FOOD & DRINK
Metropolitan Washington Restaurant Week
Monday-Sunday
It’s restaurant week across the DMV region, and a number of Arlington restaurants are set to participate. Special prices and menus will be available all week at places like Ambar Clarendon, Epic Smokehouse, Kapnos Taverna, Liberty Tavern, Lyon Hall, McCormick & Schmicks, The Melting Pot, Oz Restaurant & Bar, Rustico, SER and Yona. // Various locations, Arlington
PERFORMING ARTS
Passion
Tuesday-Sept. 23, Times vary
A young army captain develops a powerful obsession and desire for his superior’s ailing cousin in Stephen Sondheim’s Tony Award-winning Best Musical. This production will contain new staging by Associate Artistic Director Matthew Gardiner. // Signature Theatre: 4200 Campbell Ave., Arlington
FESTIVALS & SPECIAL EVENTS
Arlington County Fair
Wednesday-Sunday, Times vary
Come one, come all to one of the largest free events on the East Coast. Get the ultimate county fair experience with pony rides, live entertainment, food stalls, carnival games and countless more exhibits. // Thomas Jefferson Community Center: 3501 2nd St. S., Arlington
MUSIC
Gladys Knight & The O’Jays
Wednesday, 8 p.m.
Gladys Knight is a seven-time Grammy Award-winner whose hits trace back to the 1960s with her group Gladys Knight & the Pips. The O’Jays are Rock & Roll Hall of Famers best known for their song “Love Train.” // Filene Center: 1551 Trap Road, Vienna
MUSIC
Felix Cavaliere & Gene Cornish’s Rascals
Thursday, 7:30 p.m.
For the first time in five years, two members of the legendary blue-eyed soul band The Rascals reunite for an unforgettable concert. The 1960s hit-makers were inspired by their devoted fans to make their comeback. Cavaliere and Cornish are joined by drummer Carmine Appice, whose resume includes Vanilla Fudge, Rod Stewart and Pink Floyd. // The Birchmere: 3701 Mount Vernon Ave., Alexandria
PERFORMING ARTS
Cirque Italia Water Circus
Thursday-Sunday
As the first ever water circus, experience a unique blend of thrilling theatrics and state-of-the-art water technology courtesy of Cirque Italia. Watch water cascade into a lagoon while performers leap and bound through the air above. You’ve never seen a circus quite like this. // Potomac Mills: 2700 Potomac Mills Circle, Woodbridge
TOTS
Parent’s Escape Night
Friday, 5:30-9 p.m.
Been a while since your last date night? Enjoy a night on the town while the kids enjoy pizza, games, movies and more. // Sterling Community Center: 120 Enterprise St., Sterling
FOOD & DRINK
Alexandria Restaurant Week
Friday-Aug. 26
From Old Town to Del Ray, from modern cuisine to old-fashioned favorites, restaurants will be offering exclusive discounted meals for this week only. Restaurants like Virtue Feed & Grain, Hank’s Pasta Bar and King Street Tavern have delectable deals for every meal of the day. // Various locations, Alexandria
SPECIAL EVENT
Stonewall Jackson’s Bold Sweep: Second Manassas Campaign Bus Tour
Saturday, 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m.
Resulting in one the largest battles in the NoVA region with over 18,000 casualties, General “Stonewall” Jackson’s flank march around the Union army was one of the key moments in the Civil War. Tour famous sites along Jackson’s march and relive that riveting moment of American history. // Bristoe Station Battlefield Heritage Park: Iron Brigade Unit Ave.; Bristow
FOOD & DRINK
Miracle Valley Vineyard 11th Anniversary Celebration
Saturday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
Preview wine tastings, live music, barbecue and corn hole are just a few things to look forward to on this day of celebration for Miracle Valley Vineyard.// Miracle Valley Vineyard: 3661 Double J Lane, Delaplane
NATURE
National Honeybee Day
Saturday, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
Honeybees are responsible for about 80 percent of worldwide pollination, just one reason why we need to save this incredible species. Discover the art of beekeeping, watch honey get extracted and support the bees of Northern Shenandoah on this special day. // Sky Meadows State Park: 11012 Edmonds Lane, Delaplane
FOOD + DRINK
Cigar, Bourbon and Brew Festival
Saturday, 4 p.m.
Local craft beer, bourbon and cigars. This is what you will get at the festival. Hogshead Cigar Lounge will have many cigars available. Bourbons from around the country will he out for tasting. And sample 20 craft beers. There will also be wine, hard cider and music from Redneck Pool Party and the Kingbolts.// Fredericksburg Fairgrounds: 2400 Airport Ave., Fredericksburg
MUSIC
Jeff Daniels with Ben Daniels Band
Saturday, 7:30 p.m.
Jeff Daniels, of Dumb and Dumber and The Newsroom fame, displays his musical chops with his son’s band, the Ben Daniels Band. The elder Daniels writes his own songs, which are often inspired by key moments in his life, and has released seven full-length albums. // The Birchmere: 3701 Mount Vernon Ave., Alexandria
MUSIC
Emma Rowley
Sunday, 2-5 p.m.
Hailing from the Leesburg/Purcellville area, Rowley graduated from Belmont University with a Bachelor of Music, concentrating on voice and songwriting. She has also appeared in two Broadway shows and performed with the New York Pops Orchestra twice. // North Gate Vineyard: 16031 Hillsboro Road, Purcellville
FOOD & DRINK
Classic to Contemporary: A Wine Tasting with Sommelier Chad Walsh
Sunday, 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Spend an evening with New York City resident and Maryland born sommelier, Chad Walsh, as he shows you exotic and contemporary wines. All the proceeds benefits BalletNoVa Center for Dance. // BalletNoVa Center for Dance: 3443 Carlin Springs Road, Falls Church
