The Black Cat - hub for DC punk and indie music

The Black Cat opened in 1993 at its present location on 14th Street NW and has since been a major venue for punk, indie, and alternative bands in Washington, D.C. It has hosted countless local and touring acts, supporting the city's contemporary music scenes and DIY culture. The club's booking and events have made it a documented part of DC's late-20th- and early-21st-century music history.