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š„Æ Your Weekend in ARL: world rum day, comedy shows, and festivals at every turn! (July 11-13)
Let's keep the party going!
Billy Howell
July 03, 2025 ā¢ Estimated Reading Time: 6 minutes
 Happy Friday from Millie! | Happy Friday Bagel Bites, Mid-July is bringing the heatāand Arlingtonās rising to meet it with rooftop parties, rum-fueled celebrations, Latin music festivals, and more fried chicken than your weekend could reasonably need (but definitely deserves). Whether youāre sipping daiquiris at WHINO, laughing it up at stand-up in Crystal City, or chasing flaky bakery tarts at Eden Center, this weekend wonāt miss the mark. Scroll on for where to go, what to eat, and how to make the most of the weekend. |
š Your Weekend in Arlington
Friday
š» Honorfest Beer Release ā Honor Brewing Kitchen (Fairfax) @12 PM
Dive into summer with the debut of Honorfest, Honor Brewingās seasonal festbier! All-day festivities (12 PM - 11 PM) include $5 pours of Honorfest on tap and $10 cans to take homeāplus all the good vibes that come with a beer celebration. Bring your crew, toast the new brew, and say āProst!ā to the weekend. Free
š¤ Live StandāUp Comedy Show ā Crystal City Sports Pub (3rdāFloor Lounge) @8āÆPM
Take your weekend laughs seriously (or not) at this stand-up showcase starring DC favorite Winston Hodgesāstraight outta Richmond with a Southern charm and edge sharp enough to open for Brian Regan, Demetri Martin, Mark Normand & Michael Che. Heās got millions of views and plenty of swagger, backed by rising talents Matilda Epstein and Christian Davis. Doors open at 7āÆPM for full dinner & drinks; show starts at 8. $17.85
Saturday
š¶ Todo Sonido Music Festival ā Wolf Trap (Vienna) @4āÆPM
Get ready for a twoāday Latin music fiesta on JulyāÆ12ā13! Dive into rhythms spanning vallenato, rockāÆenāÆespaƱol, salsa, and pop across three outdoor stages. Doors open at 3:30āÆPM with music kicking off at 4āÆPM both days. BYO picnic (yes, even alcohol), enjoy food trucks and cash bars, and free parking. Whether you're in the pit or chilling on the lawn, this is the Latin music event of the summer. $60.71
š„ World Rum Day ā WHINO (Clarendon) @5āÆPM
Celebrate World Rum Day on WHINO's rooftop lounge in Arlington. Enjoy $3 off their signature rum cocktails (think daiquiris, mojitos) and 15% off all other rum drinks as you toast to tropics vibes in the city. General admission is free, doors open at 5āÆPMācome for the sips, stay for the summer breeze. Free
Sunday
š AllāWhite Under the Sunlight Party ā Punch Bowl Social (Arlington) @5āÆPM
Dress head-to-toe in white and hit the rooftop patio for a chic summer party. Featuring upbeat DJ sets, playful yard games, and rooftop views, this oneās perfect for sipping craft cocktails under the sun (and stars). Pair it with grabāandāgo snacks from downstairs. $44.52
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š½ļø Restaurant News
š„ The Beat Bakery ā Eden Center (Falls Church)
Now spinning sweet treats at Eden Centerās new Pop-Up District, The Beat Bakery serves up golden croissants and Hong Kong-style egg tarts that hit all the right notes. Expect a rotating cast of specials alongside classic standbys, all baked fresh daily. Info HERE
š Side Chick ā Ghost Kitchen @ Ellie Bird (Falls Church)
From the team behind Rooster & Owl and Ellie Bird comes Side Chick, a bold new takeout and delivery spot layering Asian American flavors onto crispy fried chicken. Choose from whole or half birdsāor go sandwich modeāwith three spice levels and standout sides like bibingka (Filipino-style cornbread), smashed cucumbers with chili crunch, and three-cheese miso mac ānā cheese. Donāt skip dessert: Vietnamese coffee tiramisu and toasted marshmallow ice cream seal the deal. Opens July 8 at 125 Founders Ave. Info HERE
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