Penrose Square

Join us for Pike Fest, Columbia Pike's signature fall festival, on Saturday, October 10!
Celebrate everything that makes Columbia Pike one of Arlington's most vibrant and diverse communities with an afternoon full of live music, delicious food, family fun, and local shopping. From incredible restaurants and food vendors to artisan makers, community organizations, and small businesses, Pike Fest is your chance to experience the very best of the Pike all in one place.
Enjoy live performances throughout the day, grab a beer or glass of wine in the beer garden, browse unique local vendors, and let the kids enjoy face painting, a giant bounce house, and plenty of family-friendly activities. Don't forget to stop by our FREE Fall Family Photoshoot to capture the season with family and friends!
Whether you're a longtime resident or visiting Columbia Pike for the first time, Pike Fest is the perfect way to celebrate our community, support local businesses, and make lasting memories.
🕛 12:00 – 6:00 PM
📅 Saturday, October 10, 2026
📍 Penrose Square
🎵 Live local music
🍴 Local restaurants &amp; food vendors
🍺 Beer &amp; wine garden
🛍️ Artisan &amp; community vendors
🎨 Face painting
🏰 Giant bounce house
📸 FREE Fall Family Photoshoot
🎉 Fun for all ages
Bring your family, invite your friends, and spend the day celebrating Columbia Pike at its biggest Fall event of the year. We can't wait to see you at Pike Fest 2026!

Local Event: Pike Fest 2026

Arlington County

Arlington

Virginia

Pike Fest 2026

Join us for Pike Fest, Columbia Pike's signature fall festival, on Saturday, October 10!
Celebrate everything that makes...

Thai Square

On the Pike, you'll find one of the most vibrant and diverse food scenes in Arlington — home to dozens of international, locally owned restaurants that each help shape the culture and character of our community.
Columbia Pike's Monthly Lunch Club brings neighbors, business owners, and community leaders together to share ideas, build connections, and support the incredible restaurants that make the Pike so special.
This month, we're heading to Thai Square for a special presentation from the Columbia Pike Documentary Project (CPDP). Join us as we explore the rich history, people, and places that have shaped Columbia Pike through photographs, stories, and firsthand accounts. Learn how CPDP preserves the Pike's unique character and celebrates the generations of residents, businesses, and community leaders who have helped make this corridor one of Arlington's most vibrant neighborhoods.
Come hungry, bring a friend, and be part of the conversation.
🕛 12:00 – 1:30 PM
📅 Wednesday, October 28, 2026
📍 Thai Square
Proudly sponsored by Washington Workplace.

Local Event: The Pike Lunch Club: Columbia Pike Documentary Project

The Pike Lunch Club: Columbia Pike Documentary...

On the Pike, you'll find one of the most vibrant and diverse food scenes in Arlington — home to dozens of international,...

The Pike Lunch Club: Columbia Pike Documentary Project

Sarah Manrique

Michael O'Connell

Washington Metropolitan Area

Clarendon

Ballston

Clarendon-Courthouse-Rosslyn

Rosslyn

Fairfax County

Patch AM Team

Seven Corners

Bailey's Crossroads

District of Columbia

Georgetown

District Of Columbia

Lake Barcroft

Falls Church

Alexandria city

Del Ray

Come on a winding journey through an era in which the U Street neighborhood of Washington, DC was giving rise to a vibrant jazz scene and establishing the roots of a new movement in black intellectualism.
Also known as "Black Broadway", the U Street corridor was where the big names in jazz came to play at one of the dozens of clubs and theaters, and hobnob with writers and thinkers such as Langston Hughes, Zora Neale Hurston, and Alain Locke. Tour begins at the historic Howard Theater at 620 T Street NW and ends at the corner of S and 15th Street NW. The tour also makes a halfway stop at the famous Ben's Chili Bowl for a bathroom break and optional refreshment.

Local Event: The Harlem Renaissance in DC Walking Tour

Washington DC

The Harlem Renaissance in DC Walking Tour

Come on a winding journey through an era in which the U Street neighborhood of Washington, DC was giving rise to a vibrant jazz...

Held at Grace Lutheran of Lutherville, 8601 Valleyfield Rd, LUTHVLE TIMON, MD, 21093

Shop •&nbsp;Mingle •&nbsp;Eat with Vendor Members Group at the Markets of CRAFTS GALORE! featuring juried art, &nbsp;craft vendors, and tasty food. This community event in our NEW Lutherville venue of Baltimore County offers free public admission, rain or shine, affordable gifts for all ages, and even tour bus parking for larger groups. Start the holidays off early by enjoying checking off your list in advance of the shopping rush.

Local Event: Vendor Members Group & the Markets of CRAFTS GALORE!

