We reviewed 6,000+ Washington-area events to pick the 10 best things to do in Arlington, VA this weekend (Aug 21–23). Updated daily.
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Our best picks: things to do in Arlington, VA this weekend (Aug 21–23)
Friday, August 21
Families. The whole family is invited to join us at the Long Branch or Gulf Branch fire ring for lots of old-fashioned fun. This engaging program will be filled with entertaining activities that may include stories, special animal guests, games, songs and of course, S’mores! (We will provide the marshmallows, chocolate…
As the summer nears the end, the nature center will provide daily opportunities for meeting some of our many resident animals. Meet snakes, turtles, vultures and other live and preserved wildlife. A great time to relax while meeting Arlington's hidden residents.
This program is for grades 6-12 Start your weekend with a blast of creativity! Whether you're flying solo or teaming up with friends, come build wild creations, tackle fun challenges, or just kick back and chat. We’ve got the LEGO® bricks—you bring the imagination. NO REGISTRATION. For more information, call Glencarlyn…
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Saturday, August 22
Join us at Potomac Overlook to Improve habitat, meet fellow do-gooders, get exercise, and learn about native plants and wildlife all while making a difference in the great outdoors! Adults, teens, and families ages 8 and up.
Come join us for a light walk through the woods to explore the diversity of the fungus kingdom, from the littlest mushrooms to giant shelf fungi, to bizarre lichens. We’ll discuss the secret lives of our fungal friends, including their ecology and identification. Teens ages 12 and up welcome to attend with a registered…
Join us for an afternoon of chocolate discovery and tasting with Lindt! Whether you're a chocolate enthusiast or simply curious to learn more, this delicious experience is not to be missed! Enjoy a guided tasting of four LINDOR truffle flavors and learn the story behind Lindt, what makes Lindt chocolate unique, and an…
For new and returning teen volunteers in Grades 7-12 Are you a new volunteer interested in how libraries work behind the scenes? Are you a returning volunteer interested in additional opportunities? Learn more about how volunteering at the library works and get started working on different volunteer tasks! Participants…
Sunday, August 23
Join us at Fort Bennett Park to Improve habitat, meet fellow do-gooders, get exercise, and learn about native plants and wildlife all while making a difference in the great outdoors! Adults, teens, and families ages 8 and up.
As the summer nears the end, the nature center will provide daily opportunities for meeting some of our many resident animals. Meet snakes, turtles, vultures and other live and preserved wildlife. A great time to relax while meeting Arlington's hidden residents.