March in Arlington

As winter fades away, spring is around the corner and so are a variety of exciting events in Arlington!

Take in the beauty of the cherry blossom trees, party in pink, enjoy a theater classic, or take part in a game night - is trivia or bingo more your style?

Pictured | Springtime at Netherlands Carillon
Credit | @sunshinefreebird

Cherry Blossom Season

National Cherry Blossom Festival | Beginning March 20

Experience a four-week extravaganza (March 20 - April 12) filled with food, fun and culture throughout Arlington and the capital region. Celebrate the National Cherry Blossom Festival, when the delicate blooms turn Washington, D.C.’s Tidal Basin into a lovely sea of pink. Keep your camera close at hand to capture the unforgettable sight of all those Instagram-worthy flowers.

Pink in the Pool | March 21

Join in on a family-friendly swim party celebrating cherry blossom season! Enjoy free swim sessions, pink beach balls, and interactive activity stations featuring Japanese arts and culture, balloon twisters, a Japanese candy station, and more at Long Bridge Aquatics & Fitness Center on March 21 from 9:00 a.m. to noon. Registration is required.

Pink Beats | March 26, April 2, April 9

Let the rhythm of pink move you at Pink Beats at National Landing Water Park! Celebrate the cherry blossom season with unforgettable evenings of music on March 26, April 2, and April 9 from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m., featuring artists from around the region.

Stay tuned for more Cherry Blossom-themed event additions!

Celebrate St. Patrick's Day in Arlington

Celtic House Festivities | March 14 - 17

Spend St. Patrick's Day at Celtic House off Columbia Pike! From March 14 to 17, experience a variety of themed events such as traditional Irish music, Irish dancing, an Irish brunch buffet, and more. More details here.

Clarendon's St. Paddy's Day Bar Crawl | March 14

On Saturday, March 14th, join the shenanigans at Clarendon’s most fun bars, while enjoying all day drink specials, DJs, entertainment, signature party favors, and giveaways. Get tickets ahead of time here.

Check back here for updated St. Patrick's Day event listings and view our full list of Irish pubs in Arlington.

Arts & Culture

The Two Gentlemen of Killarney - Avant Bard Theatre | March 5 - 28

Avant Bard Theatre proudly presents The Two Gentlemen of Killarney. Adapted from Shakespeare’s Two Gentlemen of Verona, the story follows friends-turned-rivals from Ireland to America during the Great Famine, blending Shakespeare’s wit with traditional Irish tunes and delivering a dynamic celebration of love, immigration, and humanity. For a complete list of showtimes, click here.

Yoga in the Galleries | Saturdays

Yoga in the Galleries is a 60-minute yoga session designed to inspire and uplift at the Museum of Contemporary Art Arlington. Hosted in the beautiful Tiffany Gallery every Saturday morning at 11:00 a.m., you will be invited to move your body towards a presence with your inner creative. At the end of each flowing session, you will be invited to journal, doodle, draw or meditate.

Get Social/Get Your Game On

Women's History Month Networking Breakfast | March 4

In celebration of Women's History Month, the National Landing Business Improvement District will host a Women's Networking Breakfast on March 4 from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. at Surreal. For women who live, visit, and do business in National Landing, this Women's History Month event celebrates the trailblazing leaders and visionaries of the community. Enjoy light bites, coffees, teas, and beverages, and the opportunity to connect with others in the community. Don't forget your business cards! Register here.

Rosslyn Rivals: Happy Hour Bingo | March 4, 11, 18, & 25

Spring into fun with Happy Hour Bingo, brought to you by the Rosslyn BID and DC Fray. Enjoy bingo, brews, and a whole lot of friendly competition on Tuesdays, March 4. 11, 18, and 25, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Awbrey & Sons Restaurant inside the Hyatt Centric Arlington. Bingo participants will have the opportunity to win a variety of prizes, so bring your "A" game! Beer, wine, and non-alcoholic beverages will also be available for purchase. This FREE event is open to all ages, but spots will fill faster than you can mark your bingo card. Register ahead of time here.

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