Arlington, DC Events

The Key to Summer Meetings

Mon, Jun 15, 2026 – Wed, Sep 30, 2026

Promotional event offering special rates for summer meetings at Hilton Arlington Rosslyn The Key, featuring spacious meeting rooms with natural light and breathtaking views. Ideal for professional networking, conferences, and industry seminars.

Smithsonian Arts and Industries Building: Voices and Votes Exhibit

Tue, Jun 16, 2026 – Mon, Sep 7, 2026

Explore the Smithsonian Arts and Industries Building's limited-time exhibit Voices and Votes, featuring cultural and civic history valuable for professionals interested in community engagement and heritage.

Capital Harvest on the Plaza Market

Wed, Jul 15, 2026 – Thu, Oct 29, 2026

A Wednesday market at Ronald Reagan Building & International Trade Center offering farm-fresh food, artisanal crafts, recipes, and healthy lifestyle tips. Ideal setting for professional networking and connecting with local producers and craftsmen.

DC Jazz in the Garden Concert Series

Fri, Jul 17, 2026 – Thu, Aug 13, 2026

Weekly Friday evening jazz concerts in the National Gallery of Art Sculpture Garden featuring DC-area jazz musicians. Enjoy a professional networking atmosphere with great music in an iconic setting. Free admission but requires entering a lottery system due to high demand.

Capital Harvest on the Plaza Market

Wed, Jul 22, 2026 – Thu, Nov 5, 2026

A Wednesday market at Ronald Reagan Building & International Trade Center offering farm-fresh food, artisanal crafts, recipes, and healthy lifestyle tips. Ideal setting for professional networking and connecting with local producers and craftsmen.

DC Jazz in the Garden Concert Series

Fri, Jul 24, 2026 – Thu, Aug 20, 2026

Weekly Friday evening jazz concerts in the National Gallery of Art Sculpture Garden featuring DC-area jazz musicians. Enjoy a professional networking atmosphere with great music in an iconic setting. Free admission but requires entering a lottery system due to high demand.

DBSec 2026 Conference

Tue, Jul 28, 2026 – Thu, Jul 30, 2026

DBSec 2026 is a professional conference focusing on digital innovation and information security, held at the Fuse Building at George Mason University, Arlington campus. The conference provides valuable sessions for career advancement and industry networking in information technology and security fields.

Capital Harvest on the Plaza Market

Wed, Jul 29, 2026 – Thu, Nov 12, 2026

A Wednesday market at Ronald Reagan Building & International Trade Center offering farm-fresh food, artisanal crafts, recipes, and healthy lifestyle tips. Ideal setting for professional networking and connecting with local producers and craftsmen.

DC Polyam's July Weekday Social

Thu, Jul 30, 2026

Join DC Polyam at our monthly weekday social for people from DC proper, Maryland, and Virginia. All polyamorous and non-monogamous relationship dynamics are welcome. Metrobar offers non-alcoholic drinks and food trucks for attendees. The event maintains a safe space with enforced respectful behavior, clear consent protocols, and supports open communication about personal boundaries to create a welcoming environment for all identities.

DC Jazz in the Garden Concert Series

Fri, Jul 31, 2026 – Thu, Aug 27, 2026

Weekly Friday evening jazz concerts in the National Gallery of Art Sculpture Garden featuring DC-area jazz musicians. Enjoy a professional networking atmosphere with great music in an iconic setting. Free admission but requires entering a lottery system due to high demand.

Otakon 2026

Sat, Aug 1, 2026

Otakon is a convention dedicated to fans of Asian media, entertainment, and pop culture, including anime, manga, music, movies, and video games. While family-friendly, it offers networking opportunities for professionals in the Asian media and entertainment industries.

Spider-Man: Brand New Day Screening

Sat, Aug 1, 2026

Attend the 7 PM screening of Spider-Man: Brand New Day at Regal Majestic followed by optional dinner at Dave & Buster's. This event includes networking opportunities for fans and professionals interested in geek culture. Reserve your tickets early to secure a seat.

Capital Harvest on the Plaza Market

Wed, Aug 5, 2026 – Thu, Nov 19, 2026

A Wednesday market at Ronald Reagan Building & International Trade Center offering farm-fresh food, artisanal crafts, recipes, and healthy lifestyle tips. Ideal setting for professional networking and connecting with local producers and craftsmen.

DC Jazz in the Garden Concert Series

Fri, Aug 7, 2026 – Thu, Sep 3, 2026

Weekly Friday evening jazz concerts in the National Gallery of Art Sculpture Garden featuring DC-area jazz musicians. Enjoy a professional networking atmosphere with great music in an iconic setting. Free admission but requires entering a lottery system due to high demand.

Puzzled Pint DC/Arlington

Tue, Aug 11, 2026

Join Puzzled Pint at a pub in Clarendon for an evening of puzzle solving and social networking with fellow professionals. Teams of 3-4 people tackle puzzle hunt style challenges in a relaxed pub setting. Beginners are welcome and hints are available. Check puzzledpint.com for this month's location and details.

Arlington County Fair

Wed, Aug 12, 2026 – Sun, Aug 16, 2026

The Arlington County Fair offers a variety of activities including live performances, shopping with local vendors, and engagement with small business owners. It's a large annual event attracting thousands. While primarily a community event, it provides opportunities to connect with regional artists and local entrepreneurs.

