Drew Blue Shoes @ Kids Court
Kids Court 3501 2nd St S, Arlington, VAEveryone’s favorite magician, Drew Blue Shoes, returns with his wondrous show. His eye-popping magic and hilarious humor delights all!
Free
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The Sunshine Gang @ Entertainment Stage
Entertainment Stage 3501 2nd St S, ArlingtonThe Sunshine Gang brings together talented musicians and singers who inspire each other and entertain audiences by “finding the fun” in making music. Their repertoire is drawn largely from classic 1960’s - 1980’s rock & roll. If you like the Beatles, Elvis, Gordon Lightfoot, Stevie Wonder, Doobie Brothers and the likes, you’ll love their show!
Free
Sarah Baumgarten @ Beer Garden
Beer Garden 2nd Street S between S Jackson St and S Ivy St (on-street), Arlington, VASarah Baumgarten is no stranger to performing at the Fair. We have watched her grow up on the stage at the Fair Grounds! We are so excited to have Sarah perform at the Beer Garden!
Free
Cuzko @ Entertainment Stage
Entertainment Stage 3501 2nd St S, ArlingtonCome dance to DJ Cuzko spinning Latin, reggaeton, pop, house, and electronic music at the Entertainment Tent!
Free
The Sprinting Turtles @ Entertainment Stage
Entertainment Stage 3501 2nd St S, ArlingtonPrince Snowflake and his two Armenian Mommies
Entertainment Stage 3501 2nd St S, ArlingtonWelcome to The Royal Magical Prince Snowflake with his 2 Armenian Mommies!!......Starring Prince Snowflake, the Odd-eyed white rescue cat with an unbelievable PURRsonality like no other & God Given talents. Snowflake absolutely loves people & total strangers, & he loves making people happy By PURRforming along with his 2 Armenian Mommies, that are his owners,…
Free
Goat Yoga
Goat Yoga is coming back to the Arlington County Fair! Join us for an hour of mellow yoga suitable for all levels. Join us for an hour of mellow yoga suitable for all levels on the Fairgrounds At Thomas Jefferson Community Center. This event benefits the Fair, which has been providing quality entertainment for over…
$40
Goat Yoga
Goat Yoga is coming back to the Arlington County Fair! Join us for an hour of mellow yoga suitable for all levels. Join us for an hour of mellow yoga suitable for all levels on the Fairgrounds At Thomas Jefferson Community Center. This event benefits the Fair, which has been providing quality entertainment for over…
$40
Halau O ‘Aulani @ Entertainment Stage
Entertainment Stage 3501 2nd St S, ArlingtonHalau O'Aulani is a Hawaiian cultural school that provides a presentation of live Hawaiian music and hula dancing. All this right at the Arlington County Fair! See them transform the Fair into an Hawaiian experience!
Free
Robotics Demonstration
Are you interested in technology and the impact it has on our community? Do you want to support STEAM education? Do you LOVE robots?? If so, you’ve come to the right place! NOVA SySTEMics is hosting a robotics demonstration in the indoor vendor area at the Arlington County Fair.
Mobile Axe Throwing & Escape Room
Don your flannel shirt, and throw some axes in Odyssey Mobile Adventure's amazing and super safe mobile axe throwing trailer or try your hand at an immersive adventure in the escape room! Purchase axe throwing tickets here. Purchase escape room tickets here.
$10.00 – $20.00
Drew Blue Shoes @ Kids Court
Kids Court 3501 2nd St S, Arlington, VAEveryone’s favorite magician, Drew Blue Shoes, returns with his wondrous show. His eye-popping magic and hilarious humor delights all!
Free
Micro-Mobility “Petting Zoo” @ Tennis Courts
Tennis Courts 3501 2nd St S, ArlingtonRide the transportation revolution at the Arlington County Fair! BikeArlington will have a variety of innovative personal vehicles for you to try, including e-bikes, cargo bikes, e-scooters, Capital Bikeshare, and more. Our staff will be onsite to provide a comfortable, guided experience for your test ride, and to answer any questions you have. Plus, we…
Free
Beer Garden
Beer Garden 2nd Street S between S Jackson St and S Ivy St (on-street), Arlington, VAThe Arlington County Fair is partnering with New District Brewery to bring fair patrons the second annual beer garden. Come enjoy the fair and then enjoy a New District beer, made locally here in Arlington. The Beer Garden is FREE to enter! Families and children are welcome! We look forward to welcoming you to the…
Modine, Queens & Friends @ Entertainment Stage
Entertainment Stage 3501 2nd St S, ArlingtonModine, Queens and Friends have something for everyone - singing, opera, dancing, fiddle, comedy. You're not going to want to miss this one!
