their time offline.
Upon arrival, you'll check in your phone with our team for safekeeping and receive 'The Present' - everything you need to have a great phone-free experience.
From there, your only job is to be fully present and spend quality time with quality people, over conversation cards, board games, and a curated menu of drinks and snacks (available for purchase).
Who's Invited:
Those who value attention, intention, and human connection.
If you're craving real relationships with people who get it, you’ll feel right at home.
This is not a networking event. This is a place to feel human again.
Encore Comedy Presents Elijah Nevels
Are you looking for something to do? Do you love to laugh? Do you love great drinks and a great time? Then this is the show for you!
Get your tickets HERE!
ZAP Productions Presents: MELT: Performance Art About ICE
Comedy, drag, music, puppetry, burlesque. Performance art about politics, climate, and more in this one-of-a-kind show about melting ice. Buy your tickets HERE!
As the temperature rises this May, cool down with a one-of-a-kind evening of frosty performance art. Featuring a mix of comedy, music, drag, puppetry, burlesque, and more, catch alternative political performance art that aims to bring everyone together to melt a little ice.
Featuring:
Ya Minko - Music
Sari Ann - Puppetry
Papi Spudz - Drag
Christian Balmer - Musical Comedy
Morticia Atoms - Burlesque
Davine Ker - Comedy
Sophia Honey - Drag
and hosts Arzoo Malhotra and SpaceXXX
This show is brought to you by Zoo Animal Productions and Space XXX. Join us on May 23rd from 7:30 pm at City State Public House (Doors at 7:00 pm).
Getting there
The venue is located off the Rhode Island Ave metro station and Metropolitan Branch Trail. There is parking behind and above the venue. There is parking above and behind the venue. The venue is accessible, with ramp access through the loading dock around the back.
Last call is at 9:30.
Sip n Sculpt w/ Potter With A Purpose
Event Details
Sunday May 24, 12:30PM-2:30PM
Get your tickets HERE!
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 craft beer, 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.
Feel-Good Energy: Enjoy a welcoming, community-centered experience hosted at unique local spots — from breweries to plant shops and cozy cafés — that make the experience feel extra special.
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.
Reserve your spot NOW!
CBT Comedy presents: Punchlines and players
The music recital you won’t want to miss…comedians tell jokes and showcase their musical talents. Back for a second time at City-State! Get your tickets HERE!
Standup comedy meets raw musical talent! The silliest music recital around, get tickets to Punchlines and Players featuring Dianna Mason.
Punchlines and Players presented by CTB Comedy Productions is a standup comedy event where the comedians each showcase their unique musical talents after each set. Think of it as a music recital...but with lots of jokes! Hosted by Monica Daly (a civilian, non-musician but extraordinarily funny comic), the show will feature multiple talented comedian performers from all ranges of musical backgrounds. Headlined by Dianna Mason,—as seen at the Laugh Factory and the DC Improv—Dianna is a witty, hilarious comedian hailing from Maryland; she'll be bringing her powerful comedic and musical stylings once again to City-State for a second time! Don't miss Dianna and company at City-State Public House on Saturday, May 30th at 7:00PM.
Tickets are $25/person, taxes and fees applied may affect checkout total. All sales are final.
Encore Comedy Presents: Anthony DeVito
Are you looking for something to do? Do you love to laugh? Do you love great beer and a great time? Then this is the show for you!
Get your tickets here!
Originally from New Jersey, Anthony DeVito is a NYC based comedian. He's appeared on CBS The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, Comedy Central Stand Up Presents: Anthony DeVito, Comedy Central's Adam Devine's House Party, was one of the “New Faces” at the 2012 Montreal Just for Laughs Festival, has been on "This American Life," AXS TV’s Gotham Comedy Live, and in 2022 independently released his latest special Brain Noise. He also released two albums Dream Occupation and Brain Noise. In addition to stand-up, he was a writer on Netflix's The Break with Michelle Wolf, wrote for the 2018 White House Correspondents Dinner, and was a writer/regular panelist on MSG's People Talking Sports and Other Stuff. He also has appeared on TV Land's The Jim Gaffigan Show and HBO's Pause with Sam Jay.
