The staff at Anacostia Park issues reservations for park picnic areas.  Reservation applications must be requested from the staff at Anacostia Skating Pavilion, 1900 Anacostia Dr. SE, Washington, DC 20020 or by calling (202) 472-3884.  A $50 processing fee will be charged.  You can also call that number to inquire about the location of non-reserve picnic spaces in Anacostia Park and Kenilworth Park.  

In an effort to continue to enhance the visitor's experience in Anacostia Park the North Field will be closed for visitors used for a period of 18 (eighteen) to 24 (twenty-four) months for construction. During this time reservations for cookouts, special events and field play will not be accepted for the North Field.

By the conclusion of the construction the park will be enhance with the arrival of a new bike/walk trail connecting it with existing trails in Washington DC.

For the safety and enjoyment of everyone, all participants must abide by all park rules and regulations.  Moon bounces, helium filled balloons, pony rides, alcoholic beverages, and concessions are prohibited in the park.

Athletic Field reservation applications must be requested from the staff at Anacostia Skating Pavilion, 1900 Anacostia Dr. SE, Washington, DC 20020 or by calling (202) 472-3884.  A $50 processing fee will be charged.  A bond may also be required.  There are fields available for reservation within Anacostia Park, River Terrace Park and Kenilworth Park.  Reservation applications are accepted beginning January 1 of each calendar year for the coming season. 

The tennis courts located in Anacostia Park are scheduled by Anacostia Park staff at Anacostia Skating Pavilion, 1900 Anacostia Dr. SE, Washington, DC 20020 or by calling (202) 472-3884.

revised 3-15-09