Free
TimeWarpRock @ Entertainment Stage
Entertainment Stage 3501 2nd St S, ArlingtonTimeWarpRock will put take you back in time to headbanging rock and synth pop! They are a crowd-pleaser, so don't miss them!
Free
Kids Court
Calling all kids! Join us for FREE fun each afternoon of the Fair with inflatable games, puppet making, coloring, performances from Drew Blue Shoes and appearances from friends like Gulf Branch Nature Center and Synetic Theatre!
Puppet Making @ Kids Court
Kids Court 3501 2nd St S, Arlington, VAJoin us this year in Kids Court with a special puppet making activity. Your child will be so proud of the take-home puppet!
Free
DEMZ @ Entertainment Stage
Entertainment Stage 3501 2nd St S, ArlingtonDEMZ is covering acoustic rock, pop, and folk tunes from the 60s through today. If you like Bruce Springsteen, Bob Dylan, CCR, Ryan Adams, then this one's for you!
Free
Drew Blue Shoes @ Kids Court
Kids Court 3501 2nd St S, Arlington, VAEveryone’s favorite magician, Drew Blue Shoes, returns with his wondrous show. His eye-popping magic and hilarious humor delights all!
Free
Bumperyachts @ Beer Garden
Beer Garden 2nd Street S between S Jackson St and S Ivy St (on-street), Arlington, VABumperyachts is a rock/alternative band playing a mix of original songs and covers. Check them out in the Beer Garden!
Free
Drew Blue Shoes @ Kids Court
Kids Court 3501 2nd St S, Arlington, VAEveryone’s favorite magician, Drew Blue Shoes, returns with his wondrous show. His eye-popping magic and hilarious humor delights all!
Free
Jaleo Arte Flamenco @ Entertainment Stage
Entertainment Stage 3501 2nd St S, ArlingtonDon't miss the Jaleo Arte Flamenco dance group with their colorful, fun, cultural experience at the Entertainment Tent.
Free
TimeWarpRock @ Beer Garden
Beer Garden 2nd Street S between S Jackson St and S Ivy St (on-street), Arlington, VATimeWarpRock will put take you back in time to headbanging rock and synth pop! They are a crowd-pleaser, so don't miss them!
Free
Muscle Conditioning @ Basketball Court
Get your heartrate up and get a bodyweight workout before stretching it out at a free Muscle Conditioning class hosted by Arlington County! Register here.
Free
Wendell Live! @ Entertainment Stage
Entertainment Stage 3501 2nd St S, ArlingtonWendell Live is a Las Vegas Tribute artist bringing you the hits of Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Bobby Darin, Michael Bublé and the rest of the Rat Pack along with pop hits people love to hear from artists such as Frankie Valli, Tommy James, Eddie Money, Barry Manilow, Ray Charles, Robbie Williams and many, many…
Free
Griefcat @ Entertainment Stage
Entertainment Stage 3501 2nd St S, ArlingtonGriefcat is giving us a Folksy Flight of the Conchords mixed with Dolly Parton and an indie flare. Be sure to check them out!
Free
Bumperyachts @ Entertainment Stage
Entertainment Stage 3501 2nd St S, ArlingtonBumperyachts is a rock/alternative band playing a mix of original songs and covers. Check them out in the Entertainment Tent at the Arlington County Fair!
Free
40 Miles Home @ Entertainment Stage
Entertainment Stage 3501 2nd St S, Arlington40 Miles Home is an acoustic band from Arlington, Virginia that plays a variety of genres. Come here some of their originals and some covers during their set at the Arlington County Fair!
