WASHINGTON, DC — Hundreds of thousands of federal employees have been trying to make ends meet since parts of the government shut down on Dec. 22. Since no deal has been reached to reopen the government, Washington, D.C., area businesses are taking matters into their own hands.

While these businesses can't force the government to spring into action, they can at least offer deals to federal workers that will make their shutdown experience more bearable. A slew of restaurants, bars, cafes, and gyms across the region are promoting specials for federal workers during the shutdown. Patch has rounded up a list below:

Where to Go IMP Concerts

IMP Concerts is having a BOGO sale for furloughed federal workers until Monday, Jan. 14, or when the government reopens (whichever comes first). The special applies to tickets for eligible 9:30 Club, The Anthem, Lincoln Theatre, and 9:30 Presents at U Street Music Hall shows through Friday, Feb. 8 (while supplies last). The offer is valid online using the password 930Freebie and is limited to two paid tickets per customer. Did ya hear? We know it won't pay the bills, BUT we're doing what we can to lift spirits during the furlough...



Tickets: https://t.co/kNtIgjzy6p pic.twitter.com/Rj6NRXi9R7

— 9:30 Club (@930Club) January 10, 2019 Newseum

The Newseum is offering free admission to federal employees during the shutdown. Just show a valid government ID at the admission desk.

During this government shutdown, the doors of the Newseum will remain open. Federal employees will receive FREE admission by showing their federal ID at the admission desk. Learn more at: https://t.co/nL0ZNskWOT #DCisOpen pic.twitter.com/Po7NOTKeOk

— Newseum (@Newseum) January 3, 2019 GW Basketball

The George Washington University is giving away free men and women's basketball tickets to federal employees with a government ID. Those interested can also call 202-994-GWTIX. Hey there Federal Employees, @GWgeorge has your back! We're offering free tickets to all @GW_MBB and @GW_WBB games with a government ID or by calling 202-994-GWTIX.



Up next: @GW_MBB vs @DaytonMBB tomorrow, 1/9 @ 7PM here in the Smith Center! Swipe for more upcoming games pic.twitter.com/CXxvIqYRTM

— GW Tix Office (@GWTix) January 8, 2019 Capitol Riverfront

The first 20 furloughed federal workers with a government ID at Skate with Slapshot on Sunday, Jan. 13 will gain free entry. All government employees will also receive free skate rentals.

#Furloughed friends, the @CapitolRvrFront BID wants to give you a chance stretch your legs this weekend! The 1st 20 ppl to show Gov. ID at Skate with Slapshot will receive FREE entry + all gov. employees will receive FREE rentals https://t.co/d2XHGre7wK #CapRivisOpen #DCisOpen pic.twitter.com/a5PZU9wnUL

— Canal Park (@CanalParkDC) January 11, 2019 Woodrow Wilson House

Show your federal ID or badge to get free admission to the Woodrow Wilson House. Offer is valid Tuesdays through Sundays during the shutdown.

Federal Workers - You ALL are "Essential" to us! Show your Federal ID or Badge for free admission during the shutdown. We're staying open in January for as long as the #shutdown lasts! #DCisOpen

(Valid Tuesday - Sunday, except for New Year's Day).

— Woodrow Wilson House (@WWilsonHouse) December 28, 2018 Alamo Drafthouse Cinema

Alamo Drafthouse Cinema in Ashburn and Woodbridge, Virginia are offering federal employees free movie tickets Mondays through Thursdays in January. Remember to present your federal ID at the box office.