DC D10 Bus Reroutes for Weekend Event
D10 bus route detours around downtown DC as Pennsylvania Avenue closes for DJ event
DC Metro D10 Bus Reroutes for DJ Pop-Up Event
Washington's D10 bus route will detour around downtown this weekend as Pennsylvania Avenue closes for a DJ pop-up series, transit officials said. The temporary reroute affects both eastbound and westbound service from Friday evening through Sunday night, April 17-19, 2026. WMATA said riders should expect delays and plan extra travel time during the three-day event.
Street Closures Prompt Service Changes
The Pennsylvania Ave DJ Pop-Up Series will close several downtown streets between 3rd and 7th Streets NW, forcing the route modification. Pennsylvania Avenue and Constitution Avenue will both be blocked in the closure zone from 7:00 PM Friday until 9:00 PM Sunday, according to WMATA. The agency said the closures are necessary to accommodate the weekend entertainment event. Street festivals and special events regularly require temporary transit adjustments in the downtown corridor, particularly during spring and summer months.
Detour Routes Announced for Both Directions
Eastbound D10 buses heading toward Southern Avenue will turn from Pennsylvania Avenue onto 7th Street NW, then resume their regular route on Independence Avenue at Washington Avenue SW. Westbound buses traveling toward Kennedy Center will detour from Independence Avenue at 4th Street SW before returning to Pennsylvania Avenue at 7th Street NW. WMATA said all regular stops outside the closure area will continue normal service. The agency didn't specify how many riders typically use the affected stops on an average weekend or whether shuttle service will be provided for the closed segment.
Weekend Event Affects Friday Through Sunday Service
The detour takes effect at 7:00 PM on Friday, April 17, 2026, and continues through 9:00 PM on Sunday, April 19, officials confirmed. Regular D10 service will resume once streets reopen Sunday evening. WMATA advised passengers to allow additional travel time throughout the weekend and consider avoiding the area if possible. The agency said riders can sign up for real-time service alerts through its notification system.
Riders Advised to Plan Ahead for Delays
Passengers using the D10 route this weekend should expect longer trip times and possible crowding at stops near the detour points, transit officials said. The agency recommended checking for updates before traveling, as event-related delays can vary throughout the day. Moovit provides real-time D10 bus tracking and alternative route suggestions for riders navigating the weekend detour.
