The Go-Go Museum

The Go-Go Museum The official site for the appreciation and study of Go-Go, Washington DC’s Brand of Funk Music.
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Join award-winning singer-songwriter Somalia for an immersive sound bath and live music experience.The Golden Hour Sound...
06/19/2026

Join award-winning singer-songwriter Somalia for an immersive sound bath and live music experience.

The Golden Hour Sound Experience apart of the The Love Conquers All Tour, was created to feel like a soft place to land through a guided sound bath led by a local sound bath practitioner in each city, followed by an intimate live performance by Somalia. Bring a blanket, your favorite pillow, or something that makes you feel soft and cozy.

Time: Friday, July 24th, 7:00 PM - 9:30 PM
Location: The Go-Go Museum & Café

Eventbrite Link - https://www.eventbrite.com/e/love-conquers-all-tour-by-somalia-washington-dc-tickets-1990140632204?aff=erellivmlt

🔥🍲 MUMBO VS. GUMBO 🍲🔥As part of SOAK Anniversary Week 2026, we’re teaming up with Don’t Mute DC and the Go-Go Museum to ...
06/19/2026

🔥🍲 MUMBO VS. GUMBO 🍲🔥

As part of SOAK Anniversary Week 2026, we’re teaming up with Don’t Mute DC and the Go-Go Museum to bring you one of the most anticipated celebrations of culture, community, and Go-Go music!

Hosted by some of the DMV’s favorite personalities:�🎤 Tob Chris�🎤 Kimise Lee�🎤 Pedro�🎤 KK�🎤 Lou�🎤 Big Sixx�🎤 J’Ta�🎤 Delvin�🎤 Kee-Kee

And featuring an electrifying performance by the A-Team featuring the Go-Go All Stars!

📅 Friday, June 19, 2026�⏰ 5 PM�📍 Sycamore & Oak�1110 Oak Drive SE, Washington, DC

🎟️ FREE EVENT
Whether you’re Team Mumbo or Team Gumbo, this is more than a party—it’s a celebration of DC’s official music, the people who keep the culture alive, and the community that continues to move it forward.

Event Info - https://www.sycamoreandoak.com/event-list/homecoming-the-anniversary

The National Museum of American History is partnering with The Go-Go Museum to teach you how to Beat Ya Feet! This high-...
06/19/2026

The National Museum of American History is partnering with The Go-Go Museum to teach you how to Beat Ya Feet! This high-energy, footwork-driven dance form, developed in Southeast DC in the 1990s by Marvin “Slush” Taylor, is grounded in the rhythm of go-go music and inspired by its energy. Learn some steps and practice your moves with a performance by up-and-coming band Next Gen Krank.

Friday, June 19
Beat Ya Feet Dance workshop and go-go performance
4:00 p.m. workshop; 5:00–7:00 p.m. performance

Coulter Performance Plaza at The Smithsonian National Museum of American History

Eventbrite Link - https://www.eventbrite.com/e/independance-beat-ya-feat-workshop-and-go-go-performance-tickets-1990798051563

🚩 AfroBrazil is bringing something SPECIAL 🚩We’re celebrating cultures from across the diaspora with our Rep Your Flag E...
06/18/2026

🚩 AfroBrazil is bringing something SPECIAL 🚩

We’re celebrating cultures from across the diaspora with our Rep Your Flag Edition, where African, Brazilian, Latin, and Caribbean rhythms collide into one unforgettable class. 🌍🇧🇷🔥

WEAR YOUR FLAG . Dance your roots. Feel the energy.

📅 June 26th
📍 The Go-Go Museum & Café
🚪 Doors 12:30 PM | Class 1:00 – 2:00 PM
🎟️ TICKETED

Spots are limited. Grab yours before it’s gone. 👀

TAG someone who needs to be there! 👇🏾

Confiança? Sempre! ✨

Eventbrite Link - https://www.eventbrite.com/e/rep-your-flag-afrobrazil-dance-class-edition-tickets-1992136624270?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=wsa&aff=ebdsshwebmobile&utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio

We are excited to bring the Mobile Go-Go Museum to the 2026 Capital Pride Parade! Don’t miss The Experience Band & Show’...
06/18/2026

We are excited to bring the Mobile Go-Go Museum to the 2026 Capital Pride Parade! Don’t miss The Experience Band & Show’s live performance on the bus.

We are proud to participate in this year’s parade with our official sponsor, McDonald’s.

Date: Saturday, June 20th
Stepping Off Time: 3 PM
Starting Point: 14th Street and T Street NW

The waterfront is about to move to a Go-Go beat.Soul on the Water kicks off with Go-Go Night featuring Black Alley, Back...
06/05/2026

The waterfront is about to move to a Go-Go beat.

Soul on the Water kicks off with Go-Go Night featuring Black Alley, Backyard Band and Hue.

Curated in partnership with the Go-Go Museum.

July 16 | Pier Six Pavilion

Tickets on sale now:

bit.ly/PSpSOTWGoGoNight

Where the music meets the water.

Join us again for Go-Go Karaoke at The Go-Go Museum & Café. Sing your favorite go-go hits and enjoy delicious food from ...
06/03/2026

Join us again for Go-Go Karaoke at The Go-Go Museum & Café. Sing your favorite go-go hits and enjoy delicious food from the Diaspora. The Go-Go Museum Café & Bar will have happy hour and drink specials all night.

Karaoke will take place in our Secret Garden if weather permits and on our lower level if it does not.

Don't miss our cash giveaway. Just sing a song to participate. The drawing will take place at 8:45 PM.

Music by DJ Supa Dan.

Time: Thursday, June 4, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Location: The Go-Go Museum & Café

Eventbrite Link-https://www.eventbrite.com/e/go-go-karaoke-tickets-1989795707525?keep_tld=true

Join us at The Go-Go Museum & Café for the “Soul Searcher: Life and Legacy of Chuck Brown, Godfather of Go-Go” book sign...
06/02/2026

Join us at The Go-Go Museum & Café for the “Soul Searcher: Life and Legacy of Chuck Brown, Godfather of Go-Go” book signing with author, Sundiata Ramin.

On Sunday, June 7th at 3 PM, Go-Go Museum Director of Tours and Curator Sundiata Ramin will sign copies of his upcoming book on Chuck Brown, the Godfather of Go-Go.

Time: Sunday, June 7, 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Location: The Go-Go Museum & Café

Eventbrite Link - https://www.eventbrite.com/e/soul-searcher-book-signing-at-the-go-go-museum-tickets-1988726956863?aff=ebdssbdestsearch

Washingtonian highlighted The Go-Go Museum & Café in their June Issue: America at 250! We are proud to be recognized as ...
05/28/2026

Washingtonian highlighted The Go-Go Museum & Café in their June Issue: America at 250! We are proud to be recognized as a Hidden Gem in American History.

Celebrate America’s 250th anniversary by visiting The Go-Go Museum & Café this summer. Explore our interactive exhibits and enjoy our delicious food from the African Diaspora. Each month, we host concerts, guided tours, karaoke, and community events.

Operating Hours:
10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Tuesday to Saturday.

Address

1920 Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue SE
Washington D.C., DC
20020

Opening Hours

Tuesday 10am - 6pm
Wednesday 10am - 6pm
Thursday 10am - 6pm
Friday 10am - 6pm
Saturday 10am - 6pm

Telephone

+12028484394

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