Go-Go Museum & Cafe

Go-Go Santa
2025-12-06 14:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Sycamore & Oak, 1110 Oak Dr. SE, Washington, DC, United States
GoGo Santa at Sycamore & Oak
Celebrate the holidays, DC-style! Join us on Saturday, December 6th from 2 PM to 5 PM for GoGo Santa, a free community celebration filled with music, joy, and holiday cheer.
This year’s event will be hosted by Keyonna Jones and LeGreg Harrison, bringing energy and fun to an unforgettable afternoon.

Get ready for an incredible lineup of Go-Go and youth performances, including:
• The Chuck Brown Band
• Sounds of Youth
• The Pock3t Band
• Music vibes throughout the day from DJ Supa Dan

Before the main event begins, the Go-Go Museum Mobile Bus will roll through Southeast starting at 12 PM, stopping at several community spots with a live performance by Sirius Company aboard the bus. Their final stop will bring the excitement right to Sycamore & Oak, kicking off the celebration in true DC fashion.

🎄 Holiday Activities for Everyone
• Live Go-Go Bands
• Photos with Santa
• Toy Giveaways (while supplies last)
• Holiday Crafts & Activities
• Free Food (while supplies last)

Bring your family, your friends, and your holiday spirit for a festive day of music, community, and giving.

📍 Sycamore & Oak
1110 Oak Dr SE, Washington, DC 20032
SycamoreAndOak.com

Come celebrate the season with the heart of the community—and the heartbeat of the city: Go-Go.

Crate Convention: Small Business Saturday Edition
2025-11-29 12:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Go-Go Museum & Café, 1920 Martin Luther King Jr Ave SE Washington, DC 20020, Washington, DC, United States
The Crate Convention is back! Join DJ RBI for another afternoon full of live performances, exciting finds from local small businesses, and cultural exploration at The Go-Go Museum. Crate Convention is the perfect post thanksgiving/brunch/whatever you did over the holiday break stop. As we all gear up for the gift giving season, come check out vinyl, art, and mixtapes from DC’s thriving hip hop and rap community.

Make Go-Go 4EVA Youth Go-Go Band Showcase & Competition: Day 2 Tickets and Livestream
2025-11-22 18:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Go-Go Museum & Café, 1920 Martin Luther King Jr Ave SE Washington, DC 20020, Washington, DC, United States
Watch the livestream on YouTube
Become part of the future of Go-Go at this exciting youth showcase and competition! Young musicians will take the stage to perform and compete, with legendary figures from the Go-Go community judging and mentoring the bands. Their guidance will help these talented teens hone their skills and develop their own sound. Winners will receive an incredible opportunity: performing alongside the Chuck Brown Band at Go-Go Santa on December 6th at Sycamore and Oak.
Through this initiative, we’re fostering the next generation of Go-Go talent and working to create the next Go-Go Live phenomenon. Come support our youth as they carve out a vibrant future for this beloved genre!
Bands:
Pock3t
The Panther Funk Go-Go Band

Time: Saturday, November 22nd from 6:00 PM-8:00 PM
Location: The Go-Go Museum & Cafe
YouTube Livestream Link – https://www.youtube.com/live/rgzQG_1TMz4?si=g1Zqw9Hyn01qJYm_

Anacostia Volunteer Appreciation Party
2025-11-22 13:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Go-Go Museum & Café, 1920 Martin Luther King Jr Ave SE Washington, DC 20020, Washington, DC, United States
We are inviting anyone who likes to volunteer or who is interested in learning more about outdoor volunteer opportunities to come out to the Go-Go Museum & Cafe this Saturday, the 22nd, from 1 to 4 PM for an afternoon of live music, refreshments, volunteer appreciation, free posters, and the launch of a new initiative: The Anacostia River Outdoor Volunteer Trail. There will be 10+ different local environmental non-profit organizations in attendance sharing about the work they do in the community.

