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The Fridge Art Gallery Is Back on Barracks Row!
Art lovers, welcome back— The Fridge is open again! After a pause, this beloved Barracks Row art gallery has returned, bringing fresh creative energy to 8th Street SE. Known for showcasing bold, community-rooted exhibitions and emerging voices, The Fridge has long been a place where Capitol Hill comes to experience art that feels alive, local, and unexpected. Whether you’re a longtime fan or discovering it for the first time, now’s the perfect moment to stop in, see what’s o

Barracks Row Main Street
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Coming Soon to Barracks Row: CIVIC. on Eight
A new kind of neighborhood gathering space is on the way to 8th Street SE. CIVIC. on Eight is coming soon, bringing a fresh, welcoming concept built around one powerful idea: WE ARE THE INTERSECTION—where culture and community meet. From morning coffee runs to evening cocktails, CIVIC. is designed as a true neighborhood salon—a place for connection, conversation, and creativity. Woman-owned and locally operated , CIVIC. honors the legacy of Barracks Row while helping shape w

Barracks Row Main Street
4 days ago1 min read


Awakening Bar & Grill Is Now Open on Barracks Row!
There’s a new spot bringing fresh energy—and true DC flavor—to the corridor. Awakening Bar & Grill is officially now open at 520 8th St SE, Washington, DC 20003 , and they’re ready to welcome the neighborhood. When you step into Awakening Bar & Grill, you’ll experience the true taste of Washington, DC, where every dish and drink tells a story of the city we call home. This local restaurant is dedicated to serving authentic flavors inspired by the heart, soul, and culture of t

Barracks Row Main Street
4 days ago1 min read


Together We Dine Every Bite Builds a Stronger DMV October 1st-31st, 2025, DC. MD. VA.
Breaking bread, sharing sushi, trading tacos, passing pasta – whatever culinary customs tickle your tastebuds, something special happens...

Barracks Row Main Street
Oct 81 min read


Little District Books is moving on Oct. 6th!
We've said goodbye to our Barracks Row home of three years and are currently closed for a short time while we move! We're reopening in an...

Barracks Row Main Street
Oct 81 min read


Star Wars Weekend on Barracks Row was a Galactic Success
A Weekend of Intergalactic Celebration! Barracks Row Main Street hosted the highly anticipated Star Wars Weekend on 8th Street SE from...

Barracks Row Main Street
May 162 min read


Star Wars Pop-Up Bar Coming to Barracks Row for Star Wars Weekend!
📅 May 2nd & May 3rd 2025 📍 Lola's - 711 8th St SE, Washington, DC 20003 📍 8th Street SE, Barracks Row – Washington, D.C. May the...

Barracks Row Main Street
Mar 261 min read


James Beard Awards® 2025 Restaurant and Chef Award semifinalists
Outstanding Restaurateur - Scott Drewno and Danny Lee, The Fried Rice Collective (Anju, Chiko, and I Egg You), Washington, D.C....

Barracks Row Main Street
Mar 171 min read


Interactive Business Courses – Learn on Your Time by Accion Opportunity Fund
As a busy entrepreneur, finding time to develop new skills can be challenging. That’s why Accion Opportunity Fund has designed short,...

Barracks Row Main Street
Feb 271 min read


Tour Del Taco DC
Are your tastebuds ready for this taco trail across DC? From March 1 to March 31, join District Bridges for a celebration of our...

Barracks Row Main Street
Feb 271 min read


Empire Racquet is Coming Soon to Barracks Row!
Get ready for a new era of sports and recreation on Barracks Row! We’re excited to announce that Empire Racquet is coming soon to 8th...

Barracks Row Main Street
Feb 271 min read


Better Together Gift Card Exchange, Small Business Owners Unite for the 3rd Year in a Row on Capitol Hill
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Kathleen Donahue Owner, Labyrinth Games & Puzzles 202.544.1059 Team@LabyrinthDC.com...

Barracks Row Main Street
Nov 1, 20243 min read


CameraConnect DC Program
CameraConnect DC , the Metropolitan Police Department’s new community camera sharing program, gives residents, business owners,...

Barracks Row Main Street
Nov 1, 20244 min read


SWAG Works Studio Gallery: Where Art, Education, and Community Unite
In October 2012, Lisa Greene-Clarke, affectionately known as Mona Lee, founded SWAG Works DC with a vision to provide art education and...

Barracks Row Main Street
Sep 17, 20242 min read


Now Open - The Joint Chiropractic on Barracks Row
We are thrilled to announce the opening of The Joint Chiropractic on Barracks Row! As part of our commitment to enhancing health and...

Barracks Row Main Street
Jul 9, 20241 min read


Guinness World Record Attempt for Barracks Row Main Street: A Good Effort but a Miss
Barracks Row Main Street recently aimed for the stars with an ambitious attempt to set a Guinness World Record for the Largest Human Ice...

Barracks Row Main Street
Jul 5, 20242 min read


Omakase @ Barracks Row Named "One of the Best Sushi Restaurants in DC" by Washingtonian Magazine
We are beyond thrilled to announce that Omakase @ Barracks Row has been recognized as "One of the Best Sushi Restaurants in DC" by the...

Barracks Row Main Street
May 15, 20241 min read


🎥 Barracks Row Main Street Lights Up Good Morning Washington! 🌟
🎥 Barracks Row Main Street Lights Up Good Morning Washington! 🌟 We were thrilled to share the magic of Barracks Row Main Street with...

Barracks Row Main Street
May 10, 20241 min read


Star Wars Weekend: A Galactic Success!
🎉 Star Wars Weekend: A Galactic Success! 🌟 Thank you to everyone who joined us for an out-of-this-world celebration during Star Wars...

Barracks Row Main Street
May 10, 20241 min read


JAB WE MET Indian Kitchen Now Open
https://www.jabwemetindiankitchen.com/ At JAB WE MET Indian Kitchen, we bring you authentic and flavorful made with love and passion. Our...

Barracks Row Main Street
May 9, 20241 min read
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