![]() Welcome to the Lotus & Water Lily Festival
![]() NPS / Kendra Barat Event CalendarMissed the 2021 virtual festival? No problem. You can watch all the videos here.The park is open year-round, so stop by and see what's new in any season! Find more events hosted by Friends of Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens DirectionsThere are three easy ways to get to the Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens! Kenilworth Park and Aquatic Gardens is located at 1550 Anacostia Ave. NE.
![]() NPS What to BringPlease bring water! The park has a refillable water station outside the visitor center to fill reusable water bottles. The area around the ponds does not have much shade and it can be very hot during the summer so make sure you carry water with you to stay hydrated as you walk around the park. You can bring a picnic or snacks to the park. Picnic tables are available in the picnic and a few other locations. There are no grills in the picnic area and visitors are not permitted to bring grills to the park. On some weekends in July, there will be food trucks in the park for the convenience of park visitor since there are no places nearby to purchase food and beverages. Lawn chairs and blankets are welcome. Dogs on leash are allowed at Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens and owners are responsible for picking up waste. SafetyBe prepared! July is a hot month in Washington, DC, so having a hat, staying hydrated to avoid heat exhaustion and wearing sunscreen are recommended. It is also a good idea to wear sturdy, comfortable walking shoes. Explore More
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Last updated: August 12, 2021