Montgomery County

Silver Spring

Maryland

Vendor Members Group & the Markets of CRAFTS...

Shop • Mingle • Eat with Vendor Members Group at the Markets of CRAFTS GALORE! featuring juried art,  craft vendors, and tasty...

Vendor Members Group & the Markets of CRAFTS GALORE!

Mount Vernon Avenue

The 31st Annual Art on the Avenue takes place on Sat., Oct. 3 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Mt. Vernon Avenue in the heart of the Del Ray neighborhood of Alexandria. Art on the Avenue features over 350 local and regional artists, four stages of live music, food, a pie baking contest, free children's craft activities, artist demonstrations, and more. The event, named the top arts festival in Northern Virginia by Virginia Living readers, is free and open to all; free trolley transportation will be provided from the Potomac Yard and Braddock Road Metro stations and free bike valet service is available at the Truist parking lot, at the intersection of Mt. Vernon and Hume Avenues. For more information, visit <a href="https://www.artontheavenue.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">www.artontheavenue.org</a>.

Local Event: 31st Annual Art on the Avenue

31st Annual Art on the Avenue

The 31st Annual Art on the Avenue takes place on Sat., Oct. 3 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Mt. Vernon Avenue in the heart of the...

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Local Event: In-person & Virtual Seminar: Downsizing Secrets For You or Your Aging Parents

McLean

In-person & Virtual Seminar: Downsizing Secrets...

A complimentary, in-person & Virtual seminar · McLean, VA
Unlock Your Next Chapter.
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Arlington Mill Community Center

Celebrate the vibrant cultures, traditions and heritage of Latin America at Arlington County's Festival Latinoamericano on Saturday, October 3, at Arlington Mill Community Center. This FREE community event features indoor activities from 5–8 p.m. and outdoor festivities from 5–9 p.m., including live entertainment, authentic food, local artisans, cultural exhibits, family-friendly activities and community organizations. Join us as we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month and experience the rich diversity that makes our community so special.

Local Event: 2026 Festival Latinoamericano

2026 Festival Latinoamericano

Celebrate the vibrant cultures, traditions and heritage of Latin America at Arlington County's Festival Latinoamericano on...

Annandale Virginia Fire House Expo Hall 7128 Columbia Pike 22003

Our
Next Shoff Promotions Comic Book, Sports Card and Pokemon Show is
SUNDAY OCTOBER 4 ...9:30am-3pm at the Annandale Virginia Fire House
Expo Hall 7128 Columbia Pike 22003
NOW
12 Years at This Location ...Over a 100 Shows!! 

 
( 10 minutes from Tysons Corner) 

**The
Commanders Game will be shown on site.**

The spacious 6,000 sq ft Hall will
be filled with over 60 8ft tables ( equivalent to 80 6ft tables) of
Top Area Dealers with Gold, Silver, Bronze and Modern Age Comic
Books, a wide selection of Pokemon singles and packs and Plushies 
Plus Baseball, Football, Basketball and Hockey cards vintage to the
present cards graded /raw and Supplies for all your collecting needs.
Plus some vintage Rock &amp; Roll Lps and Cds Something for
Everyone! 

Admission
$3
cash only; 12 and under Free with paid Adult Adm.
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Local Event: Shoff Promotions Comic Book, Sports Card and Pokemon Show

Shoff Promotions Comic Book, Sports Card and...


 


Our
Next Shoff Promotions  Comic Book, Sports Card  and Pokemon Show is
SUNDAY OCTOBER 4 ...9:30am-3pm  at the Annandale...

Shoff Promotions Comic Book, Sports Card and Pokemon Show

St. Andrew the Apostle Catholic Church

Join us on Sunday, October 4 at 4:00 PM as the world-renowned U.S. Army Chorus, part of Pershing’s Own, opens the St. Andrew Concert Series!
This free concert will feature a wonderful mix of patriotic favorites, popular hits, timeless classical selections, and inspiring sacred music. With powerful voices and masterful choral arrangements, the U.S. Army Chorus promises an afternoon that will entertain, inspire, and bring audiences together through the universal language of song.
For more than 70 years, the U.S. Army Chorus has represented musical excellence while performing for audiences across the nation and supporting America’s senior military and government leaders.
📅Sunday, October 4, 2026 🕓 4:00 PM 📍 St. Andrew the Apostle Catholic Church 6720 Union Mill Road, Clifton, VA 🎟️ Free and open to the public!
Following the concert, stay for a complimentary reception with light refreshments and an opportunity to mingle with fellow concertgoers and meet the artists.
💙 Support the Arts: While the concert is free, your support helps sustain the St. Andrew the Apostle Concert Series. For moe information, visit our table at the after-concert reception or anytime online at<a href="https://www.st-andrew.org/concerts" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank"> www.st-andrew.org/concerts</a>.
For more information, visit<a href="https://www.st-andrew.org/concerts" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank"> www.st-andrew.org/concerts</a> or call 703-817-1770.
Mark your calendar and be sure to bring your family and friends. Plan to join us on October 4th for an outstanding afternoon with the U.S. Army Chorus, one of America’s premier choral ensembles!