Free
Competitive Exhibits Registration
Prep your prize-winning zucchini, bake your famous cherry pie or paint a masterpiece to be entered into the 2022 Competitive Exhibits. Registration is Wed., Aug. 17, 4-8 p.m.* Winners receive cash prizes (and bragging rights). View the Competitive Exhibits Guide here. *Perishable items (baked goods, flowers, plants and vegetables) will be accepted on Thurs., Aug.…
Opening Ceremonies
You're Invited to the 2022 Arlington County Fair Opening Ceremony on Wed., Aug. 17 at 5:00pm. The ceremony will take place at the playground at 3501 2nd Street S and will include remarks from Fair officials and the Arlington County Board, National Anthem performed by The Arlingtones and the Presentation of the Colors by Cub…
VMFA On The Road
You don't need to travel to Richmond to get a look at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts' incredible works! Check out VMFA on the Road each day of the Fair with their (air-conditioned!) ArtMobile featuring the exhibit Revealing and Obscuring Identify: Portraits from the Permanent Collection: Wed., Aug. 17: 5-8 p.m. Thurs., Aug. 18:…
Free
Beer Garden
Beer Garden 2nd Street S between S Jackson St and S Ivy St (on-street), Arlington, VAThe Arlington County Fair has partnered with New District Brewery to bring fair patrons a beer garden experience! Pre-sale early bird tickets are available for purchase at a discounted price of three beer tickets for $22 and three three wine tickets for $25! The first 150 pre-sale tickets sold come with a souvenir glass! Tickets…
Axe Throwing & Escape Room
Don your flannel shirt, and throw some axes in Odyssey Mobile Adventure's amazing and super safe mobile axe throwing trailer or try your hand at an immersive adventure in the escape room! $10 for 10 axe throws, $20 per group of up to 5 for the escape room.
$10 – $20
Big Trucks
Children and residents of all ages will have the unique opportunity to explore their favorite public works vehicles and meet the people who maintain Arlington County’s Water, Sewer and Streets infrastructure. Get behind the wheel of several different vehicles including a backhoe, dump truck with plow, sewer CCTV inspection truck, sewer flusher/vacuum truck, water valve…
Competitive Exhibits Registration (Perishable Items)
Prep your prize-winning zucchini, bake your famous cherry pie or paint a masterpiece to be entered into the 2022 Competitive Exhibits. Registration is Wed., Aug. 17, 4-8 p.m. for most categories and Thurs., Aug. 18, 7:30-9:30 a.m. for perishable items (baked goods, flowers, plants and vegetables). Winners receive cash prizes (and bragging rights). View the…
Beer Garden
Beer Garden 2nd Street S between S Jackson St and S Ivy St (on-street), Arlington, VAThe Arlington County Fair has partnered with New District Brewery to bring fair patrons a beer garden experience! Pre-sale early bird tickets are available for purchase at a discounted price of three beer tickets for $22 and three three wine tickets for $25! The first 150 pre-sale tickets sold come with a souvenir glass! Tickets…
Trivia @ Beer Garden
Stop by the beer garden on Thurs., Aug. 18, 5-9 p.m. for a special trivia night! Grab your favorite New District Brewing beer or a glass of rose and test your knowledge.
Free
Axe Throwing & Escape Room
Don your flannel shirt, and throw some axes in Odyssey Mobile Adventure's amazing and super safe mobile axe throwing trailer or try your hand at an immersive adventure in the escape room! $10 for 10 axe throws, $20 per group of up to 5 for the escape room.
$10 – $20
Night Market
Go shopping under the stars and Fair lights at the Arlington County Fair Night Market! New to the Fair this year, the Night Market will showcase vendors from the local DMV area and their handmade goods. On Thurs., Aug. 18, 5:00-10:00pm, vendors will be set up along the tennis courts at the heart of the Fair. Participating vendors…
Big Trucks
Children and residents of all ages will have the unique opportunity to explore their favorite public works vehicles and meet the people who maintain Arlington County’s Water, Sewer and Streets infrastructure. Get behind the wheel of several different vehicles including a backhoe, dump truck with plow, sewer CCTV inspection truck, sewer flusher/vacuum truck, water valve…
VMFA On the Road
You don't need to travel to Richmond to get a look at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts' incredible works! Check out VMFA on the Road each day of the Fair with their (air-conditioned!) ArtMobile featuring the exhibit Revealing and Obscuring Identify: Portraits from the Permanent Collection: Wed., Aug. 17: 5-8 p.m. Thurs., Aug. 18:…
Free
Movement Gym
Join Movement Gym Crystal City for some climbing and fitness games + giveaways. Try your hand and challenge your friends at our Climbers Tug-o-war, Bosu ball partner toss, pinch strength contest, and more! Meet on the upper turf field (Family Fun Spot Up Top) above the Midway.
