Visiting Black Cat: what to know before you go
1811 14th St, Washington, DC 20009, United States
Black Cat is a nightclub in Washington, open since 1993.
Most dates fall on Saturday and Wednesday.
The busiest month ahead is November 2026, with 7 dates.
2 public transport stops are within walking distance (Metro / subway); the nearest is U Street African-Amer Civil War Memorial Cardozo Metro Station, 340 m away.

Key facts
- Type of venue
- Nightclub
- Opened
- 1993
- Address
- 1811 14th St, Washington, DC 20009, United States
- Upcoming events
- 16
- Busiest days
- Saturday, Wednesday
Black Cat, month by month
- October 20261 date, including EIGHTIES MAYHEM - 80's Halloween Dance Party
- November 20267 dates, including Deerhoof, Chat Pile w/ Soul Glo and Protomartyr
- December 20264 dates, including Miniature Tigers, Friendship & Charlotte Cornfield with more eaze and The Bouncing Souls
- February 20272 dates, including Mortified and Fake Names
- April 20271 date, including Iceage
Ticket prices
What the programme holds: Concerts (15) and Plays & Musicals (1).
Arriving by public transport
- U Street African-Amer Civil War Memorial Cardozo Metro StationMetro / subway340 m
4 min walk - Shaw-Howard U Metro StationMetro / subway840 m
10 min walk
Arriving by car
1 car park within walking distance; the nearest is 450 m from the venue.
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Black Cat: practical questions
When did Black Cat open?
Black Cat opened in 1993.
What is the nearest stop to Black Cat?
U Street African-Amer Civil War Memorial Cardozo Metro Station (Metro / subway), 340 m away – about 4 min on foot.
Can I park near Black Cat?
Yes, 1 car park is mapped nearby, the closest 450 m away.
What kind of events does Black Cat host?
Upcoming dates by category: Concerts (15) and Plays & Musicals (1).
Which month has the most events at Black Cat?
November 2026, with 7 dates, including Deerhoof and Chat Pile w/ Soul Glo.
Which other venues are close to Black Cat?
9:30 Club (780 m), The Atlantis (900 m), The Howard Theatre (920 m) and Lincoln Theatre (390 m).
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