# Events & Things To Do In Arlington, Virginia on 2nd October 2026

- **Subtitle**: Discover the best events and activities in Arlington, Virginia on 2nd October 2026. From live concerts to art exhibitions, find the perfect thing to do for an unforgettable day out.
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## About

Discover the best events and activities in Arlington, Virginia on 2nd October 2026. From live concerts to art exhibitions, find the perfect thing to do for an unforgettable day out.

## Events in Arlington

- **Event Name**: Software Quality Summit | Arlington | 2026
  - **Description**: Join Software Quality Summit Arlington on Oct 2, 2026. Explore AI-powered testing, automation, and the future of quality engineering.About this Eventbrings together software testing professionals, automation engineers, qu
  - **Date**: Fri Oct 02 2026 at 09:00 am – Fri Oct 02 2026 at 05:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/arlington/software-quality-summit-arlington-2026/100001991529849390
  - **Venue**: Crystal Gateway Marriott
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  - **Price**: Free
  - **Categories**: business
- **Event Name**: Lilli’s First-Ever Pop-Up: Queer Joy on the Waterfront
  - **Description**: Lilli’s Bar—a new sapphic, queer bar and restaurant coming to Arlington, VA in 2027 is throwing our FIRST-EVER POP-UP and we want you there!About this EventJoin us Friday, October 2nd at the beautiful Crys
  - **Date**: Fri Oct 02 2026 at 06:00 pm – Fri Oct 02 2026 at 09:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/arlington/lillis-first-ever-pop-up-queer-joy-on-the-waterfront/100001997800798969
  - **Venue**: 1601 Crystal Dr
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  - **Price**: Free
  - **Categories**: fitness, Nonprofit, Entertainment, Parties, food-drinks
- **Event Name**: Rebel Rose at The Renegade
  - **Description**: We’re back at The Renegade! 🌹

Arlington, we missed you! It’s been a minute, but we’re coming back Friday, October 2nd and ready to pick up where we left off.

You know the deal — ’90s, 2000s, rock, pop, a little bit of everything we love playing and you
  - **Interested Audience**:
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  - **Date**: Fri Oct 02 2026 at 10:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/arlington/rebel-rose-at-the-renegade/200030555661059
  - **Venue**: The Renegade
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  - **Categories**: pop
- **Event Name**: First Friday LGBTQ+ Community Social @ Silver Diner Ballston
  - **Description**: Relax, make new friends, and enjoy happy hour specials at this classic retro venue!About this EventLooking for something fun to do on Friday evening? We will gather at the inside bar for an extended happy hour at the  in
  - **Date**: Fri Oct 02 2026 – Fri Dec 04 2026 (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/arlington/first-friday-lgbtq-community-social-silver-diner-ballston/100001997663963691
  - **Venue**: Silver Diner
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  - **Price**: Free
  - **Categories**: fitness
- **Event Name**: Global Fallouts: Moving Peace and Justice Forward in Times of Uncertainty
  - **Description**: Please help us spread the word! Share with colleagues, students, and community partners.

The Peace and Justice Studies Association (PJSA) has officially released the 2026 Conference Call for Papers — and submissions are now open!

We invite scholars, gra
  - **Interested Audience**:
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  - **Date**: Fri Oct 02 2026 at 08:00 am – Fri Oct 02 2026 at 05:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/arlington/global-fallouts-moving-peace-and-justice-forward-in-times-of-uncertainty/200030385830427
  - **Venue**: Carter School for Peace and Conflict Resolution
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  - **Categories**: business, conferences

## Trending Events in Arlington

- **Event Name**: Dark Secrets Halloween Gala
  - **Description**: Event Title: Dark Secrets Halloween GalaDate & Time: Friday, October 30, 2026 7:00 PM – 12:00 AMLocation: Esports Stadium Arlington
  - **Venue**: Esports Stadium Arlington
  - **Banner**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/thumb6a60ee737b0ac.jpg
- **Event Name**: Zach Bryan at AT&T Stadium
  - **Venue**: AT&T Stadium
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- **Event Name**: Zach Bryan  MJ Lenderman & Fey Fili
  - **Venue**: AT&T Stadium
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- **Event Name**: Texas Rangers vs. Houston Astros
  - **Venue**: Globe Life Field
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- **Event Name**: NFL Preseason: Dallas Cowboys vs. New Orleans Saints (Date: TBD)
  - **Venue**: AT&T Stadium
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- **Event Name**: Usher and Chris Brown at AT&T Stadium
  - **Venue**: AT&T Stadium
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- **Event Name**: Guns N' Roses
  - **Venue**: Globe Life Field
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- **Event Name**: Zach Bryan's With Heaven on Tour
  - **Description**: Just announced! Zach Bryan’s With Heaven On Tour is coming to Arlington on August 22, 2026 with Fey Fili.

Register now for presale: zachbryanpresale.com
  - **Venue**: One AT&T Way, Arlington, TX, United States, Texas 76011
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- **Event Name**: Navy Federal Credit Union NHL Stadium Series
  - **Description**: The NHL Stadium Series is heading to AT&T Stadium! The Dallas Stars will hit the ice for the 2027 Navy Federal Credit Union NHL Stadium Series™ on Saturday, February 20, 2027.

Stay tuned for more details, including ticket info, and sign up for update
  - **Venue**: One AT&T Way, Arlington, TX, United States, Texas 76011
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top events in Arlington?
  - **A:** Software Quality Summit | Arlington | 2026 (Fri Oct 02 2026 at 09:00 am at Crystal Gateway Marriott), Lilli’s First-Ever Pop-Up: Queer Joy on the Waterfront (Fri Oct 02 2026 at 06:00 pm at 1601 Crystal Dr), Rebel Rose at The Renegade (Fri Oct 02 2026 at 10:00 pm at The Renegade), First Friday LGBTQ+ Community Social @ Silver Diner Ballston (Fri Oct 02 2026 at Silver Diner), Global Fallouts: Moving Peace and Justice Forward in Times of Uncertainty (Fri Oct 02 2026 at 08:00 am at Carter School for Peace and Conflict Resolution).
- **Q**: What are the top free events in Arlington?
  - **A:** Software Quality Summit | Arlington | 2026 (Fri Oct 02 2026 at 09:00 am at Crystal Gateway Marriott), Lilli’s First-Ever Pop-Up: Queer Joy on the Waterfront (Fri Oct 02 2026 at 06:00 pm at 1601 Crystal Dr), First Friday LGBTQ+ Community Social @ Silver Diner Ballston (Fri Oct 02 2026 at Silver Diner).
- **Q**: How can I find events in Arlington?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming events in Arlington on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for events in Arlington?
  - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets.
- **Q**: What are the popular venues for events in Arlington?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting events in Arlington include Crystal Gateway Marriott, 1601 Crystal Dr, The Renegade.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for events in Arlington?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting events in Arlington include TESTINGMIND, Sarah Nealy, LPC and Camille Espinoza, LCSW, Rebel Rose.
- **Q**: Are there any online events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new events in Arlington?
  - **A:** Follow the  category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new events are listed in Arlington.

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