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The Anacostia BID empowers inclusive economic development by cultivating vibrant commercial corridors enriched with arts, culture, and creative placemaking across Historic Anacostia.

GETTING AROUND

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Exciting News: A New Website is Coming Soon!

We’re thrilled to announce that the Anacostia Business Improvement District (BID) is launching a brand-new website very soon! Our goal is to create a more user-friendly, informative, and visually engaging online experience for everyone in our community—whether you’re a local resident, business owner, or visitor.

Stay tuned for a fresh design, improved navigation, and up-to-date resources that will make it easier to explore all the exciting developments happening in Anacostia. We can’t wait to share it with you!

Thank you for your continued support. We look forward to connecting with you through our new online hub.

A Business Improvement District (BID) is a self-taxing district established by property owners to enhance the economic vitality of a specific commercial area. Established in 2012 as a DC nonprofit, the Anacostia Business Improvement District aims to support a thriving, diverse commercial and arts district via various programs, events, and initiatives.

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EVENTS, NEWS, SMALL BIZ, GRANTS, AND MORE!

Free Youth Fishing Classes Every Wednesday in Anacostia Park!
Free Youth Fishing Classes Every Wednesday in Anacostia Park!
FREE EVENTAnacostia BIDAugust 28, 2025ANACOSTIA PARK
In Living Color at Honfleur Gallery through October 11, 2025
In Living Color at Honfleur Gallery through October 11, 2025
ARTS & CULTUREAnacostia BIDAugust 28, 2025HONFLEUR GALLERY
Whiskey Wine-Down Wednesdays at DCity Smokehouse
Whiskey Wine-Down Wednesdays at DCity Smokehouse
FREE EVENTAnacostia BIDAugust 28, 2025DCITY SMOKEHOUSE
Martha's Table Training + Technical Assistance Program for Ward 8 Nonprofits
Martha's Table Training + Technical Assistance Program for Ward 8 Nonprofits
CLASSESAnacostia BIDAugust 28, 2025MARTHA'S TABLE
“Anacostia is Open”: Businesses Celebrate Resilience and Community Unity
“Anacostia is Open”: Businesses Celebrate Resilience and Community Unity
NEWSAnacostia BIDAugust 28, 2025ANACOSTIA BID
SEPT 6 | Write the Future! A Youth Literary Salon
SEPT 6 | Write the Future! A Youth Literary Salon
FREE EVENTAnacostia BIDAugust 22, 2025PROJECT CREATE
SEPT 12 | Art All Night Anacostia
SEPT 12 | Art All Night Anacostia
FREE EVENTAnacostia BIDAugust 22, 2025ART ALL NIGHT, ABID SPONSORED EVENTS
SEPT 13 | Jazz in the Garden: A Tribute to Dick Morgan at Project Create
SEPT 13 | Jazz in the Garden: A Tribute to Dick Morgan at Project Create
FREE EVENTThe Advoc8teAugust 22, 2025PROJECT CREATE
Fusion Festival Returns September 27, 2025!
Fusion Festival Returns September 27, 2025!
EVENTSAnacostia BIDAugust 22, 2025ANACOSTIA ARTS CENTER
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1800 Martin Luther King, Jr. Avenue, SE
Washington, DC 20020
(202) 897-5060

Anacostia Business Improvement District
1800 Martin Luther King Junior Avenue Southeast,
Washington, DC, 20020,
United States
202.449.9872 marketing@anacostiabid.org
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