Arlington officials are strongly encouraging people coming to the Clarendon Mardi Gras celebration to take Metro. 

The best Metro stops to use are the Clarendon and Courthouse Metro stations. 

Street parking will be restricted and very limited on many streets in the area, so pay attention to posted signs. Cars parked illegally will be towed. If your vehicle is towed from a public street, call 703-558-2222.

• Wilson Boulevard from Veitch Street to Barton Street will be closed from 6:45 to 9:30 p.m.
• Adams Street and Wayne Street, between Clarendon Boulevard and Wilson Boulevard, will be closed from 6:45 to 9:30 p.m.
• Wilson Boulevard from Barton Street to Irving Street will be closed from 7:45 to 9:30 p.m.
• Courthouse Road at North 15th Street — Bayou Bakery will be hosting a block party from 5 to 8 p.m., with setup beginning at 3 p.m. and cleanup ending at 10 p.m.

In addition to those road closures, parking will be limited and restricted on roads outside the immediate celebration area. 

More on the celebration: 

Your Clarendon-Court House Mardi Gras Guide

Clarendon Mardi Gras Parade Founders Celebrate 15 Years