Arlington Fall Festivals
Published on September 26, 2024
Celebrate the beginning of fall in Arlington! Enjoy live music, arts and crafts markets, kids' activities, and seasonal food and drink at festivals around Arlington.
Sat, Sept 28: Clarendon Day
Sat, Sept 28: Oktoberfest
Fri, Oct 4: Festival Latinoamericano
Sat, Oct 5: Rosslyn Fall Fest
Fri, Oct 25: Howl-O-Ween
Sat, Oct 26: Paws on the Pike
Saturday, September 28, 2024
11:00am to 6:00pm
Clarendon Metro Park
Music, food, art, and fun for the whole family will be at the center of our celebration! Clarendon Day is one of Arlington’s best loved and most diverse street festivals, with a central music stage, a large Kidszone, arts and crafts vendors, business and nonprofit exhibitors from Clarendon and the region, plenty of great food from local and regional restaurants, craft beers and Virginia wines, and more. 20+ years of fun, 8 blocks, 10,000+ people!
Music Schedule
11:00am-12:30pm: AJ Smith
1:00pm-2:45pm: Pebble to Pearl
4:00pm-5:45pm: The 19th Street Band
Saturday, September 28, 2024
12:00pm to 4:00pm
2200 South Eads Street
Get ready to raise a stein and prost to fall in National Landing! Enjoy live music by the Alte Kumpel Band, crisp German lagers, and other entertainment inspired by Oktoberfest. Indulge in a range of offerings from Port City Brewing Company and 23rd Street businesses, including classic bites like pretzels, brats, sweets and more!
Music and Dance Schedule
12:00pm-12:45pm: Alte Kumpel Band (traditional sounds of German folk music with a modern twist)
1:00pm-1:45pm: Alte Kumpel Band
1:00pm-1:30pm: Polka Dance Lessons by Now & Then Dance Studios
2:00pm-2:45pm: Alte Kumpel Band
3:15pm-4:00pm: Firekite (high-energy party rock band)
See the full event schedule.
Friday, October 4, 2024
5:00pm to 9:00pm
Arlington Mill Community Center
Arlington County's Festival Latinoamericano is dedicated to celebrating the vibrant and diverse cultures that enrich our community. Our mission is to showcase the rich tapestry of Latin American art, food, and culture in Arlington County, providing a platform for local artists, chefs, and performers to share their talents and traditions with the public. By supporting small businesses and entrepreneurs, we aim to foster economic growth and community spirit. This free event is designed to be inclusive and educational, offering attendees of all backgrounds a chance to experience Hispanic Heritage firsthand. Join us in commemorating and preserving our cultural heritage while creating lasting connections and memories.
Saturday, October 5, 2024
1:00pm to 6:00pm
Gateway Park
Celebrate the start of autumn with the Rosslyn BID at Fall Fest! Join us at Gateway Park for an afternoon of fall-favorite activities for all ages to help welcome the season of crisp air and colorful leaves. We'll have live music by Jessica Allossery and Rock Creek Kings, food trucks, hard cider tastings, and more fall fun! Plus our highly-anticipated pie eating contest will be back, which you can register for on-site.
Friday, October 25, 2024
3:30pm-5:30pm
Gateway Park
Join the Rosslyn BID for a Halloween-themed evening of dog-friendly activities, treats, and seasonal fun at Gateway Park Interim Dog Park. Festivities will include pet-themed vendors, a beer and wine bar for pet parents, opportunity to mingle with fellow furry friends, and more. Plus, don't forget to dress your pup in their best outfit so they can compete in the annual dog costume contest!
Saturday, October 26, 2024
1:00pm-5:00pm
Penrose Square Outdoor Plaza
We’re bringing paws back to the Pike with our annual pet fair. Join us for a day of pet-friendly fun and meet your local veterinarians, trainers, pet-sitters, boarders, dog walkers, groomers, and more! Find your forever friend from a local shelter or stock up on homemade treats, there’s something for every pet parent.