A Record Number Of Arlington Residents Attended Town Day 2022

ARLINGTON, MA — The Arlington Town Day Committee released a statement this week thanking the participants who helped make the return of Town Day 2022 a huge success, with the largest turnout in memory.

Held on Sept.17 along Mass. Ave between Mill/Jason Streets and Pleasant Street, Town Day presented a wide variety of activities and services and hosted over 200 booths. The event culminated with a fireworks display over Spy Pond.

“After a 3-year hiatus, it was terrific to see so many in the community come out and enjoy food and music on a beautiful day,” Kathleen Darcy, Arlington Town Day Committee Chair, said in a statement. “We are grateful for the many volunteers for working the event, ACMi – for covering it, and Arlington’s Select Board and the many sponsors who supported it, especially Cambridge Savings Bank, who is once again the Primary Sponsor.”

Over a dozen sponsors supported the event, including Platinum Sponsor Cambridge Savings Bank and Gold Sponsor Leader Bank. Arlington Community Media, Inc (ACMi) provided live coverage, and Arlington Chamber of Commerce provided marketing of the event. The Arlington Public Works, Police, and Fire Departments also contributed to the event.

“The safety and success of the event relies on the contributions of so many individuals, but these Departments work tirelessly to support the event from beginning to end,” Select Board member and Town Day Committee member John Hurd said.

“We couldn’t ask for a better turnout,” Len Diggins, Arlington Select Board Chair Len Diggins said. “We’re already planning for next year.”

Earlier in the day, the Walter V. Moynihan Town Day Run was held at the newly renovated Arlington Reservoir. Arlington’s Recreation Director Joe Connelly reported 300 runners participated, a record for the event.

The next Town Day is set for September 23, 2023.