Local Event: Get Ready for an Extraordinary Afternoon of Music with the U.S. Army Chorus!

Clifton

Get Ready for an Extraordinary Afternoon of...

Join us on Sunday, October 4 at 4:00 PM as the world-renowned U.S. Army Chorus, part of Pershing’s Own, opens the St. Andrew...

Get Ready for an Extraordinary Afternoon of Music with the U.S. Army Chorus!

St Mark's Capitol Hill

Use promocode Patch10 for a 10% discount!The celebrated Jasper Quartet — hailed as “expressively assured and beautifully balanced” (Gramophone) — takes center stage in Chiarina’s season opener that draws on poems and legends. Reinaldo Moya’s Yara, inspired by the myth of Venezuela’s most powerful female deity, enlivens vibrant string quartet writing with musical imagery and folk allusions, and Mozart’s mature string quartet famously elevates the cello to a melodic role. Schoenberg’s storied string sextet Verklärte Nacht (Transfigured Night), based on the poem of the same name, tells an otherworldly story of love and redemption through the lush, expressive musical language of turn-of-the-century Vienna.

Local Event: Transfiguration - Chiarina Chamber Players with Jasper String Quartet

Transfiguration - Chiarina Chamber Players with...

Use promocode Patch10 for a 10% discount!The celebrated Jasper Quartet — hailed as “expressively assured and beautifully...

Transfiguration - Chiarina Chamber Players with Jasper String Quartet

Win a 2026 Toyota Corolla.Meet Olympic Legends. Run for a Cause. Win a 2026 Toyota Corolla.
Join us for the 8th Grand African Run on Saturday, October 10, 2026, in Alexandria, Virginia!
Everyone is welcome! Enjoy a family-friendly 5K run, jog, or walk for adults, plus a 1K Kids Run. Whether you're chasing a personal best or simply enjoying the experience with family and friends, this event is open to participants of all ages and abilities.
Every registered participant is automatically entered into a lottery drawing for a chance to win a brand-new 2026 Toyota Corolla, courtesy of Alexandria Toyota. Whether you finish first or last, everyone has an equal chance to win. The lucky winner will be announced on race day.
Meet two Olympic legends—Tirunesh Dibaba and Derartu Tulu—who will join us as guests of honor to celebrate and inspire participants throughout the event.
<h3>Registration Includes</h3>
<ul><li>Official event T-shirt</li><li>Race bib</li><li>Water bottle</li><li>Branded goodie bag and sponsor giveaways</li><li>Official 2026 finisher's medal</li><li>Post-race snacks and refreshments</li></ul>
<h3>Packet Pickup</h3>
Thursday, October 8 and Friday, October 9 (11:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m.)
Virginia Pickup Alexandria Toyota 3750 Richmond Hwy Alexandria, VA 22305
Maryland Pickup Beteseb Restaurant 8201 Georgia Ave Silver Spring, MD 20910
Please bring a valid photo ID and your registration confirmation (printed or on your phone). All participants are required to wear the official event T-shirt and race bib to participate.
<h3>Start &amp; Finish Location</h3>
1100 Main Line Blvd. Alexandria, VA 22301
<h3>Run for a Cause</h3>
The Grand African Run proudly partners with charitable organizations raising awareness and support for meaningful causes. If you would like to participate as a charity runner or fundraiser, please contact us.
Register today: <a href="https://www.AfricanRun.com" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.AfricanRun.com</a>

Local Event: Grand African Run

Alexandria

Grand African Run

Win a 2026 Toyota Corolla.Meet Olympic Legends. Run for a Cause. Win a 2026 Toyota Corolla.
Join us for the 8th Grand African...

The Tower Club Tysons

Join Marian Homes, Inc. for our 2026 Casino Night Gala on Saturday, October 10, at the beautiful Tower Club in Tysons Corner! Enjoy an exciting evening of casino games, delicious food, silent auctions, fellowship, and fun—all while supporting affordable housing for adults with intellectual disabilities. This year, we’re celebrating 30 years of Marian Homes and investing in the future of our homes through our Home Refurbishment Initiative. Don’t miss this special night! Get your tickets today at <a href="https://donorbox.org/events/939860/steps/choose_tickets" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Purchase Gala Tickets</a>.

Local Event: Marian Homes, Inc. 2026 Casino Night Gala

Fairfax Station

Marian Homes, Inc. 2026 Casino Night Gala

Join Marian Homes, Inc. for our 2026 Casino Night Gala on Saturday, October 10, at the beautiful Tower Club in Tysons Corner!...

