Parks & public facilities
$8.33median per child
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Middle half: $7.31–$15.42 per child
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Parks & public facilities
Birthday score3.5/5
How we rateAt Benning Park in Washington, DC, children have separate playground areas for younger and older ages, and the park has a picnic area. These facilities give parents a starting point for organizing a playground birthday gathering. The birthday arrangement is public group use through DPR's permit process, with parents planning the event. Fees depend on the event and reservation type. Apply through DPR and confirm which space your permit covers before settling the plans.
- Price
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- Address
- Southern Avenue and Fable Street SE, Washington, DC
Our take
3.5/5Benning Park makes sense for a birthday built around playground time and a picnic. Separate areas for younger and older children give a mixed age guest list somewhere to play, while the picnic area provides a natural focus for gathering. Courts and a field add options for a family organizing its own activities.
The main planning job is the permit. Apply at least 30 days ahead and check the fee for your event and reservation type. I would choose this for parents happy to shape the afternoon themselves, especially when playground play is the birthday child's main request.
Questions to ask Benning Park before booking
These eight points decide whether a party works out and what it really costs. It is easiest to go through them in one phone call.
- How many children fit per party, and when does the price go up?
- Is the room private to our group or shared with other guests?
- How long is the package, and when does the clock start?
- Is a host or activity leader included, or do the parents supervise?
- Can we bring our own cake, drinks or food?
- What costs extra: decorations, food, socks, additional adults?
- Until when can we cancel or reschedule for free?
- Is there space for gifts, coats and the parents' waiting time?
FAQ
Is this a hosted birthday package?
The birthday arrangement is a public group use permit for a gathering parents organize themselves. Confirm with DPR which space is approved for your event.
What other recreation spaces are in the park?
Benning Park has basketball and tennis courts, a field and a gazebo. Confirm with DPR which facilities can be included in your event reservation.
When should I submit the permit application?
DPR asks for permit applications at least 30 days ahead and no later than two weeks before your event.
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Prices, hours and packages last checked on Oct 21, 2026. Information is provided without guarantee. Please confirm details with the venue before booking.
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