Live Performance: Round About
Entertainment Stage 3501 2nd St S, ArlingtonVisit our live entertainment stage on the tennis courts Thurs-Sun for a rockin' good time! On Thurs., Aug. 18, 6:30-7:15 p.m., check out original pop/rock acoustic duo Round About!
Free
Live Performance: Wendell Live
Entertainment Stage 3501 2nd St S, ArlingtonVisit our live entertainment stage on the tennis courts Thurs-Sun for a rockin' good time! On Thurs., Aug. 18, 7:45-8:30 p.m., check out Wendell Live's Tribute to Frank Sinatra!
Free
Live Performance: Griefcat
Entertainment Stage 3501 2nd St S, ArlingtonVisit our live entertainment stage on the tennis courts Thurs-Sun for a rockin' good time! On Thurs., Aug. 18, 9-9:45 p.m., check out Griefcat's lush harmonies and heartfelt lyrics, often with a wink or quirky twist, await you with the brilliant, award winning singer/songwriter duo. Griefcat's songs range from hilarious to sincere with a unique…
Free
Beer Garden
Beer Garden 2nd Street S between S Jackson St and S Ivy St (on-street), Arlington, VAThe Arlington County Fair has partnered with New District Brewery to bring fair patrons a beer garden experience! Pre-sale early bird tickets are available for purchase at a discounted price of three beer tickets for $22 and three three wine tickets for $25! The first 150 pre-sale tickets sold come with a souvenir glass! Tickets…
VMFA On the Road
You don't need to travel to Richmond to get a look at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts' incredible works! Check out VMFA on the Road each day of the Fair with their (air-conditioned!) ArtMobile featuring the exhibit Revealing and Obscuring Identify: Portraits from the Permanent Collection: Wed., Aug. 17: 5-8 p.m. Thurs., Aug. 18:…
Free
Axe Throwing & Escape Room
Don your flannel shirt, and throw some axes in Odyssey Mobile Adventure's amazing and super safe mobile axe throwing trailer or try your hand at an immersive adventure in the escape room! $10 for 10 axe throws, $20 per group of up to 5 for the escape room.
$10 – $20
Food Truck Alley
New to the Fair in 2022 is food truck alley! Fri., Aug. 19 through Sun., Aug. 21, check out a variety of local DMV food trucks serving up everything to freshly-made ice cream, specialty hot dogs, gourmet roasted corn and lots more. View the Food/Drink webpage for details on which food trucks will be on…
Big Trucks
Children and residents of all ages will have the unique opportunity to explore their favorite public works vehicles and meet the people who maintain Arlington County’s Water, Sewer and Streets infrastructure. Get behind the wheel of several different vehicles including a backhoe, dump truck with plow, sewer CCTV inspection truck, sewer flusher/vacuum truck, water valve…
Drew Blue Shoes
Family Fun Spot Up TopEveryone’s favorite magician, Drew Blue Shoes, returns with his wondrous show. His eye-popping magic and hilarious humor delights all! Check out his shows at the Family Fun Spot Up Top above the midway: Fri., Aug 19: 4 p.m. and 5 p.m. Sat., Aug. 20: 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 2 p.m. Sun., Aug. 21: noon,…
Sensory Tent Hours
Take a rest from the sights and sounds of the Fair at our new sensory break tent area, set up during the sensory-friendly hour on Sat., Aug. 20, 10-11 a.m. and various hours during the fair: • Fri., Aug. 19, 4-7pm • Sat., Aug. 20, 11am-6pm • Sun., Aug. 21, 12-4pm View sensory tent info…
Indoor Vendors Open
Gymnasium 3501 2nd St S, Arlington, VAFrom gourmet foods to handmade paintings and jewelry, there will be something for everyone inside the gymnasium at the Fair! View the full list of vendors here. Be sure to stop by the indoor "pop-up park" for games and to take a break from the outdoor activities. Indoor vendor open hours: Fri., Aug. 19: 4-10…
Live Performance: Magic Scott Marshall
Entertainment Stage 3501 2nd St S, ArlingtonVisit our live entertainment stage on the tennis courts Thurs-Sun for a rockin' good time! On Fri., Aug. 19, 4:15-5 p.m., check out Magic Scott Marshall! Member of the Academy of Magic Arts, Scott Marshall has been performing in the theaters, homes, and streets of America.
