Day of Play at RFK 2026
Day of Play at RFK
Join us for year five of Day of Play at RFK on April 16, 2026! Events DC invites you to bring your friends, family and neighbors during Spring Break 2026.
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Registration is Open
Ready, set, register! Registration for Day of Play at RFK on April 16, 2026 is now open. Registration and items are first come, first served.
Getting To The Fields
The Fields at RFK Campus are just a hop, skip and jump from the Stadium-Armory Station. Whatever transportation you take, we’ll get you here quickly and easily.
By Metro: Take the Blue or Orange Line to the Stadium-Armory Metro stop, from there The Fields are a short 10-minute walk. Coming out of the Metro, head north on 19th St SE toward A St SE, then turn right onto C St NE. Take a left onto 21st St NE, followed by a slight right onto Oklahoma Ave NE. Turn right to enter the Fields at RFK.
By Bus: C57 to Capitol Heights and the D20 to Minnesota Ave stop at 26th Street and Benning Road, which is closer to Lot 6.
Any bus that arrives to the Stadium-Armory Metro station.
The DC Streetcar’s last stop from Union Station is Benning Road and Oklahoma Avenue, which is closer to Lot 6.
The Fields are a quick 10-minute walk away if you take the D6, 97 or B2 to the Stadium-Armory Metro stop. Head north on 19th St SE toward A St SE. Turn right onto C St NE. Turn left. onto 21st St NE. Slight right onto Oklahoma Ave NE. Turn right to enter The Fields at RFK.
Visit WMATA.com or call (202) 637-7000 for maps, schedules and more information on traveling by metro or bus.
By Car: Driving yourself or using a rideshare service, The Fields at RFK Campus are just off I-295 and easy to access by car - no matter where you’re coming from. Google Maps can get you here.
Parking: The Fields has more than 300 dedicated parking spaces available.
Schedule
Stay tuned for the event schedule coming soon!
Event FAQs
Do I need youth to participate?
Adults, aged 18 and over, may participate in Day of Play without a youth. There are activities dedicated to adults.
Why do I have to select a t-shirt color?
Your t-shirt color signifies your team. From 12 - 3 PM, there will be open play games where attendees can play with/against people from different teams. From 3 - 4 PM, your team will compete against the others to be the Champions of Play! This year, to celebrate DC 250, the team colors are blue, red and white.
Is there onsite registration?
How do I volunteer?
Volunteers should submit their request to the volunteer form.
How do I become a vendor for Day of Play?
Please Contact Us to request information on how to be a vendor at Day of Play.
What is allowed on The Fields?
Food and beverages are permitted in the Pavilion, picnic tables and natural grass areas. They are not permitted on the playing fields or any turf areas. Only water is allowed on the playing fields.
May I bring my pet?
Due to the volume of people and activities, pets are not encouraged to be at Day of Play. Overall, animals are permitted on the paved and natural grass areas of The Fields. Owners are required to leash and clean up after their pets at all times. Dogs are NOT permitted on the turf playing fields or the playground.
Is there a lost and found?
There is a lost and found tent located near the entrance of CareFirst Field. Beyond the event, please Contact Us for missing items.
Is parking available?
Parking is made available for free in Lot 6. Please Contact Us for ADA parking at Day of Play.
Thanks to Our Sponsors
PRESENTING SPONSOR
POWERFUL PLAYMATES
HOMETOWN HERO
In celebration of America 250, Day of Play at RFK will look a little different with team colors red, white and blue. It will remain a free community-based event, with field games, live music, food trucks and fun activities for all ages.
