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Halloween is Friday, bringing trick-or-treaters, free Lyft rides and lots of thematic events to Arlington.
Here’s a look at what county newcomers can expect and where to go locally on the spookiest night of the year.
Unlike some localities, there’s no designated time or place for trick-or-treating in Arlington.
Costumed kiddos usually begin their annual quest for candy shortly before sunset, around 6 p.m., though some parents with younger children begin before that. It’s usually over by 8 p.m., but some stragglers may stay out later.
Some areas will get few, if any, trick-or-treaters. Others — such as N. Jackson Street in Ashton Heights and 38th Street N. in Old Glebe — are default destinations.
The forecast calls for a crisp fall evening on Friday, mostly clear with lows in the mid-40s.
An annual initiative to curb drunk driving in the D.C. area offers free rides home on Halloween.
The SoberRide program provides each customer with one free Lyft ride worth up to $15 between 4 p.m. on Friday and 4 a.m. the following morning. Arlington Transit buses are also free beginning at 6 p.m. on Halloween.
The Arlington County Police Department will host an anti-drunk driving event beginning at 8 p.m., closing N. Hudson Street between Wilson Blvd and 13th Street N.
“Remember that it is never okay to drink and drive,” ACPD said in a press release. “Even after just one alcoholic drink, make the smart choice — designate a sober driver, or plan ahead to use public transportation or a ride service to get home safely.”
Finally, there’s no shortage of Halloween events to check out in and around Arlington. Here are some of the highlights planned for Friday night.
Dan Egitto is an editor and reporter at ARLnow. Originally from Central Florida, he graduated from Duke University and previously reported at the Palatka Daily News in Florida and the Vallejo Times-Herald in California. Dan joined ARLnow in January 2024.
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