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Drew Blue Shoes
Family Fun Spot Up TopEveryone’s favorite magician, Drew Blue Shoes, returns with his wondrous show. His eye-popping magic and hilarious humor delights all! Check out his shows at the Family Fun Spot Up Top above the midway: Fri., Aug 19: 4 p.m. and 5 p.m. Sat., Aug. 20: 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 2 p.m. Sun., Aug. 21: noon,…
Movement Gym
Family Fun Spot Up TopJoin Movement Gym Crystal City for some climbing and fitness games + giveaways. Try your hand and challenge your friends at our Climbers Tug-o-war, Bosu ball partner toss, pinch strength contest, and more! Meet on the upper turf field (Family Fun Spot Up Top) above the Midway.
Free
Live Performance: Calico Cloggers
Entertainment Stage 3501 2nd St S, ArlingtonVisit our live entertainment stage on the tennis courts Thurs-Sun for a rockin' good time! On Fri., Aug. 19, 5:30-6:15 p.m., check out the Calico Cloggers, a percussive dance group that dances to country/bluegrass, Irish, and pop music.
Free
BINGO
Gymnasium 3501 2nd St S, Arlington, VABINGO! Our Fair favorite is back this year! Join us for Friday night Bingo on Aug. 19 at 6:00 PM inside the gymnasium. This event is FREE and welcomes players of all ages! This event is brought to you through a collaboration with the Arlington Jaycees and Bicycling Realty Group. Relax in the air conditioning…
Free
Live Performance: 40 Miles Home
Entertainment Stage 3501 2nd St S, ArlingtonVisit our live entertainment stage on the tennis courts Thurs-Sun for a rockin' good time! On Fri., Aug. 19, 6:45-7:30 p.m., check out 40 Miles Home, an Arlington, Virginia band that plays covers and originals of Rock, Indie Rock, Americana, and alt-country music.
Free
Pizza Eating Contest
Gymnasium 3501 2nd St S, Arlington, VAWho doesn't enjoy a nice slice of pizza pie? Show up at 7:15PM, Friday, Aug. 19 inside the gymnasiun (right after BINGO) for a chance to compete against your neighbors for the Pizza Eat-A-Slice Contest. Be the first to finish in your age category and win a prize! Kids under 5 years old eat Twinkies…
Free
Live Performance: Beat Willy
Entertainment Stage 3501 2nd St S, ArlingtonVisit our live entertainment stage on the tennis courts Thurs-Sun for a rockin' good time! On Fri., Aug. 19, 8-8:45 p.m., check out Beat Willy! Beat Willy plays an eclectic mix of alternative rock acoustic folk, mixing jazz, blues, and indie rock.
Free
Live Performance: Danny and Jimmy
Entertainment Stage 3501 2nd St S, ArlingtonVisit our live entertainment stage on the tennis courts Thurs-Sun for a rockin' good time! On Fri., Aug. 19, 9:15-10 p.m., check out Danny and Jimmy! Danny & Jimmy “The Canales Bros,” are a Latin urban duo, that originated from Arlington VA. Well-known for bringing good vibes and leaving a memorable performance.
