Events
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Lighting Up Our Legacy Lantern Walk
Go-Go Museum & Café 1920 Martin Luther King Jr Ave SE Washington, DC 20020, Washington, DC, United StatesReviving 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 […]
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The Unifest Revival 2025
Go-Go Museum & Café 1920 Martin Luther King Jr Ave SE Washington, DC 20020, Washington, DC, United StatesOur 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 […]
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Commanders vs. Cowboys Watch Party
Go-Go Museum & Café 1920 Martin Luther King Jr Ave SE Washington, DC 20020, Washington, DC, United StatesWatch 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 […]
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Go-Go Meets Hip-Hop Happy Hour at Downtown’s Anthem Row
801 K Street NW, Washington, DC 20001 801 K Street NW, Washington, DC 20001, Washington, DC, United StatesThe 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 […]
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The Anacostia House Party
1920 Martin Luther King Jr Ave SE, Washington, DC 20020 1920 Martin Luther King Jr Ave SE, Washington, DC, United StatesJoin 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 […]
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Ronald “Moe” Moten’s Birthday Party
Go-Go Museum & Café 1920 Martin Luther King Jr Ave SE Washington, DC 20020, Washington, DC, United StatesCelebrating his 30 years of advocacy for the city and culture!
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When Posters Mattered: A Conversation with Bob Cicero
Go-Go Museum & Café 1920 Martin Luther King Jr Ave SE Washington, DC 20020, Washington, DC, United StatesKick 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 […]
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Taste the Diaspora
Go-Go Museum & Café 1920 Martin Luther King Jr Ave SE Washington, DC 20020, Washington, DC, United StatesJoin 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, […]
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Make Go-Go 4EVA Youth Go-Go Band Showcase & Competition: Day 1 Tickets and Livestream
Go-Go Museum & Café 1920 Martin Luther King Jr Ave SE Washington, DC 20020, Washington, DC, United StatesWatch 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. […]
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Anacostia Volunteer Appreciation Party
Go-Go Museum & Café 1920 Martin Luther King Jr Ave SE Washington, DC 20020, Washington, DC, United StatesWe 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: […]