Get Signed Up for Fee Reductions!

Learn if you qualify for the Arlington Department of Parks and Recreation's (DPR) fee reduction program and join us to get signed up on the spot at Arlington Mill Community Center during two fee reduction events:

• Thu., Jan. 22 from 6-8 p.m.
• Thu., Jan. 29 from 12-2 p.m. 

Get signed up for reduced fees on DPR programs and services! Provide eligible documents and get your household signed up with the help of the on site registration team. Learn more about the program and other ways to sign up here. 

Parent's Night Out

Need a date night or just a few hours of peace? Drop the kids off for Parent’s Night Out, this Fri., Jan. 23, from 6-10 p.m. While you relax, they will have a blast with an entire evening of games and supervised fun. $40 per child (ages 5-10). Walter Reed Community Center. Register here.

Teen Takeover at Long Bridge!

Looking for something fun to do with friends? Head to Teen Takeover on Sat., Jan. 24, from 7-10 p.m. at Long Bridge Aquatics & Fitness Center.This teen-led event features swimming, games, and plenty of fun. Best of all, it’s free and open to all middle and high school teens. Learn more & sign up!

Cozy Winter Craft Night for Adults

Embrace the warmth of creativity this winter at our cozy winter craft night—a relaxing evening just for adults at the Long Branch Nature Center. Sip tea or hot cocoa and unwind with nature-inspired crafts and good company. Materials provided. Sun., Jan. 25 from 4-5 p.m. $10 per person. Register here.

Winter Soup Making Class

Join a Virginia Cooperative Extension volunteer to learn how to create delicious, nutrient-packed soups that support your health goals while still embracing the festive spirit. Mon., Jan. 26 from 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. at Walter Reed Community Center. 55+ Membership required. Learn more and register.

Summer Camp 2026: Registration Is Coming Up!

It may still be winter, but we’re already gearing up for an amazing summer and it’s the perfect time to start planning. Take a moment to browse our website so you’re ready when registration opens. Here’s how the 2026 schedule rolls out:

• Feb. 2–10: Early Registration
  (available to families enrolled in the fee reduction program)
• Feb. 11: Partner Camps
• Feb. 18: Parks & Recreation Camps
• Ongoing: Community Camps

Summer will be here before we know it. Make sure you don’t miss a thing —sign up for camp updates and be the first to know what’s new for 2026!

Pond Life: Winter Edition

Ponds may freeze around this time of year, but they're still full of life. Come learn about our winter pond dwellers, and find out where the critters you don't see in winter have gone. Tue., Jan. 27 from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Long Branch Nature Center. Free. Be sure to dress for the weather. Learn more and register.

Kick off the Year with the Pilates Reformer!

Slots are open to start the year strong with guided sessions on a Pilates Reformer at Thomas Jefferson Community & Fitness Center! It offers a dynamic, full-body workout that blends strength, flexibility, and mindful movement. Using the Reformer’s spring-based resistance system, participants engage in controlled exercises that challenge core stability, improve posture, and enhance muscular endurance. Daytime slots available! Learn more.

Battle of the DJs at Amazon HQ2!

Get ready for the return of Battle of the DJs on Feb. 27, where teen DJs will have a chance to showcase their skills at the Teen Takeover event at Amazon HQ2. Register today to let us know you're coming!

Want to show off your skills and energize the dance floor? Applications are open now! Deadline to apply is Feb. 8. Learn more and apply.