This column is sponsored by Arlington Arts/Arlington Cultural Affairs, a division of Arlington Economic Development.
There’s nothing like live music to chase away the summertime blues. The Lubber Run Amphitheater Summer Concert Series is in full swing, offering a wide range of performers through August 1.
Celebrate Independence Day weekend with the 257th Army Band on Saturday, July 5, followed by a family-friendly matinee with Mr. Jon & Friends on Sunday, July 6. The summer sounds keep coming with The Sidleys (Friday, July 11), King Soul (Saturday, July 12), and Drew Blue Shoes, a family performance co-presented with Arlington Public Library, on Sunday, July 13.
The series opened in June with a two-week run of “You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown” by The Arlington Players (TAP), honoring their 75th anniversary season. Since 1969, generations of Arlingtonians have gathered at Lubber Run Amphitheater for unforgettable summer performances. This year’s lineup continues that tradition with a diverse mix of music, theater and cultural celebrations, all free and open to the public.
July 2025 Schedule Highlights:
- Saturday, July 5 – 8:00 p.m.
257th Army Band (Military band) - Sunday, July 6 – 11:00 a.m.
Mr. Jon & Friends (Family Performance) - Friday, July 11 – 8:00 p.m.
The Sidleys (Indie Rock/Soul) - Saturday, July 12 – 8:00 p.m.
King Soul (Memphis Soul) - Sunday, July 13 – 11:00 a.m.
Drew Blue Shoes (family performance co-presented with Arlington Public Library) - Friday, July 18 – 8:00 p.m.
Bongo District (Reggae/Cumbia) - Saturday, July 19 – 8:00 p.m.
U.S. Navy Band Commodores (Big Band/Jazz) - Sunday, July 20 – 11:00 a.m.
The Rainbow Rock Band (family performance)
The free Lubber Run Amphitheater Summer Concert Series continues through August 1 with performances every Friday and Saturday at 8 p.m., and family-friendly matinees on Sundays at 11 a.m. Lubber Run Amphitheater is located at 200 N. Columbus St., Arlington, Va. 22203. All shows are free; no tickets are required.
For the full schedule, artist details and weather updates, visit www.ArlingtonArts.org. Don’t miss a beat — explore everything Arlington Arts has to offer!
