Things to Do

Are you on the lookout for fun, enriching ways to spend your free time? There’s no shortage of festivals, concerts, kid-focused activities, world-class theater productions or weekend getaways that will excite, inspire or rejuvenate your soul. Arlington Magazine is your source for exciting things to do in Arlington, our neighboring communities and within a few hours’ drive of home.

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20 Kid-Friendly Spring Break Road Trips

Want to make memories over spring break? These family-friendly fun spots are all within driving distance of Washington, D.C.

Where to Celebrate America’s 250th in the DMV

Want to party like it's 1776? Wish the country a happy semiquincentennial with blasts from the past, festivals and fireworks.

12 Ways to Celebrate Mardi Gras in Virginia and D.C.

Who needs to go to Bourbon Street when Bourbon Street can come to you?...

Philly’s Calder Gardens Blend Art and Nature

Iconic works by the famed sculptor rest in quiet interior spaces and amid lush landscapes by Dutch designer Piet Oudolf.

Where to Try Winter Olympic Sports in the DMV

Whether you dream of medaling or just testing your mettle, you can give some of the Games' greatest events a try nearby.

11 Ways to Celebrate Galentine’s Day with Your Besties in the DMV

Gather the girls for pop-up shopping events, a soothing yoga session, champagne in an igloo or a luxurious weekend staycation.

14 Alt Ways to Do Valentine’s Day in the DMV

From kids' crafts and nail art to running in your undies, these events have a lot of heart. Romantic partners not required.

16 Ways to Celebrate the Lunar New Year

Welcome the Year of the Fire Horse with festivals, parades, dragon dances and traditional foods all month long.

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10 New Books to Read at the Arlington Public Library

A dazzling saga about the generations of Hawaiian women tasked with protecting their homeland, plus a taxi driver becomes a suspect when her passenger is murdered in the backseat.

15 Ways to Celebrate Black History in the DMV

Visit historic sites, celebrate Black culture and learn about important African Americans who shaped our communities.

18 Things to Do In February In and Around Arlington

Head out for author talks about food, magic shows, Lunar New Year celebrations and the passionate love story of empires colliding.

Virginia’s Maple Syrup Trail Is Small-Town Sweet

Visit the annual Highland County Maple Festival for maple everything, and a look at how sap becomes liquid gold.

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