Parks & Recreation News

Arlington's 2025 Summer Camp Registration Dates are Here

Published on December 11, 2024

We’re excited to announce the registration dates for 2025 Summer Camps in Arlington County!

Save the Date - MLK Tribute

Published on December 10, 2024

The annual tribute to Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. will take place on Sun., Jan. 19, from 5-6:30 p.m. at Wakefield High School.

Register for Winter ENJOY Arlington Classes

Published on December 03, 2024

Registration is now open for winter activities.

Letters to Santa

Published on November 27, 2024

Santa wants to hear from you! A special mailbox has been set up just for your Santa letters.

Expanded Hours at Long Branch and Gulf Branch Nature Centers

Published on November 15, 2024

We are pleased to announce our nature centers are now open six days a week!

Teen Takeover: Battle of the DJs

Published on October 30, 2024

The second Teen Takeover of the school year will be hosted on Sat., Nov. 16 with a Battle of the DJs.

Adult Skate Night Nov. 9

Published on October 30, 2024

Sat., Nov. 9 will be a special Adults Only Skate Night!

Family Night at Carver

Published on October 09, 2024

This fun, free drop-in program for the whole family takes place on the first Friday of each month from 6-8 p.m.

Red Cross Babysitting Class

Published on November 12, 2024

Registration is open for youth ages 11 to 17 who want to learn safe and responsible babysitting techniques.

Parent's Night Out is Back

Published on October 07, 2024

Kids ages 5-10 will enjoy art projects, healthy snacks, play field games and more!

Fall Heritage Festival Oct. 6

Published on September 26, 2024

Step back into history and try your hand at some old-time games and crafts, make a corn husk doll, churn butter, dip candles and work the cider press.

Register for a Free Native Tree

Published on September 04, 2024

The Arlington County Department of Parks and Recreation is providing 500 young native trees to Arlington residents at no cost this fall.

2024 Festival Latinoamericano

Published on August 20, 2024

The 2024 Festival Latinoamericano will be held on Fri., Oct. 4, from 5-9 p.m. at Arlington Mill Community Center.

Fall ENJOY Arlington Registration Now Open

Published on July 25, 2024

Check out the Fall ENJOY Arlington catalog and all the exciting classes and nature and history programs offered.

Celebrate Parks & Recreation Month With Us

Published on July 02, 2024

Check out our list of free, fun, daily activities happening throughout the month of July!

Bounce in the Park

Published on June 25, 2024

Kids ages 3-9 are invited to join us for bounce house fun at select parks on Wednesdays & Fridays this summer.

Late Night at the Mill is Back

Published on June 13, 2024

Late Night at the Mill -- the teen summer series you know and love is coming back for summer 2024! Enjoy art activities, music, sports, and food from 7-10 p.m. on select Saturdays.

Firefly Festival June 30

Published on June 12, 2024

Learn about fireflies and how you can help them thrive at this annual free event.

Spraygrounds are Open

Published on May 21, 2024

Our six spraygrounds and water features are open Memorial Day through Labor Day.

Register for Summer ENJOY Arlington Classes

Published on May 06, 2024

Check out the Summer 2024 ENJOY Arlington catalog and all the exciting classes and nature and history programs offered by Arlington Parks and Recreation this summer.

Nominations Being Accepted for the Bill Thomas Park Volunteer Award

Published on April 30, 2024

Know someone who is dedicated to improving our parks & public spaces? Nominate them for the 2023 Bill Thomas Park Volunteer Award.

New Teens Homepage Launched

Published on April 18, 2024

Looking for teen programming in Arlington? Check out the new Teens homepage, which will serve as your one-shop-stop for everything teens.

Family Fun Day in the Park

Published on April 15, 2024

You're not going to want to miss Family Fun Day in the Park on Sat. May 18 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Alcova Heights Park.

Register for the Creative Preschooler Program

Published on April 08, 2024

Preschool programs are designed to provide children ages 3-5 with their first social group experience outside the home.

EarthFest 2024

Published on March 19, 2024

Join us on Sat. April 13 from 3 - 5 p.m. at Arlington Mill for our annual EarthFest. You can enjoy a variety of crafts, demonstrations, and projects designed to inspire us to live a little greener.

Spring Native Plant Sale

Published on March 11, 2024

Beautify your garden with a selection of plants that have evolved with the local climate and wildlife.

FY 2025 Proposed County Budget Released

Published on February 27, 2024

With a focus on the community’s needs and priorities, while addressing a shortfall in the coming fiscal year, County Manager Mark Schwartz proposed the FY 2025 budget to the County Board on Sat., Feb. 24.

Spring ENJOY Arlington Registration Begins March 5

Published on February 26, 2024

Check out the Spring ENJOY Arlington catalog and all the exciting classes and nature and history programs offered by Arlington Parks & Recreation this spring.

