Holiday Schedule: Christmas

Arlington County Government offices and services are operating on modified schedules for the Christmas holiday, Tue., Dec. 24, and Wed., Dec. 25, 2024.

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Arlington County Cultural Affairs facilities will be closed on County holidays, (Tues, Dec 24, Weds, Dec 25, and Weds, Jan 1).
The Cultural Affairs facility at 3700 S. Four Mile Run Dr. will also be closed on Tues, Dec 31. LAC Studios and the Scenery Studio will be closed on the County holidays and otherwise follow their regular schedules.

Winter Arts Highlight

^{Pottery by Amit Jalan. View more for sale at the LAC Studios Winter show and Sale on December 7.}

Tis the season for gathering with family and friends! If you're looking for ways to entertain your guests or explore Arlington’s vibrant arts scene this holiday season, we’ve got you covered. With events running through December, Arlington’s Winter Arts Highlight offers a comprehensive guide to arts and cultural happenings across the county, ensuring you’ll find something for everyone. Discover exhibitions, performances, arts workshops, artist talks, arts and holiday markets, and holiday festivities!

News & Updates

New ‘community mural’ unveiled at The Cadence

A “community mural” that residents painted in collaboration with a local artist was unveiled Saturday inside a Buckingham affordable housing complex. “Growing Together: The Forest of Us” depicts a scene in Lubber Run, nearby The Cadence at 4333 Arlington Blvd. Artist Lianna Zaragoza led six community workshops to create the mural as part of the 2024 IMPACT Art Residency Program.

Moving Words Adult Competition 2025

Moving Words makes poetry a part of daily life for commuters riding Arlington Transit (ART) by replacing advertising placards inside public buses with poems by local poets. From November 15th to January 15th, we are looking for poems of 10 lines or less that will be displayed inside ART buses between March and September 2025. Se aceptarán propuestas en inglés y español.

Around Town Best Bets: Arlington's Public Art

Every week, WETA critics bring you the must-see arts in and around DC: their best bets in film, theater, museums, and more! In this video: Arlington, Virginia is celebrating 40 years of its public art program, and Philippa Hughes gives us a tour of some of the works you can see across the county. From "Dark Star Park" to "Queen City" and beyond.

Enriching Lives - Arlington Arts and Culture Strategy

The Arlington Arts Commission completed a comprehensive study of the arts and culture ecosystem in Arlington resulting in goals and strategies meant to provide Arlington arts stakeholders with tangible goals to create a thriving artistic and cultural community that supports the foundation of Arlington’s sense of place.

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3700 S. Four Mile Run Drive
Arlington, VA 22206
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Events

A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum

Sunday, December 22, 2024 | 12:00 AM

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It’s a comedy tonight in Sondheim’s zany, hysterical, Tony Award-winning musical romp.

Signature Theatre, 4200 Campbell Ave., Arlington 22206

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Marketing for Artists and Creatives

Tuesday, January 14, 2025 | 12:00 PM to 01:30 PM

Whether you’re an artist, writer, performer, musician, or creative, marketing is an essential part of your work. Yet the process is often difficult: what is the best use of your limited time and resources, and can you make sure that you’re using your channels effectively?

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Job

Tuesday, January 28, 2025 | 12:00 AM

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A psychological thriller with a shocking and disturbing twist that will leave you breathless.

Signature Theatre, 4200 Campbell Ave., Arlington 22206

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