Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts
As the only national park dedicated to presenting the performing arts, Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts hosts nearly 100 performances each summer at the Filene Center, and about 70 shows for children at the Theatre-in-the-Woods. The Barns of Wolf Trap are not part of Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts.
No matter what your age or taste in shows, you'll find something you like onstage at Wolf Trap. From May through September, multiple amphitheaters in the park present performances such as musicals, dance, opera, jazz, and popular and country music.
A good time to explore the beauty and history of the park without the crowds is October - April.
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Hours
The park is open to the public from 7 a.m. to dusk every day with the following exception: the park is closed to public visitation which is not performance related during park festivals and Filene Center performances to avoid conflict among visitor use activities. This public use limit also includes the two hours prior to and one hour following park festivals and Filene Center performances.
(Note: Many places fill to capacity on busy, nice weather days, especially holiday weekends. Please call ahead or visit the official website to get the most up-to-date information before visiting.)
Fees
Tickets for performances at the Filene Center and the Children's Theatre-in-the-Woods can be purchased on-line at www.wolftrap.org or by phone at 1-877-WOLFTRAP or in person at the Filene Center Box Office.
Theatre-in-the-Woods Performances: Tickets are $10 or $12 depending on the show. Children under 2 are free. Recommended for children pre-K through 6th grade.
There is no entrance fee at Wolf Trap. There are no parking fees at Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts.
Activities
Most of the activity in the park is centered around performances at the Filene Center and the Children's Theatre-in-the-Woods. Purchase tickets at the Box Office at the Main Gate to the Filene Center.
Performances at the Filene Center run from late May through mid-September and the Children's Theatre-in-the-Woods offers performances from late June through mid-August.
Ranger programs are available throughout the year.
Facilities
Theatre-in-the-Woods and the Filene Center
Accessibility
Tickets and Seating: Handicapped seating is available at the Filene Center.
Parking: Accessible parking areas are available for shows at the Filene Center and the Children's Theatre-in-the-Woods.
Wheelchair Assistance: Wheelchairs are available for Filene Center performances, ask any ranger or usher for assistance.
Hearing Assistance: Hearing loops are available for Filene Center performances. Ask any ranger or usher for assistance.
Sign Language Interpretation: Sign language interpretation for all performances can be arranged by calling (703) 255-1849 (TDD accessible). A minimum of three week advance notice is required.
