Temporary Detour: Johnny Blue Skies and the Dark Clouds Concert

Updated: 10/13/2026

Advisory Effective: Oct 17, 2026

Route Affected: D40

 

On Saturday, October 17, from 11:00pm until 11:59pm, buses will detour due to the Johnny Blue Skies and the Dark Clouds concert at Capital One Arena. Please allow additional travel time and avoid the area if possible.

Street Closure:

 

  • Buses will detour due to heavy vehicular and pedestrian traffic from special events

 

The following route will detour:

D40 7th St-Georgia Ave northbound towards Silver Spring

  • Buses begin detouring on 7th St at E St, NW, resuming regular route on 7th St at L St, NW.

D40 7th St-Georgia Ave southbound towards Archives

  • Buses begin detouring on 7th St at K St, NW, resuming regular route on 7th St at Constitution Ave, NW.

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