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Things to do with kids this weekend in Arlington (August 14–16)

Updated August 12, 2026

The weekend of August 14–16 in Arlington brings Arlington County Fair at Thomas Jefferson Community Center, 3501 S 2nd St, Arlington VA 22204 (Friday) and Preschool STEAM Play at Courthouse at Children's Area (Friday). Every listing comes from the organizer's own calendar, with times, venues, and official links — free ones are marked.

Weekend snapshot

12dated family events
9likely free options

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Family events in Arlington this weekend: August 14–16

Friday, August 14

6 events · 6 free

  1. Preschool STEAM Play at Courthouse

    Children's Area · Arlington · Ages 1–5

    Preschool STEAM Play Join us for open play featuring a mix of games and activities that explore the STEAM-based concepts of Science,…

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  2. Family Storytime at Central

    Barbara M. Donnellan Auditorium · Arlington · Ages 1–12

    For families with young children Family Storytime is for children 0-5 years and an accompanying adult.

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  3. Family Storytime at Westover

    Children's Area · Arlington · Ages 1–12

    For families with young children Family Storytime is for children 0-5 years and an accompanying adult.

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  4. Baby Lapsit Storytime at Westover

    Longfellow Room · Arlington · Ages 1–5

    For families with babies 0-12 months Bond with your baby through songs, rhymes, and games!

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  5. Brick and Chill: Teen LEGO® Hangout

    Arlington Public Library · Arlington · Ages 5–13

    This program is for grades 6-12 Start your weekend with a blast of creativity!

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  6. Arlington County Fair

    Thomas Jefferson Community Center, 3501 S 2nd St, Arlington VA 22204 · Arlington · Ages 1–12

    Celebrating 50 years of fairs! The Arlington County Fair, a joint endeavor between Arlington County Government and the non-profit,…

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Saturday, August 15

4 events · 1 free

  1. Garden Explorers

    Barbara M. Donnellan Auditorium · Arlington · $ · Ages 5–12

    For students in rising Grades 2-5 and their families Explore the library’s gardens and complete a hands-on activity, then plant a native plant to take home.

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  2. Arlington Plays: Math Carnival

    Barbara M. Donnellan Auditorium · Arlington · $ · Ages 5–13

    For families with children in Grades K-5 Play math games and puzzles curated from math education nonprofits with local high school teens, plus a chance to win prizes!

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  3. Chess Club

    Cherry Conference Room · Arlington · $ · Ages 5–12

    Join the library for a friendly game or two Looking to sharpen your chess skills?

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  4. PANINI Sticker Swap

    2nd Floor · Arlington · Ages 3–12

    Swap stickers with other fans to complete your collection!

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Sunday, August 16

2 events · 2 free

  1. The YoYo Club

    Barbara M. Donnellan Auditorium · Arlington · Ages 5–12

    Throw your Sunday away at Central Library!

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  2. Knitting and Yarn Crafters at Central

    Quincy Room · Arlington · Ages 5–12

    Work on your project(s) with other yarn craft lovers to share your enthusiasm and to learn from each other.

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