TRAFFIC ALERT: 2023 Jingle Bell 5k

Published on November 28, 2023

ARLINGTON, Va. – The Arthritis Foundation Jingle Bell 5k Run will be held Sunday, December 3, 2023 beginning at 8:00 a.m. The Arlington County Police Department will conduct the following road closures in order to accommodate the event:

From approximately 6:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m.

Northbound lanes of S. Joyce Street, between 15^th Street S. and Army Navy Drive

From approximately 7:30 a.m. until 11:00 a.m.

Army Navy Drive, between S. Joyce Street and 25^th Street S.
Southbound lanes of S. Joyce Street, between 15^th Street S. and Army Navy Drive

The public should expect to see an increased police presence in the area, and motorists are urged to follow law enforcement direction, be mindful of closures, and remain alert for increased pedestrian traffic. Additionally, other closures not mentioned above may be implemented at police discretion in the interest of public safety.

Traffic in the area is expected to be impacted and motorists are reminded to anticipate extended travel times and seek alternate routes to reduce road congestion. Race attendees and spectators are encouraged to use the Metro (the Pentagon City station, on the Blue and Yellow Lines, is located near the racecourse) or other forms of multimodal transportation, as street parking around the event will be limited. Paid parking is available at the Fashion Centre at Pentagon City garage for those choosing to drive.

Motorists should be on the lookout for temporary “No Parking” signs. Illegally parked vehicles may be ticketed or towed. If your vehicle is towed from a public street, call the Emergency Communications Center at 703-558-2222.