Live Comedy: Andrew Della Volpe
Come out for a night of fun and laughter with Andrew Della Volpe. You can get your tickets HERE!
When: Saturday June 13, 8PM-10PM
Where: City-State Public House
705 Edgewood St NE, Wash, DC 20017
Andrew Della Volpe:
Recently named a “Comedian on The Rise,” by The Boston Globe, Andrew got his start working as an intern at Sacha Baron Cohen’s Four by Two Films and never considered a straight job again. Featured on CBS, and a finalist in the Boston Comedy Festival, you can see Andrew in clubs and theatre’s across New England and beyond.
Encore Comedy Presents Daniel Van Kirk
Are you looking for something to do? Do you love to laugh? Do you love great drinks and a great time? Then this is the show for you!
Get your tickets HERE!
Daniel Van Kirk is a stand-up comedian whose comedy album “Thanks Diane” debuted at #1 on Apple Music and in 2024 released his first comedy special, “Rose Gold”, which has over 100k views on YouTube. Daniel has been named a “Comic To Watch” by Comedy Central and you may know him from his characters and performances on Bob’s Burgers (FOX), The Morning Show (Apple TV+), Central Park (Apple TV+), and the lead in the feature film, Wine Club (Prime). Daniel can also be heard every week on the hit podcasts, "Pen Pals" with partner Rory Scovel, and co-hosting "Dumb People Town" along with The Sklar Brothers. Daniel has preformed and headlined at the top festivals in North America, including The Moontower Comedy Festival, 10,000 Laughs, JFL 42, and JFL Montreal.
Are you looking for something to do? Do you love to laugh? Do you love great beer and a great time? Come to the best comedy show in the DMV! At our show you will see a lineup of the best comedians from the DMV and all around the East Coast.
Past Encore Comedy shows have featured comedians who have performed at famous venues such as the comedy cellar, the laugh factory, and madison square garden, writers from shows such as SNL and Conan, kill tony golden ticket winners, writers for the Onion, and comedians with Don't tell and Drybar comedy specials!
Sip n Sculpt w/ Potter With A Purpose
Event Details
Sunday June 28, 12:30PM-2:30PM
Get your tickets HERE!
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 craft beer, 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.
Feel-Good Energy: Enjoy a welcoming, community-centered experience hosted at unique local spots — from breweries to plant shops and cozy cafés — that make the experience feel extra special.
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.
Reserve your spot NOW!
Rumba Queer’s First Birthday!
Come celebrate our first birthday with us back where we started at City State Public House on May 13th! Follow us on Instagram @rumbaqueerdc for more updates!
Beginner Salsa Lesson: 7:00–8:00 PM. No dance partner or experience needed.
Social Dancing: 8:30–11 PM.
Tickets available in the app and at the door. Salsa, bachata, and merengue partner dancing until 11pm.
This event is 21+ | No refunds | No additional lesson tickets will be made available once they sell out due to venue capacity
Get your tickets here!
Capital Clocktower Presents - Blood on the Clocktower
Join us in the Taproom on Sunday May 10th from 12-7PM for an afternoon of thrills and chills with Capital Clocktower!
A demon has come to town, committing murder by night and taking on human form to evade detection during the day. Can the good townsfolk find the demon before they are wiped out?
Come play the hit social deduction game, Blood on the Clocktower! It’s a logic puzzle and murder mystery in which you’ll try to figure out which of your friends are lying to you—or maybe you’ll be lying to them.
New players are welcome, ages 12+. Free to play! Hosted by the DC-area community of players of this game, Capital Clocktower. We are a diverse, tolerant, welcoming bunch.
Transit Details
For those driving, parking is available outside the loading bay and on the roof, and our space is 5 minutes walking from the Rhode Island Avenue Metro
Beer Pong Speed Dating!
Beer Pong Speed Dating DC
Shoot your shot and find your match on the table, not on your phone. We're back in DC!
Secure your spot HERE!
