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 5 and 19

Join the Ballston BID from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. for an outdoor lunch live music series on August 5 and 19 outside of Ballston Exchange. More information on the full lineup here.

Netherlands Carillon Concert Series | August 3, 17, and 31

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 3:00 to 4:30 p.m. on August 3, 17, and 31 and bring blankets to this family-friendly event.

Arlington County Fair | August 13-17

From August 13 to 17, 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

Trail Tuesday with Friends of the Mount Vernon Trail | Tuesdays in August

Join the Friends of Mount Vernon Trail (FoMVT) to improve the Mount Vernon Trail Tuesdays at 5:00 p.m. in Rosslyn! Volunteers will remove vegetation, pick up trash, and remove ivy from the fence near the entrance of the trail.

Columbia Pike Movie Nights | August 1, 2, 8, 15, 22

On Fridays at Arlington Mill and Saturdays 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 8, 22

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.

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. First Wednesdays - intuitive art making, second Wednesdays - meditation and breathwork practices, third Wednesdays - Qi Gong, fourth Wednesdays - stARTing a journal practice, fifth Wednesdays - sound bath.

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.

Stationery Store Day Shopping Event and Open House | August 2

Swing by Open to Being on August 2 from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. to celebrate brick-and-mortar stationery stores. See a 110-year-old letterpress in action, color your own letterpress-printed postcard (get a stamp and drop it in our mailbox), enjoy light refreshments, sign up for fall and winter classes, shop Open to Being greeting cards, notebooks, artwork and more!

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 7

Join the Columbia Pike Partnership at Caspi on August 7 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.

THE INVISIBLE SKATE THEORY: An Exhibition on Belonging, Visibility & Skateboarding Culture | Through August 16

The Invisible Skate Theory traces the often-unseen networks that connect women, nonbinary, and queer skaters across geography, identity, and digital space. Centered in the DMV (DC-Maryland-Virginia) skateboarding community, the exhibition at Mason Exhibitions in Virginia Square, explores how connection, culture-building, and resistance take shape in a scene long dominated by cis-male voices — and how those pushed to the margins have built new maps by necessity.

Threads and Expressions: A Fiber and Textile Journey at Alliance Gallery | Through August 17

This vibrant exhibition from the Arlington Artists Alliance showcases handwoven works by artists with disabilities, celebrating their creativity, skill, and artistic voices.

Saudade and Sips: An Evening in Portugal | August 19

A guided tasting of exceptional Portuguese wines at Verre Wine Bar in Courthouse on August 19 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., hosted by a Wine Specialist from Kysela Pere et Fils, a leader in fine wine importation. Get tickets here in advance.

New Moon Tarot and Wine at PLNTR | August 22

Gather with PLNTR in National Landing on the New Moon on August 22 from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. for tarot and wine! The Moon will be in the earth sign of Virgo, meaning it is a good time for slowing down and focusing on self-care. See what the New Moon means for you while enjoying four courses of Wine tastings. You will be guided through reading your own tarot cards and will walk away with clarity about your self care habits and practices. Plus, you will get to create a simple craft to help you set your intentions!

Columbia Pike Lunch Club | August 27

On the Pike, you’ll find the most eclectic food scene in Arlington, home to dozens of international, locally owned restaurants. Columbia Pike Partnership's Monthly Lunch Club will introduce you to these beloved eateries. Join them on August 27 at Ledo's Pizza to find your new favorite go-to spot!

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.