Make Go-Go 4EVA Youth Go-Go Band Showcase & Competition: Day 1 Tickets and Livestream
2025-11-21 20:30 - 22:00 (America/New_York) | Go-Go Museum & Café, 1920 Martin Luther King Jr Ave SE Washington, DC 20020, Washington, DC, United States
Watch the livestream on YouTube
Become part of the future of Go-Go at this exciting youth showcase and competition! Young musicians will take the stage to perform and compete, with legendary figures from the Go-Go community judging and mentoring the bands. Their guidance will help these talented teens hone their skills and develop their own sound. Winners will receive an incredible opportunity: performing alongside the Chuck Brown Band at Go-Go Santa on December 6th at Sycamore and Oak.
Through this initiative, we’re fostering the next generation of Go-Go talent and working to create the next Go-Go Live phenomenon. Come support our youth as they carve out a vibrant future for this beloved genre!
Bands:
Sounds of Youth Band
Soul of SEED Band

Time: Friday, November 21st from 8:30 PM-10:00 PM
Location: The Go-Go Museum & Cafe
YouTube Livestream Link – https://www.youtube.com/live/Ae7hrMHpcFQ?si=fjvzb1uKzIRUOekj

Taste the Diaspora
2025-11-18 18:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Go-Go Museum & Café, 1920 Martin Luther King Jr Ave SE Washington, DC 20020, Washington, DC, United States
Join Chef Angie for a culinary journey tracing the flavors of the African diaspora—from Africa to Brazil, the Caribbean, Cuba, and Mexico. Embark on a culinary journey with Chef Angie as she explores the flavors of the African diaspora. Experience complimentary tastings that weave together the rich culinary traditions of Africa, Brazil, the Caribbean, Cuba, and Mexico. This event is a delicious celebration of the shared roots and cultural connections that unite these diverse cuisines.

When Posters Mattered: A Conversation with Bob Cicero
2025-11-17 18:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Go-Go Museum & Café, 1920 Martin Luther King Jr Ave SE Washington, DC 20020, Washington, DC, United States
Kick off the week with a special discussion featuring Bob Cicero from the Globe Poster family. Discover the fascinating stories behind the iconic, colorful posters that promoted everything from Black Broadway to go-go music across the region. Learn how these vibrant works of art once filled Pepco poles and trees throughout the city—until changes in the law brought the practice to a close. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to view and celebrate these rare historic posters!

HEALTH AND WELLNESS --Go-Go Preservation Month
2025-11-11 08:00 - 17:00 UTC | DC

Ronald "Moe" Moten's Birthday Party
2025-11-07 18:30 - 21:30 UTC | Go-Go Museum & Café, 1920 Martin Luther King Jr Ave SE Washington, DC 20020, Washington, DC, United States
Celebrating his 30 years of advocacy for the city and culture!

You’re Invited!
A Celebration Honoring Ronald “Moe” Moten
Join the Go-Go Museum Family for a private celebration honoring our museum’s founder, Ronald “Moe” Moten, as we celebrate his birthday and 30 years of dedicated service in advocacy for the people, music, and culture of Washington, D.C.
The evening will be catered by the museum’s chef, Angela Bethea, and feature live go-go music and a DJ.

The Anacostia House Party
2025-10-24 21:00 - 2025-10-25 00:00 UTC | 1920 Martin Luther King Jr Ave SE, Washington, DC 20020, 1920 Martin Luther King Jr Ave SE, Washington, DC, 20020, United States
Join us for an exclusive “House Party” at the Go-Go Museum and Cafe hosted by “Play” from the movie, House Party, and the rap duo, Kid’ N Play. WPGC’s DJ Flexx will be spinning those 90s vibes and much more with a special guest. As you know, Kid’ N Play sampled many Go-Go beats into their music. We will be giving away a $250 prize to the best House Party outfit. Minimum donation $15.