Ready to mix things up? Join us for a fun night of Beer Pong Speed Dating! Meet new people face-to-face while showing off your pong skills. It’s the perfect way to break the ice, share some laughs, and maybe find a connection—all in person. Come shoot your shot and find your match on the table, not your phone.
How's it work? You'll get paired with a partner, play a game, and then get a new partner for the next game (that's the speed dating). At the end of the event, you'll receive a survey asking who you'd like to match with.
Best of all? We don't make any money off this. If you buy your ticket a month before the event, you get all of your money back when you show up. Otherwise, you'll still get half back when you show up. We do this for the love of love.
FREE: I <3 DC Arts and Activism Dance Party
Celebrate DC's creative and advocacy communities at the I ❤️ DC: Arts & Activism Party – where art meets action!
I ❤️ DC is an event for and by local creatives, community organizers, and all folx who care about our life together in the District. Local orgs and activists will share their methods for using the arts to activate their causes and offer interactive arts activities to participants of all ages. Soak in beats from D.J.s Tropigal and Kristy La Rat.
This event is part of the 2026 Being Human Festival and is funded by the National Humanities Center.
FREE: Silent Trivia w/ Chris Hayes
Come Join Christopher Hayes for his first public bar trivia at City-State Public House.
Question topics will vary from pop culture, history, STEM, sports, and more.
Please be sure to arrive early as the event starts promptly at 7PM! The event will end around 8:45PM before the taproom closes at 9PM. Chris will host using ASL but all information, questions, answers, and instructions will be on slides.
Max Team Size: 5 people
Paper based, no phones needed
NO MUSIC OR SOUND BASED QUESTIONS
PRIZES
1st Place: $25 giftcard to City-State
2nd Place: $15 giftcard to City-State
3rd Place: $10 arcade card for City-State Arcade
Please email ckhayes51@gmail.com in advance with any accomodation questions.
City-state, Dig dug dig, & Home rule records presents: Divinyl Day! Record Pop Up Market w/ HR Records
Come out to City-State on Saturday April 25, 1PM-5PM, for our Divinyl Day Record Pop Up Market feature HR Records! This day will be filled with brews, beats, and rare finds! The event is free!
HR Records is the best in DC for used Jazz, Soul, R&B, Funk, and more. HR Records will bring their bins for people to find the jazz record they have been searching for while enjoying tasty brews from City-State.
The market will be from 1PM-5PM with a live show peformed by Room 48, 4PM-5PM.
Dungeons n Drafts
Come join us for Dungeons n Drafts
When: Wednesday April 22 6PM-9:30PM
Where: City-State Public House
What should I bring?
All necessary adventuring gear is provided at the table, but bring any dice or accessories you would like!
What are we playing?
Unless otherwise specified, we play Dungeons & Dragons Fifth Edition. Games may vary by table, Game Master, and date and will be listed in the event description.
Who will be in my adventuring party?
Our intrepid adventurers are people just like you — friendly local folks who are interested in learning or continuing to play D&D. We welcome players of all experience levels and backgrounds, and our expert hosts are well-vetted.
Sign up HERE!No experience required to join!
Sip n Sculpt w/ Potter With A Purpose
Event Details
Sunday April 19, 12:30PM-2:30PM
Get your tickets HERE!
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 craft beer, 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.
Feel-Good Energy: Enjoy a welcoming, community-centered experience hosted at unique local spots — from breweries to plant shops and cozy cafés — that make the experience feel extra special.
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.
Reserve your spot NOW!
Desiree Dik Presents SLAY THEM PAGEANT
The moment we have been waiting for! All the winners from Desiree Dik’s Slay Them competitions come and compete in a final pageant to determine who has SLAYED THEM ALL! Come out and watch as 6 Queens compete for the ultimate crown. Show starts at 8:30 and we will have later hours that night. Check out all the contestants:
Judges:
Industry Night w/ City-State and Henceforth,
City-State and Henceforth, INDUSTRY NIGHT!
