The National Park Service and the 11th Street Bridge Park present the second annual Anacostia River Festival, a premier event and official closing program of the 2016 National Cherry Blossom Festival. This year’s Anacostia River Festival celebrates “connecting people to parks” in recognition of the National Park Service’s 2016 Centennial celebration. Activities include: kayaking, boating, fishing workshops, hands-on art projects, musical performances, bike parades, pop-up shops and other unique programs engaging families with the river, its history and ecology. Held in Anacostia Park, this FREE event will encourage District residents and tourists alike to explore communities and parks east of the river. Metro: Anacostia Station (green line) and Eastern Market (blue, orange and silver lines). Free shuttles will run from Anacostia and Eastern Market metro stations to the Festival site. Free bike valet. Fievent.com | Contact | Privacy | Terms