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Go-Go Meets Hip-Hop Happy Hour at Downtown's Anthem Row
2025-10-24 17:30 - 20:30 UTC | 801 K Street NW, Washington, DC 20001, 801 K Street NW, Washington, DC 20001, Washington, DC, 20001, United States
The Go-Go Museum, The DowntownDC Bid, and The National Hip-Hop Museum present “The Go-Go Meets Hip-Hop Happy Hour” for the H.U. homecoming weekend kick-off at Anthem Row 801 K Street N.W. The event will take place on Friday, October 24 from 5:30 PM-8:30 PM. And it will be hosted by “Play” from the movie, House Party, and the rap duo ,Kid’ N Play. NYC’s and Kid N Play’s DJ Wiz will collaborate with DC’s WPGC DJ Flexx for a musical jam session showing how both genres sample each other’s hits, especially in the mid-80s and 90s. As you know, Kid’ N Play sampled many Go-Go beats into their music. This happy hour is a teaser for what’s to come at the 2026 Go-Go Awards at the Lincoln Theater. Still Familiar Band will close the show. Don’t miss all the free fun at this beautiful downtown landmark.
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Commanders vs. Cowboys Watch Party
2025-10-19 16:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Go-Go Museum & Café, 1920 Martin Luther King Jr Ave SE Washington, DC 20020, Washington, DC, United States
Watch the Commanders game on The Go-Go Museum’s jumbotron.

Join us at The Go-Go Museum & Café for the ultimate tailgate experience! On Sunday, October 19, come watch the Washington Commanders square off against the Dallas Cowboys on our Secret Garden jumbotron. During the game, our café and bar will be serving diaspora inspired food and DC-themed cocktails.
Music by DJ Supa Dan
Date: October 19, 2025
Time: 4:00 PM
Location: The Go-Go Museum & Café

The Unifest Revival 2025
2025-10-18 07:00 - 21:00 UTC | Go-Go Museum & Café, 1920 Martin Luther King Jr Ave SE Washington, DC 20020, Washington, DC, United States
Our beloved Unifest Returns!

Our beloved Unifest returns on Saturday, October 18. Join us for a day of food, fellowship, go-go, and gospel. The event will start at 7 AM at MLK & W Street SE. At 12 PM, visit The Go-Go Museum & Café and Anacostia ‘s many businesses for pop-ups and activations
Kick-off:
7 AM – 4 PM
MLK & W Street SE
Pop-ups & Activations:
12 PM – 9 PM
1920 Martin Luther King Jr Ave SE, Washington, DC 20020
And Anacostia businesses
Go-Go Museum Performances:
The Experience Band & Show at 3 PM
Still Familiar at 5 PM
Music by DJ Supa Dan
Special guest appearance by Kokamoe

Lighting Up Our Legacy Lantern Walk
2025-10-16 17:00 - 19:00 UTC | Go-Go Museum & Café, 1920 Martin Luther King Jr Ave SE Washington, DC 20020, Washington, DC, United States
Reviving the spirit of the Million Man March and Unifest.

LIGHT UP OUR LEGACY in Anacostia! In the spirit of the Million Man March and the return of Unifest, on Thursday, October 16, 2025, we walk the path our ancestors walked across the 11th Street Bridge into Anacostia and Barry Farms where they built their homes and communities.
📅 Thursday, October 16, 2025
🕔 Gather 5:00 PM | Walk begins 6:30 PM
📍 Meet at 12th & M Street SE (1201 M Street SE)
We are the ones to protect our past, present and future! Bring your family and community. LET’S LIGHT UP LEGACY!
Make your lantern at a community workshop near you—or create one at home and join us on October 16th!
Run of Show:
5:00 – 6:00 PM – Gathering at 11th & M Street
6:00 – 6:30 PM – Opening speeches (youth will perform)
6:30 PM – Lantern Walk begins
7:15 PM – Arrival at the church
7:30 PM – Youth performance at the church

DANCE - International Music Day (UNESCO)
2025-10-07 08:00 - 17:00 UTC | DC

The Globe Poster Story: A Conversation with Bob Cicero
2025-10-06 18:30 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Go-Go Museum & Café, 1920 Martin Luther King Jr Ave SE Washington, DC 20020, Washington, DC, United States
The Globe Poster Story: A Conversation with Bob Cicero
Learn about Globe Poster Printing, a family business whose colorful promotional posters were used to promote go-go and every form of music on the planet. Rare historic Globe Posters will be available for purchase at the event.
There will be an after party with The Experience Band & Show and Yella P. from Memphis who will be performing from 7:15 to 8:15 PM. We will also have Monday Night Football on the big screen and lantern making for the MMM Walk!
Date: October 6, 2025
Time: 6:30 PM
Location: The Go-Go Museum & Café

