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About National Harbor at the Plateau
The Plateau at National Harbor is a large, flexible outdoor event space located at 165 Waterfront Street, National Harbor, MD 20745. Spanning roughly 210,000 square feet, the venue accommodates 10,000–15,000 guests and adapts to each event with no fixed seating chart. Whether you’re hosting a Cirque Italia show, a summer concert series, or a large community gathering, this wide-open space offers a blank canvas for memorable experiences.
Getting here is straightforward with multiple parking options and public transit routes. The Plateau is a hub for events at National Harbor, and nearby hotels and restaurants provide convenient lodging and dining for you and your guests. Consider secure, stress-free planning with our affiliate partners for hotels and dining to enhance your visit.
Parking is available in three covered National Harbor garages—Fleet, Mariner, and St. George—plus additional parking for specific activities. The Plateau Lot is often used for event parking, with addresses varying by event. For transit, WMATA bus lines P94, P90, and C11 serve the area, and water taxi and other options connect you to the broader Washington, DC region. Nearby hotels include Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center, MGM National Harbor, Westin National Harbor, and AC Hotel National Harbor, making it easy to pair your tickets with comfortable stays and great meals. For the best experience, book through our trusted partners for hotels and restaurants as you secure your seats.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Address and venue type: The Plateau, a wide-open paved outdoor event space at 165 Waterfront Street, National Harbor, MD 20745.
- Capacity and size: Approximately 210,000 sq ft, accommodates 10,000–15,000 people.
- Seating chart: There is no fixed seating chart; the space is flexible/open and configured per event.
- Parking: Three National Harbor covered garages (Fleet, Mariner, St. George) and additional parking for activities; Plateau Lot parking is used for events (addresses vary by event).
- Transit: Public transit options include WMATA bus lines P94, P90, and C11; water taxi and other transit options available.
- Nearby hotels: Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center (201 Waterfront Street), MGM National Harbor (101 MGM National Ave), Westin National Harbor (171 Waterfront Street), AC Hotel National Harbor (156 Waterfront Street).
- Notable events hosted: Cirque Italia – Water Circus at The Plateau (Nov 2025), UniverSoul Circus at National Harbor Plateau (2023–2025), Salute the Sunset Concert Series (summer 2025).
- Renamed/demolition status: The Plateau remains active under its current name; no demolition or renaming reported as of 2026.