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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 April 04, 2023

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

Native Plant Sale

Published on March 22, 2023

A great selection of plants that are accustomed to local climate and wildlife are available for purchase.

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.

Register for Summer Camps

Published on March 08, 2023

Our camps keep kids engaged, active and focused on expanding their horizons.

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.

Feel the Heritage Festival

Published on February 15, 2023

The 2023 Feel the Heritage Festival will be held on Sat., Feb. 25, noon-5 p.m. at Charles Drew Community Center.

Summer Camps Job Opportunities

Published on March 08, 2023

We are hiring camp directors, assistant directors and counselors.

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.

Break Camps Dec. 19-23 and 27-30

Published on December 12, 2022

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

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, 2022

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.

Parent's Night Out

Published on October 04, 2022

Need a night out without the kids? The TMAD Club (Teens Making A Difference) is hosting Parent's Night Out where you can drop off your kids ages 5-10 for an evening of fun and games.

Register for a Free Native Tree

Published on September 06, 2022

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

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.

July is National Parks & Recreation Month

Published on July 04, 2022

July is National Parks & Recreation Month! Check out our list of fun daily activities happening throughout the month.

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.

Spraygrounds Open for the Season

Published on May 26, 2022

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

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 September 16, 2022

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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Friday Teen Sports Nights at Lubber Run

Published on September 28, 2021

Is your teen free on Fridays? Not anymore. Join us at Lubber Run Community Center on Fridays.

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