Field at Watkins Rec to CLOSE on Tuesday, September 2 for resurfacing
The DC Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) and the DC Department of General Services (DGS) would like to inform the community that the field at Watkins Recreation Center will be closed starting Tuesday, September 2, 2025, for resurfacing. Access to the playground, rush rink, and spray park will not be impacted. Basketball courts remain closed. It is expected the field will re-open in October, provided there are no delays due to weather. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation during this time.
Residents are welcome to contact DPR's Customer Care Center at (202) 673-7647. The call line is open during regular business hours (9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.), Monday through Friday, and is closed on weekends and holidays. You may also contact us via email at [email protected].
Address/Location
DC Dept of Parks and Recreation
1275 First St NE
Washington, DC 20002
Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 202-673-7647