Sustaining The Beat | Annual Fundraiser
2025-10-04 14:00 - 18:00 UTC | Go-Go Museum & Café, 1920 Martin Luther King Jr Ave SE Washington, DC 20020, Washington, DC, United States
Sustaining The Beat
The Sustaining the Beat campaign is a critical fundraising effort to ensure the continued growth and sustainability of the Go-Go Museum & Café. This campaign will support the museum’s operational needs while enhancing its educational and community-focused programs.
$500,000 FUNDRAISER GOAL!!
The development campaign will officially kick off on October 4, 2025, with The Juke Joint: Put It in the Pocket, a lively fundraiser that will unite supporters while celebrating and amplifying Go-Go’s legacy in D.C. and around the world.
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Anacostia Family Friday
2025-10-03 18:00 - 22:00 (America/New_York) | Go-Go Museum & Café, 1920 Martin Luther King Jr Ave SE Washington, DC 20020, Washington, DC, United States
🎶✨ It’s Family Friday in Anacostia!
Bring the whole family out for an evening of music, culture, and community in the heart of the Anacostia Arts & Culture District. 💛
📅 Friday, October 3
🕕 6–10 PM
📍 Go-Go Museum & Café | 1920 Martin Luther King Jr. Ave SE
🎟 Admission is FREE for the community! Food & drinks will be available for purchase.
Presented in partnership with the Historic Anacostia Block Association.

ALC54 Clergy and Community Training
2025-09-26 13:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | Go-Go Museum & Café, 1920 Martin Luther King Jr Ave SE Washington, DC 20020, Washington, DC, United States
Join us this Friday at the Go-Go Museum & Café for an unforgettable Congressional Black Caucus weekend! Engage in meaningful conversations, empowering trainings, and inspiring leadership from some of the nation’s best. Let’s uplift our communities together!Friday, September 26th’s museum events include:Clergy and Community Training at 1 PMYouth Roundtable at 4:30 PMCommunity Roundtable at 6:30 PMLocation: The Go-Go Museum & Café

MoCo Go-Go Panel
2025-09-23 19:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Go-Go Museum & Café, 1920 Martin Luther King Jr Ave SE Washington, DC 20020, Washington, DC, United States
Come and listen to the people who shaped MoCo Go-Go into a scene, past and present.

The MoCo Go-Go has always had deep roots in the go-go scene for as long as there has been go-go. Join us for an informative discussion on its impact.
Moderated by Jill Greenleigh and TeeJ Smooth Dude
Panelists:
Bryan Mills
Mike T
Nathaniel “Bouncey” Lucas
Haywood Donerson
Drew Keys
Mr. Carter
Date: September 23, 2025
Time: 7:00 PM
Location: The Go-Go Museum & Café

GoGo & Cumbia - The Experience Band and Show Queens of Go-Go
2025-09-14 16:00 - 20:00 UTC | Anthem Row 800K St NW, Anthem Row (800 K ST NW), United States
DowntownDC BID and GoGo Museum & Cafe present
GoGo & Cumbia
Date: September 14, 2025
Time: 4PM – 8PM
Venue: Anthem Row (800 K ST NW)
Yeison Landero
Sabrosonicos
Live Music and Jam Sessions Featuring Members of All Groups
+ The Legendary DJ Kool lightening up the evening

Canelo vs. Crawford Watch Party
2025-09-13 20:00 - 23:00 (America/New_York) | Go-Go Museum & Café, 1920 Martin Luther King Jr Ave SE Washington, DC 20020, Washington, DC, United States
Watch the fight on the Go-Go Museum’s outdoor jumbo screen.

