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South Run Rec Center Closure Continues

Friday, September 11, 2026 · Springfield, VA

South Run Rec Center's full building closure remains in effect through Friday, Sept. 11, while Fairfax County completes cleaning, painting, flooring, lighting, accessibility, and other maintenance work. The pool and spa are also listed as closed through that date. The facility is at 7550 Reservation Drive in Springfield, so residents planning workouts, aquatic visits, or classes should use another county location until the closure period ends. The county has separately scheduled a South Run open house for Sept. 22.

This local community update for Springfield, VA is scheduled for Friday, September 11, 2026 and is presented by Esther Camarotte. To view more upcoming local headlines, community events, and real estate market insights specific to the Springfield, VA area, explore the event calendar and property resources below.

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Upcoming Community Events in Springfield, VA

Explore September 2026 community events, local happenings, and neighborhood activities in Springfield, VA.

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Lake Accotink Offers Critter Catch Program

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West Springfield Elementary Hosts Back To School Night

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Kings Park Schedules Back To School Night

Kings Park Elementary School will hold Back to School Night Thursday, Sept. 17, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at 5400 Harrow Way in Springfield. The evening is for families of preschool through third-grade students and uses three...

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Fairfax County Early Voting Opens

Early in-person voting for the Nov. 3, 2026 General Election begins Friday, Sept. 18, at Fairfax County Government Center, Mt. Vernon Governmental Center, and North County Governmental Center. The Fairfax County Governm...

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Stuff The Bus Food Drive Returns

Stuff the Bus returns Saturday, Sept. 19, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., with a collection site at Springfield Governmental Center, 6140 Rolling Road, Springfield. Residents can donate nonperishable food or gift cards to suppo...

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South Run Rec Center Open House

South Run Rec Center will host an open house Tuesday, Sept. 22, from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. at 7550 Reservation Drive in Springfield. The Fairfax County Park Authority says the event will include free admission with sign-up...

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Kings Park Sets Fall Field Day

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Parent Workshop Promotes Digital Balance

Fairfax County Public Schools will offer a free virtual parent session Friday, Sept. 25, from 10 to 11:30 a.m. on creating digital balance at home. The workshop is listed by West Springfield Elementary School for FCPS p...

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Celebrate Communication Returns To Springfield

Northern Virginia Resource Center for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Persons will hold Celebrate Communication 2026 Saturday, Sept. 26, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Springfield Town Center, 6500 Springfield Mall. The free event...

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Spanish Parenting Classes Begin In Springfield

Fairfax County Department of Family Services begins a free Spanish-language parenting class series Monday, Sept. 28, at Messiah United Methodist Church, 6215 Rolling Road, Springfield. The weekly in-person sessions run...

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West Springfield Elementary Sets Early Release

West Springfield Elementary School lists Wednesday, Sept. 30, as an early-release day for the 2026-27 school year, with dismissal at 12:30 p.m. The schedule applies to students at the Springfield school at 6802 Deland D...

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Frequently Asked Questions

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When is South Run Rec Center Closure Continues?

South Run Rec Center Closure Continues is listed for Friday, September 11, 2026.

Where is this local event connected?

South Run Rec Center Closure Continues is connected to Springfield, VA on LocalNewsAndEvents.com.

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Yes. Local event details can change, so readers should verify timing, location, registration, and availability with the event organizer when possible.

Where can I find more September 2026 events near Springfield, VA?

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