Events

Apr
23
Sat
Celebrate Trails Day: Cleanup on the W&OD Trail @ Washington & Old Dominion Trail Trailhead (Mile 1.5) at Columbia Pike
Apr 23 @ 11:00 am – 2:00 pm

Join WalkArlington and BikeArlington on Celebrate Trails Day Saturday, April 13 to clean up on one of our favorite trails in Arlington—the Washington & Old Dominion Trail (W&OD Trail).

We’ll focus on picking up the litter and trash that gathers in the vegetation near the side of the trail. Refreshments, water, and some fun giveaways will be provided as a thank-you to all who come out for the cleanup.

Spread the word and invite your friends to celebrate trails using #CelebrateTrails on social media.

WHAT TO KNOW

This event is free, but registration is required. This event will be held rain or shine. In the event of severe weather, we will reschedule for a future date.

Bring your own tools:
• Gloves
• Trash Pickers or Grabbers
• Sun protection

Trash bags will be available onsite. A limited supply of gloves, trash pickers, and grabbers will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Wear comfortable shoes and clothes you don’t mind getting dirty. The area has a lot of vegetation, so pants are recommended.

GETTING THERE

The cleanup will begin and end on the W&OD Trail at Mile 1.5, which is the trailhead just at Columbia Pike. We’ll work our way half a mile up the trail toward S. George Mason Drive. This location is served by transit, multi-use trails, and Capital Bikeshare. Use Car Free Near Me to check out your transportation options.

Contact WalkArlington at info@walkarlington.com with any questions.

May
25
Wed
Walk & Learn: Street Design with a Transportation Engineer @ Rosslyn
May 25 @ 5:30 pm – 6:45 pm

WalkArlington presents a summer series of walk and learn opportunities to engage with some of Arlington’s experts and cool people.

On this walk, Dan Nabors, transportation engineer, will demonstrate how planning and engineering influence your everyday experience and enjoyment of sidewalks, land use, and street connectivity.

Dan Nabors is the Assistant Bureau Chief for Arlington County’s Transportation Engineering and Operations Bureau and a dynamic speaker who explains complex topics simply and clearly (we’ve seen him in action before!) so come ready to have fun and learn. He’ll be joined by staff from the Rosslyn Business Improvement District (BID), who have collaborated with him on several recent projects.

NEED TO KNOW

Free cold drinks will be provided at the start of the walk courtesy of WalkArlington.

MEET US THERE

Look for our group near the Rosslyn Metro exit on Central Place Plaza. We’ll be near the McDonald’s and the Rosslyn Farmers Market.

Jun
19
Sun
Juneteenth Black Heritage Walk
Jun 19 @ 10:00 am – 11:30 am



WalkArlington in partnership with Columbia Pike Partnership and the Black Heritage Museum of Arlington presents Juneteenth Black Heritage Walk.

Discover Black history in Arlington on a walk to honor Juneteenth led by Craig Syphax, a board member and former president of the Black Heritage Museum of Arlington and a member of the well-known Syphax family.
This 1 hour and 30-minute walk will take place along the Pike and will include a guided walk with stops at St. John’s Baptist Church, Freedman’s Village Bridge, and more. Along the route, Craig will discuss the history of some of these significant sites, in addition to his family’s deep-rooted history in and around Arlington. The walk will end at Pike Park to enjoy musician Rick Franklin performing roots music at the farmers market.

NEED TO KNOW

We’ll meet outside near the back of the church to avoid blocking the sidewalk. So, when you arrive, please head to the corner near the chuch’s front entrance, Columbia Pike & S. Scott St., and look for us there.

Jul
23
Sat
WalkArlington and BikeArlington Present Bring a Friend W&OD Trail Cleanup @ Washington & Old Dominion Trail, Across from Barcroft Community Center
Jul 23 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm

 

DUE TO A HIGH CHANCE OF RAIN, THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED UNTIL SATURDAY, JULY 23, 9 A.M.-NOON.

WalkArlington & BikeArlington partner to clean up a part of the W&OD Trail on Saturday, July 23. We will make our way down the W&OD, starting near the Barcroft Community Center, setting up our tent on the W&OD Trail at the intersection of a small road named “Barcroft Center” and Four Mile Run Drive. We will pick up trash that accumulates alongside the trail. We will provide trash bags, gloves, trash pickers, drinks and some snacks. We will also have Bike and Walk giveaways.

We will build on the work we did on Celebrate Trails Day, when we cleaned up another section of the W&OD trail.

Aug
19
Fri
The Electric Ride at the Arlington County Fair @ Thomas Jefferson Community Center
Aug 19 – Aug 21 all-day

WalkArlington and BikeArlington Presents The Electric Ride Experience

Test ride an innovative personal vehicle, including e-bikes, cargo bikes, e-scooters, and more at the Arlington County Fair. Enter into our raffle just for giving the devices a try.

We will be on-site at the basketball courts to provide a comfortable, guided experience for your test ride, and to answer any questions you have.

