Bele Bele Rhythm Collective is an intergenerational group of women from Arlington and surrounding areas who have come together to form a sisterhood of the drum. The BBRC performs tightly sewn compositions of polyrhythms on West African dun-un and djembe drums, complete with exciting breaks, contagious songs, and dancing. The BBRC performs to celebrate unity…
Lesson Zero plays way cool music, original roots rock and classic covers.The band features melodic vocal harmonies and amazing instrumental work with Kerry Miller on bass and vocals, guitar George Anspach – guitar and vocals, Terry Kean – drums and vocal, and Glenn Rickman - harmonica, guitar, and vocals.
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!
Join us this year in Kids Court with a special puppet making activity. Your child will be so proud of the take-home puppet!
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.
Our friends at the Gulf Branch Nature Center will bring fun stuff for kids to see and touch and maybe even a critter at the Kids Court on Fri., Aug. 20 at 2:30pm.
The 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…
Everyone’s favorite magician, Drew Blue Shoes, returns with his wondrous show. His eye-popping magic and hilarious humor delights all!
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.
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.
BINGO! Our Fair favorite is back this year! Join us for Friday night Bingo at 6:00 PM inside the Community Center. 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 indoors while…
Ride 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…
Picture this – a pool party without the pool and one thousand times better. We fill almost any surface with up to 6-feet of clean, hypoallergenic foam all the kids can play and run around in. It’s a fully interactive and immersive experience loved by children and adults of all ages. There is a cost…
Gabrielle Zwi (voice, ukulele) present a vibrant mix of Brazilian bossa nova and American jazz tunes. Their unique sound is sure to enhance the rhythm of the Fair!
The Arlington County Fair is all about tradition and we have a special treat for you! Come see The Arlingtones, a local Arlington musical group whose mission is to entertain the community and preserve the barbershop style of American singing! They will also be singing at our ribbon cutting ceremony to kick off the Fair…
Sarah 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 Entertainment Tent!
Gabrielle Zwi (voice, ukulele) present a vibrant mix of Brazilian bossa nova and American jazz tunes. Their unique sound is sure to enhance the rhythm of the Fair!
Who exactly are The Canales Bros? Danny and Jimmy were born and raised in Arlington, VA. These well-known brothers bring good vibes and incredible energy. They are a Latin urban/pop duo. Don't miss the excitement they'll bring to the Fair!
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…
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.
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.
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…
Go Bananas Dancing spreads joy to the ACF and patrons through their combination of exercise, learning and fun! All ages welcome.
Are you a winner? Do you like pie? Then pre-register for the 2021 Arlington County Fair Pie Eating CHAMPIONSHIP!!! The Arlington County Fair, in partnership with Livin' the Pie Life and the Arlington Jaycees, is proud to present the 2021 Arlington County Fair Pie Eating Championship! Pre-register today to compete for the championship! $5.00 to…
Ride 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…
The 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…
Everyone’s favorite magician, Drew Blue Shoes, returns with his wondrous show. His eye-popping magic and hilarious humor delights all!
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!
Join us this year in Kids Court with a special puppet making activity. Your child will be so proud of the take-home puppet!
The Living Green Trivia Game will take place outside on the Entertainment Tent. Come cheer on our competitors as they test their knowledge with questions about natural resources and green living in Arlington. Following our live game, everyone can play a free online game starting at 3:00 p.m. The online game is recommended for ages 10 and…
Everyone’s favorite magician, Drew Blue Shoes, returns with his wondrous show. His eye-popping magic and hilarious humor delights all!
40 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!
Synetic Theater offers exciting and dynamic drama, movement, aerobatics, dance and music programming for children and fun for the whole family! This year’s show, The Miraculous Magical Balloon, tells the story about a traveling actor and a magical balloon. Check it out on Sat., Aug. 21 at 4:00pm on the Kids Court!
Griefcat is giving us a Folksy Flight of the Conchords mixed with Dolly Parton and an indie flare. Be sure to check them out!
The Old Dominion Cloggers have been participating at the Arlington County Fair for over 20 years! They are a precision clog dance team that started in 1977. They perform traditional clog dancing and practice in Arlington. Come check out their clogging to your favorite country and pop songs!
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.
Everyone’s favorite magician, Drew Blue Shoes, returns with his wondrous show. His eye-popping magic and hilarious humor delights all!
The 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!
Sarah 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!
Come dance to DJ Cuzko spinning Latin, reggaeton, pop, house, and electronic music at the Entertainment Tent!
Welcome 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,…
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…
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…
Halau 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!
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.
Everyone’s favorite magician, Drew Blue Shoes, returns with his wondrous show. His eye-popping magic and hilarious humor delights all!
Ride 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…
The 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 and Friends have something for everyone - singing, opera, dancing, fiddle, comedy. You're not going to want to miss this one!
TimeWarpRock will put take you back in time to headbanging rock and synth pop! They are a crowd-pleaser, so don't miss them!
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!
Join us this year in Kids Court with a special puppet making activity. Your child will be so proud of the take-home puppet!
DEMZ 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!
Everyone’s favorite magician, Drew Blue Shoes, returns with his wondrous show. His eye-popping magic and hilarious humor delights all!
Bumperyachts is a rock/alternative band playing a mix of original songs and covers. Check them out in the Beer Garden!
Everyone’s favorite magician, Drew Blue Shoes, returns with his wondrous show. His eye-popping magic and hilarious humor delights all!
Don't miss the Jaleo Arte Flamenco dance group with their colorful, fun, cultural experience at the Entertainment Tent.
TimeWarpRock will put take you back in time to headbanging rock and synth pop! They are a crowd-pleaser, so don't miss them!
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.
Wendell 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…
Griefcat is giving us a Folksy Flight of the Conchords mixed with Dolly Parton and an indie flare. Be sure to check them out!
Bumperyachts 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!
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.…
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:…
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.
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…
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…
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.
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.
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…
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:…
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.
Visit 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!
Visit 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!
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:…
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.
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…
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…
Everyone’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,…
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…
From 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…
Visit 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.
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.
Visit 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.
Visit 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.
Visit 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.
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…
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…
From 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…
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:…
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.
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 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…
Join 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.
Visit 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!
Visit 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.
Visit 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.
Visit 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.