check out all of our upcoming events
The Yards offers year-round events to nurture, invigorate and unwind along the water. Start your day perfecting your downward dog and end it in pursuit of perfect wine pairings. Watch as your kids play on the lawn, then take in a live music performance under the stars.

Howl-O-Ween Bar(K) Crawl
Get ready for a spooktacular happy hour where pups and their humans take center stage! The Yards participating restaurants are transforming their outdoor patios into a Halloween playground for dogs …

Side Yards
Side Yards is back this fall with a carnival experience for all ages! Enjoy a night of wonder with magicians, luchadors, contortionists, jugglers, and sword swallowers, plus music, glow giveaways, …

Light Yards
Light Yards returns to The Yards Park with a dazzling, family-friendly art installation! Become part of the magic as they show off animated light displays and fill the air with …

Light Yards Express
All aboard the Light Yards Express! Kick off the holiday season with a night of cheer as neighbors and friends gather to celebrate Light Yards. Enjoy holiday train rides, sparkling …

Noon Yards Eve
Celebrate the New Year early at Noon Yards Eve—a fun, family-friendly event packed with train rides, bounce houses, carnival games, music, and a dazzling balloon drop at noon! Enjoy arts …
where to park
The Yards Q Parking Lot is located next to Yards Park. Metered parking is available on select streets but please be sure to check the posted hours and regulations. All parking is first-come, first-served.
THE YARDS
355 Water St SE
Washington, DC 20003
Parking
- Meter parking
Restricted 6:30-9:30 pm - Meter parking
Restricted 6:30-9:30 pm - Meter parking
Restricted 6:30-9:30 pm - Meter parking
Restricted 6:30-9:30 pm - Parking Lot Q
