September in Arlington

Festivals & Live Music

Rosslyn Jazz Fest | September 6

Experience Arlington, Virginia’s most popular FREE outdoor music festival! Join the Rosslyn Business Improvement District and Arlington Arts at the 33rd Rosslyn Jazz Fest on September 6 from 1:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Gateway Park for an afternoon of music, community, food trucks, yard games, and more.

Ballston Beats and Bites | September 9 and 23

Join the Ballston BID from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. for an outdoor lunch live music series on September 9 and 23 at The Ellipse (courtyard near Grand Cru/Roggenart Bakery & Cafe). More information on the full lineup here.

Samuel Beckett's Celtic Festival | September 13

Enjoy traditional Irish music and dance, food and drinks, festivities, and a pop-up makers market all in the heart of Shirlington at Samuel Beckett's Celtic Festival on September 13 from noon to 6:00 p.m.

Pepper Fest | September 13

Come celebrate the end of summer in the Potomac Overlook Vegetable Garden at Potomac Overlook Regional Park on September 13 from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. Sample a wide variety of peppers from mild to hot, taste dishes prepared by the Master Gardeners, and learn more about how to grow your own! More information here.

Netherlands Carillon Concert Series | September 14 and 28

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 September 14 and 28 and bring blankets to this family-friendly event.

Oktoberfest at Courthaus Social | September 19-21

Experience a 3-day Oktoberfest celebration from September 19 to 21 at Courthaus Social, featuring a stein holding competition, best lederhosen competition, food and drink specials, giveaways, and more.

NaLa Noches: A Latin Music Series | September 18 and 25

Spice up your Thursday evenings from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. with NaLa Noches, a high-energy celebration of Latin music and culture in the heart of National Landing. Each week showcases live performances handpicked by DC trumpet legend Joe Herrera. Grab empanadas from local favorite Peruvian Brothers, cool down with free Topo Chico, and dive into hands-on art activations by Museum of Contemporary Art Arlington. Plus, stop by the National Landing BID tent for giveaways!

Astro Beer Hall Oktoberfest | September 20 and 27

Join Astro Beer Hall in Shirlington from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. on September 20 and 27 for beer, drink specials, food, and tons of exciting giveaways! Oktoberfest at Astro admission is free. Come dressed up in a dirndl or your best Oktoberfest attire to receive a 10% discount on your purchases at each event.

VA Beer and Wine Festival | September 27

Join the National Landing Water Park for their 2nd Annual Virginia Beer and Wine Festival on September 27 from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. Enjoy live music, custom wine glass or pint engraving, lawn games, face painting, and more while sipping on the finest local beer and wine. Get tickets here.

Clarendon Day | September 27

Join the Clarendon Alliance on September 27 from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the Clarendon Metro Plaza for Clarendon Day 2025, a lively street festival featuring live music, local food and drink, arts and crafts vendors, family fun, and more. More event details here.

Check out the Clarendon Ballroom BierDeck Oktoberfest Celebration starting at 5:00 p.m. as your Clarendon Day after-party destination!

Outdoor Fun & Fitness

Trail Tuesday with Friends of the Mount Vernon Trail | September 9

Join the Friends of Mount Vernon Trail (FoMVT) to improve the Mount Vernon Trail on September 9 at 5:30 p.m. in Rosslyn! Volunteers will remove vegetation, pick up trash, and remove ivy from the fence near the entrance of the trail.

Fit @ Met | Wednesdays in September

Join DC Fray and the National Landing Business Improvement District Wednesdays from 8:00 to 9:00 a.m. at Metropolitan Park for free, instructor-led rotating fitness classes. Try everything from Pilates to Zumba! More information here.

Fit @ Potomac Yard | Sundays in September

Join DC Fray and the National Landing Business Improvement District Sundays from 2:00 to 3:00 p.m. at Center Park in Potomac Yard for free, instructor-led rotating fitness classes. Try everything from Pilates to Kickboxing! More information here.

Arts & Culture

Wellness Wednesdays at the Innovation Studio | Wednesdays in September

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.

