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Future Icons Ball


  • Jun 26, 2026
    2:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Future Icons Ball is a Youth Pride Ball. It is a celebration of queer youth creativity, joy, performance, fashion, and self-expression rooted in the legacy of ballroom culture. The event creates an affirming, substance-free environment where young people can safely gather, compete, perform, build community, and experience belonging during Pride season. RSVP HERE (more…)

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Marcus Johnson in Concert


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    Jun 26, 2026
    5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

 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…)

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Psychic Intrusions and Psychic Militancy in Times of Genocide | Busboys and Poets Books


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    Jun 26, 2026
    6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Join us for a conversation with Lara Sheehi, Ed Hasan and helen DeVinneyThis conversation will engage Lara Sheehi’s new book, From the Clinic to the Streets: Psychoanalysis for Revolutionary Futures (Pluto, 2026), discussing the ways in which we are under a constant political project of psychological warfare. Arguing for the despecialization of psychoanalytic theory and practice, (more…)

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Live! from Busboys Hosted by MalPractice


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    Jun 26, 2026
    8:00 pm - 10:00 pm

A Busboys and Poets in-house series. LIVE! from Busboys is an open mic that offers a platform for all performers, not just poets. Whether you are a musician, comedian, dancer, actor, magician or any other type of performer, we want to see what you got! Come out and showcase your talents!The sign-up list to perform (more…)

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Pajama Jammie Jam Poetry Slam hosted by Simply Sherri


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    Jun 26, 2026
    8:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Busboys and Poets and Simply Poetic present the Pajama Jammie Jam Poetry Slam!The Pajama Jammie Jam is a love/erotica-themed slam, for everyone from professionals to novices, hosted by Simply Sherri!$100.00 cash prize.There will be THREE themed rounds of poetry:Round 1: Cupid Ain’t Sh*t!Round 2: Love is Grand! (Love Poem)Round 3: Freak Me, Baby! (Erotic Round)Cuts (more…)

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ASL Open Mic Night hosted by Wade Green


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    Jun 26, 2026
    9:00 pm - 11:00 pm

ASL (American Sign Language) OPEN MIC PRESENTS:On this night, American sign language users and viewers from all corners of life will come together to recite a poem, song, short skit or jokes. Come out and enjoy the wonderful environment while you eat, get your drink on and socialize. Great for those learning American sign language.HOST: (more…)

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Friday Night Open Mic hosted by Casey Catherine Moore


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    Jun 26, 2026
    9:00 pm - 11:00 pm

A Busboys and Poetry Event hosted this week by Casey Catherine MooreA Busboys and Poetry Event hosted this week by Casey Catherine MooreCasey Catherine Moore (she/her) is a bisexual, bipolar poet, writer, educator, and activist. She holds a Ph.D. from the University of South Carolina in Comparative Literature with a focus on Latin poetry, invective, (more…)

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The Gentlemen’s Table


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    Jun 27, 2026
    11:00 am - 2:00 pm

Every man has a story. Every man deserves a seat at the table. Join the conversation (more…)

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Jyna Maeng Presents: Queen of Whispers – A Book Release and Reading


  • Jun 27, 2026
    4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

The Romantic Fantasy Finale to A Kingdom of Whispers where a new Queen struggles to keep her power, her sanity and her love in a world where Whisper magic separates the poor from the rich and the happy from the suffering. The dark feels so enticing but to save the people she loves most she (more…)

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4th Saturday Slam! | Anacostia | hosted by Black Chakra


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    Jun 27, 2026
    7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Join us for our 4th Saturday SLAM! at Busboys and Poets The 4th Saturday Slam provides an opportunity for poetry lovers to enjoy the competitive art of late-night performance poetry! Enjoy several rounds of competitive poetry by amateurs and professionals, with the audience choosing a winner. Cash Prize! Come join us for an alternative way to (more…)

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4th Saturdays – Open Mic Experience


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    Jun 27, 2026
    9:00 pm - 11:00 pm

A space to give authentic voices a place to perform, connect, and grow through community and live expression.Join Us for 4TH Saturdays! Hosted by 44Nige 4TH Saturdays creates an atmosphere centered around creativity, expression, and connection. Every event features live performances from local artists, spoken word poets, musicians, and storytellers in an intimate and welcoming environment.Whether (more…)

ACTOR Good

A.C.T.O.R.


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    Jun 28, 2026
    5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Let’s Keep Talking!ACTOR (A Continuing Talk on Race) —A.C.T.O.R. (A Continuing Talk on Race) is a public discussion series. It provides the opportunity for people to come together and speak openly and honestly about issues of race, class and culture. The intent is that each person walks away from the discussion feeling something: challenged, educated, uncomfortable, (more…)