Farewell RFK Stadium

Today's features Ozgur Kiyat who traveled from Turkey to see RFK Stadium!

In the summer of 1993, the diehard Washington fan visited his aunt in DC. Even in the offseason, Kiyat made sure he saw the place his favorite football team called home.

Did you know the iconic Presidents Race got its start at RFK Stadium?

A staple at all games since July 2006, the Racing Presidents initially represented the four presidents who appear on Mount Rushmore. Now the lineup has expanded to include William Howard Taft, Calvin Coolidge and Herbert Hoover.

Which Racing President never won a single race at RFK Stadium?

RFK Stadium was no stranger to a benefit concert – including Equality Rocks! In April 2000, the Equality Rocks concert was produced by the Human Rights Campaign to raise awareness and visibility of LGBTQ+ rights in the US. The sold-out show featured stars such as George Michael, Melissa Etheridge, Garth Brooks, and more.

Share your favorite concert at RFK below!