DowntownDC Summer Kick-Off
About The Event
Downtown workers, commuters, afternooners—this one’s for you! ☀️
Take a break from your desk and join the DowntownDC Summer Kick-Off at Franklin Park on Wednesday, May 27, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.. Get a first look at what’s in store this summer while soaking up the sun with sweet treats and live music.

As DJ Harry Hotter spins summer sounds, enjoy sweet and cold treats from Peach & Cobbler Factory and Tipsy Scoop DC while supplies last. Snap fun, shareable moments with your crew at our 360° video booth, and don’t miss the lawn games and giveaways of essential summer items. Franklin Park is turning your lunch hour into a full-on summer vibe!
With the sunny season ahead, we also want to hear from you! Fill out our survey, subscribe to our newsletter, and share what your ideal summer in Downtown DC looks like for a chance to win exciting prizes announced every 30 minutes throughout the event; that’s four chances to win a prize!
Kick off summer early and beat the heat with all the hot happenings Downtown DC has in store! Register TODAY.
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Details
- Cost: FREE
- Location: Franklin Park, 1332 I Street NW, Washington, DC 20004
- Metro: McPherson Square Station (Orange/Blue/Silver lines) via 14th and I Street NW Exit
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