Demonstrations, Foot Races/Walkathons, Education/Career Fairs and Training events may require a Special Use Permit.  If your activity does not fall within the descriptions above, contact staff within Anacostia Park for a determination. You can call at (202) 472-3873.

Special Use Permit applications may be requested by phone, mail, or in person at the National Park Service National Capital Region – Park Programs Office, 1100 Ohio Dr. SW, Washington, DC 20242, phone (202) 619-7225 fax (202) 401-2430 .  Completed applications should be returned to the Park Program Office for review. Before any special event permit is approved the group requesting the permit may be asked to meet with National Park Service staff for a logistics meeting. In some cases an insurance bond may be required at the permitee’s expense prior to approval.