Washington, Washington DC
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Most booked this fall
Planned for a 6-year-old.
Deposit to book$86.70
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Since mid-May: 5 parties in 1 Washington DC towns. 5 of them in Washington.
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From $255 for the first hour
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Permits for DC Department of Parks and Recreation settings are generally needed for organized picnics or activities with 10 or more participants. For a smaller gathering, ask the park whether any rules still apply.
DPR asks that you apply at least 30 days in advance and no later than two weeks before your event.
Several picnic areas in Rock Creek Park need reservations from April through November, and the Hains Point picnic grove in East Potomac Park needs them for areas A through D all year except December 25.
Check with the specific park before booking. Ask whether outside entertainers are allowed in the area you reserve.
Washington has many outdoor spaces that families use for birthday parties, and the right choice depends on the park, the number of guests, and the time of year. Here is what to check before you pick a character and a location for a visit.
Organized picnics or activities with 10 or more participants in DC Department of Parks and Recreation settings generally require a permit. Apply at least 30 days ahead, and no later than two weeks before your event. Planning early leaves room to settle the date, the space, and the character booking together.
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Rock Creek Park requires reservations for several picnic areas from April through November. The Hains Point picnic grove in East Potomac Park, part of National Mall and Memorial Parks, requires reservations for areas A through D all year except December 25. Randle Circle picnic area #47 in the Civil War Defenses of Washington lists a capacity of 75 people. Confirm these details directly with the park before you commit.
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National Capital Parks-East locations describe providing grills, picnic tables, and parking, which can make planning a family gathering simpler. Ask the park which amenities are available at the specific site you are considering, and whether you may bring your own equipment or decorations.
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Ask the park whether an outside costumed entertainer may visit your reserved area, and whether any special arrangements apply. Ask what time you can set up and how long your reservation runs, so the visit fits the window. Ask about parking for your guests and for the entertainer.
Your program is shaped around your request. Activities and their order may differ from these examples.