Aug
23
Tue
2-Mile Walk with WalkArlington in partnership with NOVA Running Club
Aug 23 all-day

WalkArlington partners with NOVA Running Club for their annual 5K race and 2-mile walk in Bluemont Park. The running club welcomes participants of all abilities, so you do not have to consider yourself “fast” if you register as a runner.

Come out to enjoy a low-key run or walk, grab some giveaways and connect with us!

Sep
17
Sat
Walk & Learn: Understanding the Lives of People Experiencing Homelessness in Arlington @ Clarendon Metro Station
Sep 17 @ 10:00 am – 11:15 am

WalkArlington in partnership with Pathforward Present
Walk & Learn: Understanding the Lives of People Experiencing Homelessness in Arlington

Join WalkArlington and PathForward for an opportunity to walk and learn about the lives of people experiencing homelessness in our community.

On this 1 1/4-hour walk, PathForward staff members will share details of their organization’s work to care for and ensure the dignity of unhoused people in Arlington by providing them with medical services, street outreach, meals, and support in finding permanent supportive housing and a path to stability.

PathForward will also share their knowledge about some of the challenges people experiencing homelessness face in their daily lives–challenges many of us probably aren’t aware of.

The walk will start at the Clarendon Metro. We will make our way toward the Homeless Services Center in the Courthouse neighborhood of Arlington, stopping at significant places in the neighborhood along the way.

Participants should feel free to ask questions and participate in the experience.

Accessibility
People of all ages and abilities are welcome on all WalkArlington walks.

Walk marshals, who will be wearing orange reflective vests, will be on hand to assist anyone needing help on the walk. You can approach them at any time during the walk for help or notify them beforehand if you will need their help.

If you have questions about accessibility, or need to request a reasonable accommodation, such as a sign language interpreter, sighted guide or alternative formats of written materials not addressed here, please email info@walkarlington.com or call Mary Dallao at 703-597-7298 by September 9, 2022.

Dec
13
Tue
Balaclavas & Baklava Winter Accessory-Making Workshop @ The Shop at Central Library
Dec 13 @ 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm

Join WalkArlington, BikeArlington, and Arlington Public Library for Balaclavas & Baklava, a fun winter accessory-making workshop. Sewing experts from the library and BikeArlington teams will teach you to make your own balaclava (a warm full-head covering similar to a ski mask) or a pair of ear warmers to help you feel comfortable walking and biking all winter long. You will have the option to use a sewing machine or sew by hand. All skill levels are welcome and all materials needed will be provided.

There will also be some dessert treats (including delicious baklava) and warm beverages to share while we trade tips and secrets about walking and biking in winter.

The event is free, but RSVPs are requested. Space is limited so don’t delay signing up!

 

Jan
16
Mon
Martin Luther King Jr. Day W&OD Trail Cleanup @ Washington & Old Dominion Railroad Regional Park Washington and Old Dominion Railroad Trail
Jan 16 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm

On the morning of Monday, January 16, which is Martin Luther King Jr. Day, join us in Arlington, Virginia, to clean up litter and debris on the Washington & Old Dominion Trail, a beautiful trail that’s enjoyed by cyclists and walkers alike.

As Dr. King once said, “Everybody can be great because everybody can serve.” Let’s honor his wish by caring for the trail and making it an even nicer place for others to bike and walk! All are welcome.

What We’ll Do

We’ll start on the Washington & Old Dominion Trail where it intersects with Columbia Pike. Look for the Bike/WalkArlington tent! We’ll work our way down the W&OD toward South George Mason Drive.

We’ll focus on picking up the litter and trash that gathers in the vegetation near the side of the trail. Refreshments and some fun giveaways will be provided as a thank-you to all who come out for the cleanup.

Spread the word and invite your friends to join us!

This event is free, but registration is required. The cleanup will be held rain or shine. If there is severe weather, we will cancel this event.

What to Bring

• Gloves
• Trash Pickers or Grabbers
• Sun protection
Trash bags will be available onsite. A limited supply of gloves, trash pickers, and grabbers will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.

What to Wear

Wear comfortable shoes and clothes you don’t mind getting dirty. The area has a lot of vegetation, so pants are recommended.

Getting to the Event

This location is served by transit, multi-use trails, and Capital Bikeshare. Use Car Free Near Me to check out your transportation options.

Contact WalkArlington at info@walkarlington.com with any questions.

Apr
22
Sat
Celebrate Trails Day W&OD Trail Cleanup @ W&OD Trailhead at Shirlington Rd. & Four Mile Run Dr.
Apr 22 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm

On Saturday, April 22, join us as we clean up litter and debris on the W&OD Trail. This event is part of a series of events being organized all around the county on that day by Rails to Trails Conservancy in honor of Celebrate Trails Day. Learn more about the national celebration here.

We’ll start on the Washington & Old Dominion Trail at the trailhead near the intersection of Four Mile Run Drive and Shirlington Rd. Look for the orange and blue Bike/WalkArlington tent on the trail. We’ll work our way down the W&OD toward Walter Reed Drive and beyond. We’ll focus on picking up the litter and trash that gathers near the side of the trail.