The Eugene Simpson Stadium Dog Park will reopen to the community on Monday, July 15 at noon. The Department of Recreation, Parks, and Cultural Activities, and Project Implementation have completed major outstanding items following the termination of the construction contractor. The park is now safe and ready for community use. Park users will notice a few unfinished items to be completed such as a new message board, replacement plantings, and reconnecting the lights that do not require the dog park to remain closed for intended use.

New trees and small sections of turf will remain fenced off to allow for establishment through the fall. In early August, the park will be closed for 2-3 days to facilitate the reconnection of the lights. The community will be notified in advance of any dog park closures to carry out the outstanding work.

The City dog park across the street at 521 East Monroe Avenue is open and available to all members of the community during and after renovations are completed. For additional information about the City’s dog parks, visit alexandriava.gov/Dogs. 

For future updates on the Simpson Stadium Dog Park project, visit the project webpage.

For reasonable disability accommodation, contact judy.lo@alexandriava.gov or 703.746.5490, Virginia Relay 711.

If you prefer communication in another language, free interpretation and translation services are available to you, please email LanguageAccess@alexandriava.gov or call 703.746.3960.