Host your own murder mystery with the Murder Mystery Company, based in South Arlington.
NOTE: This post was originally for The Murder Mystery Dinner Playhouse which is no longer open, but you can still host your own party at home.
#53 – Beat the heat with treats from Jeni’s Ice Cream
Jeni’s Ice Cream opened up a scoop shop in Shirlington in 2023. Their ice cream is made completely from scratch “using a recipe honed and perfected over 20 years” by their founder, Jeni Britton. Jeni’s also offers delivery and nationwide shipping.
NOTE: This post was originally for Red Mango, which is now closed.
#48 – Dine Al Fresco on the Rooftop or Outdoor Patio at Wilson Hardware
Wilson Hardware has a large rooftop area as well as a covered outdoor patio in addition to its large interior space. They offer a weekend brunch on both Saturday and Sunday, happy hours from 3-7 Tuesday-Friday, and are open every day except Mondays.
NOTE: This post was originally for Ri Ra and their comedy show, which is now closed.
#47 – Get a scoop of gelato at The Italian Store
The Italian Store at Westover is not just for great sandwiches and pizza and Italian specialties, but they also serve a dozen delicious flavors of gelato at their Andiamo Coffee Bar.
NOTE: This post was originally for Boccato Gelato in Clarendon which is now closed.
#46 – Enjoy Live Music at B Live
B Live, a live music venue and restaurant with a Beach Bar on the roof opened in 2022 in the former Whitlow’s spot. They are serving brunch, happy hour and dinner.
#38 – Come to the Taste of Arlington
Taste of Arlington
See the Ballston area turned into a lively street festival at the annual Taste of Arlington every May where more than 50 restaurants will have samples of their food. There will also be a beer pavillion, singing and dancing performances from local artists on two stages and a KidZone. For 2014, the event will be held May 18th from noon to five. Booths will be set up along Wilson Blvd. from Glebe Road to N Quincy Street and on Stuart Street to 9th Street. You can purchase tickets online or at the event. This year a portion of the proceeds will benefit the Arlington Food Assistance Center (AFAC). Parking is available in the Ballston Parking Garage or watch the video below for public transportation options.
