Movement in every direction
Eight distinct acts move through contemporary dance, West African movement, live voice, electric cello, and DC-rooted rhythm.
Company E and The Wharf present
SURGE
A DC Dance + Sound Celebration
8 Acts. One Night.
Thursday, September 24, 2026 · 6–8 PMDistrict Pier · The WharfFREE
Company E and The Wharf present
SURGE
A DC Dance + Sound Celebration
8 Acts. One Night.
Thursday, September 24, 2026 6–8 PM District Pier · The Wharf
Free admission
The city moves here.
One waterfront.
Many forms.
SURGE turns Washington’s waterfront into one continually changing stage. Live music is already in the air as people arrive. Dancers emerge from the crowd. Voice, cello, percussion, and DC rhythm reshape the atmosphere as the evening builds toward a shared, all-artist finish.
Energetic, welcoming, and unmistakably Washington, SURGE brings artists and audiences together for a free public experience designed to be discovered at any point—and compelling enough to make you stay.
Find the festival
District Pier
at The Wharf
Washington, DC 20024
Entrance next to The Anthem at 9th and Maine Avenue SW.
SEP 24Thursday
6–8PM
8Acts
FREEAdmission
DCDance + sound
THE WHARFDistrict Pier
What to expect
Come when you can.
Stay for the surge.
A stage without walls
The waterfront becomes part of the performance as artists, audiences, movement, and sound gather in one shared public space.
A new DC tradition
This founding edition launches a platform for regional artists, audiences, community partners, and waterfront neighbors.
The 2026 lineup
Eight acts.
One electric evening.
Dance, live music, voice, and multidisciplinary performance meet on Washington’s waterfront.
Voice · Music · Healing Arts
Amikaeyla
An internationally recognized vocalist and healing-arts practitioner using music to foster connection and transformation.
Meet AmikaeylaElectric Cello · Composition · Live Looping
Brianna Tam
Immersive, emotionally charged sound worlds built live with electric cello and loop station.
Meet Brianna
Contemporary Dance · Cultural Exchange
Company E
SURGE’s host and curator, creating performance for stages, public spaces, screens, and communities worldwide.
Meet Company E
West African Dance · Music
Coyaba Dance Theater
A Washington institution sharing the movement, rhythms, histories, and cultural traditions of West Africa.
Meet CoyabaDance — Experience the Next Generation
Dance Institute of Washington
Developing artists and leaders while advancing inclusive representation throughout professional dance.
Meet DIWMultidisciplinary Contemporary Dance
EXHALE Dance Company
A professional home helping newly graduated dancers transform rigorous training into sustainable artistry.
Meet EXHALEContemporary Dance
Gin Dance Company
Thoughtful, accessible modern dance shaped by artistic director Shu-Chen Cuff’s cross-cultural movement language.
Meet Gin DanceJazz Fusion
The Neo Jazz Movement
An eclectic jazz-fusion-R&B mix defines the unique and electric style of one of DC’s favorite late-night acts.
Running order and individual program titles will be announced before the event.
Plan your visit
Meet us at
District Pier.
DateThursday, September 24, 2026
Time6–8 PM
PlaceDistrict Pier at The Wharf · Washington, DC
AdmissionFree
Exact arrival and event-status information will be posted here as final operating details are confirmed.
Directions to The WharfGood to know
SURGE FAQ
Is SURGE free?
Yes. SURGE is free! All are welcome to join in an evening celebrating art, community, and DC.
Where does it take place?
SURGE takes place at District Pier at The Wharf and uses the entire Pier with a suite of performance spaces. The entrance is next to The Anthem at 9th and Maine Avenue SW.
When should I arrive?
Come anytime, but SURGE is an all-in immersive experience that moves from stage to stage along the Pier, and we hope you’ll join us from start to finish to experience these amazing artists.
What happens if the weather changes?
This page will carry Company E’s current event status and any approved change to the program, location, or timing.
How can I request an accommodation?
SURGE is accessible. If you have a special requirement, there will be team members on hand to assist.
Metro, Parking & Water Taxi
Metro: The Wharf is on Metro. L’Enfant Plaza Station—served by the Blue, Orange, Silver, Green, and Yellow lines—is about an eight-minute walk from The Wharf, and the free SW Shuttle connects the station with the waterfront. Waterfront Station on the Green Line also serves the neighborhood. View Metro and shuttle details.
Parking: The Wharf has three underground parking garages open around the clock, with multiple entrances throughout the neighborhood. Accessible spaces are available in every garage. Parking can fill during special events and rates can be expensive, so Metro is strongly recommended. Additional parking is available at L’Enfant Plaza if The Wharf garages are full. Review current garage entrances and rates.
Water Taxi: The Water Taxi serves The Wharf’s Transit Pier from Georgetown, Old Town Alexandria, and National Harbor. Service operates seasonally from March through December, with schedules and fares varying throughout the season. Check Water Taxi information and tickets.
Thursday, September 24 · 6–8 PM
Feel the city
gather.
Eight acts. One night. Free at District Pier.