Repairs at Long Bridge Aquatics & Fitness Center Are Underway

Published on February 21, 2024

Repair work at the LBAFC is well underway with construction staging at the 50-meter pool being near completion.

Repairs at Long Bridge Aquatics & Fitness Center to Begin January 29

Published on January 22, 2024

Starting January 29, the Long Bridge Aquatics & Fitness Center will operate on an adjusted schedule to address necessary repairs in the 50-meter and leisure pool areas.

Available Now - The 2024 Summer Camp Catalog

Published on January 17, 2024

Arlington Parks & Recreation is excited to share our 2024 Summer Camp Catalog with ten weeks of camps from June 17-Aug. 23.

2024 MLK Tribute

Published on December 29, 2023

The 2024 MLK Tribute will be held on Sun., Jan. 14, 5-6:30 p.m. in the Wakefield High School auditorium.

Free Fitness Classes with Long Bridge Membership or Pass

Published on December 18, 2023

Need another reason to love the Long Bridge Aquatics & Fitness Center ? Beginning Jan. 2, memberships and passes will include drop-in fitness classes for free. Sign up for a membership today and power up your resolutions in 2024.

Mark Your Calendar for 2024 Summer Camp Registration

Published on December 14, 2023

We're excited to announce the registration dates for 2024 summer camp.

Winter Break Camps Dec. 21-22 & 27-29

Published on December 01, 2023

School's out for winter break! Keep your child engaged with our fun break camps.

Winter ENJOY Arlington Registration is Open

Published on November 21, 2023

Check out the Winter ENJOY Arlington catalog and all the exciting classes and nature and history programs offered by Arlington Parks and Recreation this winter.

Get Your Bounce On

Published on November 01, 2023

Children ages 3-9 can bounce freely indoors with three bounce houses.

Documentary Screening and Discussion: Invisible Warriors

Published on October 16, 2023

Discover the untold story of the 600,000 African American Rosie the Riveters who worked in factories, shipyards and government offices during World War II through this documentary film, “Invisible Warriors: African American Women in World War II.”

Fall Heritage Festival

Published on October 10, 2023

Step back into history and try your hand at some old-time games and crafts, make a corn husk doll, churn butter, dip candles and work the cider press.

Parent's Night Out is Back

Published on October 04, 2023

Need a night out without the kids?

Register for a Free Native Tree

Published on September 05, 2023

Arlington County Department of Parks and Recreation is providing 500 young native trees to Arlington residents at no cost this fall.

Sprayground Season Extended through Sept. 17

Published on August 30, 2023

Spraygrounds will remain open through Sun., Sept. 17.

Share Your Feedback on the New Draft Athletic Field Availability Frame

Published on July 24, 2023

Share your feedback now through Sept. 8 on the draft Athletic Field Availability Framework and new approach that can help facilitate drop-in play opportunities on athletic fields across the County.

Register for Virtual 5K or 10K

Published on July 13, 2023

Walk, run or roll in Arlington's virtual 5K or 10K program for ages 13 and older.

Share Your Feedback on Deer Management in Arlington

Published on June 16, 2023

Recent aerial and ground surveys found that there are too many deer in the natural parks in Arlington County. If nothing is done, overbrowsing of our natural lands will harm the deer and the local ecosystem

Late Night at the Mill Teen Summer Series

Published on June 15, 2023

Middle and high school teens! Join in on the fun at Arlington Mill Community Center for six great nights of dance, sports, art activities, snacks and more.

Help Shape the Latest Draft of the Forestry and Natural Resources Plan

Published on June 01, 2023

The County is seeking community feedback on the latest version of the draft Forestry and Natural Resources Plan (FNRP) between now and June 30.

Spraygrounds are Open for the Season

Published on May 26, 2022

Our six spraygrounds and water features are open Memorial Day through Labor Day.

Summer Enjoy Registration is Open

Published on May 18, 2023

View the ENJOY Arlington Summer Catalog to explore all the great activities.

New Registration Website is Now Launched

Published on May 01, 2023

We’ve made improvements that now allow for better navigation and overall user experience as you explore classes, reserve facilities, sign up for memberships and more.

Family Fun Day in the Park - CANCELED

Published on April 10, 2023

The whole family is invited to our free Family Fun Day in the Park event on Sat., April 29.

Join the Park Corps

Published on April 25, 2023

Get experience in Park Services. Join the Park Corps one-week program where you will learn first-hand with permanent park employees.

Our Registration Website is Getting a New Look

Published on April 17, 2023

The Department of Parks and Recreation is making improvements to our registration website.

It's not Raining, Why are Fields Closed?

Published on March 28, 2024

Here come April showers. Our programs and facilities are impacted by inclement weather, including our fields.

Nominate a Park Hero

Published on March 21, 2023

Know someone who is dedicated to improving our parks and public spaces? Nominate them for the 2022 Bill Thomas Park Volunteer Award.

