Glen Echo Park is hosting a festival to celebrate the 104-year-old Dentzel Carousel’s season opening! In addition to riding the carousel ($2.00 per ride or $5 for an all-day pass), visitors will enjoy many FREE activities throughout the Park, including performances, hands-on art projects, open studios & galleries, and more!

ALSO HAPPENING ON CAROUSEL DAY: Civil Rights & History Tour

Who led the Civil Rights protests to desegregate Glen Echo Amusement Park in 1960? Which amusement park ride was a focal point of the protests? How did Glen Echo Park become part of the National Park System? Explore Glen Echo Park’s history on this 45-minute free walking tour and find out the answers to these questions and more! This 45-minute ranger-led tour starts at the Dentzel Carousel at 10:00am. No registration required