The 11th Street Bridge Park and the National Park Service proudly present the Tenth Annual Anacostia River Festival, a premier event of the National Cherry Blossom Festival, on Saturday, May 4, 2024 from 1pm - 5pm EST. Step into a FREE family-friendly event where history meets the future through an unforgettable celebration of community, culture, and connection.
Driving Directions: Visitors are encouraged to park at either the Anacostia Skating Pavillion or the Anacostia Metro Station (parking is free on weekends) to access the festival: Anacostia Skating Pavillion The only driving access into the park on the festival day will be via Nicholson Street SE. Turn Right on Anacostia Drive and follow the signs to the shuttle parking area. Ride the free shuttle ~1 mile to the festival grounds. Anacostia Metro Station Please note that the road you take to get to the Anacostia Metro Parking Garage, Howard Road SE is currently One Way between Suitland Parkway and Firth Sterling Blvd SE. From I-695 and/or I-295 Southbound Take Exit 4 (South Capital Street/ National's Stadium) Stay in the exit lane and do not merge onto Suitland Parkway Take the first right onto Howard Rd. SE (currently One Way) Drive ~ 2 blocks to the 1st traffic light and turn left onto the access road to the Anacostia Metro parking garage From I-295 Northbound Take Exit 4 (South Capital Street/ National's Stadium) At the bottom of exit ramp go left at the light and stay in the right lane Turn Right on to Howard Road SE Drive ~ 2 blocks to the 1st traffic light and turn left onto the access road for the Anacostia Metro parking garage. Suitland Parkway towards DC On Suitland Park continue and pass under I-295 Just after the underpass for I-295 turn right on Howard Road SE Drive ~2 blocks to the 1st light and turn left onto the access road for the Anacostia Metro parking garage
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Last updated: April 7, 2024