It’s time to get your groove on and listen to music while enjoying a warm evening under the stars. The Yards Park Concert Series takes place every Friday, May 4, 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm, and continues through September 14. The concerts feature different types of music and food will be available to sample from a number of local vendors. This year, Red Apron Butchery, Buzz Bakery and ChurchKey will join the selection of local vendors offering food and craft draft beers and wines. These events are free and open to the public. Click here for a complete schedule of concerts or visit Yards Park for more information.
GET THERE:
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METRO
The Metrorail and Metrobus are both excellent ways to get around the District and the entire DC area.
The closest Metro station is Navy Yard on the Green line. Tingey Plaza is just one block from the Navy Yard Metro (New Jersey Avenue exit) behind the U.S. Department of Transportation building.
There are numerous Metrobus routes that run by The Yards Park: A2-A8, A42-48, N22, P1, P2, P6, V7, V8 and V9. For more information, visit www.wmata.com to plan your trip.
CIRCULATOR
At just $1 a trip, it’s hard to beat this easy way to get around town. The Union Station-Navy Yard Metro route stops at the Navy Yard Metro station. Visit www.dccirculator.com for information on schedules and routes.
CAPITAL BIKESHARE
With over 1,225 bikes at over 155+ stations in the District and Arlington County (by the end of 2011), this on-demand mode of transportation is sure to get you on your way. And at just $7 for a 24-hour membership, it won’t break the bank either. Two bike stations are nearby:
M Street & New Jersey Ave SE and 1st & N Street SE
For more information on annual or monthly memberships, or to check out the station locations, please visit www.CapitalBikeshare.com.