Gaithersburg Nightlife
Bars, Music & Evening Entertainment
Cocktail Bars & Lounges
Old Town Pour House
Industrial-chic gastropub with 90+ beers on tap and creative craft cocktails in the Kentlands.
The Wine Harvest
Cozy wine bar offering global selections with cheese/charcuterie pairings and live jazz nights.
Bar Louie
American tavern with craft cocktails, beer towers, and late-night bites near Rio Washingtonian.
Local Breweries & Taprooms
Gaithersburg's craft beer scene offers everything from hoppy IPAs to smooth stouts, with brewery tours and tasting rooms.
Must-Try Local Brews:
- • 7 Locks Brewing - "Surrender Dorothy" IPA
- • True Respite - "Bear on a Bicycle" Blonde
- • Astro Lab - "Silver Springdance" Sour
Top Breweries
7 Locks Brewing
Local craft brewery with rotating food trucks and trivia nights
True Respite Brewing
Dog-friendly brewery with board games and live music
Astro Lab Brewing
Innovative small-batch beers with weekly themed nights
Live Music Venues
City Hall Concert Pavilion
Free summer concert series featuring local bands and tribute acts in a family-friendly setting.
📍 31 S Summit AveThe Barking Dog Bar
Intimate venue showcasing emerging local talent with craft beers and pub fare.
📍 123 E Diamond AveRio Live Music Series
Weekend concerts by the lake featuring cover bands and tribute acts during summer months.
📍 9811 Washingtonian BlvdLate Night Eats
First Watch
All-night diner serving breakfast favorites, burgers, and milkshakes until 4am on weekends.
Bob's Shanghai 66
Authentic Chinese cuisine until 2am, famous for their soup dumplings and Peking duck.
Taco Bar El Guapo
Late-night taqueria serving authentic street tacos and margaritas until 3am on weekends.
Experience Gaithersburg After Dark
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