Getting Active & Involved
Check out upcoming events in DC’s Wards 7 and 8 that celebrate outdoor resources and opportunities to active! Get involved with upcoming projects to help you get around by walking, biking, or taking transit. Explore a park, trail, or neighborhood, including Anacostia Park and the Anacostia Riverwalk Trail, Oxon Run Park and Trail, Marvin Gaye Trail, and more!
Events, Actions & Resources:
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Oxon Run Day
Aug 23, 2025
Celebrate Oxon Run Day with food, games, activities, and a guided forest bathing activity.
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Trail Walk on the Marvin Gaye Trail
Jun 3, 2025
Join a trail walk with the Anacostia Parks and Community Collaborative and the District Department of Transportation.
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Urban Adventure Squad Activity Day in Oxon Run Park
Jun 2, 2025
A kid-focused activity with the Urban Adventure Squad in Oxon Run Park.
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Forest Bathing in Oxon Run Park
May 23, 2025
Join APACC for a guided forest bathing tour in Oxon Run Park.
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DPR Senior Fest Block Party
May 21, 2025
Celebrate DPR Senior Fest Block Party with music, activities, food, and more!
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Webinar: How Access to Nature Makes us Happier, Healthier, and More Prosperous
May 13, 2025
Hear from Dr. Elizabeth Gearin about the benefits of spending time in nature.
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5th Annual Tour de Hunter Mill
May 4, 2025
This event took place on May 04, 2025
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Trail Walk in Oxon Run Park
May 1, 2025
This event took place on May 01, 2025
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Anacostia Parks and Community Collaborative Meeting w/ Councilmember Robert White
Apr 28, 2025
This event took place on Apr 28, 2025
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City Nature Challenge in Oxon Run Park
Apr 27, 2025
This event took place on Apr 27, 2025
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Forest Bathing in Southern Hills
Apr 27, 2025
This event took place on Apr 27, 2025
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Celebrate Trails Day & Oxon Cove Clean-up (Afternoon Shift)
Apr 26, 2025
This event took place on Apr 26, 2025
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Oxon Cove Trail Ribbon Cutting
Apr 26, 2025
This event took place on Apr 26, 2025
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Anacostia Watershed Society Earth Day Cleanup
Apr 26, 2025
This event took place on Apr 26, 2025
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Earth Day Walking Tour in Congress Heights w/ DOEE
Apr 26, 2025
This event took place on Apr 26, 2025
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Celebrate Trails Day & Oxon Cove Clean-up (Morning Shift)
Apr 26, 2025
This event took place on Apr 26, 2025
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Forest Bathing in Marvin Gaye Park
Apr 25, 2025
This event took place on Apr 25, 2025
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Ward 8 Town Hall w/ Councilmember McDuffie
Apr 22, 2025
This event took place on Apr 22, 2025
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Smart Growth & Sustainable Development on the East of the River Waterfront Panel Discussion
Apr 22, 2025
This event took place on Apr 22, 2025
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Anacostia Parks and Community Collaborative Policy Working Group w/ DOEE
Apr 22, 2025
This event took place on Apr 22, 2025
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Friends of Anacostia Park Spring Break Naturefest: Skate Party
Apr 18, 2025
This event took place on Apr 18, 2025
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CSX Quarterly Meeting re: Shepherd Branch Trail
Apr 17, 2025
This event took place on Apr 17, 2025
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Friends of Anacostia Park Spring Break Naturefest: Fishing Fun
Apr 17, 2025
This event took place on Apr 17, 2025
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Friends of Anacostia Park Spring Break Naturefest: Art in the Park
Apr 16, 2025
This event took place on Apr 16, 2025
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Friends of Anacostia Park Spring Break Naturefest: Live Animals
Apr 15, 2025
This event took place on Apr 15, 2025
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Oxon Cove Eggstravaganza
Apr 12, 2025
This event took place on Apr 12, 2025
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Marvin Gaye Trail Walk with The Hike Crew
Apr 12, 2025
This event took place on Apr 12, 2025
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Community Walk at Poplar Point
Apr 5, 2025
This event took place on Apr 05, 2025
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Every Mile Together Trails Challenge Social
Mar 27, 2025
This event took place on Mar 27, 2025
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Arboretum Bridge to Maryland Avenue Connector Public Meeting
Mar 25, 2025
This event took place on Mar 25, 2025
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Ward 7 Town Hall Budget Listening Session
Mar 24, 2025
This event took place on Mar 24, 2025
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Poplar Point Open House
Mar 18, 2025
This event took place on Mar 18, 2025
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Wheeler Rd SE Safety Project Public Meeting
Mar 13, 2025
This event took place on Mar 13, 2025
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ANC 8C Monthly Meeting
Mar 12, 2025
This event took place on Mar 12, 2025
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11th St Bridge Park Update
Mar 10, 2025
This event took place on Mar 10, 2025
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Ward 7 Environmental Justice Town Hall
Mar 8, 2025
This event took place on Mar 08, 2025
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Anacostia Metro Bicycle and Pedestrian Bridge Project Virtual Meeting
Mar 6, 2025
This event took place on Mar 06, 2025
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DPR Ward 8 Update Meeting
Feb 27, 2025
This event took place on Feb 27, 2025
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Culture Series: ’91 We in a Dope Jam
Feb 27, 2025
This event took place on Feb 27, 2025
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Ward 8 Townhall featuring Councilmember Robert White
Feb 25, 2025
This event took place on Feb 25, 2025
Ride
Bikers Against Invasive Vines Ride
Feb 22, 2025
This event took place on Feb 22, 2025
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How is Climate Change Impacting Me & My Community
Feb 20, 2025
This event took place on Feb 20, 2025
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DPR Ward 7 Update Meeting
Feb 20, 2025
This event took place on Feb 20, 2025
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DDOT Minnesota Ave SE Bus Priority Project Public Meeting
Feb 19, 2025
This event took place on Feb 19, 2025
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RFK Public Meeting w/ Councilmember Felder
Feb 13, 2025
This event took place on Feb 13, 2025
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WILD Nature Play Club at Anacostia Museum
Feb 6, 2025
This event took place on Feb 06, 2025
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Outreach
WABA runs a variety of outreach programs that create opportunities for people across the region to join the bicycling community.