Join us at the Go-Go Museum & Café for the Canelo vs. Crawford fight on Saturday, September 13th. The fight will be shown on our Secret Garden Bar jumbo screen! The watch party will include music as well as food and drinks from our café.
Date: September 13, 2025
Time: 8:00 PM
Location: The Go-Go Museum & Café

Gogo X Cumbia Remix & Live VIP Recording
2025-09-13 18:00 - 21:00 UTC | Go-Go Museum & Café, 1920 Martin Luther King Jr Ave SE Washington, DC 20020, Washington, DC, United States
Gogo X Cumbia Remix & Live VIP Recording!
With DJ Super Dan
Canelo vs Crawford Fight Party
On Secret Garden Jumbo Screen!
Date: Saturday September 13th 2025
Time: 6:00PM
Venue: 1920 Martin Luther King JR Ave. Se DC 20020

Thursday Night Football Jumbo Screen Watch Party
2025-09-11 20:00 - 23:00 (America/New_York) | Go-Go Museum & Café, 1920 Martin Luther King Jr Ave SE Washington, DC 20020, Washington, DC, United States
Watch the Commanders game on the Go-Go Museum’s outdoor jumbo screen.

Join us at the Go-Go Museum & Café for Thursday Night Football! Come watch the Washington Commanders square off against the Green Bay Packers on our Secret Garden jumbo screen.
The watch party will be hosted by the one and only Anwan “Big G” Glover with music by DJ 808 and J’TA. The café will be hosting Happy Hour at 6 PM. Enjoy DC-themed cocktails and diaspora inspired food before and during the game.
Date: September 11, 2025
Time: 8:00 PM
Location: The Go-Go Museum & Café

FOUNDING FATHERS OF GO-GO
2025-09-09 08:00 - 17:00 UTC | DC

Women's Equality Day 2025
2025-08-27 18:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Go-Go Museum & Café, 1920 Martin Luther King Jr Ave SE Washington, DC 20020, Washington, DC, United States
✨ Celebrate Women’s Equality Day 2025 ✨
Join Mayor Muriel Bowser, the Mayor’s Office on Women’s Policy & Initiatives (MOWPI), and the DC Commission for Women as we honor and uplift women in our community. 💜
📅 Wednesday, August 27
📍 Go-Go Museum | 1920 Martin Luther King Ave SE
🕕 6 PM
Attendees are encouraged to wear yellow or white to show your support for Women’s Equality! 🌼🤍

About Our Businesses Press Conference & Midday/Eve Concerts
2025-08-26 11:30 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Go-Go Museum & Café, 1920 Martin Luther King Jr Ave SE Washington, DC 20020, Washington, DC, United States
Come learn about our businesses at the press conference, then enjoy some midday and evening concerts – it’s going to be a blast!

Welcome to the About Our Businesses Press Conference & Midday/Eve Concerts! Join us at the Go-Go Museum & Cafe for an exciting day filled with a insightful call for importance more than ever to support our local small businesses and resturants during concerning times occuring in the city we love so much. Our press conference will have special remarks by community leaders and At Large Councilmember Kenyan Mcduffie highlighting the success stories of various local businesses and what these investments mean to our community followed by midday and evening concerts featuring talented Experince Band and Show . Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to network, learn, and enjoy great music in a vibrant setting as we unite to save the soul of our city.See you there as the Museum will and Anacostia business coridor will be a vibe all day!!

Can't Steal Our Joy Concert and Campaign Kick-Off
2025-08-18 17:30 - 22:00 (America/New_York) | Go-Go Museum & Café, 1920 Martin Luther King Jr Ave SE Washington, DC 20020, Washington, DC, United States
Come join us for a night of music, fun, and empowerment as we kick off our campaign to spread joy and positivity!

Welcome to the Can’t Steal Our Joy Concert and Campaign Kick-Off Feat. Sirius Company Band! Join us at the Go-Go Museum & Cafe for a night of music, fun, and activism. Let’s come together to spread positivity and fight against injustice. This in-person event will be a celebration of resilience and unity. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to make a difference while enjoying great music and company. See you there!

