The Arlington County Fair Returns

Scroll to the bottom for an important safety tip about your four-legged family members.

A Fair to Remember

The Arlington County Fair returns next week, running from Aug. 14 - Aug 18. Classic rides, live performances, and some new attractions are all on the agenda. 

Need a Ride? Free Fair shuttles will operate continuously between the Bozman Government Center parking garage (at the corner of Clarendon Boulevard and North Veitch Street) and the fairgrounds (3501 2nd St S.).

Public parking at the Fair is limited to patrons with valid ADA parking tags, and the nearby streets are restricted to neighborhood residents with temporary permits.

Storm Preparation

This week, Arlington is seeing the impact of Tropical Storm Debby. Forecasters warn that strong winds, heavy rain, and severe flooding are possible. Remember to prepare for emergencies:

• Sign up for Arlington Alert to receive emergency messages about hazardous weather and other emergency situations.
• Make an emergency plan for your household and build an emergency kit. 
• Report storm damage online. 

• Deadline extended! You have until Aug. 11 to help WMATA by sharing your priorities for local public transportation. You could win a $100 gift card.
  
  
• You can't spell "parking" without "park". PARK(ing) Day is on Sept. 20. Join neighbors who turned parking spots into different kinds of parks. 
  
  
• Save the Date! You're invited to the 3rd Annual Hispanic Heritage Community Festival at Tyrol Hill Park on Sept. 7. 
  
  
• Imagine you live, work, and or play in Arlington in the year 2050—and you love it!  What does the ideal Arlington look like to you?
  
  
• The Military and Veterans Advisory Committee (MVAC) is seeking input from members of the military, veterans, and their families who live and/or work in Arlington about programs and resources that could be helpful.

• Arlington's new Food Scraps Program is up and running in several neighborhoods. Take 30 seconds and see how it works. 
  
  
• Know a teenager with too much free time? There are lots of Teen Night events ahead. Next up: Teen Takeover at Long Bridge on Aug. 10. 
  
  
• Some of the best views of Washington D.C. can be seen from right here in Arlington. We have a whole list of destinations you can explore.
  
  
• Listen up, Metro riders. WMATA is replacing six escalators at Crystal City Metro station. 
  
  
• Early curbside collection is extended through Aug. 31. Trash and recycling carts should be on the curb no later than 5:30 a.m. on collection days. 
  
  
• The Arlington Arts Grants Program is offering financial assistance to individual artists and arts organizations. Applications are due Aug. 15. 
  
  
• It may not feel like it outside, but autumn will be here before you know it. Registration is now open for Fall Enjoy Arlington classes.

Arlington Paw Patrol

Pictured: Pancake and Dugan ready for a walk

Arlington County wants you and your pets to be safe and have fun. While off their owner’s property, all dogs are legally required to be on a leash.

Want to ditch the leash for a while? Arlington has 10 off-leash dog parks you can visit. 

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