Free
Goat Yoga
Goat Yoga is coming back to the Arlington County Fair! Join us for an hour of mellow yoga suitable for all levels on these dates: Sat., Aug. 20: 9 a.m. or 10:30 a.m. Sun., Aug. 21: 9 a.m. or 10:30 a.m. Friendly goats from Walnut Creek Farm will roam among us while we enjoy our…
$40
Sensory Friendly Hour
Join us for a new sensory-friendly hour at the Arlington County Fair on Sat., Aug. 20, 10am-11am! Fair friends can enjoy all the magic of the Fair without loud sounds or music and friendly volunteers will be on hand to assist as needed. Also new this year is a sensory break tent area set up…
Indoor Vendors Open
Gymnasium 3501 2nd St S, Arlington, VAFrom gourmet foods to handmade paintings and jewelry, there will be something for everyone inside the gymnasium at the Fair! View the full list of vendors here. Be sure to stop by the indoor "pop-up park" for games and to take a break from the outdoor activities. Indoor vendor open hours: Fri., Aug. 19: 4-10…
VMFA On the Road
You don't need to travel to Richmond to get a look at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts' incredible works! Check out VMFA on the Road each day of the Fair with their (air-conditioned!) ArtMobile featuring the exhibit Revealing and Obscuring Identify: Portraits from the Permanent Collection: Wed., Aug. 17: 5-8 p.m. Thurs., Aug. 18:…
Free
Axe Throwing & Escape Room
Don your flannel shirt, and throw some axes in Odyssey Mobile Adventure's amazing and super safe mobile axe throwing trailer! $10 for 10 axe throws.
$10
Big Trucks
Children and residents of all ages will have the unique opportunity to explore their favorite public works vehicles and meet the people who maintain Arlington County’s Water, Sewer and Streets infrastructure. Get behind the wheel of several different vehicles including a backhoe, dump truck with plow, sewer CCTV inspection truck, sewer flusher/vacuum truck, water valve…
Goat Yoga
Goat Yoga is coming back to the Arlington County Fair! Join us for an hour of mellow yoga suitable for all levels on these dates: Sat., Aug. 20: 9 a.m. or 10:30 a.m. Sun., Aug. 21: 9 a.m. or 10:30 a.m. Friendly goats from Walnut Creek Farm will roam among us while we enjoy our…
$40
Drew Blue Shoes
Family Fun Spot Up TopEveryone’s favorite magician, Drew Blue Shoes, returns with his wondrous show. His eye-popping magic and hilarious humor delights all! Check out his shows at the Family Fun Spot Up Top above the midway: Fri., Aug 19: 4 p.m. and 5 p.m. Sat., Aug. 20: 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 2 p.m. Sun., Aug. 21: noon,…
Free
FitDistrict Complimentary Interval Class
Family Fun Spot Up TopJoin FitDistrict in celebrating the Arlington County Fair by sweating it out in a complimentary interval (strength + cardio) class. Bring a mat, water, and your favorite workout shoes! Workout will take place in the new upper turf field at TJ.
Free
Sensory Tent Hours
Take a rest from the sights and sounds of the Fair at our new sensory break tent area, set up during the sensory-friendly hour on Sat., Aug. 20, 10-11 a.m. and various hours during the fair: • Fri., Aug. 19, 4-7pm • Sat., Aug. 20, 11am-6pm • Sun., Aug. 21, 12-4pm View sensory tent info in this…
Pie Eating Championship
Entertainment Stage 3501 2nd St S, ArlingtonDo you have what it takes to be a champion? Then join us for the 2022 Arlington County Fair Pie Eating CHAMPIONSHIP!!! The Arlington County Fair, in partnership with Livin' the Pie Life and the Arlington Jaycees and sponsored by Bicycle Realty, is proud to present the 2022 Arlington County Fair Pie Eating Championship! This fun…
$10
Beer Garden
