🥯 Your Weekend in ARL: sports pub celebrations, solid stand up comedy, and art workshops! (August 1-3)

📅 Your Weekend in Arlington

Friday

🎤 Rachel Feinstein – Arlington Cinema & Drafthouse (Columbia Pike) @7 PM / 9:30 PM
Bag a night of sharp wit and observational hilarity with Rachel Feinstein, named one of Variety’s “10 Comics to Watch” and fresh off her Netflix special Big Guy, which dominated the Top 10 in May 2024. . She’s bringing her signature blend of impersonations, personal chaos, and jokes about family life to Arlington Drafthouse. Expect a hilarious evening of stand-up that’s as sharp as it is relatable. Grab your tickets before they sell out! $30.00

Saturday

🎉 Stationery Store Day Celebration – Open to Being Studio & Shop @11 AM
Celebrate the love of paper at Open to Being stationery store. This free, boutique shopping event is your chance to see a 110-year-old letterpress in action, color your own postcard—and even mail it with an on-site stamp. Browse curated greeting cards, notebooks, art prints, and shop goods from aligned makers. Early shoppers can enjoy complimentary cold drinks and light snacks; raffles and giveaways run all day. A perfect outing for stationery lovers or anyone who appreciates analog joy. Free

🎨 Groovy Buddha Block Prints Workshop – MoCA Arlington Innovation Studio @2 PM
Get artsy with a free, artist-led block printing workshop! Create your own Pop-inspired “Master-Peace” using vibrant acrylic layers and stencils—no experience needed. Plus, stick around to explore the Innovation Studio and shop unique handmade goods. Free

🍺 Crystal City Sports Pub 31st Anniversary Party – Crystal City Sports Pub, Arlington @6 PM
Raise a glass—Crystal City Sports Pub is turning 31! Head to their 3rd-floor party this Saturday for live music from The Maiden Band, tasty bar bites, drinks, and all-around good vibes. No cover, just come ready to celebrate with the locals. Free

Sunday

🎶 Amapiano Sundays – Arlington Beer Garden @2 PM
Mark your calendar for when Amapiano Sundays returns for its monthly day party at Arlington Beer Garden. Expect smooth Amapiano beats, rhythmic hooks, food stalls, cold brews, and a welcoming crowd of music lovers. The beats drop around 2 and the good times roll into the afternoon. You won’t want to miss! $23.11

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🍽️ Restaurant News

🌮 1983 Chinese Cuisine
This stylish new dim sum spot opened this June in Westpost, serving up Cantonese classics like shrimp dumplings, BBQ pork rolls, crispy roast duck, and congee. It’s sleek, neighborly, and perfect for a laid-back brunch or dinner without leaving Arlington. More info HERE

🥗 Westville
NYC favorite Westville has arrived in Clarendon, serving up veggie-forward comfort food in a laid-back setting. Expect market plates with seasonal sides, crisp salads, and hearty mains like buttermilk chicken sandwiches and truffle fries. Great for groups or a casual bite any day of the week. More info HERE

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