What's Open, Closed For July 4, 2023 In Arlington

ARLINGTON, VA — As residents get ready to celebrate the Fourth of July with fireworks, barbecues and travel, various closures and schedule changes are planned for services around Arlington.

The Independence Day holiday falls on Tuesday, July 4. Arlington County government offices will be closed on July 4, while the county courts will be closed both Monday, July 3 and Tuesday, July 4.

The Arlington County Police Department, Virginia State Police, United States Park Police, and Virginia Department of Transportation will close multiple roads in Arlington on Tuesday, July 4 for Fourth of July events, including the fireworks on the National Mall in D.C.

Arlington National Cemetery will close public access to the Southern Expansion portion of Arlington National Cemetery on July 4, which includes access to the Air Force Memorial.

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Here’s a roundup of what’s open and what’s closed on the Fourth of July holiday in Arlington County:

Arlington County government offices: Closed Tuesday, July 4.

Arlington Public Schools: School is out for summer break. Summer school begins on Wednesday, July 5.

Courts: The Arlington Circuit Court, General District Court, Juvenile & Domestic Relations Court will be closed on Monday, July 3 and Tuesday, July 4.

Permitting and Inspection Services: Permit Arlington Center is closed on Tuesday, July 4. Permit Arlington is available for customer use and application submissions.

Parking: Permit parking is always in effect unless specifically noted on the sign. Meters are not enforced on holidays.

Libraries: Arlington Public Libraries will be closed Tuesday, July 4.

ABC Stores: Virginia ABC stores will close at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, July 4.

Trash Pickup & Recycling:

• Recycling/Trash/Organics Curbside Routes: Regular collection on Tuesday, July 4.
• Special Collections (brush, metal, E-waste): Regular collection on Tuesday, July 4.
• Mulch Delivery: None on Tuesday, July 4.
• Customer Contact Center: Closed Tuesday, July 4.
• Household Hazards/Electronics Drop-Off Facility: Closed Saturday, July 1 through Wednesday, July 5.
• Earth Products Drop-off Yard: Closed Tuesday, July 4.

Department of Motor Vehicles: All DMV customer service centers are closed Tuesday, July 4.

Post offices: Closed Tuesday, July 4.

Metrorail: Will operate on a Sunday Holiday schedule on Tuesday, July 4. See more Metrorail information here.

Metrobus: Will operate on a Sunday schedule. See Metrobus timetables.

ART: ART 41, 42, 45, 51, 55 and 87 will operate on Sunday schedules on Tuesday, July 4. All other ART routes will not operate.

STAR: Office and Call Center closed. Call in advance to book rides for holiday and the day after.

Parks & Recreation Facilities & Programs: All community centers, administrative offices and classes are closed Tuesday, July 4. League members should check with their leagues on schedules.

The Long Bridge Aquatics & Fitness Center is open 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Tuesday, July 4. Parks in Arlington will be open on the Fourth of July.

Animal Welfare League of Arlington: Closed Tuesday, July 4. The Arlington County Animal Control team can be reached for emergencies at 703-931-9241.

Sheriff's Office: Administrative Offices closed on Tuesday, July 4. Fingerprinting for the public and county employees are open Thursdays from 12:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. See detention center visiting hours.

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