City of Falls Church City Hall

The 2026 Falls Church Arts “Scenes in the City” Plein Air Festival, has been rescheduled due to storm activity. The outdoor festival will be held on&nbsp;Saturday, October 17 from 9 am-12 pm&nbsp;with a lively morning of outdoor painting, judging, announcement of the awards, and art sales.
The festival will take place on the grounds of Falls Church City Hall, 300 Park Avenue. Visitors can watch artists paint en plein air—French for “in the open air”—as they work quickly on location to capture changing light, atmosphere, and the character of Falls Church.
Artists have been busy capturing picturesque and historic scenes throughout Falls Church, including the W&amp;OD Trail, local parks, Cherry Hill Farmhouse, Clare and Don’s Beach Shack, and the Falls Church Farmers Market.
More than forty artists will compete for cash prizes. Noted juror Glen Kessler will judge the paintings and announce the winners at noon. The 2025 festival awarded more than $5,000 in prizes.

Local Event: Falls Church Arts Plein Air Festival Postponed to October 17 Due to Storm

Falls Church Arts Plein Air Festival Postponed...

The 2026 Falls Church Arts “Scenes in the City” Plein Air Festival, has been rescheduled due to storm activity. The outdoor...

Falls Church Arts Plein Air Festival Postponed to October 17 Due to Storm

Fort Hunt Park

Join Breast Cancer Collective for the 2026 Walk to Bust Cancer on Sunday, October 18 at Fort Hunt Park in Alexandria, Virginia.
This annual breast cancer awareness walk brings together survivors, families, friends, teams, and community supporters from Alexandria and across Northern Virginia for a morning of connection, remembrance, and action.
Funds raised through the Walk to Bust Cancer support Breast Cancer Collective’s work to expand access to breast cancer screening, diagnosis, treatment, and support services for people who may otherwise struggle to afford or access care.
The event includes a special recognition of breast cancer survivors and warriors, along with a welcoming, family-friendly atmosphere for walkers of all ages. Participants may register individually or as part of a team, and fundraising is encouraged but not required.
Whether you are walking in honor of someone you love, celebrating survivorship, remembering someone lost to breast cancer, or simply showing up to support better access to care, you are invited to be part of the community.
The Walk to Bust Cancer takes place Sunday, October 18, 2026, at Fort Hunt Park in Alexandria, VA.
Register, join a team, or learn more at WalktoBustCancer.org.
Breast cancer survivors, families, friends, coworkers, neighborhood groups, businesses, and community teams are all welcome. Well-behaved dogs are encouraged to attend with their humans

Local Event: 2026 Walk to Bust Cancer

Old Town Alexandria

2026 Walk to Bust Cancer

Join Breast Cancer Collective for the 2026 Walk to Bust Cancer on Sunday, October 18 at Fort Hunt Park in Alexandria,...

Arlington County Council of PTAs (CCPTA) today announced the official launch of Fill the Break: The 2026 Arlington CCPTA Food Security Challenge. Running from September 16 through December 12, 2026, this countywide initiative aims to bridge the nutrition gap for Arlington Public Schools (APS) students during weekends, holidays, snow days, and extended school breaks when school-provided meals are unavailable.
To seed the effort, CCPTA membership has directly committed $2,000 from its central fund. Through the &ldquo;Fill the Break&rdquo; campaign, CCPTA is inviting local families, neighborhood businesses, civic organizations, and community members to match &ndash; and exceed &ndash; this initial investment.
The fundraiser incorporates a friendly competition between APS school PTAs &ndash; the one that raises the most money will win an award, as will the school PTA that earns the most individual donations!
All funds raised through the campaign directly support the newly established CCPTA Fill the Break Food Security Grant Fund. Member PTA and PTSAs across Arlington will be eligible to apply for micro-grants to finance localized food initiatives, such as emergency &ldquo;Snow Day Packs,&rdquo; weekend pantry drives, and grocery gift card distributions. Make sure to select your school&rsquo;s PTA to receive credit for your donation, whether you donate online or by check!
Donations may be made online at <a href="https://www.givebacks.com/causes/arlington-ccpta/campaigns/arlingtonccpta" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.givebacks.com/causes/arlington-ccpta/campaigns/arlingtonccpta</a>
Checks may be mailed to: Arlington CCPTA, Attn: Food Security, 2110 Washington Blvd., Arlington, VA 22204
*Please write the name of the APS school PTA you want to get credit on the memo line

CCPTA Launches "Fill the Break" Out-of-School...

Arlington County Council of PTAs (CCPTA) today announced the official launch of Fill the Break: The 2026 Arlington CCPTA Food Security Challenge....

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