‘The Tortured Poets Department’: Where to celebrate Taylor Swift’s album drop in the DMV

WASHINGTON (DC News Now) — Taylor Swift released her new album, “The Tortured Poets Department,” at 12 a.m. on Friday. She followed it up two hours later by adding 15 more songs for her fans.

Don’t be an “Anti-Hero” and miss out on the Swiftie celebrations. We put together a list of some of the places where you can mark the release of the new album in D.C., Maryland and Virginia. You’ll find them listed here.

D.C.

Wunder Garten: 1101 First St. NE, Washington, D.C. 20002

Wunder Garten welcomes you to its Taylor Swift Dance Party whether you’re a die-hard Swiftie or just looking for a fun night out. Attendees are encouraged to dress up in their favorite Taylor-themed attire and let loose. You can register for free on Eventbrite.

When: April 19 from 8 p.m. to 1 a.m.

DC9 Nightclub: 1940 9th St. NW, Washington, D.C. 20001

Join DC9 Nightclub at their “The Tortured Partier’s Department” Taylor Swift dance party. A new soundtrack brings an album-listening party Swifties won’t want to miss. Tickets range from $15 to $20 and you can register on Eventbrite.

When: April 19 starting at 8 p.m.

Public Bar Live: 1214 18th St. NW, Washington, D.C. 20036

DuPont Circle’s Public Bar Live is hosting a Taylor Swift Rave, complete with Taylor Swift-themed decorations, cocktail specials and photo booths. Swift’s hits will include classics, vault songs and pieces from her latest album. You can register on Eventbrite or through Public Bar Live’s website.

When: April 19 starting at 10 p.m.

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Virginia

Fran’s Cake & Candy Supplies: 10927 Main St., Fairfax, Va. 22030

Fran’s Cake & Candy Supplies invites you to “Frost it Like it’s 1989″ with a beginner cake decorating class to Taylor Swift tunes. Swifties are invited to enjoy appetizers and mocktails while you frost and embellish your cakes, led by Chef Mayra Garcia of celebrateMe. Participants will fill and frost a 4” cake, topped with Taylor Swift-inspired decor. You can register for $155 on Eventbrite.

When: April 27 from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Bark Social Alexandria: 529 East Howell Ave., Alexandria, Va. 22301

Bark Social is hosting a fully-packed free event to celebrate “The Tortured Poets Department.” You’re invited to try its special Taylor-themed cocktail and dress up in your favorite Taylor era for a chance to win a best costume prize. As always, you and your pup are welcome. Just be sure to register your dog before bringing them. You can register for free on Eventbrite.

When: April 19 from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m.

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Maryland

Hammer & Stain Rockville: 107B Gibbs St., Rockville, Md. 20850

Join Hammer & Stain for its celebratory Taylor Swift Cookie Decorating Workshop. Create an edible masterpiece and sing your heart out with your favorite Swiftie friend. Registration is $50 and you can sign up on Eventbrite or Hammer & Stain’s website. Note: Guests must register by April 19.

When: April 21 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Barre3: 4829 Cordell Ave., Bethesda, Md. 20814

Gold Signature Writers and Barre3 are collaborating for a day of movement and storytelling through the study of Taylor Swift’s lyrics. A 30-minute Barre3 workout will be followed by a creative writing workshop. No experience is necessary and the workout is designed for every fitness level. You can register for $13 on Eventbrite or Barre3’s website.

When: April 19 starting at 4:30 p.m.

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