Spring ENJOY Arlington Registration is Open

Published on February 27, 2023

Check out the Spring 2023 ENJOY Arlington catalog and all the exciting classes and nature and history programs offered by Arlington Parks & Recreation this spring.

Black History Month Photo Scavenger Hunt

Published on February 01, 2023

Throughout the month of February, help find "Sam Sandiego", a fun-loving spy who wants to discover the hidden historic gems in Arlington.

Families Unplugged

Published on February 23, 2023

Learn, grow, and play together as a family on select Saturday mornings from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. at Lubber Run Community Center.

Paint, Build, Create Sat., Jan. 14.

Published on January 10, 2023

Arlington’s annual Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math (STEAM) event returns to Fairlington Community Center on Sat., Jan. 14 from 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

Reach Your Fitness Goals in 2023

Published on January 03, 2023

No matter what your resolutions are for the new year, a DPR fitness membership is the perfect opportunity to get moving in 2023.

Arlington's Annual Tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King: Watch the Video

Published on December 20, 2022

Watch the video of Arlington's annual tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. on Sun., Jan. 15 at Washington-Liberty High School.

GrandDay: Winter Wonderland Ball Dec. 17.

Published on December 08, 2022

Put on your fancy outfits and join us for a wonderful Winter Wonderland Ball! Enjoy some fun quality time with your favorite dance partner while you listen to music, create winter crafts, learn some new moves, and dance the afternoon away together.

Register for the Eugene Green Memorial Adult Basketball League

Published on November 09, 2022

Registration for winter adult and high school age basketball is happening now.

Second Saturday Crafternoon Workshops

Published on November 08, 2022

Join us each month for a new, fun, free hands-on art project at our Second Saturday Crafternoons.

Open Bounce is Back

Published on November 01, 2023

Jump with us! Children ages 3-9 can bounce freely indoors with three bounce houses.

Know a Tree in Arlington You Think is Cool?

Published on October 18, 2022

Nominations are now being accepted for Arlington's annual Notable Tree Awards.

Monstergrams Mural at Lubber Run Park

Published on October 06, 2022

Get Instagram-spooky this Halloween season! Check out (if you dare), the Monstergrams mural at Lubber Run Park featuring your favorite spine-chilling monsters made especially for you and your social media friends by the Parks and Recreation’s Community Arts team.

The Spotted Lanternfly Has Landed in Our Region

Published on August 26, 2022

Virginia Cooperative Extension has been monitoring the arrival of this invasive in our region.

Share your Input on Draft Forestry and Natural Resources Plan

Published on August 05, 2022

Numerous opportunities are planned to gather input from the community over the coming months. You can read the first draft of the plan and share your thoughts now.

Movies in the Park

Published on August 02, 2022

Join the National Landing BID for a month of outdoor movie nights at Virginia Highlands Park.

ENJOY Arlington Fall Registration is Now Open

Published on July 27, 2022

Check out the Fall ENJOY Arlington catalog and all the exciting classes and nature and history programs offered this fall.

Movie Nights are Back

Published on June 29, 2022

Watch free movies under the stars on Fridays and Saturdays in August at Arlington Mill Community Center and Penrose Square.

Arlington, DC Region Impresses in 2022 City Nature Challenge

Published on May 12, 2022

With 445 cities participating, representing 47 countries, this year's City Nature Challenge was another successful global citizen science event.

Arlington's Park System Jumps into the Top Three in U.S.

Published on May 04, 2022

With 99% of Arlington residents living within a 10-minute walk to a park, the importance of the County’s parks was acutely felt during the COVID-19 pandemic. Arlington’s more than 150 parks served as places to connect and exercise, and they were integral in strengthening our community’s mental and physical well-being.

ENJOY Arlington Registration Opens May 17 With New Features

Published on May 05, 2022

Ahead of ENJOY Arlington Summer Class registration, Arlington County’s Department of Parks and Recreation is announcing new features to the registration process. The improved format will reduce wait times and help with system stability and equity.

Arlington Celebrates Earth Month!

Published on April 06, 2022

April is Earth Month. Join us throughout the month for events and programs to celebrate and protect Mother Earth!

ENJOY Arlington Class Registration Opens March 16 & Beyond!

Published on March 07, 2022

Browse and register for our spring recreation, nature and history programs!

Get Ready for Summer Camps!

Published on January 25, 2022

Summer camp season is back! Our 2022 summer camp catalog is online now!

Cold Weather Fun on Fields

Published on December 21, 2021

Have fun on our fields during cold weather! Arlington’s goal is to have as many places to play available for the community. View a list of fields that are closed this winter (so they can rest).

Deer in Arlington

Published on June 15, 2023

White-tailed deer are native to Arlington. However, by 1900 white-tailed deer had been extirpated from most of Virginia. Through the 1940’s to 1980’s with restocking efforts, laws protecting deer and favorable habitat, deer have rebounded at an exponential rate in Virginia.

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