Beer Garden 2nd Street S between S Jackson St and S Ivy St (on-street), Arlington, VAThe Arlington County Fair has partnered with New District Brewery to bring fair patrons a beer garden experience! Pre-sale early bird tickets are available for purchase at a discounted price of three beer tickets for $22 and three three wine tickets for $25! The first 150 pre-sale tickets sold come with a souvenir glass! Tickets can also be purchased…
Drew Blue Shoes
Family Fun Spot Up TopEveryone’s favorite magician, Drew Blue Shoes, returns with his wondrous show. His eye-popping magic and hilarious humor delights all! Check out his shows at the Family Fun Spot Up Top above the midway: Fri., Aug 19: 4 p.m. and 5 p.m. Sat., Aug. 20: 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 2 p.m. Sun., Aug. 21: noon,…
Free
Drew Blue Shoes
Family Fun Spot Up TopEveryone’s favorite magician, Drew Blue Shoes, returns with his wondrous show. His eye-popping magic and hilarious humor delights all! Check out his shows at the Family Fun Spot Up Top above the midway: Fri., Aug 19: 4 p.m. and 5 p.m. Sat., Aug. 20: 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 2 p.m. Sun., Aug. 21: noon,…
Free
Foam Party
Family Fun Spot Up TopCool off from the summer heat in the FOAM PARTY on Sat., Aug. 20 and Sun., Aug. 21, 3-7 p.m.! A fan favorite – don’t miss this party! It’s like swimming without the pool. If you forget a dry change of clothes buy an Arlington County Fair t-shirt indoors. Find the Foam Party on the…
Free
Live Performance: LAZ Collective
Entertainment Stage 3501 2nd St S, ArlingtonVisit our live entertainment stage on the tennis courts Thurs-Sun for a rockin' good time! On Sat, Aug. 20, 4-4:45 p.m., check out soul pop, Arlington-based band, LAZ Collective!
Free
Live Performance: Old Dominion Cloggers
Entertainment Stage 3501 2nd St S, ArlingtonVisit our live entertainment stage on the tennis courts Thurs-Sun for a rockin' good time! On Sat, Aug. 20, 5:15-6 p.m., check out The Old Dominion Cloggers, a traditional American percussive dance group. They dance to a variety of music, primarily country and are the oldest clogging group in the state of Virginia, the group…
Free
Live Performance: BNB2.0
Entertainment Stage 3501 2nd St S, ArlingtonVisit our live entertainment stage on the tennis courts Thurs-Sun for a rockin' good time! On Sat, Aug. 20, 6:30-7:15 p.m., check out BNB2.0, playing a variety of genres. R&B, Hip-Hop, Rap, Pop and Jazz.
Free
Live Performance: Red Sun King
Entertainment Stage 3501 2nd St S, ArlingtonVisit our live entertainment stage on the tennis courts Thurs-Sun for a rockin' good time! On Sat, Aug. 20, 7:45-8:30 p.m., check out Red Sun King, playing Classic to Modern Rock n' Roll.
Free
Live Performance: The Sunshine Gang
Entertainment Stage 3501 2nd St S, ArlingtonVisit our live entertainment stage on the tennis courts Thurs-Sun for a rockin' good time! On Sat, Aug. 20, 9-9:45 p.m., check out The Sunshine Gang, a full 9-piece band that plays an entire review of popular 20th century music.
Free
Goat Yoga
Goat Yoga is coming back to the Arlington County Fair! Join us for an hour of mellow yoga suitable for all levels on these dates: Sat., Aug. 20: 9 a.m. or 10:30 a.m. Sun., Aug. 21: 9 a.m. or 10:30 a.m. Friendly goats from Walnut Creek Farm will roam among us while we enjoy our…
$40
Goat Yoga
Goat Yoga is coming back to the Arlington County Fair! Join us for an hour of mellow yoga suitable for all levels on these dates: Sat., Aug. 20: 9 a.m. or 10:30 a.m. Sun., Aug. 21: 9 a.m. or 10:30 a.m. Friendly goats from Walnut Creek Farm will roam among us while we enjoy our…
$40
FitDistrict Complimentary Interval Class
Family Fun Spot Up TopJoin FitDistrict in celebrating the Arlington County Fair by sweating it out in a complimentary interval (strength + cardio) class. Bring a mat, water, and your favorite workout shoes! Workout will take place in the new upper turf field at TJ.
