ARRIVAL

Your day-of guide to Violet Vibes.

GETTING HERE

Metro & Rideshare
We strongly encourage ride share and public transportation as parking is limited. The closest Metro stations to The Anthem at the District Wharf are L'Enfant Plaza and Waterfront. Both stations are roughly a 10 to 15-minute walk (about 4 blocks) from the venue.

Please also consider utilizing the free SW Shuttle.
The shuttle will operate from 9 AM to 7 PM on Sunday, September 27. 

For Rideshare, The Anthem is located at 901 Wharf Street SW, Washington, DC 20024, in the District Wharf. The main entrance is behind the 900 block of Maine Avenue SW, on the waterfront side.

 

Parking Garages
The Wharf has three underground parking garages that are open around the clock though none of the three parking garages offer reserved or prepaid parking. Each garage has multiple entrances:

A live parking garage capacity count can be found on The Wharf-DC website.

Handicap accessible parking spaces are available in all garages.
The clearance height in all garages is 8'2".
Contactless Payments (Samsung Pay, Apple Pay, Google Pay, etc.) are accepted at our pay on foot machines. Guests may also scan the QR code on the back of their ticket to pay for parking. Guests who pay for parking via QR code must exit the garage within 15 minutes of paying.
You can speed up your payment by using the ParkMobile App on your phone (use Zone 326). Upon entering the garage, pull a parking ticket and scan it with your ParkMobile app. When you are leaving, let the ParkMobile app know and your account will be automatically charged based on the duration of your stay. You must exit the garage within 15 minutes of paying.

There are Bikeshare Stations at the following locations. Please note that bikes are subject to availability.

  • 7th St and Maine Ave SW
  • 9th St and Maine Ave SW
  • Water St and Maine Ave SW

DAY-OF: DISTRICT WHARF INFORMATION

Yes, all guests accessing the Violet Vibes activities are subject to security checks.

Clear bags up to 16” x 16” x 8” and small non-clear clutches up to 5” x 7” x ¾” are permitted within The Anthem. Backpacks, luggage, coolers, and computer bags are strictly prohibited.

For your convenience, there are several public restrooms throughout The Wharf:

  • Jetty Terminal Building on Transit Pier, below Cantina Bambina (wheelchair accessible)
  • Water Street SW below 800 Maine Avenue, behind CVS (wheelchair accessible)
  • Fish Market area, below Tiki TNT
  • 600 Water Street, across from Kilwin's Ice Cream
  • 610 Water Street, behind Fish Shop - only open during events in that area
  • There is food and drink available for purchase throughout the Wharf. A list of dining options can be found here.
  • Food will also be available within The Anthem for purchase. Please note that outside food/beverage will not be permitted within The Anthem.

This event is a rain or shine event pending extreme weather conditions. Any cancellations or postponements will be communicated via the ticket portal and the museum’s social media platforms. Stay connected by following @NMAAHC across your digital channels.

DAY-OF: THE ANTHEM INFORMATION

You must be 18+ years or older to obtain a ticket, but there is not an age requirement to attend the event. Minors 16 and under must be accompanied by an adult at all times. You must be 21+ to consume alcohol.

A limited number of day-of tickets will be available on a first-come first-served basis.

Queuing will not be permitted until 1 hour before doors open.

Yes, a valid photo ID will be required upon entry.

All set times and performers can be found ont the NMAAHC ticketing page in the near future.

Within the week of the event, tickets will be sent digitally to the email used for registration for each individual guest. If you need assistance, there will be team members available on site to troubleshoot any issues with your digital ticket.

The Anthem offers food and snacks for sale inside the venue.

Outside food & beverage is prohibited.

POLICIES

Most artists do not permit professional cameras, video, or audio recording. Photo and recording policies are at the acts’ discretion and change for each event. You may bring your camera with the understanding that you will likely need to check it with us for the duration of the show. There is a charge to store items at Coat Check.

  • Weapons including guns, knives, chains, spiked bracelets, brass knuckles, projectiles, tasers, mace/pepper spray.
  • Balloons, permanent markers, stickers, silly string, fireworks.
  • Flags or banners larger than 8.5×11 in.
  • Cans, bottles, or coolers – empty plastic bottles permitted.
  • Chairs, stools.
  • Outside food and beverages.
  • Illegal drugs or drug paraphernalia.
  • Laser pointers.
  • Monopods, tripods, or selfie sticks.
  • Noisemakers such as can operated air horns, sirens, kazoos, whistles.
  • Non-service animals.
  • Sticks or poles (medical aids as canes/crutches permitted).
  • Dedicated video and audio recording devices.
  • No laptop computers, tablets or any other similar electronic devices.
  • Professional cameras (have removable lenses), action cameras and accessories (GoPro).
  • Backpacks, luggage, and bags larger than a small purse will be searched and must go into coat check.
  • Motorcycle helmets.

Daytime Anthem : Yes, Re-entry is allowed in conjunction with District and Transit Pier activities. We wish for guests to have a full a robust daytime experience with the freedom to explore as desired. Please note that entry is based on capacity.

Nighttime Anthem: Yes, re-entry is allowed. However, entry will be based on capacity.