What to See in Arlington July 3-16

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July 3, 2025

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King Soul

Lubber Run Summer Concert Series

thru August 1 | Lubber Run Amphitheater | Arlington Forest

The concerts continue at Lubber Run Amphitheater! Please note there is no performance on Friday, July 4 in honor of celebrating the holiday. More

 

Drew Blue Shoes
  • Fri, July 11, 8pm: The Sidleys (Pop/Rock)
  • Sat, July 12, 8pm: King Soul (Southern Soul)
  • Sun, July 13, 11am: Drew Blue Shoes (Family/Magic); Presented in partnership with Arlington Public Library

What to See in Arlington July 3-16

Water Park

Arlington Philharmonic:
Pops in the Park

Sat, July 5 | 6:30-8p | Water Park | National Landing

Enjoy a summer evening with the Arlington Philharmonic as they perform patriotic songs at Water Park. More

 

You've Got a Friend: Women Pop Songwriters

Signature Theatre
You've Got a Friend: Women Pop Songwriters

thru July 13 | Signature Theatre | Shirlington

From Carole King, Joni Mitchell, Dolly Parton, and Carly Simon to Brandi Carlile, Alicia Keys, Sara Bareilles and Adele, Signature celebrates the amazing women who not only sing but write their own music. From pop standards to newer hits, revel in the singer/songwriters who composed “Will You Love Me Tomorrow,” “Rolling in the Deep,” “If I Ain’t Got You,” “You’re So Vain” and “Cactus Tree.” More

 

MoCA on the Move at Met Park: Summer Fun Family Series!

MoCA on the Move at Met Park: Summer Fun Family Series!

Sun, July 13 | 10a-1p | Met Park | National Landing

Join on Sundays for live music, hands-on art making, bubbles, chalk and a truly lovely day in the park. July 13 is an Artist Spotlight on Andrew Barco, with flower pounding on fabric, and music from Evan Herring & Zack Broach. The MoCA on the Move at Met Park: Summer Fun Family Series runs Sundays July 13 through August 31. More

 


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Share the Love with a Library Wedding!

Share the Love with a Library Wedding!

Sat, July 12 | 4-4:30p | Central Library | Virginia Square

Katie Lettie and Vincent Bauer are the lucky winners of Arlington Public Library's first and only public library wedding contest. The public is invited to attend the wedding ceremony in the decorated lobby of Central Library. Arlington Public Library Director Diane Kresh will officiate. Afterwards, take a selfie with the LOVEwork sculpture. More

 

Come early (1-4p) for a fun DIY decorating project - working in community to upcycle paper book flowers to decorate the space! 

 

Fridays at the Fountain

Fridays | July 11-Aug 29 | Water Park | National Landing

Start the weekend with a free concert featuring bands from the DC region at National Landing’s only outdoor food hall. Enjoy the range of food and beverage offerings from Water Park kiosks and settle in at a table or on the green. Join on July 11 for Flex Mathews. More

 

Flex Mathews
Columbia Pike Movie Nights

2025 Columbia Pike Movie Nights

July 11-August 22 | 8:30p | multiple locations

Free Movies Under the Stars! All movies are shown in English with Spanish subtitles. On Friday nights, join at the Arlington Mill Community Center’s outdoor plaza. On Saturday nights, join at Penrose Square Apartments’ outdoor plaza. More

  • July 11: The Wizard of Oz
  • July 12: Wicked