Free
VMFA On the Road
You don't need to travel to Richmond to get a look at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts' incredible works! Check out VMFA on the Road each day of the Fair with their (air-conditioned!) ArtMobile featuring the exhibit Revealing and Obscuring Identify: Portraits from the Permanent Collection: Wed., Aug. 17: 5-8 p.m. Thurs., Aug. 18:…
Free
Indoor Vendors Open
Gymnasium 3501 2nd St S, Arlington, VAFrom gourmet foods to handmade paintings and jewelry, there will be something for everyone inside the gymnasium at the Fair! View the full list of vendors here. Be sure to stop by the indoor "pop-up park" for games and to take a break from the outdoor activities. Indoor vendor open hours: Fri., Aug. 19: 4-10…
Axe Throwing & Escape Room
Don your flannel shirt, and throw some axes in Odyssey Mobile Adventure's amazing and super safe mobile axe throwing trailer! $10 for 10 axe throws.
$10
Big Trucks
Children and residents of all ages will have the unique opportunity to explore their favorite public works vehicles and meet the people who maintain Arlington County’s Water, Sewer and Streets infrastructure. Get behind the wheel of several different vehicles including a backhoe, dump truck with plow, sewer CCTV inspection truck, sewer flusher/vacuum truck, water valve…
Drew Blue Shoes
Family Fun Spot Up TopEveryone’s favorite magician, Drew Blue Shoes, returns with his wondrous show. His eye-popping magic and hilarious humor delights all! Check out his shows at the Family Fun Spot Up Top above the midway: Fri., Aug 19: 4 p.m. and 5 p.m. Sat., Aug. 20: 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 2 p.m. Sun., Aug. 21: noon,…
Free
Beer Garden
Beer Garden 2nd Street S between S Jackson St and S Ivy St (on-street), Arlington, VAThe Arlington County Fair has partnered with New District Brewery to bring fair patrons a beer garden experience! Pre-sale early bird tickets are available for purchase at a discounted price of three beer tickets for $22 and three three wine tickets for $25! The first 150 pre-sale tickets sold come with a souvenir glass! Tickets can also be purchased…
Drew Blue Shoes
Family Fun Spot Up TopEveryone’s favorite magician, Drew Blue Shoes, returns with his wondrous show. His eye-popping magic and hilarious humor delights all! Check out his shows at the Family Fun Spot Up Top above the midway: Fri., Aug 19: 4 p.m. and 5 p.m. Sat., Aug. 20: 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 2 p.m. Sun., Aug. 21: noon,…
Free
Drew Blue Shoes
Family Fun Spot Up TopEveryone’s favorite magician, Drew Blue Shoes, returns with his wondrous show. His eye-popping magic and hilarious humor delights all!
Free
Live Performance: Modine, Queen and Friends
Entertainment Stage 3501 2nd St S, ArlingtonVisit our live entertainment stage on the tennis courts Thurs-Sun for a rockin' good time! On Sun, Aug. 21, 2-2:45 p.m., check out Modine, Queen and Friends, performing stand up comedy, dance, poetry and singing.
Free
Foam Party
Family Fun Spot Up TopCool off from the summer heat in the FOAM PARTY on Sat., Aug. 20 and Sun., Aug. 21, 3-7 p.m.! A fan favorite – don’t miss this party! It’s like swimming without the pool. If you forget a dry change of clothes buy an Arlington County Fair t-shirt indoors. Find the Foam Party on the…
Free
Live Performance: Demz
Entertainment Stage 3501 2nd St S, ArlingtonVisit our live entertainment stage on the tennis courts Thurs-Sun for a rockin' good time! On Sun, Aug. 21, 4:30-5:15 p.m., check out DEMZ, performing acoustic rock from the 60s to today.
Free
Live Performance: Beat Willy
Entertainment Stage 3501 2nd St S, ArlingtonVisit our live entertainment stage on the tennis courts Thurs-Sun for a rockin' good time! On Sun, Aug. 21, 5:45-6:30 p.m., check out Beat Willy, playing an eclectic mix of alternative rock acoustic folk, mixing jazz, blues, and indie rock.
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Live Performance: 40 Miles Home
Entertainment Stage 3501 2nd St S, ArlingtonVisit our live entertainment stage on the tennis courts Thurs-Sun for a rockin' good time! On Sun, Aug. 21, 7-7:45 p.m., check out 40 Miles Home, an Arlington, Virginia band that plays covers and originals of Rock, Indie Rock, Americana, and alt-country music.
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