Things to Do

Where to Party on St. Patrick’s Day

Dive into Irish breakfast, slurp on green Jell-O shots and get down with the fiddle at these local fests. ☘

Love Period Films? Meet Arlington’s Hollywood Connection

This vintage costume design studio has a star-studded list of film, television and stage credits.

7 Less-Crowded Places to See Cherry Blossoms

Since 1912, when the Mayor of Tokyo gifted 3,000 Yoshino cherry trees to the...

10 New Books to Read in March

This month brings the latest installment in the Lady Sherlock series, and a riveting account of a train derailment that changed America.

Where to Eat, Drink and Catch Live Music

Enjoy stellar shows alongside your drinks and dinner at these local restaurants and bars.

Roberta Flack’s Road to the Grammys Began in Arlington

The vocalist known for "Killing Me Softly" and other hits grew up in Green Valley.

Wave Your Carnival Beads at These Mardi Gras Parties

Celebrate Fat Tuesday with New Orleans grooves, cooking classes, hurricanes and king cakes galore.

13 Ways to Celebrate Valentine’s Day

Skip the fancy dinner and try live theater, massage lessons, a drag show and a French cooking class.
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10 New Books to Read in February

This month's new releases include the final installment in the 'War for the Rose Throne' series and a present-day look at Alabama's Africatown.

For Artsy Out-of-Town Guests: D.C.’s CitizenM Hotel

Visitors can stay in style at this colorful, cool boutique hotel in NoMa near Union Station.

8 Open Mic Nights For Music, Poetry and Laughs

Belt it out, crack 'em up, speak your mind and bring your applause to these local nightspots.

Stressed Out? Let These Resorts Give You the Spa Treatment

Pamper yourself with a stay at one of these luxury hideaways within driving distance of Arlington.