Updates & Closures
What's Happening at Carver
Join us for Family Night!
This fun, free, drop-in program for the whole family takes place on Fri., March 6 from 6-9 p.m. You and your family can enjoy inflatables, open game room, creative crafts and a chance to win prize at bingo. Free! Learn more.
Youth Basketball Games will take place on Mondays, Fridays, and Saturdays in the Gymnasium.
Teen Drop-In Sport Hours at Carver
Join us for teen drop-in basketball every Tuesday from 6-9 p.m. Check out a full list of teen drop-in sport hours here.
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Parks & Recreation News
Sign up for Summer 3v3 Basketball
Registration opens on March 2! Sign up early to secure your spot! The 3v3 Youth Summer Basketball League is a youth program designed for rising 4th-9th grades. This 8-week program runs from mid-June to early August. Sign up here!
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DPR and the FY 2027 Proposed Operating Budget
On Sat., Feb. 21 the County Manager released the Fiscal Year (FY) 2027 Proposed Operating Budget. To learn about impacts directly related to Parks and Recreation programs or services, we invite you to watch DPR’s budget work session with the County Board on March 5, 2026 at 1 p.m.
The County Board will host two opportunities for public comment:
- Tue., March 24 at 6:30 p.m. - Public Budget Hearing
- Thu., March 26 at 6:30 p.m. - Public Tax Rate and Fees Hearing
All hearings and work sessions will be held in the County Board Room at the Bozman Government Center, 2100 Clarendon Blvd, 3rd Floor and are also available to view online. Resources can be found on the County Board meetings and agendas webpage. Community members can also share their views online by emailing dmf@arlingtonva.us.
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Nature Center Hours
With Daylight Saving Time beginning, both Long Branch and Gulf Branch Nature Centers will offer extended evening hours on Fridays and Saturdays. Starting Friday, March 13, both centers will be open 11 a.m.–7 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays.
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Teen Takeover at TJ!
Join us Sat., March 14 from 7-10 p.m. at Thomas Jefferson Community Center for a teen-led takeover full of glow sticks, open skating and more! More information on activities during this event coming soon. This is a free event open to middle and high school teens. Sign up here.
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Spring ENJOY Registration Begins March 17
Join us for registration at noon (online/by phone only) each day!
Tue., March 17 - Gymnastics Classes
Wed., March 18 - Aquatics/Private Swim Classes
Thu., March 19 - Nature Center and General classes
Learn more and sign up for updates on the ENJOY Arlington Classes page.
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Upcoming Nature/History Programs:
The Irish Volunteers of Arlington
Join the Park Historian on Mon., March 16, 7-8 p.m. at Long Branch Nature Center for an evening deep dive into the Irish volunteer soldiers who encamped, built forts and roads, and trained in Arlington County during the Civil War. Who were they? Why did they fight? What was their impact on the county? And what glory did they win on the battlefield? Teens ages 16+ welcome with a registered adult. Cost $7 Register: 622740-C
History Hike: Local Stories of the American Revolution
Join us on Sat., March 28, 3-4:30 p.m. at Madison Manor Park. As American commemorates its 250th birthday, dive into the little-known local chapters of our founding history in this 1-mile round trip hike. Learn why American revolutionaries rebelled against their own leaders and see evidence of when Arlington was at the center of American democracy. Registration is required, event price $9
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Access for All / Reduced Fees
Parks & Recreation classes, camps, fitness memberships, preschools, programs and more are at a price you can afford! Our fee reduction program helps Everyone, Everywhere, Every Day! Access for All. Whether you have a short-term set back or something longer term, we're here to help.
Additionally, all Parks & Recreation programs, classes and camps can put modifications in place to promote an enjoyable and successful program experience for participants of all abilities. Advance notice is welcome. Call 703-228-4740 or email trinfo@arlingtonva.us.
Stop by our office at Lubber Run Community Center on select Saturdays to get help with registration, create an account, get login information, renew or apply for fee reductions, drop off registration forms, set up payment plans and more. The DPR Administrative Services Office at Lubber Run Community Center also has extended after hours on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5 –7 p.m. for in-person assistance.
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