Our Community

Gunston is a joint-use facility. It is comprised of a middle school, two community theaters, a recreation center, and two gymnasiums. Through cooperative efforts of school and county staff, Gunston provides a variety of strong academic, athletic, cultural, and recreational opportunities for the children and other citizens of Arlington. We are proud to be part of Arlington County, Virginia.

Gunston Arts Center

703-228-1850

The Gunston Arts Center houses two theaters, a rehearsal room, a dance studio, set and costume construction shops.
Theatre I: 410-seat proscenium stage
Theatre II: 125-seat black box space

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Gunston Recreation Center

After School Recreation Program (formerly TREK)
Gunston Preschool

Athletic Facilities

The athletic fields are reserved for school use during the school day until 4:30.

Synthetic Soccer Field
Community Soccer Field
Tennis Courts
Baseball Diamond
Outdoor Basketball Courts
Playground
Gunston Bubble

Fields & Courts

Fields

Soccer Field

You will need to apply for a permit to use Diamond (Softball/Baseball) Fields, Rectangular (Soccer/Football/Lacrosse/Rugby) Fields, Synthetic Turf Fields, as well as Basketball/Volleyball Courts and the Gunston Bubble.

Tennis Courts

Tennis courts can now be reserved online. Reservations for 1 hour (min) to 1.5 hours (max) in length can be made 1-14 days in advance. For more information on reserving a court contact the Parks and Recreation Facilities Scheduling Office (703-228-1805). Reserve a court online or apply for a permit to reserve a Tennis Court.

Please note that any person or organization offering classes, clinics, or other instruction on on Arlington County tennis courts must have a current contract with Arlington County. Facility permits for such uses are not issued by the Facilities Scheduling Office. Please contact 703-228-1835 for more information.

Gunston Bubble

Enjoy a turf field indoors! The Gunston Bubble is great for soccer, baseball and softball training, indoor soccer games and great parties when you combine the bubble with T.E.A.M. amusements.

Arlington Public Libraries

Get a Library Card – You can get a free library card if you live, work, or attend school in Arlington, or if you live in participating reciprocal jurisdictions in the DC metropolitan area.

Programs and Events – Enjoy a weeknight author talk, a Facebook live storytime, a book club, a lecture with a local expert, or learn a new craft.

Local Civic Associations

Arlington Ridge Civic Association
Claremont Citizens’ Association
Aurora Highlands Civic Association
Fairlington Citizens Association
Nauck Civic Association