Play area at Butler Holmes Park in Arlington
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Butler Holmes Park

Arlington, VA

Neighborhood Arlington park with accessible preschool and school-age playgrounds, picnic shelter, grill, drinking fountain, and easy sunrise-to-sunset access.
Quick facts

Hours

Open sunrise to sunset.

Price

Free public park.

Parking

Limited parking.

Profile

Usable profile coverage

Source reviewed

1 public source · Checked Apr 11, 2026.

Editorial Review

Why included

Inclusive Play Atlas includes this accessible playground because it has enough public information to compare fit, logistics, and source context.

What we verified

  • address
  • hours
  • accessible preschool playground
  • accessible school-age playground

What remains unknown

No additional gaps are currently recorded. This does not mean every access feature has been assessed.

Profile updated August 3, 2026; source check April 11, 2026. Confirm current park hours, construction closures, restroom availability, and the specific accessibility features your family needs before making a special trip.

Atlas Perspective

Editor's Take

Not a destination playground, but a useful accessible neighborhood park when you want an easier, shorter Arlington outing.

At a Glance

Venue type

Neighborhood playground

Age groups

ToddlersPreschoolersBig kids

Mobility features

Ground-level play

Family amenities

SeatingPicnic tablesDrinking fountainsPavilions or shelters

Surface type

Mixed surfaces

Shade level

Mixed shade

Accessibility supports

Accessible routes

Park context

Picnic area

Operator type

Municipal

Visit options

Free entryDawn to duskPavilion rentals

Toddler-friendly

Yes

Verified only

Yes

Plan Your Visit

Hours

Mondaysunrise - sunset
Tuesdaysunrise - sunset
Wednesdaysunrise - sunset
Thursdaysunrise - sunset
Fridaysunrise - sunset
Saturdaysunrise - sunset
Sundaysunrise - sunset
ParkingLimited parking.
Facilities
  • Accessible preschool playground
  • Accessible school-age playground
  • Picnic shelter
  • Grill
  • Drinking fountain
  • Basketball court
Stay LengthUsually best for a shorter neighborhood visit rather than a half-day trip.
Hours SummaryOpen sunrise to sunset.

Pricing Snapshot

SummaryFree public park.
Admission
No playground admission fee.

About the Venue

Butler Holmes Park is a smaller Arlington neighborhood option that still gives families meaningful accessibility benefits. Arlington County lists both the preschool and school-age playgrounds as accessible, and the site also includes an accessible grill, picnic shelter, open grassy space, and a basketball court. It is better for a shorter local visit than a major destination outing, but it is a practical pick for families who want a simpler inclusive park stop.

Birthday Party Snapshot

SummaryReasonable for simple outdoor birthdays thanks to the picnic shelter.
Packages
Picnic shelter reservation available through Arlington County
Private RentalNo

Accessibility & Comfort

These details reflect published sources and dated reports, not an ADA inspection. Confirm the specific supports and barriers that matter for your visit.

Mobility
Accessible preschool playgroundAccessible school-age playgroundAccessible grillAccessible picnic shelter
Considerations
County page confirms accessibility but gives limited detail on specific adaptive play components.
Accessible routes

Gallery

Overall park scene at Butler Holmes Park
Main park image for Butler Holmes Park.
Children's climbing play area at Butler Holmes Park
Play structure at Butler Holmes Park.

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Contact Information

Address

101 S Barton St

Arlington, VA, 22204

Source & Verification

Last updated

August 3, 2026

Verification summary

Last source review: April 11, 2026

Checked against 1 public source.

This profile summarizes published information and dated reports. It is not an ADA inspection or an individualized accessibility assessment.

Reviewed as

Municipal source review

What Changed

April 11, 2026

Created listing from official Arlington County park page.

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