Sunday April 12, 8PM-11PM
*Happy Hour Prices
*Half Price Arcade Games
*Henceforth, beers at City-State
Come out and hang with other industry folks and have a good time
Watermelon Wares and Friends of Friends Collective Present GAZA Fundraiser Crafts and Market Fair
Free to enter the market-$50 to attend up to 2 craft workshops. You can learn wire craft and beading skills to make your own upcycled keychains (we call them Wiggly Dudes!) with Warermelon Wares, a DIY embroidery and patch station and more! All proceeds from ticket sales goes and markets go towards families displaced by ongoing attacks in Gaza. Get your craft tickets HERE!
Encore Comedy Presents : DC Comedy Chaos: Cherry Blossom Season!
Overview
Are you looking for something to do? Do you love to laugh? Do you love great beer and a great time? Then this is the show for you! Get tickets HERE!
SHOW TIMES
Show: 7pm (Doors at 6:30)
Feel free to grab drinks in the taproom prior to the show or in the showroom during the show!
Seating is first come first served. Come early to ensure your group can sit together.
Are you looking for something to do? Do you love to laugh? Do you love great beer and a great time? Come to the best comedy show in the DMV! At our show you will see a lineup of the best comedians from the DMV and all around the East Coast. Come enjoy peak bloom the right way with, with great standup comedians from all over the DMV!
Past Encore Comedy shows have featured comedians who have performed at famous venues such as the comedy cellar, the laugh factory, and madison square garden, writers from shows such as SNL and Conan, kill tony golden ticket winners, writers for the Onion, and comedians with Don't tell and Drybar comedy specials!
She/They Came to Slay at Woke Mob Comedy Festival
A femme/non-binary centered improv and stand-up comedy show raising funds for the DC LGBTQ+ Community Center! Get your tickets HERE!
Femme&m is proud to present She/They Came to Slay: a femme/non-binary centered improv and stand-up comedy show! A percentage of proceeds benefit the DC LGBTQ+ Center.
We all know them, that badass femme / them in your life. Get ready to celebrate as we bring your stories to life and see the crazy exploits that make you say god damn, they’re just such a gorgeous individual.
This hour will bring you standup, improv, and lots of laughs from femme & nonbinary comedians in the DC area.
About the Woke Mob Comedy Festival
The woke mob is rising up! With an absolutely unhinged dedication to diversity, bodily autonomy, and democracy itself, we are undrainable swamp people who work hard every day to keep our home in the DMV culturally hostile to the fascists in power. And honestly? We deserve to have fun while we do it.
The Woke Mob Comedy Festival celebrates everything that makes this region the best, even as the rest of the country sends us its worst. We’re showcasing the DMV’s funniest comedians, especially highlighting BIPOC, women, LGBTQ+ and gender-queer performers, plus a few “prodigal” comics who got their start here before heading national.
It'll be hilarious, joyful, AND every show gives back! With our neighbors under attack, we're raising funds for local organizations that are helping some of our region's most vulnerable. A percentage of ticket sales from this show go to DC LGBTQ+ Center.
Tickets HERE!
DC LGBTQ+ Community Center
The DC LGBTQ+ Community Center educates, empowers, uplifts, celebrates, and connects the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer communities. They are dedicated to creating a safe, inclusive, and affirming space where all members of our community can thrive. To fulfill this mission, the Center focuses on four core areas: health and wellness, ensuring equitable access to care and support; arts and culture, celebrating LGBTQ+ creativity and identity; social and peer support, fostering connection and mutual empowerment; and advocacy and community building, working to advance equity, visibility, and justice for all. Through these pillars, the Center strives to build a stronger, more vibrant LGBTQ+ community in DC and beyond. Learn more at https://thedccenter.org/.
Disrtict spanish and City-State Presents ¡Noche De Baile! Dance Night!
District Spanish is hosting a dance night for Spanish speakers, people learning Spanish, and everyone who enjoys dancing! There will be an instructor for the first hour to teach people certain moves and the second hour will be free dance. The instructor will be on site to help people who want to practice their fresh new moves! If you want to come practice your spanish speaking skills or just looking for a fun night out, Noche De Baile is for you! Get your tickets to reserve your spot HERE!
