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$8.33median per child
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Parks & public facilities
Birthday score3.5/5
How we rateTurkey Thicket Recreation Center has a playground and covered picnic areas for a birthday gathering in Washington, DC. Children can play outdoors, and the center also has a toddler room and basketball facilities. DPR permits birthday celebrations here. Permit fees depend on the space and reservation category, so check the applicable rate and deposit before settling your budget. Apply online at least 30 days ahead and no later than two weeks before the event.
- Ages
- Ages 2 and up
- Price
- See party packages
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- Address
- 1100 Michigan Avenue NE, Washington, DC 20017
- Phone
- 202-576-9238
Our take
3.5/5Turkey Thicket gives parents several ways to shape an active birthday. A toddler room and playground make it worth considering for younger children, while basketball and tennis suggest a different plan for a group interested in sports. Covered picnic areas are another useful space to ask about when arranging the gathering.
Choose the part of the center that matters most to your child before applying for the permit. Swimming is shared with the general public, so keep that in mind if the pool is central to the plan. Allow time for the DPR application and check the fee for your reservation category.
Questions to ask Turkey Thicket Recreation Center 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
Can we reserve the pool for a private birthday party?
Private pool parties are prohibited. Guests at a party who want to swim must use the indoor pool with the general public.
What other recreation spaces are at the center?
The center also has tennis and baseball facilities, a walking track and a spray park. Ask which spaces are available for your gathering when requesting the permit.
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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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