NaLa Noches
Thursdays, September 17 to October 15, 2026, from 5-7PM
Metropolitan Park (1330 S Fair Street, Arlington, VA, 22202)
Met Park becomes your dance floor this fall with the return of NaLa Noches, a high-energy celebration of Latin music and culture in the heart of National Landing. Sigue el sonido/follow the sound of the güiro, clave, and timbales during live performances from top regional acts curated by DC trumpet legend Joe Herrera.
During the set break, Inspira Dance leads short, beginner-friendly dance lessons, from salsa to merengue and more!
Grab empanadas and alfajores onsite from local favorite Peruvian Brothers, cool down with a complimentary Topo Chico, and partake in hands-on “Colores y Cultura” art activations by Museum of Contemporary Art Arlington.
NaLa Noches is produced by the National Landing BID in partnership with Amazon.
Performances
MoCA Studio Sessions
All ages are welcome to participate in free artmaking hosted by the Museum of Contemporary Art Arlington (MoCA) during each NaLa Noches event. Each session is inspired by the folk crafts and traditions from across Latin America and South America.
MoCA Studio Sessions lineup below:
September 17:
Talavera Pottery-Style Clay Crafts — Sculpt decorative pieces with air dry clay!
September 24:
Artist Spotlight: David Amoroso — Papel Amate Inspired Painting
October 1:
Artist Spotlight: Michelle Espinoza — Corn Husk Flowers crafted flowers out of corn husks.
October 8:
Artist Spotlight: Jaqui Falkenheim — Collage Craft: Little Houses on El Caminito Street
October 15:
Mini-Nicho Boxes — Create a personal little shrine with colorful embellishments!
Earn cash back rewards
Kickstart your Open Rewards account with a $25 Open Rewards voucher! Claim a voucher at the info table at any of the Nala Noches events while supplies last. Visit our Open Rewards page for more information like how to download the app, promotions, and FAQs.
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