When: Thursday April 9, 6PM-8PM
Where: City-State Public House, Bamboo Room
705 Edgewood St NE, Washington DC, 20017
Childs Play! Live Comedy for parents by parents
Come out Sunday March 29 from 3PM- 4:30PM for a comedy show for parents, by parents about parenting! Children 5 and under are welcome!
Get your tickets HERE!
CTB Comedy Productions Presents : Punchlines and Players
The music recital you won’t want to miss…comedians tell jokes and showcase their musical talents. Get your tickets HERE!
CTB Comedy teams up with CakeIsMyFriend Comedy for comedy with melodies!
Five comedians from different music backgrounds tell jokes and showcase their talents through song all in one night! Featuring pianists Lucas Craig and Pendar Kordnavasi, classically trained vocalist Chrissy Perez and headlined by renowned comedic guitar player and vocalist, Daphne London. Hosted by jazz trumpeter, Christian Balmer, Punchlines and Players will leave you laughing at standup comedy and captivated by the musical abilities of these same five exceptional artists.
**** The CakeIsMyFriend Comedy Show has adult themes****
Tickets are $25/person.
Comics may be edited as neccesary.
The Nicholson Project and Hamiltonian Artists presents "I'll Meet You There"
Join The Nicholson Project and Hamiltonian Artists at City-State Public House for the opening dedication event of I'll meet you there, a city-wide roving exhibition of contemporary video work by Stephanie J. Williams, Jermaine "jET" Carter, Edgar Reyes, and A.J. McClenon.
Click Here to RSVP (Registration is encouraged)
This event celebrates the kick-off for I'll meet you there, a four-part public art exhibition featuring a twenty-foot billboard truck showcasing video work by each artist, anchored with outdoor exhibitions at Hamiltonian and The Nicholson Project. The truck will traverse all quadrants of the city, with the first part of on view from March 16th through April 11th, featuring work by artist Stephanie J. Williams.
On Saturday, March 21st, join us to celebrate the opening of I'll meet you there, where you can view Stephanie's video work The Expectation of the Observed displayed on the truck, and hear from Stephanie about her work, in conversation with artist Luis Vasquez La Roche.
Encore Comedy Presents: Dan St. Germain
Are you looking for something to do? Do you love to laugh? Do you love great beer and a great time? Then this is the show for you!
This months Lineup: Dan St. Germain ft. Ryan Neser!
Get your tickets HERE!
Dan St. Germain is a writer, comedian, and actor who has written for The White House Correspondents' Dinner, Alternatino, The Break with Michelle Wolf, Superior Donuts, The Comedy Central Roast of Rob Lowe, Not Safe with Nikki Glaser, Tru TV’s 10 Things, Bill Burr’s Immoral Compass, The Roast of Tom Brady, and has developed his own shows for Peacock, Adult Swim, and Comedy Central. He is currently developing a cartoon for Fox with Dan Soder. Dan has appeared on WTF, This is Not Happening, Conan, Fallon, This Week at the Comedy Cellar, Adam Ruins Everything, Crashing, Best Week Ever, @Midnight, John Oliver's New York Stand-up Show, Guy Code, HBO’s Funny as Hell, and The Roast of Bruce Prichard. You can watch his half hour Comedy Central special on Paramount+; his latest special, Dance Fatty Dance, was released spring 2024 and can be viewed at the icon below.
Are you looking for something to do? Do you love to laugh? Do you love great beer and a great time? Come to the best comedy show in the DMV! At our show you will see a lineup of the best comedians from the DMV and all around the East Coast.
Past Encore Comedy shows have featured comedians who have performed at famous venues such as the comedy cellar, the laugh factory, and madison square garden, writers from shows such as SNL and Conan, kill tony golden ticket winners, writers for the Onion, and comedians with Don't tell and Drybar comedy specials!
Dungeons n Drafts at City-State Public House!
Come out and have som fun on Wednesday March 18, 6PM-9:30PM. Reserve your spot HERE!
What are we playing? Unless otherwise stated, all games are Dungeons & Dragons 5th Edtion
What do I need to bring? Everything you need to play is provided (including pre-made character cheers.) No need to bring anything, though you are welcome to bring your own dice or whatever other accessories you desire.
