Start Washington Nationals Opening Weekend at Top of the Yard, located near Nationals Park in Navy Yard. Top of the Yard will open early for Opening Weekend, with doors opening at 11am on Friday, April 3 and 1pm on Saturday, April 4, offering a rooftop pregame setting with food, drinks, and views before first pitch.
Top of the Yard will open early for Nationals Opening Weekend, with doors opening at 11am on Friday, April 3 and 1pm on Saturday, April 4, with full food and drink service available.
The Washington Nationals Home Opening Weekend runs from April 3 through April 5 at Nationals Park. The Nationals host the Los Angeles Dodgers, with first pitch scheduled for 1:05pm on Friday and 4:05pm on Saturday. Opening Day on Friday also includes pregame ceremonies such as player introductions and other on-field festivities.
Navy Yard becomes a central gathering area before games at Nationals Park, with bars and restaurants opening earlier and foot traffic building steadily in the hours leading up to first pitch. The Navy Yard-Ballpark Metro station on the Green Line provides direct access to the stadium area and is one of the most efficient ways to arrive. Rideshare drop-offs are typically directed to designated zones nearby, though traffic increases significantly within an hour of the game. Top of the Yard is located immediately next to and overlooking Nationals Park, making it easy to stop in before heading toward the stadium entrances.
Enjoy a full menu of cocktails, beer, and shareable plates in a rooftop setting before the game. Whether you're meeting friends or heading to Nationals Park, Top of the Yard offers a convenient place to start your game day.
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