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.

Hit These Fun Zones for Something Different

Stuck in a rut and bored of doing the same old things? Try ax-throwing, group gaming, virtual golf, a smash room or indoor go-kart racing.

Get Away: The Omni Homestead Resort

Set in the Allegheny Mountains, this newly renovated property and its natural warm springs are a choice spot for a winter escape.

Dog Sledding Adventures in Maryland

Get your thrills with an Iditarod-style winter outing within driving distance of D.C. Snow not required.

10 Fun Things to Do With Kids During the Holiday Break

Round out the season with outdoor skating, scavenger hunts, building activities, a VR experience and an 'Encanto' casita come to life.

Celebrate a Crabby New Year on the Eastern Shore

Ring in 2024 with fire jugglers, magic shows, an air guitar contest and the drop of a giant crab at First Night Talbot in Easton, Maryland.

Get Away: Moxy Hotel Virginia Beach

The fun decor at this surfer-chic Marriott Bonvoy property includes a Zoltar fortune-telling machine, tabletop shuffleboard and an indoor slide.

Follow the Stars to Bethlehem PA, aka ‘Christmas City’

Whether you celebrate Christmas as a religious, secular or commercial holiday, this former steel town brings the magic.

14 Places to Volunteer with Kids and Teens

The holiday season often focuses on getting, but giving is a great way to celebrate, and something people of all ages can do.
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Catch These Christmas Tree and Menorah Lightings in the DMV

’Tis the season to be merry and bright, and neighborhoods throughout the region are taking the latter very seriously.

Where to Shop on Small Business Saturday

The Passport Program is back with special offers, treats and a chance to win prizes from more than a dozen local shops and eateries.

32 Festive Events to Make the Season Bright

From Santa selfies and icy slides to live performances and train rides, we've got your holiday fun right here.

11 Holiday Fun Runs In and Around Arlington

Burn off some calories, do good for the community and wear ridiculous things while running or walking these festive races.
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