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National park areas around the White House frequently either close or are restricted because of events happening in and around the White House. When possible, notice of any such closures is posted on this page. Please note that areas often close without any advance notice.
When available, temporary area closures will appear below:
A park closure map and more detailed information are available here.
In conjunction with the 2026 White House Fall Garden Tour event being held at the White House the entire Ellipse, including its side panels, roadways, and sidewalks; Sherman Park, to include the interior sidewalks; First Division Park, to include the interior sidewalks; and E Street, NW from 15th to 17th Streets, NW, to include the sidewalks along the above mentioned will be closed on Saturday, October 17 and Sunday, October 18, 2026 from approximately 9:00 a.m. to approximately 6:00 p.m.
A park closure map and more detailed information are available here.
At the request of the United States Secret Service several areas within and surrounding President's Park will be closed to the public from approximately 12:00 a.m. on Thursday, October 1, 2026 until approximately 11:59 p.m. on Saturday, October 31, 2026. This United States Secret Service has determined that this public access restriction is necessary to ensure the security of the White House Complex, including to protect the President of the United States and other government officials. The National Park Service appreciates the public's cooperation in this matter. |
Last updated: October 13, 2026