Looking for something interesting to do this weekend? We’ve got you covered with some of the most fun, family-friendly events in the D.C. area! Celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month, take on a pickle-eating contest and enjoy some early Halloween fun all around D.C. and Northern Virginia.
Festival LatinoAmericano
Oct. 3, 5-9 p.m.
Arlington Mill Community Center | 909 S Dinwiddie St., Arlington, VA 22204
Mid-September through mid-October is National Hispanic Heritage Month! Discover Arlington’s vibrant Latino community at this free culture festival featuring live performances, artisans, delicious food and more. All are welcome at this inclusive and educational event.
Free | arlingtonva.us/Government/Departments/Parks-Recreation/Latino-American-Festival
DC Pickle Bash 2025
Oct. 4, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Merry Pin | 7350 Georgia Ave. NW, Washington, D.C. 20012
There’s nothing to be sour about at this new community festival all about pickles! In addition to sampling pickles from various DMV-area vendors, attendees will be able to make themed crafts, challenge themselves at the pickle-eating contest and more. There will also be several children’s activities, including a pickle-and-spoon race and a pickle-eating contest for kids.
Free, all-access passes available at an additional cost | dcpicklebash.com
Encore Stage & Studio Presents: The Best Haunted House Ever
Oct. 4-5, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. and 3-4:30 p.m. Saturday; 3-4:30 p.m. Sunday
Thomas Jefferson Community Theater | 125 S Old Glebe Road, Arlington, VA 22204
This spine-tinglingly funny show is the perfect way to get into the Halloween spirit! When a group of high school students sneak into an old house to play pranks on their classmates, they quickly realize that they’re not the only people in the house. The 3 p.m. show on Saturday will have an ASL section and an add-on pre-show where the audience can move and groove to their favorite spooky songs.
$16 for adults, $13 for children, students, military and seniors | encorestage.org
