Our active community is always hopping with some wonderful event or community cause.
This round up spotlights some of the latest activities around town for locals (or would-be residents) to follow and enjoy!
THE ARLINGTON LIFE
Arlington County, Virginia, boasts a vibrant and diverse community that comes together each year to celebrate Clarendon Day!
This lively event has been a staple of the local calendar for years, and it’s no wonder why.
With an array of activities, food, music, and culture, Clarendon Day truly has something for everyone.
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The Arlington County Fair is one of the largest FREE events on the East Coast and has been providing local entertainment for more than 40 years.
The annual Fourth of July fireworks on the National Mall in Washington, D.C., are one of the largest displays in the U.S.A.
The fireworks are slated to begin at 9:09 p.m. next Tuesday. The best way to avoid the crowds and get a great view of the Independence Day celebration is from across the Potomac River in Arlington, VA.
Here are 5 great places to watch July 4th fireworks from Arlington, VA:
1. U.S. Marine Corps War Memorial
My favorite location is from the U.S. Marine Corps War Memorial – known to locals as the Iwo Jima statue.
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The 9th Annual Arlington Festival Of The Arts, a two-day juried outdoor art exhibit, returns to the Clarendon neighborhood of Arlington, VA, this weekend.
Admission is free.
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Arlington County’s spring Environmental Collection and Recycling Event (E-CARE) for residents to drop off hazardous materials, old electronics and more will be held this Saturday, April 23, at Yorktown High School.
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While the Tidal Basin in Washington, D.C., is the most popular place to see the annual cherry blossoms, this year access is being restricted due to the continuing coronavirus pandemic.
Fortunately, you don’t have to cross the river to see beautiful cherry trees in bloom.
Here are 3 places to see cherry blossoms in Arlington, VA:
Veterans Day (Wednesday, Nov. 11), honors all veterans who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces. Celebrating Veterans Day in Arlington, VA, this year will be done a little differently because of the Coronavirus pandemic.
Arlington National Cemetery Ceremony Live Stream
The Veterans Day National Ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery — where that beautiful photo above was taken — will include the traditional wreath laying at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and multiple speakers.
However, while the cemetery is open to the public, the ceremony this year will be limited to official participants. But you can watch the ceremony from anywhere with this live stream starting at 10:50 a.m.
You can learn more with the 2020 Veterans Day visitor FAQ.
Today is National Voter Registration Day, and we’re only six weeks away from the 2020 General Election. Do you have what you need to cast your ballot in Arlington? If not, here is how to register and vote in Arlington, VA.
3 Ways To Register To Vote in Arlington
If you’re unsure if you’re registered to vote, check your registration status online first. You can also call the Arlington Office of Voter Registration at 703-228-3456.
You do not need to register to vote in Virginia again if you are already registered at your current address. However, if your name or address has changed, you should update your registration to avoid delays when you vote.
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If you’re looking for something to do in Arlington this October, at least one of these five, upcoming events I’ve rounded up may be right up your alley. This is hardly an all-inclusive list but highlights a variety of events for families and individuals alike.
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