August in Arlington

Festivals & Live Music

Lubber Run Summer Concert Series | August 1

The Lubber Run Summer Concert Series features free performances from a variety of genres at the sylvan venue nestled two blocks off Route 50. The last concert of the summer will take place on August 1 at 8:00 p.m. and will feature bluegrass band, Big Howdy. More information here.

PISCO Y RITMO - Live Music at Peruvian Brothers | Fridays in August

Kick off your summer weekends with vibrant beats, bold flavors, and signature Pisco Sour Slushies at Peruvian Brothers on Fridays from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m.

Fridays at the Fountain in National Landing | Fridays in August

Start the weekend with a free concert on Fridays from 5:30 to 8:00 p.m. featuring bands from the D.C. region at National Landing’s only outdoor food hall, National Landing Water Park.

Ballston Beats and Bites | August 25

Join the Ballston BID from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. for an outdoor lunch live music series on August 25 outside of Uncle Julio and Kanji Izakaya. More information on the full lineup here.

Netherlands Carillon Concert Series | August 8, 22

Enjoy sweeping views of Washington, D.C., while guest artists play patriotic music, jazz and pop on the Carillon's 50 bells. Meet on the lawn at the foot of the Carillon from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm. on August 8 and 22. Make sure to bring blankets to this family-friendly event.

Arlington County Fair | August 12-16

From August 12 to 16, enjoy midway fun, classic fair food, live entertainment, kids' activities, and more at the Thomas Jefferson Community & Fitness Center. See the full Arlington County Fair schedule here.

Outdoor Fun

Columbia Pike Movie Nights | August 1

On Friday, August 1 at Penrose Square at sunset (8:30 p.m.), enjoy FREE outdoor movie nights. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own chairs/blankets and leashed pets are welcome, but alcohol is NOT permitted.

Met Park Movie Nights | August 7, 21

Join the National Landing BID this summer for Met Park Movie Nights! This outdoor series will run every other Friday until September 19th at Metropolitan Park. Family-friendly movies will start promptly at 6:00 p.m. More information here.

National Park Week Bike Ride | August 29

Join the Friends of Mount Vernon Trail (FoMVT) and celebrate National Park Week with a bike ride down the Mount Vernon Trail learning about the rich history of amazing sites along the south parkway at 9:00 am on August 29. Reserve your spot here.

Arts & Culture

Wellness Wednesdays at the Innovation Studio | Wednesdays in August

Head over to MoCA's Innovation Studio and Store in National Landing on Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m. for various wellness topics/classes each week.

Dark Star Park Day | August 1

Don't miss the Rosslyn favorite tradition that only comes around once a year! August 1 at approximately 9:32 a.m., Nancy Holt’s Dark Star Park (1979-84) will perform a special effect. Shadows cast by the spheres and poles of this landmark outdoor sculpture align with their permanent forms on the ground, marking the moment of Rosslyn’s founding. Learn more here.

Artist Led Workshop: "Groovy Buddha Block Prints" | August 2

Learn the AmorosoART technique for block printing at MoCA's Innovation Studio + Store in National Landing on August 2 from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. Using a stencil as your guide, pre-paint acrylics in vibrant strokes, then layer a Groovy Buddha linocut to create your own Pop-inflected “Master-Peace.” Explore how this simple process yields striking results.

Columbia Pike Happy Hour | August 6

Join the Columbia Pike Partnership at Elli's Taqueria on August 6 to unwind, meet new people, and connect with the community—all while enjoying great food and drinks! More information here.

MoCA on the Move Summer Fun Family Series | Sundays in August

Join MoCA on Sundays from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. for live music, hands-on art making, bubbles, chalk and a truly lovely day in National Landing's Metropolitan Park.

Yoga in the Galleries | Saturdays in August

Make your way to the Museum of Contemporary Art, Arlington on Saturdays at 11:00 a.m. for a unique 60-minute yoga session in their serene Tiffany Gallery. Take in the colors of the stained glass as you relax into yoga poses and enjoy a creative doodling and writing session following the class.

Around the Hearth | August 13

Enjoy an encore performance of "Around the Hearth", a play about the people who have lived in the oldest building in Arlington County, Families living in this mid-18th century farmhouse experienced colonial Virginia, the American Revolution, the tumult of the 19th century, and the growing pains of the 20th century. Reserve tickets for the August 13 performance here.

Argentine Tango Night! | August 20

Head to 3 Whistles Cafe every third Thursday for a free Argentine tango lesson at 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm meant for all levels. Afterwards, dance the night away to a milonga from 8:00 pm to 11:00 pm with fun tunes by DJ Harvey Schwarz.

Farmers Markets

Cherrydale Farmers Market | Saturdays

Come out to the Cherrydale Farmers Market, where fresh finds, good vibes, and live music by local artists come together every Saturday from 8:00 a.m. to noon—rain or shine.

Ballston Farmers Market | Thursdays

Located in shady, tree-filled Welburn Square Ballston Farmers Market features organic fruits and vegetables, sweet and savory baked goods, Virginia-made wines, cold-pressed juices, and more every Thursday from 3:00 to 7:00 p.m.

Rosslyn Farmers Market | Wednesdays

Stop by Rosslyn's Central Place Plaza on Wednesdays from 2:00 to 6:00 p.m. and stroll through the market to delight your senses with a wide selection of conventional and certified organic produce, baked goods and bread, popsicles, fresh flowers, and more.

Columbia Pike Farmers Market | Sundays

Stop by one of Arlington's longest-standing farmers' markets. Stop by the market each Sunday between 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Pike Park, located in front of the Walgreens at Columbia Pike & South Walter Reed Drive. Find local, fresh and organic products including homemade salsas, coffee beans, kombucha and much more.

Saturday Market at Met Park | Saturdays

The Saturday Market is back! With the warm weather comes the long-awaited return of Met Park’s Saturday Farmers Market from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Come support local farmers and businesses while shopping for your fresh organic fruits and veggies, enjoying hot food prepared onsite, and checking out what local crafters have to offer.

See Arlington's FULL list of market offerings here.