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The Reach is the Kennedy Center’s dynamic campus extension, a flexible, multi‑purpose venue that blends indoor and outdoor spaces with riverfront views. Located at 2700 F Street NW in Washington, DC, The Reach adds a new dimension to performances, rehearsals, and community programming while keeping the same trusted, straightforward ticket experience you expect. With more than 130,000 square feet of space and capacity for up to about 5,000 guests per time slot across all spaces, The Reach is designed to host a wide range of events—from intimate performances in Studio J to larger showcases in the Skylight Pavilion and River Pavilion.

Whether you’re planning a concert, dance recital, or festival-style program, we’ve got you covered. We’ll help you find the right space, confirm availability, and secure your seats with ease. Here’s what to know about seating, parking, transit, and nearby options to make your visit smooth and enjoyable.

Venue Overview and Spaces

  • Skylight Pavilion — seated 300 / standing 424
  • River Pavilion — seated 148 / standing 268
  • Studio K — seated 300 / standing 350
  • Justice Forum — seated 144
  • Studio F — seated 164
  • Studio J — seated 50
  • Overall, The Reach offers indoor and outdoor spaces with riverfront views and versatile configurations to suit a range of events.

Accessibility and flexibility are built into the design, so you can plan everything from intimate rehearsals to larger performances. When you’re ready, we’ll guide you through site options, dates, and seating choices to match your event needs.

Parking and Transportation

  • Parking: On-site Kennedy Center garage with typical rates around the best available price. Shuttle service to the Foggy Bottom Metro is available, making quick connections to broader DC transit easy.
  • Transit: The Kennedy Center offers a free shuttle to Foggy Bottom–GWU Metro. The closest rail stations are Foggy Bottom–GWU (Orange/Blue/Silver lines), with additional bus routes serving the area.

Nearby Hotels and Dining

For dining, you’ll find a range of nearby options within walking distance or a short ride, from chic riverfront eateries to classic DC bistros. We feature affiliate partner recommendations for hotels and restaurants to help you plan a streamlined visit while supporting your ticket purchase experience.

Events at The Reach have included the REACH Opening Festival (Sept 7–22, 2019) with hundreds of free events, Portraits of Courage in Studio K (Oct–Nov 2019), and the Reach to Forest environmental festival (Feb–Mar 2024). If your event is rescheduled, we’ll mark it as RESCHEDULED from its original date and provide the latest details for your planning.

Need help choosing the right space or securing seats for a date at The Reach? Think of us as your friend in the business—reliable, straightforward, and ready to help you secure your seats with no fuss.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address: The Reach, The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, 2700 F Street NW, Washington, DC 20566.
  • Venue type: Flexible, multi-purpose performance and rehearsal spaces built as a campus extension to the Kennedy Center, with indoor and outdoor spaces and a riverfront view.
  • Total capacity: Up to about 5,000 per time slot across indoor/outdoor spaces (130,000+ sq ft of space).
  • Space capacities (examples): Skylight Pavilion seated 300 / standing 424; River Pavilion seated 148 / standing 268; Studio K seated 300 / standing 350; Justice Forum seated 144; Studio F seated 164; Studio J seated 50.
  • Parking: On-site Kennedy Center garage; parking rates commonly cited around $16–$25 with shuttle options to the Foggy Bottom Metro.
  • Transit: Kennedy Center offers a free shuttle from Foggy Bottom–GWU Metro; closest rail is the Foggy Bottom–GWU station (Orange/Blue/Silver lines).
  • Nearby hotels: The Watergate Hotel (very close, steps away); State Plaza Hotel (nearby); other Foggy Bottom options like The River Inn and similar properties within walking distance.
  • Notable events hosted: The REACH Opening Festival (Sept 7–22, 2019) with hundreds of free events; Portraits of Courage, a Bush family art exhibit (Oct–Nov 2019) in Studio K; Reach to Forest environmental festival (Feb–Mar 2024).