where DC meets its water

Welcome to The Wharf

It's summertime in Washington, DC. Join us along the waterfront this season for our free movie nights, s'mores at Camp Wharf, and so much more. 

View our Events Calendar and join our festivities.

Wharf Events Calendar
Featured Event

21st Annual DC JazzFest at The Wharf

calendar icon Aug. 30, 2025
clock icon 2pm – 10pm
map marker icon District Pier

The signature event of DC JazzFest will take place from August 30 -  August 31 on District Pier. Join us for live music performances by incredible artists—from homegrown talent to NEA Jazz Masters.

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Destination for All

Come explore this vibrant new waterfront’s countless things to do and see, hear and touch, taste and experience. And for those of you who want to linger a while longer, check out our hotels or tour our residences.

Restaurants
Shops
Things to Do
Waterfront
Residences
Hotels

Directions to The Wharf

Centrally located, The Wharf is the District’s waterfront destination that is easy to get to—and to get around.

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Metro lines
5
Free rides on
SW Shuttle
Easy access to
Trains, Buses & DC Circulator
Boat slips
550
Public piers
4
Catch the
Water Taxi & Jitney
Capital Bikeshare stations
2
Bike parking spaces
260
Direct access to DC's extensive
Bicycle Network
1 mile of
Waterfront
Riverwalk Trail System of
20 mi
Minutes from the
National Mall
Parking updates in
real time
Adjacent to
I-395
Direct access to the
Southwest Freeway
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Visit Camp Wharf

Play Ball! It’s time for two of summer’s favorite pastimes – baseball and s’mores.  Don’t miss the Washington National’s 20th Anniversary themed pop-up at Camp Wharf. There’s everything you need for the perfect s'more—marshmallows, chocolate, graham crackers, roasting sticks, and a wood burning fire. 

S'mores & more

Parking at The Wharf

The Wharf has three underground parking garages. Check out our page with real-time updates to assist in planning your visit to The Wharf.

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Water Taxi

All year long, The Water Taxi offers service to The Wharf, Georgetown, Old Town Alexandria, and National Harbor. Enjoy views of DC through the sheltered glass enclosure or soak in the sun while you sail past traffic.

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