What experience level should I have? No experience/knowledge necessary! We welcome all levels of players, from beginners to experts. We are happy to help you learn the game!
Can I choose my DM? You can request a specific DM when purchasing your ticket, thought we cannot guarantee that DM will be running your table.
When should I show up? March 18 6PM-9:30PM is the event at City-State. Show up at 6PM and start playing with fellow adventurers!
Pottery with a Purpose
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 craft beer, 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.
Tickets available HERE!
Stand Up For Your Neighbors - A Comedy Show To Raise Funds for Families Affected by ICE
ICE's impact on the DMV area and the nation as a whole has been no laughing matter. And with freedom of speech under assault, speaking out has never been scarier. But one tool we have left that they haven't taken from us yet is humor. So we're asking folks to help thaw this mid-winter freeze by warming your hearts with some jokes for justice! Join local comedians as they raise money for César Chávez Dual Spanish Immersion Elementary School's PTO efforts to support families in the region who've been directly impacted by fascist governmental overreach.
Admission is "Donate What You Can," 100% of which goes to the CCDSI PTO ICE relief fund. City-State Public House is also offering $7 pints during the show, and they've generously agreed to donate 10% of those beer sales as well!
DOORS 7:30p | COMEDY 8p
Click the PayPal donation link, write "Comedy Show" in your donation notes, and show your receipt at the door. No one will be turned away for lack of funds!
Beer & Boardgames: Boardgame Swap & Gatherspiel Game Night
Boardgame Swap & Gatherspiel Game Night
When: Friday February 27, 2026
6PM-CLOSE
Where:City-State Public House
Bamboo Room
705 Edgewood St NE
Washington, DC 20017
Metro: Red Line Rhode Island Metro Stop 5 minute walk
We have parking outside the loading bay and on the roof of the building
NOTE You will have to walk back down the ramp if you park on the roof
Who: Beer and Board Games and All Game Enthusiasts
All ages welcome, under 21 must be accompanied by adult
What: Beer and Board Games with City-State are hosting a Board game swap & Gatherspiel Game Night. Got some games you don’t play anymore, want to try out some new games? Come out to swap your old game for a new to you game. Please make sure your old game is in good condition, has its instructions, all the pieces, cards, and boards securely in its original packaging. Don’t have anything you want to swap? Not a problem, come out and try some other games like Wingspan, and hang out with other tabletop game enthusiasts.
DC Braulesque and The Nerdy Nightcap, The International Nerdlesque Festival presents✨ NERDVANA ✨
From the producers of DC Braulesque and The Nerdy Nightcap, The International Nerdlesque Festival returns in 2026 with an all-new semi-scripted series: ✨NERDVANA ✨
Get your tickets HERE!
NERDVANA is a cosmic utopia where fandom fantasies become reality, whisking you away from the grind of real life and into a glowing, NSFW isekai of pleasure and parody.
Every show is a new journey, a new world, and a new chance to encounter your favorite characters doing some delightfully strange things for a piece of change.
So grab your party, or party up solo, and take the leap. Will you conquer the night — or lose yourself in NERDVANA?
FEBRUARY; We kick off NERDVANA with Noir - a celebration of all things Black and nerdy. From comic books to fantasy, Black culture has undeniably been at the forefront of popular culture since the beginning of time. Your favorite magical girls Maki Roll and Kimono Jones return as your guides through the grown and sexy moments in history that shaped Black nerd joy. Plus; the definitive ranking of top Black characters in all of media.
Free: Slay Them Drag Competition Round 5
City State Presents Desiree Dik’s Slay Them Drag Show! Come watch 7 acts compete for the ultimate Slay Them Crown! ROUND 5 is Friday February 13 @ 8PM! We will have extended hours and will be open until 11PM. Come judge the queens and break the bad luck curse of Friday the 13th!. We are a 5 minute walk from the Rhode Island metro on the red line, have free parking, and ADA entrance. NO COVER!
Performers
STAND UP For Your Neighbors Comedy Fundraiser
STAND UP FOR YOUR NEIGHBORS!
