TRAVEL​

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LOCATION

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RFK Festival Grounds
2500 Independence Ave SE
Washington, DC 20003

 

 

Rideshare & Drop-Off​

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If you’re arriving by Uber, Lyft, taxi, or with a personal drop-off, please head to the designated Rideshare zone, located just a short walk from the festival gates. This area will be clearly marked and staffed throughout the event and will remain open until one hour after the festival ends.To help keep traffic flowing and ensure safety, do not use surrounding streets or residential areas for drop-offs or pick-ups.

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Metro Access

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We strongly encourage taking public transportation. The Stadium-Armory Metro Station is the closest stop to the festival grounds and is accessible via the Blue, Orange, and Silver lines. For the best route and timing, use the Metro Trip Planner at wmata.com before heading out.

 

 

Parking Information

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On-site parking is very limited and is expected to sell out. Festival parking lots will open at 12:00 PM and are available for single-day use only.

• No overnight parking is allowed

• Parking passes must be purchased in advance

• Street parking is not recommended, and residential parking enforcement will be in effect

• Check our official festival social channels for real-time updates on lot availability

Whenever possible, we recommend using Metro or Rideshare options.

 

 

ADA Parking

 

A limited number of ADA-accessible parking spaces will be available near the festival entrance. These are available on a first-come, first-served basis and require both:

• A valid festival parking pass

• A government-issued ADA placard, permit, or license plate

The individual registered to the ADA credential must be present in the vehicle.

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ADA Drop-Off

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For ADA guests arriving by car, taxi, or rideshare, drivers may access the ADA drop-off point near the entrance. Let traffic staff know upon arrival that you're dropping off an ADA guest.

• Drop-off only; no unattended vehicles allowed in ADA areas

• If ADA parking is full, drivers can drop off the guest and then proceed to general parking

 

All ADA guests should check in at the designated ADA entrance for direct access to the grounds.