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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Virtual Reality Film at McLean Community Center Presents Immersive Look at Racism

'Traveling While Black' exhibit takes visitors inside Ben's Chili Bowl to view candid conversations about discrimination.

5 Things to Do This Week

Ring in the new year with uplifting art, an online teen author event, an Eagles tribute and an extended run for RENT at Signature Theatre.

7 Things to Do Over Christmas Break

Enjoy bumper cars on ice, Handel's 'Messiah' in full pageantry and a field of holiday dreams at Nats Park.

10 Things to Do This Week

Santa sightings, Yuletide cabarets, A John Waters Christmas, last-minute pop-up markets and a tribute to the Man in Black.

Where to Ice Skate Around Arlington

Here are 11 spots to test out your triple lutz, go for a spin with the kiddos, or upgrade date night. ⛸

Art in the Time of Covid

Images created in isolation for the Falls Church Arts exhibit 'A Year Apart' offer a powerful testament to life during a pandemic.

15 Things to Do This Week

Holiday concerts, Charlie Brown live, ugly sweater contests, an astronomy festival and a mythological art show.

Get Away: The Inn at Leonardtown

The boutique hotel provides a central location for exploring historic sites, galleries and shops in St. Mary's County, Maryland.

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Where to Catch the Brightest Holiday Light Displays in the Area

These seriously stellar pop-ups and venues have everything you need for a night of wintry revelry.

The Best Books of 2021

Whether you are looking for a book to curl up with or something to gift this holiday season, there’s something for everyone to read on this list.

8 Ways to Eat, Drink, Dance and Light Up the Night This Hanukkah

Fill up on jelly doughnuts, gather for community menorah lightings and move your feet to Klezmer music during this year’s Festival of Lights.

9 Things to Do This Week

Catch an open mic night, Veterans Day observances, a Billy Joel tribute, and an irreverent play by the creator of 'True Blood.' And lace up those ice skates!

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