The NOW: Rosslyn’s Outdoor Pop-Up Park Destination
Designed and brought to life by the Rosslyn BID and its partners, the NOW — named for its location at Nash, Oak, and Wilson — is a temporary pop-up park that bridges today and tomorrow, transforming a once-passive terrace into a vibrant outdoor destination for community activity.
Built by the community for the community, this dynamic public space at 1401 Wilson Blvd. is a result of community feedback and collaboration, offering a versatile destination to connect, learn, and play.
Discover the NOW's Three Zones
More than just a park, it features three welcoming zones for everyone to enjoy:
🌳 Gather
A scenic terrace with comfortable seating for mindful moments, casual meetups, and community events.
🪴 Grow
An interactive urban garden with native plants, pollinator-friendly beds, hand-painted rain barrels, and plots tended by local partners.
🐾 Paws
A dog-friendly zone where leashed pets can stretch, sniff, and socialize.
Sustainability & Biophilic Design
The NOW reflects Rosslyn’s commitment to sustainable urban placemaking. By activating underutilized space and incorporating seasonal plantings and adaptable materials, the park supports environmental responsibility while enhancing the public realm.
Nominated for a DESIGNArlington Award in 2025 for its design excellence in Arlington’s built environment, the NOW continues to be recognized as a project that has elevated a transitional site into a space that feels not only cohesive, but welcoming.
Powered by our Partners
Thank you to our community partners for helping bring the NOW to life! Learn more about FOUA's involvement in the NOW's "Grow Zone" by reading our Q&A with FOUA President, Lynda Ramirez-Blust.
Events & Programming at the NOW
Throughout the year, the NOW hosts pop-up events, seasonal activations, and community programming. Check out our spring events at the NOW!
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. The NOW is open to the public and free to enjoy.
The NOW is currently undergoing a refresh that will be unveiled this spring.
The NOW is the site of many fun events this season. Learn more about all things spring in Rosslyn here.
Pop-up parks are temporary public spaces created in underutilized urban areas, often on vacant lots or converted streets. They act as "third spaces" or places outside of the home, workplace, or school, where people can gather, relax, and build community.
Fortunately, Rosslyn is home to many lovely parks and green spaces. Check out the complete list here.
The urban garden is maintained by Arlington Friends of Urban Agriculture (FOUA) and is not a public garden. However, FOUA hosts volunteer days at the “Grow Zone” on Sundays at 1:30 p.m. and Wednesdays at 12:30 p.m. from March through mid-November. You can learn more about FOUA and other ways to get involved in volunteer efforts by visiting their website here.