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Best free nightlife events
Fritz Hahn | Updated 06/21/2012
You don't have to pay a high cover or make bottle service reservations to enjoy the D.C. nightlife scene. Check out some of the area's best DJs for free -- and even score open-bar drinks -- at these hot no-cover parties.
Becky
Washington, DC | Monthly
A night of guilty pleasures, pop hits and '80s favorites helmed by DJs Stereo Faith and Trevor Martin -- two guys who can't so "No" to requests from birthday girls and bachelorettes.
Brazilian Rhythms
Washington, DC | 8/16
DJ Neville C. gets the whole Saint-Ex basement moving with samba, bossa nova and tropicalia beats on the third Thursday of the month.
Day Trip
Washington, DC | 8/18 - 8/25
Saturday afternoons just got more interesting, thanks to the Usual Suspectz's party on Ozio's rooftop deck. DJs spin the latest hip-hop beats, happy hour drink specials run from 2 to 5 p.m., and admission is free with an RSVP.
Fatback
Washington, DC | Monthly
Fatback's Voltron-like DJ crew spins funk, soul, disco and boogaloo tunes for a packed dancefloor on the third Saturday of the month.
The Main Ingredient
Washington, DC | Mondays
Trust DJ Jahsonic for your weekly dose of classic hip-hop, funk, soul, R&B and new jack swing. Look out for special theme nights, and take advantage of the large patio.
Sabor Mondays
Washington, DC | Mondays
Free admission. Free salsa lessons. Free drinks for women between 9 and 11. Really, you can't lose.
Soundclash
Washington, DC | Monthly
A long-running night of vintage reggae, ska, rocksteady and dub is a laidback party.
The Underground Soul Solution
Washington, DC | Sundays
Sam "the Man" Burns is your host on a trip through anthemic and soulful house music.
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