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About Kennedy Center Family Theater

The Kennedy Center Family Theater is a dedicated youth and family venue in the heart of Washington, DC. Opened on December 9, 2005 to replace the AFI Theater, this intimate space typically hosts 320–324 seats of engaging performances for young audiences and families. Located at 2700 F Street NW, the theater sits within easy reach of Foggy Bottom and the National Mall, making it a convenient choice for a memorable family outing.

Whether you’re planning a weekday matinee or a weekend show, we’ve got you covered with reliable ticket access, up-to-date venue details, and nearby accommodation and dining options to make your visit smooth from start to finish.

Quick facts about the venue: seating capacity commonly listed as 320–324 seats with seating charts referenced in Kennedy Center rental materials. Parking is available in the on-site Kennedy Center garage, with nearby Watergate-area garages as options; typical event parking ranges based on timing. Transportation includes the Foggy Bottom–GWU Metro station (Orange/Blue/Yellow lines), the Kennedy Center Shuttle, and local bus service such as the D10 route. Nearby hotels include The Watergate Hotel (about 0.2 miles away), ARC Hotel Washington DC (Foggy Bottom), and Residence Inn Washington, DC/Foggy Bottom. The theater has hosted notable family programming like The Day You Begin (premiered in 2022) and continues to feature music-for-young-audiences and other family-friendly performances. Note: for the latest event details, times, and accessibility information, secure your seats with us and plan ahead.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address: 2700 F Street NW, Washington, DC 20566
  • Venue type: Kennedy Center Family Theater (a dedicated youth/family venue) opened December 9, 2005, replacing the AFI Theater
  • Capacity: commonly listed as 320 seats; other sources list 324 seats
  • Seating chart: seating configuration is documented for the 320–324 seat Family Theater; seating charts are referenced in Kennedy Center rental materials
  • Parking: on-site Kennedy Center garage; nearby Watergate-area parking garages; typical event parking often in the $16–$25 range depending on timing
  • Transit: closest Metro is Foggy Bottom–GWU (Orange/Blue/Yellow lines); Kennedy Center Shuttle runs to the center; bus service (e.g., D10) also serves the area
  • Nearby hotels: The Watergate Hotel (about 0.2 miles); ARC Hotel Washington DC (Foggy Bottom); Residence Inn Washington, DC/Foggy Bottom
  • Notable events hosted: The Day You Begin (premiered at Kennedy Center Family Theater in 2022); additional family programming and music-for-young-audiences events have appeared in center calendars
  • Renaming/demolition note: as of late 2025, reports indicate the center’s board voted to rename the institution (e.g., to a Trump-associated name) and signage was updated; in 2026 the center announced a two-year renovation closure