Glen Echo Park, Glen Echo: Photos, Reviews & Location

Managed by the Partnership for Arts & Culture, this park has kids camps, concerts, art shows & more.

At a glance

Rating breakdown

5 ★70%
4 ★22%
3 ★6%
2 ★1%
1 ★1%

7300 Macarthur Blvd, Glen Echo, MD 20812, United States

glenechopark.org

+1 301-634-2222

Quick facts

What is the rating of Glen Echo Park?: Glen Echo Park is rated 4.6 out of 5 based on 2,144 reviews.
Where is Glen Echo Park located?: 7300 Macarthur Blvd, Glen Echo, MD 20812, United States
How can I contact Glen Echo Park?: Phone: +1 301-634-2222 · Website: glenechopark.org

I had read about this place but never gone until now. It's like going back in time! Like time stood still. You have to check this place out. It's a hidden gem of history! Make the stop! They scenery driving there was beautiful.

Ed -Rockville 2023 Oct 18

Fabulous home for community events such as dancing in the Spanish Ballroom, the annual Washington Folk Festival, the upcoming Art Deco show, galleries and workspaces for crafts people, etc. Events and playground for kids and families. Also the scenic wooded gorge, the carousel, etc etc etc. So thankful this historic place has been preserved for all to enjoy long into the future😉 !

Anthony Putnam 2023 Oct 16

Fantastic NPS site that used to be a theme park. NPS conserved it and now there is a small aquarium, dance groups, and different types of artisans, as well as a bakery. So with the artisans and the dance groups - you can actually take classes, and in the case of the different artisans, you can also buy their expertly made wares. This place was also known as one of the famous Chataquas - bastions of liberal thought and education. It was also the site of some major civil rights desegregation activity in the early 60s. Tons of history and cultural learning are here at your fingertips in a venue that has significant historical and cultural meaning - it’s awesome - definitely check this out! Check their website first (nps)and learn what is going on and the programs you can get involved in before you venture out to get the most out of this enriching experience.

Bee Bee 2023 Sep 02

I love this park great for the kids to get away. Lots of history and back there by the park, Canal road on the side they have lots to park free and there are nice trails by the canal. The park is wheelchair and stroller friendly but the trails by the canal not really. Is beautiful ❤️

Lisa Reed 2023 Jun 28

Be sure to visit and try the many wonderful events here. Our favorites so far are Praline Cafe in the Park - pistachio chocolate croissants; Paul Swartwood at the Glen Echo Glassworks - unique glass art (mushroom lamp) & glass blowing classes; the Denzel Carousel; art shows & sales; dance lessons of all kinds; Argentine Tango lessons with fabulous Rene Davila of Tango Brillante DC - every Sunday (Ballroom Back Room) Tango lessons 6:30, Milonga lesson 7:30, social dance until 11:00. First Sunday live music with Ramon Gonzalez & Emmanuel Trifilio, third Sunday guest DJ Kamlesh, special events with live music in the Spanish Ballroom!

Nick Book 2023 Jun 23

One of the most amazing places I have visited. Old amusement park from the 60s/70s , still has the original neon lights on. If you're into art of any form, history, nature, etc. Check it out.

Can't wait to see what they do with the old pool. I'm hoping for a cool mural (like at my work😉😉) and maybe a Serenity Garden. 😉

Margarita-Photography 2023 Jun 13

I absolutely LOVED photographing this small colorful small wedding here. The location is really lovely, there are tons of backdrops for photographs which is so helpful. The ceremony space if covered which is great if you need to have your wedding easier in the day and you don't have to stress about rain. PLUS there is lots of free parking for you and your guests. I hope I get to photograph many more weddings here.

Kat Fred 2023 Jun 12

This is the perfect little park with a merry-go-round, playground, glass blowing studios, pretty gardens and woodland trails. Looks like they put on theatre productions and other functions in a ballroom dancing building. Plenty of parking in a lot across the stream. Walk through the woods on the paved pathway to all the buildings & play areas.

Wanita Niehaus 2023 May 30

Glen Echo is a jewel in the park system of the greater Washington area. The restored art deco buildings are wonderful. There's plenty of open space for kids to play, in addition to the beautifully restored carousel. The Spanish ballroom is a functioning dance hall, with a variety of musical acts and dances each week. I went recently on a Sunday, a trio played music for several hours while people did ballroom dancing in the afternoon. Other activities at Glen Echo include photography, glass, blowing, pottery, theater, and art classes.

Barbara O Photography 2023 Feb 03

Talk about an amazing place for a wedding! As a wedding photographer, I LOVE non-traditional off-beat place for a couple's big day that really reflects personality. Glen Echo is 100% a venue like that. Peep these photos of a wedding last Fall that was glorious and make me want to return!

beyondTabu 2022 Jun 18

Nice open area. The aquarium is a must visit, as well as the carousel.
Even though the aquarium is small, there’s lots of info provided on the local aquatic life and they have a life fish in tanks to see.

Not much else was open though.
Def has potential.