Free for Members
Join us for an exclusive members-only evening at George Washington’s Mount Vernon.
- Explore the gardens and grounds
- Visit the Farm or stroll along the wharf for a view across the Potomac River (closes at 7:30 p.m.)
- Meander through the Forest Trail until 7:30 p.m.
- Pay your respect at the Slave Memorial & Cemetery (closes at 7:30 p.m.)
- See the final resting place of George and Martha at the Washington's Tomb until 7:30 p.m.
- The Mount Vernon Shops will be open until 7 p.m.
Note: The Mansion will be closed during this event.
Outside food and drink is not allowed.
- Members may pre-order a picnic (see below).
- The Executive Orders Food Truck will be open for a quick snack or meal.
Space is limited and complimentary tickets must be reserved in advance.
*Member-Only After Hours Picnics may be canceled due to inclement weather. If the event is canceled, any pre-purchased food and beverage will be automatically canceled and refunded.
Purchase a Picnic
Picnics are available for pre-order through the Mount Vernon Inn.
Picnic Order Deadlines
Picnics must be purchased by 5 p.m. on the Tuesday before each picnic.
| Event Date | Order Deadline |
| August 30 | August 27 by 5 p.m. |
Seating
Guests are encouraged to bring a blanket or small lawn chair to sit on the East Lawn. Seating is not provided.
Tents, tables, pop-ups, grills, beach or free-standing umbrellas, coolers, and glass containers are not permitted.
No outside food or beverages are allowed, except bottled water.
Pet Policy
Please note, while we enjoy our four-legged friends during the daytime, pets are not allowed on the grounds for evening events.