BJ Simmons "Trapped In" Official Listening Party
2025-08-15 19:30 - 21:30 UTC | Go-Go Museum & Café, 1920 Martin Luther King Jr Ave SE Washington, DC 20020, Washington, DC, United States
ALL AGES

Join us for BJ Simmons’ “Trapped In” Official Listening Party and get ready to vibe to his latest tracks all throughout the night! Doors at 6:30pm
BJ Simmons “Trapped In” Official Listening Party
Come join us at the Go-Go Museum & Cafe for an exclusive listening party for BJ Simmons’ latest album, “Trapped In.” Get a first listen to the tracks, meet fellow fans, and enjoy a night filled with good music and great vibes. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to immerse yourself in the sounds of BJ Simmons in person. See you there!

Go-Go Museum Takes Queens of Go-Go & All-Stars to Baltimores Jazzy Summer Nights
2025-08-07 17:00 - 19:00 UTC | Go-Go Museum & Café, 1920 Martin Luther King Jr Ave SE Washington, DC 20020, Washington, DC, United States
Don’t miss all of the beltway love as DC and Baltimore celebrate Black August as the sister cities unite for a evening of elegance with a host of stars.
Feat: The Go-Go Museum All-Stars and Queens of Go-Go Live In Living Color @ Baltimore Hopkins Plaza
Click here to get tickets while they last
Click here to see Queens of Go-Go practice at the Go-G0 Museum
Click here to see “Jazzy Summer Nights” promo
GO-GO MUSEUM ALL-STARS and Queens of GO-GO HEADLINE JAZZY SUMMER NIGHTS
AUGUST 7 The Farewell Season Continues to Shine with Soul, Safety & Culture at Hopkins Plaza
Baltimore, MD – Jazzy Summer Nights (JSN) Season 25 continues on Thursday, Aug. 7 with a high-energy performance from the Queens of Go-Go, featuring the Go-Go Museum All-Stars, LIVE at Hopkins Plaza. Adding to the excitement are legendary special guests, Big G, Weensy (Backyard Band), and TRÉ– bringing even more star power to this unforgettable night uniting the beltway.
This special edition of the series celebrates the vibrant cultural exchange between DC and Baltimore—spotlighting the unmistakable sound and energy of Go-Go music. With deep roots in DC, and a growing influence across the region, Go-Go takes center stage at Hopkins Plaza. Hosted by “
Vibe Creator” April Watts, the evening promises an unforgettable celebration of rhythm, movement, and community—driven by the vision of LaRian Finney and Derrick Chase.
Now in its Farewell Season, JSN continues to draw thousands downtown each month, creating a positive ripple effect for Baltimore’s creative economy and reaffirming its role as a model for safe, inclusive, and community-centered cultural programming.
WHAT TO EXPECT
● Live music by the Go-Go Museum All-Stars – Powerhouse band repping the legendary DMV sound
● DJ sets by Farrah Flosscett and DJ Tanz
● Hosted by media personality April Watts
● Local food trucks, vendors, and sponsor activations
● A vibrant, safe and welcoming environment
EVENT DETAILS
Hopkins Plaza Downtown Baltimore Queens of Go-Go, feat. Go-Go Museum All-Stars
Thursday, Aug. 7 | Doors 5 p.m. | Show 7:15 p.m.
PROMO | Graphic + Photos
JSN is presented by The Finn Group (TFG) in partnership with Downtown Partnership of Baltimore, The City of Baltimore, and generous sponsors including Hennessy – Mana Supply, Sagamore Spirit, Corenic Construction, and Coke Consolidated.
With only TWO SHOWS LEFT in this historic farewell season, we invite media, partners, and the public to join us in celebrating 25 years of music, culture, connection, and legacy.
ABOUT JAZZY SUMMER NIGHTS:
Launched 25 years ago, Jazzy Summer Nights has become one of Baltimore’s signature cultural events — showcasing national talent, uplifting local artists, and creating a vibrant community space through soul, jazz, and Baltimore pride. Each First Thursday through October, Hopkins Plaza transforms into a lively outdoor festival with food trucks, local vendors, sponsor lounges, and unforgettable live performances.
Don’t miss this final season — Meet Us At Jazzy!
Media Contact: Ritza Yana | ritzayana@ryink.co