DOORS 7:30p | COMEDY 8p
Click the PayPal donation link, write "Comedy Show" in your donation notes, and show your receipt at the door. No one will be turned away for lack of funds!
ICE's impact on the DMV area and the nation as a whole has been no laughing matter. And with freedom of speech under assault, speaking out has never been scarier. But one tool we have left that they haven't taken from us yet is humor. So we're asking folks to help thaw this mid-winter freeze by warming your hearts with some jokes for justice! Join local comedians as they raise money for César Chávez Dual Spanish Immersion Elementary School's PTO efforts to support families in the region who've been directly impacted by fascist governmental overreach.
Admission is "Donate What You Can," 100% of which goes to the CCDSI PTO ICE relief fund. City-State Public House is also offering $7 pints during the show, and they've generously agreed to donate 10% of those beer sales as well!
This Week's Food Vendors
This Week’s Food :
Wed - @petitafrikdc
Thurs - @arniskitchendc
Fri - @tacoslamichoacanadc
Sat - @petitafrikdc
Sun - @kushfoodtruckdc
Science Trivia w/ Arzoo
SCIENCE TRIVIA NIGHT!
We will be hosting Science Trivia 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month in the Bamboo Room.
All ages welcome!
What is it?
15 Science based trivia questions
Engineering challenges-materials provided
We will have 8 weeks of science trivia, Winners get points to go towards a final ultimate prize at the end of the 8 weeks!
Come out and test your science knowledge and enjoy an engineering challenge, and win points for a clever team name.
Pottery with a Purpose
✨Back again for Round 2✨
Join us on February 8th from 12-2pm at City-State for yet another Pottery with a Purpose workshop!🪴
Unplug, unwind, and make something by hand at our feel-good pottery afternoon, no experience needed. Whether you come for the joy of making, community, or craft beer, 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. Workshop length ranges from 1.5 to 2.5 hours depending on the theme — see ‘Theme Details’ section for more info.
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. You’ll make up to 2 pottery pieces during class, plus take home extra clay for more DIY fun.
Beginner-Friendly Vibes: Laid-back, no-pressure energy perfect for first-timers, solo guests, and friend groups alike.
Feel-Good Energy: Enjoy a welcoming, community-centered experience hosted at unique local spots — from breweries to plant shops and cozy cafés — that make the experience feel extra special.
Tickets available here! https://www.potterywithapurpose.com/products/pottery-workshops-city-state-dc-washington-dc
SOLD OUT! Encore Comedy Presents Luke Severeid w/ Special Guest Nick Deez
Encore Comedy DC Presents Luke Severeid: “STAND UP THATS METAL AF” w/ Special Guest Nick Deez at City-State Public House
Friday February 6 Doors at 6:30 show at 7PM-8:30PM SOLD OUT!!!!
Are you looking for something to do? Do you love to laugh? Do you love great beer and a great time? Come to the best comedy show in the DMV! At our show you will see a lineup of the best comedians from the DMV and all around the East Coast.
Past Encore Comedy shows have featured comedians who have performed at famous venues such as the comedy cellar, the laugh factory, and madison square garden, writers from shows such as SNL and Conan, kill tony golden ticket winners, writers for the Onion, and comedians with Don't tell and Drybar comedy specials!
This months headliner is Luke Severeid and featuring Nick Deez.
Pottery Workshops at City-State
Get your tickets here! A chance to 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 craft beer, 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 hereabout 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. Workshop length ranges from 1.5 to 2.5 hours depending on the theme — see ‘Theme Details’ section for more info.
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. You'll make up to 2 pottery pieces during class, plus take home extra clay for more DIY fun.
Beginner-Friendly Vibes: Laid-back, no-pressure energy perfect for first-timers, solo guests, and friend groups alike.
Feel-Good Energy: Enjoy a welcoming, community-centered experience hosted at unique local spots — from breweries to plant shops and cozy cafés — that make the experience feel extra special.
Note: You can air-dry your pottery and paint it with the included paint. Want it to be waterproof and food-safe? Use our Kiln & Ceramic Studio Locator to find a local pro who can glaze and fire it for you.