Spooky Season fun and the Return of Leaf Vacuum Trucks

Scroll down to find out when a familiar fall service returns to your neighborhood.

Spooktacular Halloween Events

It's Spooky Season for people in Arlington. If you are looking for some fun events or a free Halloween costume, mark these dates on your calendar.  

• Halloween Costume Sewing  on Oct. 29 and Oct. 30
• Hallowteens Teen Takeover at Arlington Mill on Oct. 26
• Halloween Bash at Columbia Pike on Oct. 31

Meet an Election Officer 

Early Voting for the Nov. 5 Presidential Election is underway in Virginia. All registered voters in Arlington are eligible to vote early at Courthouse Plaza, Madison Community Center, Walter Reed Community Center, and Long Bridge Aquatic & Fitness Center.

Take 90 seconds and meet one of the election officers dedicated to helping you cast your ballot. 

On Your Mark

The 49th Annual Marine Corps Marathon returns to Arlington on Oct. 27. As thousands of runners prepare for "The People's Marathon," the Arlington County Police Department is alerting drivers about race day road closures.

• The County is considering changes to the towing ordinance. Take 5 minutes and fill out a questionnaire and tell the Board about your experiences. 
  
  
• What is your vision for the future of Arlington Transportation? Fill out a questionnaire and help Arlington shape goals for current and future residents. 
  
  
• How would you use data to make the parking experience better at metered spaces in Arlington? Register for Code the Curb: A Parking Data Hacking Showcase by Oct. 28.
  
  
• You are invited to a public hearing on Oct. 28 to showcase the updates to the North Old Glebe Road Bridge Replacement project. 
  
  
• VDOT is holding a public hearing on Oct. 30 to discuss Arlington Blvd. Safety Improvements between S. Old Glebe Road and S. Fillmore Street.
  
  
• The County is looking for feedback about a proposal for a five-story development in Aurora Highlands. 
  
  
• The Department of Human Services wants your help shaping a five-year plan to meet community needs across health, housing, and family services. 
  
  
• Help shape the future of Jennie Dean Park. Weigh in before Nov. 1 on planned enhancements to green spaces and park facilities. 

• Need to file a complaint about a median campaign sign? Visit the County’s Campaign Signage Requirements page. You can also see what is – and isn’t – allowed in roadway median strips.
  
  
• You're invited to an evening picnic on the lawn of Museum of Contemporary Art Arlington to celebrate Dia de los Muertos. 
  
  
• The 2023 Bill Thomas Award is bestowed on a long-time member of the Arlington Regional Chapter of the Virginia Master Naturalists. 
  
  
• Attention, drivers. Could you pass driver's ed class today? Take the Vision Zero quiz to test your knowledge of new and old rules of the road. 
  
  
• Prescription Drug Takeback Day is on Oct. 26. Safely dispose of unwanted prescription drugs at drop-off locations around Arlington. 
  
  
• Join Arlington Public Library (in person or online) for an Author Talk with Dr. Anton Treuer on Nov. 4. 
  
  
• The Paws on the Pike pet fair returns on Oct. 26. Join for a day of pet-friendly fun and possibly meet a new four-legged family member. 
  
  
• Attention, teen gamers. Register today for a free Tabletop Mini class to learn the basics of assembling and painting miniatures for tabletop games.

Coming to a Neighborhood Near You

The 2024 Leaf Collection Schedule is out. The starting dates in each zone are considered tentative based on weather and other factors. 

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