Clarendon Day: Food, Music and Fun at Clarendon's Annual Street Fair
Known as a good old-fashioned street fair that takes place rain or shine, more than 20,000 people generally come out to celebrate.
Clarendon Day Event Details
When: September 26, 2026 (Check back for 2027 event details)
Where: Clarendon Metro Park & 8 Adjacent Blocks
Admission: FREE!
What is Clarendon Day?
Clarendon Day is one of the largest street festivals in Arlington, welcoming tens of thousands of attendees every year. The event was created by the Clarendon Alliance and gives the local community the opportunity to come together for a day of fun and togetherness. The festival highlights locals, from business owners to artists, and brings Clarendon non-profits and community programs to the forefront of the festival.
Celebrate with your neighbor and meet the latest members of your community by showing up and showing out to the Clarendon Day Street Festival.
Events & Activities
Vendors & Food
Dozens of vendors will be available to Clarendon Day attendees, from local non-profits to community support programs to artisans and more. A variety of food vendors will also line the streets at the festival, featuring sweet treats, wine and whiskey bars, coffee carts, and grilled goodies.
Find a full list of the exhibitors and vendors set to attend this year's event on the official Clarendon website.
Music
The main stage will feature live performances throughout the day. Be sure to stop by, enjoy the music, and dance along to the local vocalists taking the stage.
- 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. | Captain Seawalker
- 1 p.m. - 2:45 p.m. | The Fuss
- 4 p.m. - 5:45 p.m. | Legal in the District
Kid's Zone
The family-friendly Kid's Zone will have inflatable slides and obstacle courses, arts and crafts, glitter tattoos, and balloon animals. Be sure to arrive early, as the first 500 kids will have the chance to win a Clarendon Days prize!
How to Get There
If you intend on driving to the Clarendon Day Festival, be sure to use the address 3100 Wilson Boulevard for your GPS. There are several parking garages surrounding this area, including Colonial Parking (3001 Washington Boulevard) and Atlantic Parking (1201 N Fillmore Street).
Consider taking the metro in for the event; it's a worry-free alternative that doesn't require you to search for open parking spaces. Simply take the metro to the Clarendon station and come right up the steps to be among the event's festivities.
Frequently Asked Questions
What other fall festivals are happening in Arlington?
In the fall months, Arlington hosts a huge selection of events, from music festivals to marathons! Also in September is the Rosslyn Jazz Festival. Then in October, gear up for the Army Ten-Miler and the Marine Corps Marathon, before slowing things down in November with a moment of observance and solemnity for Veterans Day.
For even more of our yearly festivals, review our Annual Events page.
What can I do in Clarendon, Arlington, VA, besides the festival?
Clarendon has a little bit of everything for everyone. Coffee connoisseurs can sip their way through the many coffee shops in town. Night owls can explore the neighborhood through its lively nightlife, including rooftop bars and award-winning breweries. And families can have fun at Clarendon's escape rooms and wander their farmers markets.
Our Clarendon neighborhood page helps you navigate the area like a local with suggestions of where to eat and what to do.
What activities will there be for kids?
The event will have a kid's zone with inflatables, arts and crafts, balloon animals, and more. Clarendon Day is a family-friendly event and strongly encourages families from all over to attend the large street festival.
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