🥯 Your weekend in ARL: 💘Galentine’s Night + Columbia Pike Happy Hour (Feb. 12–15)

💘 Columbia Pike Happy Hour: Valentine’s Bingo (Sabores) — Thu., Feb. 12 (5:00–7:00 PM)
If your groupchat needs a low-lift plan that still feels like you did something, this is it: Valentine’s Bingo at Sabores—easy to jump into, great for mingling, and just competitive enough to get hilarious. Perks: CPP giveaways for bingo winners, plus Sabores gift card prizes (aka bragging rights with snacks). And if you bring someone who’s never been to a Columbia Pike Happy Hour, the first 10 “bring-a-newbie” pairs score free drinks—but only if both of you RSVP through the official link.

🎀 Galentine’s Party (Punch Bowl Social – Ballston) — Fri., Feb. 13 (7:00–10:00 PM)
If your ideal Friday is “cute outfit, one fun activity, and zero planning stress,” Punch Bowl Social is basically doing it for you: DJ + pop-up vendors + DIY crafts (yes, friendship bracelet energy), plus throwback games and a dancey playlist. Tickets are $15 (21+) and include one complimentary punch—so you can roll in, grab your welcome drink, and let the night do the rest. Bonus: there’s also a raffle prize basket (winner announced at 9 PM), and tarot/flash tattoos are available for purchase if you’re feeling chaotic.

💃🏽 DMV’s Bollywood Valentine’s Night Out (Darna Lounge) — Sat., Feb. 14 (10:00 PM–2:30 AM)
If your Valentine’s plans are trending “go out, look cute, dance it out,” this is your move: Tamasha Nights is taking over Darna with a Bollywood/Bhangra party featuring DJ Rahull, plus full red romantic club vibes (think: dressed-up crowd, photos, and a high-energy dance floor). They’re also doing a wristband pick-at-the-door thing—red = taken, yellow = complicated, green = single/ready to mingle—which is either helpful or chaotic (probably both). 21+ and tickets start at $25.

🥕 Columbia Pike Farmers Market (Pike Park) — Sun., Feb. 15 (9:00 AM–1:00 PM)
Your Sunday reset, Pike-style: swing by Pike Park for fresh produce, baked goods, and all the “I’m totally going to meal prep this week” optimism in the air. It’s year-round, super easy to pop into for a quick lap (or a slow wander with coffee), and a great excuse to start the day outside before you default to couch-mode. FREE

🐟 New(ish) Spot: Fish Taco (Falls Church) — Opened late Dec. (around Dec. 22)
Yes, we’re a little late to this one—but Fish Taco is worth the catch-up. The name is accurate and misleading: you can do beer-battered, blackened, or grilled fish tacos, but also go non-seafood with steak, chicken, or veggie options. The menu’s bigger than just tacos too—think bowls, burritos, quesadillas, and starters like ceviche. Top it off with a frozen or on-the-rocks marg, and call it your new “casual but fun” weeknight plan. 930 W. Broad St., Falls Church. Info HERE

🌯 Monstera is coming to Water Park (National Landing) — (opening date TBD, aiming mid-Feb.)
Big burrito news for your “I need something filling and fun” cravings: Chef Alex McCoy’s Monstera is opening a new outpost at Water Park (1601 Crystal Drive) with the classics (breakfast burritos + coffee), plus an expanded lineup that’s not just burritos—think sandwiches, burgers, and cocktails too. They’re targeting a mid-February debut, but no firm opening date yet—so consider this your heads-up to start planning your first “grab food and sit outside” hang as soon as it lands. Info HERE

🥐 Maman is coming to Ballston (Ballston Exchange) — (opening date TBD)
Ballston’s coffee scene is getting a glow-up: Maman (the French-ish café known for pastries, cozy vibes, and cute seasonal lattes) has signage up in Ballston Exchange at 4121 Wilson Blvd—and they’re already hiring, so this isn’t just a rumor floating around the neighborhood. No opening date yet, but it’ll be Arlington’s third Maman, which means your “quick coffee” stops are about to get… dangerously snackable. Info HERE

🎉 Birthday Shoutouts for Next Week!

Happy Birthday to Arizona on Valentine’s Day!!!!!🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳

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