Join us at Busboys and Poets 14th & V on June 14 for a special livestream watch party of Rise Up, Sing Out: A Concert for the First Amendment.   Featuring performances and appearances by Rufus Wainwright, Bette Midler, Patti Smith, Sasha Allen, Joy Reid, and Jane Fonda — with more to come! This community watch party is free (more…)

An old time music jam at Busboys and Poets! Open to all skill levels and instruments. Open to all skill levels and instruments. The jam usually starts with a 30 minute slow jam.When: 3rd Wednesday of each month. Slow jam from 7:30 – 8, then fast jam until 9:45Please come with whatever you play!Free and (more…)

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Heaven 600 Gospel Brunch Summer Series comes to Busboys and Poets Columbia for an unforgettable afternoon of faith, fellowship, and fantastic food.Join us on Saturday, June 20, from 12 PM – 2 PM for a lively Gospel Brunch featuring an all-you-can-eat buffet, powerful live gospel performances, and music from DJ Craig C. Hosted by Maurette Brown (more…)

 Marcus Johnson LIVE at Busboys and Poets Shirlington – 7:00 PM   Two intimate FLO jazz showsEase into your Saturday evening with smooth jazz, elevated vibes, and intentional connection at Busboys & Poets Shirlington. Join Billboard-charting pianist Marcus Johnson for a special two-show FLO Experience—an intimate live music event designed to help you unwind, reset, and feel (more…)

Summer Soul & Sunset FLO with Marcus Johnson — live jazz, summer vibes, cocktails & escape at Busboys Shirlington June 26.Step into an evening of rhythm, romance, connection, and pure summer energy as Billboard chart-topping jazz artist Marcus Johnson brings his signature FLO vibe to the Robeson Room at Busboys and Poets Shirlington.This isn’t just (more…)

DBKS Line Dance SocialCome on out to the DBKS  Line Dance Social ! This in-person event is the perfect opportunity to showcase your Boots on the Ground dance moves and have a great time with fellow line dance enthusiasts.Time: 5:00 PMLocation: Busboy and Poets 6251 Mango Tree Road, Columbia, MD 21044Whether you’re a beginner or (more…)

After a 15year hiatus Amanda Seales has returned to her musical roots.Updating her former moniker, Amanda Diva with 2.0, she has also updated her skillset adding production to her trademark jazzy vocals, and insightful lyricism. Sonically this project is as much a call to arms as a balm to the nervous system, blending up tempo (more…)

Catch some of the coolest Improv troupes around as they work their magic on our stage. Dinner and a Show at the incredible Busboys Takoma.What happens when four dynamic improv groups converge for a night of unscripted brilliance? You get Improv-aganza! Join us at Busboys and Poets Takoma for an electrifying evening of improv comedy (more…)

Summer Soul & Sunset FLO with Marcus Johnson — live jazz, summer vibes, cocktails & escape at Busboys Shirlington June 26.Step into an evening of rhythm, romance, connection, and pure summer energy as Billboard chart-topping jazz artist Marcus Johnson brings his signature FLO vibe to the Robeson Room at Busboys and Poets Shirlington.This isn’t just (more…)

Summer Soul & Sunset FLO with Marcus Johnson — live jazz, summer vibes, cocktails & escape at Busboys Shirlington June 26.Step into an evening of rhythm, romance, connection, and pure summer energy as Billboard chart-topping jazz artist Marcus Johnson brings his signature FLO vibe to the Robeson Room at Busboys and Poets Shirlington.This isn’t just (more…)

New comedians on the scene – and they are ready to make you laugh. Give them a warm welcome – it’s new faces night!Get ready to make some new friends and LAUGH! It’s a night of New Faces in Comedy where we invite comedians new to the scene or new to Improbable Comedy to come (more…)