NOVA with Trent / The Arlington edition

Nightlife
in Arlington.

A performance, a comedy ticket or a quieter wine-bar meeting.

Sources checked 2026-10-19. Check the official links for current hours and availability.
Northside Social Coffee & Wine in Arlington at night, December 2012.
Northside Social Coffee & Wine in Arlington at night, December 2012. m01229 from USA / Wikimedia Commons · CC BY 2.0 · License. Wikimedia resized display copy; display cropping may vary. Source license retained.
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Arlington

Arlington Cinema and Drafthouse

Arlington Cinema and Drafthouse, Arlington VA

Go for

Comedy, films and table service at Arlington Cinema and Drafthouse on Columbia Pike.

Before you go

Use the selected event’s ticket and age rules. The Arlington venue is at 2903 Columbia Pike; confirm doors and start time rather than using a generic calendar label.

Sources checked 2026-10-19.

02

Arlington

Northside Social’s Arlington wine bar

Northside Social, 3211 Wilson Blvd, Arlington VA

Go for

An upstairs wine bar at Northside Social, with full-service evening seating and weekend brunch.

Before you go

The Arlington page lists Friday and Saturday evening service, plus Saturday and Sunday brunch. Reservations are not needed; café opening hours are separate.

Sources checked 2026-10-22.

03

Arlington

Galaxy Hut

Galaxy Hut, 2711 Wilson Blvd, Arlington VA

Go for

A small 21-and-over bar with vegetarian and vegan food and occasional original live music.

Before you go

Use the actual dated performance listing: Sunday music is not guaranteed every week. The bar is at 2711 Wilson Boulevard; check admission on the chosen show page.

Sources checked 2026-10-19.

04

Arlington

The Renegade

The Renegade, 3100 Clarendon Blvd PL-10, Arlington VA

Go for

Live bands, DJs and ticketed entertainment at a Clarendon restaurant and event space.

Before you go

Consult the current public lineup before arriving, since the venue also hosts private functions. Use 3100 Clarendon Boulevard, PL-10, and the selected event’s admission terms.

Sources checked 2026-10-19.

05

Arlington

Ireland’s Four Courts

Irelands Four Courts, 2051 Wilson Blvd, Arlington VA

Go for

An Irish pub near Courthouse for soccer, food, quiz nights and live entertainment.

Before you go

The current site lists Tuesday trivia, Wednesday karaoke and Friday/Saturday music. Check the particular match or event; early match openings and table arrangements vary.

Sources checked 2026-10-19.

06

Arlington

Westover Market and Beer Garden

Westover Market and Beer Garden, 5863 Washington Blvd, Arlington VA

Go for

Westover Market and Beer Garden at 5863 Washington Boulevard offers an evening destination outside the Rosslyn–Ballston corridor. Use its location page and current announcements to check the outdoor-space arrangements and any entertainment before going.

Before you go

A beer-garden plan depends on the weather and the operator’s current service, so have an alternative if your group needs guaranteed indoor seating. The exact Westover address helps avoid confusing it with another Arlington market.

Sources checked 2026-10-18.

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