Free Play at Three of the City's Synthetic Turf Fields

Alexandria is offering free community open play days throughout the summer at three of the city's synthetic turf fields.

Beginning Saturday, July 9, residents are encouraged to visit the fields to play soccer, Frisbee, lacrosse, touch football and do some all around exercise without the usual city permit.

Participants must provide their own equipment and wear tennis or turf shoes. No pets, smoking, alcohol or music are allowed on the fields and children must have a chaperone. Additionally, pick-up games will have enforced time limits.

Staff monitored activities are available at:

• Ben Brenman Park Field, 4800 Brenman Park Dr.
  Tuesday and Thursday from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.
  Saturday 1 p.m. to 8 p.m.
  Sunday Noon to 6 p.m.
• Ft. Ward Park Field, 4301 West Braddock Rd.
  Saturday from Noon to 7 p.m. 
  Sunday from Noon to 6 p.m.
• Minnie Howard Field, 3701 West Braddock Rd.
  Saturday from Noon to 7 p.m. 
  Sunday from Noon to 6 p.m.

The city generally requires use of its athletic fields by permit only and are available on a first come, first serve basis. Alexandria's City Council approves the fee schedule, which for fiscal year 2012 ranges from $10 to $167 to use a field. To make a request to reserve a field or outdoor court, complete an Athletic Field and Outdoor Court Request Form (pdf). To view the Fee Schedule, click here (pdf).