Races + Revelry. All Underground. The iconic DMV cycling event returns to National Landing on February 21, 2026! Two levels of a parking garage transform into an underground race course, thrilling spectators and challenging cyclists with twists and turns.

With 10 races throughout the day – from the competitive Championship, Fixed Gear, and Relay races to the wacky Anything Goes Finale (think costumes and carts!), there’s something for everyone and all skill levels.

Prefer to cheer on the racers? Spectators can experience a pop-up bar, local eats, on-site activities, and cowbells galore at “one of the coolest events on two wheels in the D.C. Area (WTOP).” Enjoy award-winning local sips from Port City Brewing Company and Best Day Brewing, and fuel up with sweet and savory options from Good Company Doughnuts & Cafe and Acme Pies. Challenge your friends to 1v1 stationary bike battles with Gold Sprints, customize your own trucker hat with personalized patches, and more.

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Step into The Lodge as Metropolitan Park in Arlington becomes a winter wonderland for guests of all ages and four-legged friends! National Landing’s free signature winter event brings together the cozy charm of the ski slopes with the magic of the holidays, right here in Arlington.

Free admission and easy to get to via the Pentagon City Metro, bike, bus or car.

🚠The Lodge highlights include:

🎁 Holiday Vendor Market: Shop for the best gifts and seasonal must-haves from local artisans at this covered holiday market.

🍫 Peppermint Mocha Latte Competition: Taste and vote for the best seasonal drink as local coffee shops compete for the top title. Featuring: Java Loco Good Company, Beauty Champagne and Sugar, Tatte, Daydrift, Surreal Commonwealth Joe, Colada Shop.

Stage Entertainment: Enjoy a festive lineup of live music and winter-themed performances. Stage schedule to be announced.

🎅Family Activities: Experience the winter wonderland with Holiday Train rides, photos with Santa, face painting, a wooden ornament decorating station, and more holiday craft fun.

🐶Dog Sweater Contest & Pet Fun: Bring your canine companion to enjoy a dog treat bar by District Dogs and pictures with Santa. Dress up your pet and participate in the Dog Holiday Sweater Contest from 5-5:30PM to win a coveted prize!

🍷Food & Drink: Purchase delicious food and beverages from local favorite Bar Colline, along with beer, wine, and non-alcoholic offerings from the Summit Bar.

🎤 The Lodge After Dark: As the sun sets, stick around for a lively hour of Holiday Karaoke Night in partnership with District Karaoke.

Visit nationallanding.org/thelodge for more information on programming and planning your visit to Metropolitan Park!

The Lodge is presented by The National Landing Business Improvement District (BID) with support from Amazon.


NaLa Noches

Spice up your Thursdays with NaLa Noches, a new Latin music series this fall in National Landing’s beautiful Metropolitan Park in Arlington. The free weekly series celebrates the broader diaspora of Latin music, kicking off Thursday, September 18 (5:00 – 7:00 p.m.) with a performance by Max Rosado, a powerhouse vocalist known for his salsa and tropical rhythms. During the live music guests are invited to grab a bite on-site from local favorite Taqueria Xochi, enjoy free Topo Chico (while supplies last) and dive into hands-on art activities hosted by the Museum of Contemporary Art Arlington. Plus, stop by the National Landing BID tent for giveaways!  

The music lineup features a diverse array of groups handpicked by DC trumpet legend Joe Herrera. Getting there is easy; Metropolitan Park is a short walk from the Pentagon City Metro and buses, and there is ample parking in nearby garages. 

NaLa Noches music lineup:
September 18: Max Rosado (Salsa)
September 25: Gigi MacLaughlin (Brazilian music)
October 2: Miramar (Boleros)
October 9: Fran Vielma (Venezuela jazz)
October 16: Alfredo Mojica (Salsa)
October 23: Bio Ritmo (Psychedelic Salsa)

The free series takes place Thursdays, Sept 18-Oct 23, 5-7pm, Metropolitan Park, 1330 S Fair Street, Arlington, VA. The event is produced by the National Landing Business Improvement District (BID) with support from Amazon. 

Free to attend; RSVPs are encouraged. Visit the website for details.