OCTFME RECOGNIZES AUTOSHOP AS THE MARCH 2026 LOCATION OF THE MONTH

Washington, D.C. - The District of Columbia Office of Cable Television, Film, Music, and Entertainment (OCTFME) has named Autoshop as the March 2026 Location of the Month, spotlighting a bold, production-ready venue in the heart of the Union Market District.

Once an industrial garage, Autoshop has been transformed into a flexible creative space that retains its original character while offering a highly adaptable layout for film, television, photography, and digital media productions. Its raw textures, soaring ceilings, and open floor plan make it a standout choice for creators seeking both authenticity and versatility.

"Autoshop exemplifies the versatility and creative potential that Washington, D.C. offers to filmmakers and content creators," said LaToya Foster, OCTFME Director and DC Film Commissioner. "Its industrial aesthetic, open layout, and prime location in the Union Market District make it an exceptional space for productions seeking both functionality and visual impact. We are proud to highlight Autoshop as our Location of the Month and to continue showcasing spaces that support and attract dynamic storytelling in the District."

With 7,500 square feet of open floor space, Autoshop accommodates a wide range of production needs-from large-scale film shoots and commercial work to editorial photography and digital content creation. The venue includes an outdoor terrace, breakout areas, and green rooms, offering built-in support for staging, talent holding, wardrobe, and seamless production flow.

Located within the vibrant Union Market District, Autoshop places productions steps away from a bustling streetscape filled with murals, local businesses, and visually distinctive exteriors. Nearby garages and the Union Market surface lot provide convenient parking options, making logistics manageable for crews of all sizes.

"Autoshop has long been a place where people come together to celebrate food, culture, and creativity. We're excited to extend that spirit to the film and photography community, and to support productions that want to capture the character of the Union Market District," said Elizabeth K. Harnik, Senior Director of Events, Edens.

For more about Autoshop, visit https://unionmarketdc.com/venue/autoshop/, follow them on Instagram, or email [email protected]. Explore Autoshop's DC Reel-Scout Profile and for other film-friendly locations in Washington, D.C., visit our Location of the Month section at entertainment.dc.gov.

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About LOCATION OF THE MONTH
The "Location of the Month" initiative is part of the agency's mission to market and support District locales as entertainment destinations, and media production locations. LOTM brings attention to the wide range of cinematically compelling locations available for events, and to film and television productions.

If you have a suggestion for a future OCTFME "Location of the Month," we would love to hear from you. If you own or manage a D.C. business, venue, or location to be considered as a "Location of the Month," please use this nomination form and tell us all about it.

About OCTFME
The Office of Cable Television, Film, Music and Entertainment (OCTFME), an award-winning District of Columbia Government agency, leads the city's extensive efforts to build and support a sustainable film, music, and entertainment creative economy and labor market. Additionally, OCTFME serves as the city's cable television service provider regulator and as the customer service hub for cable subscribers.

OCTFME's extensive portfolio includes:

• The District's government cable access channels District Council Channel (D.C.C), the District of Columbia Network (D.C.N), and the District Knowledge Network (DKN)
• D.C. Radio (96.3 HD4), OCTFME's owned and operated digital radio station, in partnership with Howard University's WHUR.
• District of Columbia Entertainment Network (D.C.E), OCTFME's 24-hour streaming platform available worldwide on ROKU, Apple TV, and Amazon Fire TV as well as iPhone and Android mobile devices (download the D.C.E Network App or at D.C.ENetwork.com).
• The handling of all of the District's filmmaker production needs including permits, city services, and logistical support, job placement assistance, workforce development and the D.C. Film, Television, and Entertainment Rebate Fund (D.C. Rebate Fund).
• Providing additional support to the creative community through the Creative Affairs Office (CAO) and Mayor Muriel Bowser Presents: 202Creates initiative. CAO showcases and preserves the District of Columbia's rich creative communities throughout all 8 Wards.

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