Banner for Anacostia River Festival on Saturday, May 17, 2025. Festival hours: 1:00 - 6:00 pm at Anacostia Park.

Saturday, May 17, 2025 • 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM

The 11th Street Bridge Park and the National Park Service present the 11th annual Anacostia River Festival.

Join us at this FREE family-friendly event as we celebrate 11 Years of Sankofa on the River: Bridging Legacies at Anacostia Park on May 17, 2025.

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The National Park Service arrowhead logo alongside the 11th Street Bridge Park logo graces a white background, embodying the spirit of ARF - Building Bridges Across The River.

A black and tan dog playing with a ball in the grass at ARF.
A young boy riding a red tricycle in a grassy area while being watched by ARF.
At an event hosted by ARF - Building Bridges Across The River, people enjoy colorful hammocks on a grassy field. In the background, a large Connect Four game attracts playful competitors of all ages.
Four people smiling and posing outdoors, one wearing a green poncho and another a helmet. A tent is in the background, embodying the spirit of ARF - Building Bridges Across The River, as they connect through shared adventures.
A boy is playing cornhole in a park near the ARF building.
ARF's Building Bridges Across The River program helps the child enjoy a moment of relaxation as they lie in a hammock.
Two people dancing at the ARF River Festival, building bridges across the river.
At an outdoor event, a person dances energetically on the grass, holding a red cup. The scene, reminiscent of ARF - Building Bridges Across The River celebrations, unfolds as others watch in the background, enjoying the lively atmosphere.
A person in a black jacket and red pants smiles, holding up two fingers in a peace sign, standing on grass—an embodiment of ARF's mission to build bridges across the river. Others are seen in the background, capturing the spirit of connection and community.
A young girl relaxing in a hammock in ARF Park, a project of Building Bridges Across The River.
A group of people in a canoe participating in ARF's Building Bridges Across The River initiative.
Two young girls riding a tricycle in a grassy field, joining ARF for an event promoting Building Bridges Across The River.
At the lively ARF event, a group of people stands outdoors. A man pushes a stroller with a child, while a woman holds colorful balloons. Booths and others are visible in the background, embodying the spirit of Building Bridges Across The River.
A young woman playing a violin at ARF.
A person sitting in a hammock at ARF.
A group of people stands on a stage holding bouquets and plaques, embodying the spirit of ARF - Building Bridges Across The River, with a microphone, speakers, and banners in the background celebrating their unity.
A group of children are fishing on a pier near a body of water while participating in ARF's Building Bridges Across The River program.
A young boy playing a flute in front of an older man at ARF.
A woman is holding up a string of beads at ARF, Building Bridges Across The River.
A little girl wearing sunglasses and a flower face paint attends the ARF event at Building Bridges Across The River.
A man in a black hoodie speaking into a microphone at ARF.
A woman in a white dress dancing at an ARF event.

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Festival Activities

In Anacostia Park

All activities are FREE. Reservations and water safety waivers must be completed before participating in water activities. Both can be obtained from the River Activities tent located on the festival grounds.

This FREE family-friendly event will reconnect you to the river and the outdoors.

Plan your Visit

Getting There! What To Bring!

Supporters

PRESENTING SPONSORS

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FESTIVAL CHAMPIONS

The TD Bank logo showcases a green square with white "TD" letters adjacent to the word "Bank" in black. This emblem mirrors the spirit of building bridges across financial landscapes, much like ARF's mission to Build Bridges Across The River.

RIVER HEROES

PARK ADVOCATES 

DCHFA, Giant Food, TCMA,