Capital Harvest on the Plaza Market

Wed, Aug 12, 2026 – Thu, Nov 26, 2026

A Wednesday market at Ronald Reagan Building & International Trade Center offering farm-fresh food, artisanal crafts, recipes, and healthy lifestyle tips. Ideal setting for professional networking and connecting with local producers and craftsmen.

Another Awesome Session - August Edition

Thu, Aug 13, 2026

Join us for an engaging online session with a great presenter on topics related to M365 and Microsoft technologies for professional networking and learning.

Capital Harvest on the Plaza Market

Wed, Aug 19, 2026 – Thu, Dec 3, 2026

A Wednesday market at Ronald Reagan Building & International Trade Center offering farm-fresh food, artisanal crafts, recipes, and healthy lifestyle tips. Ideal setting for professional networking and connecting with local producers and craftsmen.

DC Bachata Congress 2026

Thu, Aug 20, 2026 – Mon, Aug 24, 2026

Ranked as the best Latin dance festival in the U.S., DC Bachata Congress provides a unique opportunity for professionals in Latin music, dance, and culture to network, learn, and collaborate over five days filled with workshops, performances, and social events.

National Book Festival 2026

Sat, Aug 22, 2026

Engage with dozens of best-selling authors, historians, poets, and writers at the free National Book Festival held at the Walter E Washington Convention Center. Network with fellow book enthusiasts and professionals interested in literature and American culture. Tickets are free but required.

2026 Red Hot Associations

Tue, Aug 25, 2026

Join the 2026 Red Hot Associations event recognizing the fastest growing and most innovative associations in the DC area. This event is a prime opportunity for business professionals to connect, network, and celebrate association leaders and their achievements.

Capital Harvest on the Plaza Market

Wed, Aug 26, 2026 – Thu, Dec 10, 2026

A Wednesday market at Ronald Reagan Building & International Trade Center offering farm-fresh food, artisanal crafts, recipes, and healthy lifestyle tips. Ideal setting for professional networking and connecting with local producers and craftsmen.

DSA Social Gathering

Mon, Aug 31, 2026

A professional networking event for members of the Document Security Alliance to connect and discuss industry trends and challenges in document security.

DSA In-Person Member Meeting

Tue, Sep 1, 2026

An in-person meeting for Document Security Alliance members to collaborate and share insights on document security advancements and professional development.

2026 Red Hot Companies DC

Tue, Sep 1, 2026

Celebrate and network with Washington DC's fastest growing and most exciting tech companies in AI, cybersecurity, fintech, health care, and more. Join leaders, investors, and connectors in the DC tech community for an evening of great views, food, drinks, and networking at a rooftop venue.

Capital Harvest on the Plaza Market

Wed, Sep 2, 2026 – Thu, Dec 17, 2026

A Wednesday market at Ronald Reagan Building & International Trade Center offering farm-fresh food, artisanal crafts, recipes, and healthy lifestyle tips. Ideal setting for professional networking and connecting with local producers and craftsmen.

TACOPS EAST Law Enforcement Tactical Training Conference & Expo

Wed, Sep 9, 2026 – Fri, Sep 11, 2026

TACOPS EAST is a law enforcement tactical training conference and expo designed for professional development in tactical operations. The event offers networking opportunities and industry learning for law enforcement professionals.

Capital Harvest on the Plaza Market

Wed, Sep 9, 2026 – Thu, Dec 24, 2026

A Wednesday market at Ronald Reagan Building & International Trade Center offering farm-fresh food, artisanal crafts, recipes, and healthy lifestyle tips. Ideal setting for professional networking and connecting with local producers and craftsmen.

ATD International Conference & Exposition

Tue, Sep 15, 2026 – Fri, Sep 18, 2026

The ATD International Conference & Exposition is a global event dedicated to talent development and human resource professionals. This conference provides career advancement through learning sessions, networking opportunities, and access to innovative tools and strategies for workforce development. Located in Washington DC, it is a key event to meet peers and industry leaders in talent and development sectors.

Capital Harvest on the Plaza Market

Wed, Sep 16, 2026 – Thu, Dec 31, 2026

A Wednesday market at Ronald Reagan Building & International Trade Center offering farm-fresh food, artisanal crafts, recipes, and healthy lifestyle tips. Ideal setting for professional networking and connecting with local producers and craftsmen.

Upcoming events

The Key to Summer Meetings

Smithsonian Arts and Industries Building: Voices and Votes Exhibit

Capital Harvest on the Plaza Market

DC Jazz in the Garden Concert Series

Capital Harvest on the Plaza Market

DC Jazz in the Garden Concert Series

DBSec 2026 Conference

Capital Harvest on the Plaza Market

DC Polyam's July Weekday Social

DC Jazz in the Garden Concert Series

Otakon 2026

Spider-Man: Brand New Day Screening

Capital Harvest on the Plaza Market

DC Jazz in the Garden Concert Series

Puzzled Pint DC/Arlington

Arlington County Fair

Capital Harvest on the Plaza Market

Another Awesome Session - August Edition

Capital Harvest on the Plaza Market

DC Bachata Congress 2026

National Book Festival 2026

2026 Red Hot Associations

Capital Harvest on the Plaza Market

DSA Social Gathering

DSA In-Person Member Meeting

2026 Red Hot Companies DC

Capital Harvest on the Plaza Market

TACOPS EAST Law Enforcement Tactical Training Conference & Expo

Capital Harvest on the Plaza Market

ATD International Conference & Exposition

Capital Harvest on the Plaza Market