The Anacostia River Festival

Anacostia River Festival
10th Anniversary Anacostia River Festival Saturday May 4th 2024 1:00-5:00pm. Free and Family Friendly at Anacostia Park

11th Street Bridge Project

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
 
people on stage at the Anaocostia River Festival
People on stage

11th Street Bridge Project




Learn more about the performers and event on the offical festival webpage!

Last updated: April 7, 2024

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Contact Info

Mailing Address:

1900 Anacostia Drive, S.E.
Washington, DC 20020

Phone:

771-208-1453

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