Things to Do

Are you on the lookout for fun, enriching ways to spend your free time? There’s no shortage of festivals, concerts, kid-focused activities, world-class theater productions or weekend getaways that will excite, inspire or rejuvenate your soul. Arlington Magazine is your source for exciting things to do in Arlington, our neighboring communities and within a few hours’ drive of home.

Staying home for spring break? These family-friendly adventures will keep the kids active, engaged and happy.

8 Places to See the Cherry Blossoms Near Arlington, VA

Not into crowds? Skip the Tidal Basin and savor the first signs of spring along these quieter parks, trails and waterways.

6 Great Glamping Spots Near Arlington, VA

Love camping but hate sleeping on the ground? Enjoy the great outdoors, plus creature comforts, in a luxury tent, cabin or yurt.

20 Kid-Friendly Spring Break Road Trips

Want to make memories over spring break? These family-friendly fun spots are all within driving distance of Washington, D.C.

Check Out the Art at The Royal Sonesta Hotel on Capitol Hill

Works on display throughout the property include homages to RBG, Martin Luther King Jr., cherry blossoms and D.C.'s famed Tidal Basin beaver.

9 Parents’ Night Out Drop-Off Programs In and Around Arlington

Need a night off? Let these local gyms and rec centers entertain your kids with water park fun, tumbling, arts and crafts and pizza.

17 Places to Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day In and Around Arlington, VA

Hit these Northern Virginia pubs and parties for whiskey and beer, corned beef and cabbage, and plenty of Irish music and shenanigans. ☘️

Painter with Autism Wins Falls Church Arts Award

Arlington resident Michael Lindsay earned the People's Choice Award for his abstract work 'Full Circle in Blue.'

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10 New Books to Read in March at the Arlington Public Library

A teen discovers her family is in the mafia, senior assassins solve a murder, and the true story of four women who helped end WWII.

12 Places to Celebrate Mardi Gras in Virginia and D.C.

Get a taste of New Orleans' biggest party right here with parades, king cakes, boozy hurricanes and stuffed po'boys.

18 Fun-Filled Things to Do in March in and Around Arlington, VA

Shower baby animals with love, think pink for cherry blossoms, and get tickets to ball games, concerts, F1 Lego builds and more.

Take the Kids to This Charming West Virginia Mountain Town

Tiny Thomas, West Virginia, is a perfect launch point for outdoor adventures in Canaan Valley and Dolly Sods.

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