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.

For campy fun, book a stay at this John Waters-inspired property in Charm City's Mount Vernon neighborhood.

9 Outdoor Festivals to Kickstart Summer

Catch craft beer, food trucks, blues artists, a 'dad band' and a pride pageant at these street parties.

Explore the Mallows Bay Ghost Fleet, a Ship Graveyard

Filled with history, this sunken fleet about 30 miles down the Potomac from D.C. is now an ecological paradise.

Take a Break With These Local Weekend Getaways

Immerse yourself in culture, catch some rays or ride the river with these quick vacation ideas, all within driving distance.

10 New Books to Read in May

This month's great reads include a charming rom-com centered around the Tower of London and a deep dive into the history of recorded sound.

Virginia Has a New Winery with Spectacular Mountain Views

Owned by Arlingtonians Tom and Deanna Herrity, Crimson Lane Vineyards is a labor of love.

Where to Celebrate Earth Day

Plant a tree, visit an eco-fair, join a community cleanup and other ways to give back to the planet in and around Arlington.

8 Karaoke Bars Where You Can Sing Your Heart Out

Make some musical memories and grab bites and drinks in the process.

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10 New Books to Read in April

Lose yourself in an epic fantasy world, the true story of a hijacked luxury train, ancient recipes or new revelations about an Iron Age Viking mummy.

Get Away: Roanoke’s Liberty Trust Hotel

Housed inside a vintage bank building, this boutique hotel wins points for its grand Beaux Arts design.

Where to Eat and Drink in Pittsburgh

More than a sports town with a gritty past, the ’Burgh has a food scene full of surprises.

16 Things to Do This Spring

Get ready for cultural festivals, egg hunts, tribute bands, a 5K bunny hop and the return of the Arlington Civitan flea market.

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