Published on October 28, 2026
By Office of Communication
Enjoy these free and fun events scheduled across The American Dream City from October 29 – November 4, 2026. Check back each week for a new list of family-friendly activities!
Quilt Basics: Applique
Ready to try your hand at quilting? Join Quilt Basics: Applique on Thursday, Oct. 29, from 6–8 p.m. at George W. Hawkes Downtown Library for a beginner-friendly introduction to quilting techniques. Learn how to design, cut and layer decorative fabric shapes to create personalized designs. This class is open to ages 13 and older, whether you’re new to quilting or looking to refresh your skills.
Macbeth
Celebrate Halloween weekend with a spooky outdoor performance of Shakespeare’s classic tragedy, Macbeth, Oct. 29–31, from 7–10 p.m. at Levitt Pavilion Arlington. Presented by Shakespeare LIVE, this free production follows Macbeth’s descent into ambition, guilt and madness after a prophecy from three witches. Bring lawn chairs, picnic blankets and your own food, or grab a bite from on-site food trucks for a hauntingly good night of theater!
Shakespeare RenFest
Step back in time at downtown Arlington’s first-ever Shakespeare RenFest on Saturday, Oct. 31, from noon to 6 p.m. at Levitt Pavilion Arlington! This free, family-friendly festival features live entertainment, music, food trucks, artisan vendors, handmade treasures and Renaissance-inspired fun. Keep the Halloween festivities going by sticking around for Shakespeare LIVE’s production of Macbeth at 7 p.m. (recommended for mature audiences).
Costume Family Fun Run
Put on your favorite costume and get moving at Lululemon Arlington’s Costume Family Fun Run on Saturday, Oct. 31, from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Arlington Highlands! This free, family-friendly event features a one-mile run led by Movida Run Club, RunHER and Run O’Clock, followed by a DJ, trick-or-treating and more Halloween fun during the Arlington Highlands Tricks & Treats event. Click here to register.
Tricks & Treats
Celebrate Halloween with free, family-friendly fun at Tricks & Treats at Arlington Highlands on Saturday, Oct. 31, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at The Lawn! Dress up in your favorite costume and trick-or-treat at participating stores for free treats while supplies last, then enjoy DJ entertainment and Halloween photo ops. Bring a candy bag and arrive early for Lululemon’s free Costume Family Fun Run at 10:30 a.m.