Kî me Ez? - Who Am I? at Mason Exhibitions Arlington | Beginning September 5

The Kurdish experience is often marked by oppressive measures like militarized displacement, linguicide, genocide, gender-based violence, imprisonment by the state for cultural and artistic expression, and exiled artists, writers, and activists. Kurdish identity is built upon the rubble, yes, but also within abundance, too. Within this kaleidoscopic reality, Kî me Ez asks our Kurdish artists to take on this existential question: Who Am I? See this powerful exhibit at Mason Exhibitions Arlington beginning September 5.

Met Park Movie Nights | September 5 and 19

Join the National Landing Business Improvement District on September 5 (Moana) and 19 (The Wizard of Oz) from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. for movie nights held in Metropolitan Park. See here for more details.

The Full Monty | September 6-21

In a town where jobs have dried up and egos have taken a hit, a group of steelworkers hatch a wild plan to earn some quick cash: they’re going to put on a strip show – and go the FULL MONTY! As the men battle insecurities, societal expectations, family pressures, and their fear of letting it all hang out (literally), they discover the real exposure isn’t in taking off their clothes... Join The Arlington Players at the Thomas Jefferson Community Theatre from September 6 to 21 to witness this performance. See the full list of showtimes here.

MoCA on the Move: Paw-casso Party | September 9

Unleash your dog’s inner Paw-casso, and make art with your dog! Featuring pet Polaroids, portrait drawing, vendors, and a live DJ. Join MoCA for this FREE programming in Metropolitan Park on September 9 from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m.

Plants in the Park | September 10

Plants in the Park features fun and easy plant-related activities hosted in partnership with PlantHouse, a local, experiences-based terrarium workshop and plant store, allowing participants to create and take home a themed plant project. Head to Metropolitan Park on September 10 from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. to get creative!

Columbia Pike Happy Hour | September 11

Join the Columbia Pike Partnership at MEDA on September 11 at 5:00 p.m. to unwind, meet new people, and connect with the community—all while enjoying great food and drinks! More information here.

Halls Hill History Walk | September 13

Join WalkArlington, the John M. Langston Citizens Association, and the Black Heritage Museum of Arlington for a Halls Hill History Walk on September 13 from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., beginning at the Segregation Wall and ending at Calloway United Methodist Church with beverages and light refreshments. RSVP and see the full tour schedule here.

Yoga in the Galleries | Saturdays in September

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.

"It's a Steal" Art Fair | September 19-21

The Arlington Artists Alliance affordable art fair, "It's A Steal," is back September 19-21 at 2666 Military Rd. This free event features hundreds of artworks by 45 local artists, including original paintings, pottery, glass, note cards, prints, and much more. Everything is under $150!

Landing Local Artisan Market | September 20

Browse unique finds from local makers, enjoy great food and drinks, and relax in the park with friends and neighbors surrounded by live music at the National Landing Water Park on September 20 from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m.

Columbia Pike Lunch Club | September 24

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 September 24 at noon at City Kabob to find your new favorite go-to spot!

Play On! by Signature Theatre | Throughout September

Experience Signature Theatre's delightful musical based on Shakespeare’s comedy Twelfth Night, set to the syncopated soundtrack of Duke Ellington’s greatest hits. See showtimes throughout September here. This production is a part of Theatre Washington's 2025 Theatre Week - learn more!

Mindful Making: Mini Notebook | September 25

Embrace the changing season by creating your own charming mini-notebook with a letterpress printed paper cover and quality interior blank paper at Open to Being on September 25 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Round the corners and foil press your name or a guiding word on the cover to personalize it. Sign up here.

BOLD + Bright: Gala and Silent Auction | September 25

Head over to the Museum of Contemporary Art Arlington on September 25 from 6:00 to 10:00 p.m. for an exclusive first look at their fall exhibitions, opportunities to bid on extraordinary experiences and artworks by some of the brightest artists today, and a three-course meal accompanied by a dynamic program. Get tickets here.

Remembering Langston School | September 27

Join Arlington Public Schools and the John M. Langston Citizens Association at the Knights of Columbus - Columbus Club on September 27 from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. to memorialize the historic Langston School. More information here.

Crafts to the Max | September 27

Join the Arlington Artists Alliance at Alliance Gallery in Clarendon on September 27 from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. for a fun day of crafts for kids where more is more! Alongside the exhibition Maximalism!, kids will be inspired to create their very own maximalist masterpieces. RSVP here.

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.