The more the merrier. Scroll to the bottom if you are ready to test your Pickleball skills against other local players. But you'll need some backup. 

50 Years of Memories

The 50th anniversary of the Arlington County Fair is just around the corner on Aug. 12-16, at Thomas Jefferson Community Center!

This year's theme, "Stars, Stripes & Summer Nights," celebrates this exciting milestone with five days of rides, live entertainment, competitions, delicious fair food, and fun for all ages. 

Registration Open

Make this fall your season to learn, play, and explore with hundreds of Parks & Rec classes and programs in the Enjoy Arlington Fall catalog. Registration is now open for Arlington residents. 

Moving into the Future

How do you move (or want to move) around Arlington? Over the past two years, your feedback shaped Arlington’s Transportation Future. Now you can explore the draft plan, find upcoming events, and learn more. Share your feedback by August 23.

• Arlington is seeking community feedback about the final draft concept for Drew Park.
  
  
• There is a virtual Resident Permit Parking information session on Aug. 11. Learn about the digital upgrade and your group's renewal window.
  
  
• The County is conducting a Low Residential Study to recommend limits for allowable impervious area on lots in some neighborhoods. Weigh in online or at an upcoming event.
  
  
• Share your feedback with Project PEACE on any experience you may have been using, looking for, or if you are referring people to resources for those impacted by domestic/intimate partner violence and sexual assault in Arlington.

• Receive free training in disaster preparedness, triage, first aid and more. Apply today for Arlington CERT's fall class. The deadline is Aug. 7.
  
  
• Listen up, drivers. Arlington Public School classes resume Aug. 31. Slow down and watch for more pedestrians and bicycles on the road at all times.
  
  
• Virginia SNAP recipients will receive new chip-enabled EBT cards by mail this fall. Make sure your contact information is up to date.
  
  
• The Arlington Public Library is rolling out a new-look Library App. The update also comes with new features and easier navigation to mobile checkout.
  
  
• Start your summer weekends with a free Friday concert series at National Landing's Water Park, featuring live music from DC-region bands. 

Make it a Double

Registration is now open for the 2026 Arlington Mixed Doubles Pickleball Tournament at the Walter Reed Dedicated Pickleball Courts. Teams of one male and one female player will compete in skill-based divisions.