This column is sponsored by Arlington Arts/Arlington Cultural Affairs, a division of Arlington Economic Development.
Get ready to dance in the streets — Music by the Metro: Clarendon Concert Series is back for spring 2025.
This free outdoor concert series takes place every Thursday evening in May at 6:00 p.m. at Clarendon Metro Park, located at 3100 Wilson Blvd. Presented by the Clarendon Alliance, the series is co-sponsored by Comcast and Arlington Arts.
The curatorial collaboration between Arlington Arts and the Clarendon Alliance is one of many partnerships between Arlington Cultural Affairs and community groups, associations and business improvement districts. From the Lubber Run Amphitheater Summer Concert Series to the Columbia Pike Blues Festival and the Rosslyn Jazz Festival, the artists you see on stage are curated and supported by Arlington Arts.
Here’s what’s in store for this season’s lineup:
Zedicus
Thursday, May 1
Zedicus brings a high-energy blend of world music, reggae and jam band grooves. Based in the Washington, D.C. area, the band’s sound defies borders, fusing reggae, rock, alternative and global influences into an infectious and vibrant experience.
Mama Moon and the Rump Shakers
Thursday, May 8
A six-piece blues fusion ensemble from D.C., Mama Moon and the Rump Shakers have been shaking up the scene since 2021. Led by the barefoot blues sensation Mama Moon, the band delivers soulful performances full of flair, personality and reverence for blues traditions.
Kiti Gartner and the Drifting Valentines
Thursday, May 15
With a sound rooted in western swing, rockabilly and classic country, Kiti Gartner and the Drifting Valentines channel the spirit of 1940s Nashville, Sun Records and Bakersfield. The D.C.-based group brings nostalgia and rhythm to every performance.
Veronneau
Thursday, May 22
Led by Québécoise vocalist Lynn Veronneau and UK guitarist Ken Avis, Veronneau’s music blends bossa nova, French chanson and swing, sung in English, Portuguese, French and Spanish. The internationally recognized group has three Top 10 charting albums, and more than a million Spotify streams.
A rain date is reserved for Thursday, May 29. For full event details, visit the official Music by the Metro page.
About Arlington Cultural Affairs
Arlington Cultural Affairs, a division of Arlington Economic Development, delivers public activities and programs that foster a creative environment, encourage collaboration and reflect the diverse voices of the community. To learn more about upcoming events, public art and artist opportunities, visit arts.arlingtonva.us.
