News Release: Events DC Hosts “Day of Play at RFK” on April 12
Press Release — Events DC
A free, community-oriented field day for residents of all ages at the Fields at RFK Campus
Washington, D.C. (April 11, 2022) — Events DC, the official convention and sports authority for the District of Columbia, will host “Day of Play at RFK,” a community-oriented afternoon of games, food and music for families and guests of all ages at the Fields at RFK Campus in Washington, DC on April 12. The event coincides with DC Public Schools’ spring break and offers children and adults the opportunity to participate in organized activities and sports and enjoy complimentary food, beverages and live entertainment.
While the event is free, registration is required. All youth must be accompanied by an adult over the age of 18.
Confirmed attendees include:
- John Falchiccio, Deputy Mayor for Planning and Economic Development
- Greg O’Dell, President and CEO of Events DC
- Vincent Gray, Ward 7 Councilmember
- Brooke Pinto, Ward 2 Councilmember
- Christina Henderson, At-Large Councilmember
- Steve Birnbaum, Captain for D.C. United
- Brian Mitchell, Washington Commanders legend
Other participating organizations include the Washington Mystics, D.C. United, DC Fray, CRYSP, East of the River Steel Band, Leveling the Playing Field and more.
Opened in 2019, The Fields at RFK Campus is a 27-acre outdoor sports complex located on the banks of the Anacostia River in NE Washington, DC. The multi-purpose complex is equipped with turf fields, a playground, bicycle paths, event pavilion, public restrooms and free Wi-Fi. The creation of the Fields at RFK was direct result of an extensive community engagement initiative led by Events DC concerning the redevelopment of the entire 190-acre campus. The completion of the Fields at RFK marked the first phase of the project intended to bring at activities, green space and economic development opportunities for neighboring communities.
KEY INFORMATION
What: Day of Play at RFK
Where: The Fields at RFK Campus
401 Oklahoma Avenue NE
Washington, DC 20002
When: Tuesday, April 12, 2022 – 12:00 pm-4:00 pm
Rain Date: Thursday, April 14 12:00 pm – 4:00pm
Registration Link: https://playrfk.splashthat.com/
MEDIA CONTACT
EVENTS DC
Craig Chester, Marketing Director
ABOUT EVENTS DC
Events DC, the official convention and sports authority for the District of Columbia, delivers premier event services and flexible venues across the Nation’s Capital. Leveraging the power of a world-class destination and creating amazing attendee experiences, Events DC generates economic and community benefits through the attraction and promotion of business, athletic, entertainment and cultural activities. Events DC oversees the Walter E. Washington Convention Center, an anchor of the District’s hospitality and tourism economy that hosts more than 1.7 million visitors and generates more than $400 million annually in direct economic impact, and the historic Carnegie Library at Mt. Vernon Square. Events DC manages the RFK Stadium-Armory Campus (RFK Campus), including Robert F. Kennedy Memorial Stadium, Festival Grounds at RFK Campus, the non-military functions of the DC Armory, and the Skate Park at RFK Stadium. Stay current on the 190-acre RFK Campus Redevelopment Project at www.RFKCampus.com. Events DC also built and serves as landlord for Nationals Park, the first LEED-certified major professional sports stadium in the United States. Events DC manages Gateway DC, R.I.S.E. Demonstration Center and Entertainment & Sports Arena all conveniently located in the Congress Heights neighborhood of Washington, DC. For more information, please visit www.eventsdc.com and find us on social media – Facebook, Instagram and YouTube (Events DC), and Twitter (@TheEventsDC) — and on our new hub for live and on-demand event programming on GATHER by Events DC at www.gatherbyeventsdc.com.
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