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Artist Meet And Greet

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    Mar 24, 2026
    6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Join us for an evening celebrating creativity, conversation, and community at Art @ Busboys and Poets. Meet the artists behind the work, explore a diverse range of styles and stories, and engage directly with creators whose art reflects personal journeys, cultural expression, and imaginative worlds.This relaxed meet-and-greet offers the chance to view the artwork up (more…)

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POSTPONED | ASL Open Mic Night hosted by Marcus J Smith

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    Mar 13, 2026
    9:00 pm - 11:00 pm

Tonight’s ASL Open Mic has been canceled due to unforeseen circumstances. Please join us next month (more…)

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Marcus Johnson in Concert

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    Mar 15, 2026
    5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

 Marcus Johnson LIVE at Busboys and Poets Columbia (more…)

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Marcus Johnson in Concert

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    Mar 15, 2026
    2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

 Marcus Johnson LIVE at Busboys and Poets Columbia (more…)

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Thursday Night Open Mic hosted by E-Baby

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    Feb 19, 2026
    8:00 pm - 10:00 pm

A Busboys and Poetry Event hosted this week by E-babyEric “E-Baby” Smith began writing poetry in July 2000; since then, he’s opened for R&B artists Musiq Soul Child, Me’Shell N’degeOcello, & Lyfe Jennings to name a few. After joining Jus Wiggin Entertainment in 2002 [agent: Tracy Wiggs], his “1 Poet Poetical Tour” reached over 150 (more…)

Black Ass Comedy Promo

Another Black A** Comedy Show

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    Feb 7, 2026
    7:00 pm - 10:00 pm

DC, get ready to laugh! The Black Ass Comedy Show is coming back to town for a night of pure, unfiltered hilarity!Join us at Busboys and Poets in Washington, DC on Saturday, February 7, 2025. Doors open at 7:00 PM and the show kicks off at 8:00 PM.Food and drinks are available for purchase at (more…)

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Closed Due to the Weather

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  • Jan 26, 2026
    8:00 am - 9:00 pm

All Busboys and Poets locations are closed today due to icy conditions from last night.If you’re snowed in, we hope you can stay cozy and enjoy a good book. We expect to reopen tomorrow, Tuesday, January 27, during regular hours, and look forward to welcoming you back with hot coffee and good food. (more…)

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Marcus Johnson in Concert (Dinner Set)

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    Jan 18, 2026
    6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Join Billboard-ranked jazz pianist Marcus Johnson for an unforgettable Midday Jazz Brunch at Busboys and Poets – Takoma. Let the smooth sounds of live jazz set the tone for your Saturday as you sip FLO Wine and savor brunch in one of D.C.’s most soulful spaces.Whether you’re a longtime fan or discovering Marcus for the (more…)

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Marcus Johnson in Concert (Brunch Set)

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    Jan 18, 2026
    12:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Join Billboard-ranked jazz pianist Marcus Johnson for an unforgettable Midday Jazz Brunch at Busboys and Poets – Takoma. Let the smooth sounds of live jazz set the tone for your Saturday as you sip FLO Wine and savor brunch in one of D.C.’s most soulful spaces.Whether you’re a longtime fan or discovering Marcus for the (more…)

Black Ass Comedy Promo

Another Black A** Comedy Show

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    Jan 17, 2026
    6:30 pm - 9:30 pm

DC, get ready to laugh! The Black Ass Comedy Show is coming back to town for a night of pure, unfiltered hilarity!Join us at Busboys and Poets in Washington, DC on Saturday, November 8, 2025. Doors open at 7:00 PM and the show kicks off at 8:00 PM.Food and drinks are available for purchase at (more…)

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Thursday Night Open Mic hosted by Da Truth


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    Dec 10, 2026
    8:00 pm - 10:00 pm

A Busboys and Poetry Event hosted this week by Da TruthThe equation Situation – Lie +(facts×Reason)= Da Truth. A spoken word artist who is widely known on Baltimore’s poetry scene. This Baltimore native has graciously shifted around the east coast projecting pieces that pierce the minds of her listeners. With powerful wordplay, straight talk and (more…)

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Holding Israel Accountable: Craig Mokhiber and Noura Erakat in Conversation with Katie Halper

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    Dec 7, 2025
    5:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Join us for a thought-provoking conversation featuring former UN official Craig Mokhiber and human rights attorney and scholar Noura Erakat exploring the legal, political, and moral frameworks for holding Israel accountable for the ongoing genocide in Gaza. The talk will be moderated Katie Halper, host of the podcast The Katie Halper Show and co-host of the podcast Useful (more…)