First Thursdays – Arlington’s 150th Birthday Bash!
September 3 @ 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
FIRST THURSDAYS ARE THE NIGHT TO BE IN DOWNTOWN ARLINGTON!
Grab the family and text the group chat, it’s the night to be in Downtown Arlington. Once a month, the district comes alive with live music, artistic experiences, and unique happenings at your favorite local businesses.
Join the Downtown Arlington Management Corporation for the next First Thursdays event on Thursday, September 3, from 5–8 p.m., to celebrate Arlington’s 150th Birthday Bash!
September highlights Include:
- 150th Birthday Cabaret – Free celebratory performance at Theatre Arlington at 7:30 p.m.
- Giant “150” Community Photo – Help form a giant “150” on the lawn for a special birthday photo.
- Historic Knapp Heritage Park – Enjoy cabin tours and live music beneath the trees.
- Arlington Historical Society History Walk – Take a guided tour of Arlington landmarks, including Mineral Well and Arlington Music Hall.
- Live Mural Celebration – Watch a new public art piece come to life in honor of the city’s birthday.
- 150 Passport Scavenger Hunt – Collect six commemorative stickers from participating businesses to complete your “passport.” Turn it in at Theatre Arlington before the cabaret and receive an event‑exclusive 150th anniversary sticker.
Celebrate Arlington’s past, present, and future with an evening of music, history, art, and community spirit where it all began, in the heart of Downtown.