SOFI TUKKER Presents: Animal Talk
SOFI TUKKER, the Grammy-nominated electronic duo known for their joyful, genre-blending dance music, brings their signature Animal Talk event to The Anthem in Washington, D.C. on October 16, 2026. Originally founded as a party and label, Animal Talk has evolved into a full management company, and this tour promises an energetic evening of global, inclusive dance music. Joining the duo are French producer and DJ Kungs, famous for his worldwide hit "This Girl," and Nala, rounding out a lineup designed to keep the crowd moving from doors to final encore. Beyond the music, SOFI TUKKER has partnered with PLUS1 so that one dollar from every ticket sold supports local animal shelters, contributing to the health and well-being of animals across North America.
When: Friday, October 16, 2026. Doors open at 6:30 PM and the show begins at 7:30 PM.
Showtimes: Doors at 6:30 PM, show at 7:30 PM. Opening acts, door times, and set times are always subject to change.
Tickets: On sale now at theanthemdc.com. One dollar from every ticket sold supports local animal shelters through PLUS1. Super Excellent Seats are non-transferable and must be picked up on the day of the show only; no alternate pickup is available. Prior to doors, Super Excellent Seats can be picked up at the box office; after doors, they can be picked up at the entrance located at 900 Maine Ave. Tickets suspected of being purchased solely for resale may be canceled at the discretion of The Anthem or Ticketmaster, and buyers may be denied future ticket purchases for I.M.P. shows.
Lineup: SOFI TUKKER (headliners), Kungs, Nala. SOFI TUKKER is the duo of Sophie Hawley-Weld and Tucker Halpern, whose career launched with the Grammy-nominated single "Drinkee" and album *Treehouse*. They have since released four studio albums, including *WET TENNIS* and *BREAD, butter*, and scored hits like "Best Friend" and "Purple Hat." Their 2026 single "COOK" featuring J Balvin was released under a new partnership with Republic Records. Kungs, from Toulon, France, found global fame with "This Girl" (with Cookin’ On 3 Burners) and has continued to produce chart-topping dance tracks, including "Never Going Home" and collaborations with Purple Disco Machine and David Guetta. His third album *OUT LOUD* is set for release on March 13, 2026. Nala is also confirmed as a support act.
Run time: Not specified; event runs from doors at 6:30 PM through the end of the show. Set times are subject to change.
Ages: Not specified. Typically, The Anthem events are all ages unless noted; check venue policy.
Venue: The Anthem, 901 Wharf St SW, Washington, DC 20024. The venue has air conditioning.
Note: SOFI TUKKER’s Animal Talk is also a management company and label that supports boundary-pushing dance artists. The event’s charity component benefits local animal shelters through the PLUS1 partnership. Be aware that tickets for resale may be canceled.