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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Deep Creek Lake Has a New Lakeside Lodge

Pet-friendly Cove Creek Lodge offers kayaking, swimming, paddleboarding and waterfront relaxation with modern rustic furnishings.

Sneak a Peek at the Air & Space Museum’s New Galleries

A curator explains the changes seven years in the making at one of D.C.'s most popular Smithsonian museums.

8 Free Events for Kids and Teens Around Arlington

Summer fun continues with bouncing in the park, a RenFest for minis, mad science experiments and teen nights after dark.

Virginia’s River Realm Has Small-Town Vibes and Oysters Galore

This easygoing coastal area along the Rappahannock River and Chesapeake Bay is a great place to wander, paddle, sail and chill.

This Outer Banks Resort Is All About Wellness and Style

Craving an active beach vacation with a side of luxury? Pamlico Station Edgecamp on Hatteras Island does it by design.

The Best July 4th Parties, Parades and Fireworks Around Arlington

Skip the bridge traffic and enjoy fireworks viewing, block parties, parades and other patriotic events on the Virginia side of the Potomac.

Where to Play Mini Golf In Northern VA

Tee up for a fun round of mini golf surrounded by nature, famous works of art or the Tysons skyline at these area courses.

Meet Arlington’s Jazz Power Couple

Music is a love language for Ken Avis and Lynn Veronneau. Their newest album is a tribute to folk legends Joni Mitchell and Carole King.

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11 Fun Things to Do With Kids Around Arlington This Summer

Membership has its privileges at arcades, waterparks, jumping gyms and bowling alleys, which offer steep discounts during the summer months.

14 Ways to Celebrate Juneteenth in Northern Virginia

Celebrate freedom and resilience with concerts, historic tours, festivals, book talks and other commemorative events.

Where to Go Bungee Jumping Near D.C.

Ready for an adrenaline rush? The Great Bungee Company opens the nation's first quarry-based jumping site near Harpers Ferry this summer.

14 Fun Things to Do For Father’s Day in the DMV

They probably have enough ties and "dad joke" mugs. This Father's Day, swing from trees, paddleboard, drive a race car or run a 5K.

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