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Free things to do in Arlington, VA

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We reviewed 6,000+ Washington-area events to pick the 4 best free things to do in Arlington, VA between August 17 and August 23. Updated daily.

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Our best picks: free things to do in Arlington, VA — August 17–23

Tuesday, August 18

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Young Explorers @ MoCA Arlington's Innovation Studio + Store

10 AM – 2 PM·National Landing BID · Arlington

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Friday, August 21

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Fridays at the Fountain ft. Chicha Morada (Cumbia)

10 AM – 2 PM·National Landing BID · Arlington

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Movies @ Met: Shrek

10 AM – 2 PM·National Landing BID · Arlington

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DCBX x Viva La Bachata Present: Bachata Summer Stars Weekender

10 AM – 2 PM·National Landing BID · Arlington

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