October Is for Fall Fun With RPCA

There’s plenty happening around Alexandria this October. From STEAM activities and community gatherings to Halloween games, costumes, and a little spooky fun, RPCA has events for kids, families, and everyone in between.

Pick your favorites and come make the most of the season with us. For event details and registration, visit alexandriava.gov/rpca/events.

• Chick Armstrong: Hispanic Heritage Celebration Dance
  All Ages
  Friday, October 9, 6:30-8:30 p.m. at Leonard “Chick” Armstrong Recreation Center
  Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with a community dance featuring music, refreshments, and cultural displays as we honor and celebrate Latino culture.
• Durant Adult Socials: Chunky Pumpkin Workshop
  Ages 18+
  Friday, October 9, 7-9:30 p.m. at Oswald Durant Center
  Get festive and creative, making candles, chunky pumpkins, wood décor, and more.
  $65
• Patrick Henry: Hispanic Heritage Celebration
  All Ages
  Saturday, October 10, 3-7 p.m. at Patrick Henry Recreation Center
  Join us as we wrap up Hispanic Heritage Month with a vibrant community celebration honoring the rich cultures, traditions, music, and contributions of Hispanic and Latino communities.
• Breast Cancer Awareness 5K
  All Ages
  Saturday, October 24, 9 a.m.-12 p.m. at Cameron Run Regional Park
  Join us for this community 5K to honor survivors and raise awareness and support for breast cancer research and education.
  $25
• Ghost, Goblins & Ghouls Monster Fun Run
  All Ages
  Saturday, October 24, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at George Washington Middle School
  Join us for a family-friendly Halloween event featuring costumes, music, treats, and spooky fun. Dash, jog, or stroll the course and make festive memories!
  $5
• Boo‑Fest
  All Ages
  Friday, October 30, 6:30–8:30 p.m. at Charles Houston Recreation Center
  Costume parade, carnival games, moon bounce, arts and crafts, spooky storytelling – it’s a goblin good time!
• Family Masquerade Ball
  All Ages
  Friday, October 30, 6:30–9 p.m. at Mount Vernon Recreation Center
  Dance the night away, strike a pose, and enter the costume contest. Includes refreshments.
  $9
• Family October Fest
  All Ages
  Friday, October 30, 6:30–8:30 p.m. at Patrick Henry Recreation Center
  Games, haunted house, arts and crafts, spooky musical chairs, snacks, and prizes.
  $10
• HalloTeen Night
  Ages 12-18
  Friday, October 30, 7-9:45 p.m. at William Ramsay Recreation Center
  A spooktacular night for teens with creepy, cool activities, eerie entertainment, and lots of treats.
• Floating Pumpkin Patch
  All Ages
  Saturday, October 25 (multiple sessions) at Chinquapin Park Recreation Center & Aquatics Facility
  Swim in and pick your pumpkin right from the pool! Plus obstacle courses and Halloween treats.

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