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.

Our writer spent a weekend at a holistic farm to find out.

11 Adult-Friendly Halloween Events Around Arlington

Come with your costumes and killer dance moves to these daytime hangs and all-night parties.

10 New Books to Read in October

Sink your teeth into a horror-tinged thriller, a pulp noir anthology and a deep dive into the history of the World Series.

Arlington Arts Center Adopts New Name

The renamed Museum of Contemporary Art Arlington reopens and stages its first national biennial exhibit on Oct. 1.

7 Virginia Wineries to Visit This Fall

Stomp grapes, steep yourself in history and sip a glass or two while taking in the soul-soothing scenery.

Get Away: The Schoolhouse Hotel

Resurrected from a devastating 2016 flood, this historic high school building is now a cool boutique hotel.

‘You Can Be an American But Not Always Feel Like You’re Seen as One’

Asian Americans were underrepresented in the stories of Wendy Shang's youth. Now she’s writing the books she always wanted to read.

Where to Go Leaf Peeping This Fall

View the kaleidoscope of colors by bike or foot at these local nature hideaways.

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Where to Celebrate Oktoberfest 2022

Dig out a dirndl or some lederhosen for these autumnal events, featuring stein-hoisting, polka and plenty of beer.

Add These Free Outdoor Fests to Your Fall Calendar

Get into the groove, sample savory snacks and sips, and perk up your pooch at these street parties.

10 New Books to Read in September

The month's new releases include tales of female assassins and spies, a teen novel set in war-torn Syria and essays by Annie Proulx.

8 Fun Fall Outings With Kids

Make the most of the autumn season with these family-friendly festivals and events in the DMV.

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