Clarendon Ballroom Summer Jam Session

On Saturday July 25 Clarendon Ballroom is hosting an outdoor live music festival from 2pm-9:30pm. The Summer Jam Session features several DJs, discounted beers early in the day, and two live bands. Admission is free or you can choose to upgrade to a $11 VIP pass for guaranteed rooftop entry. The festival kicks off with a Kick the Keg. From 2-3 PM, enjoy $2.50 featured beers until the first two kegs run dry. 

 🎧 3 PM–5 PM: DJ Set (artist TBA) 

🎸 5 PM–6:30 PM: @jacksonperkins band 

🎶 6:30 PM–7:30 PM: @djdconte 

🎤 7:30 PM–9:30 PM: @lightsoutby8band 

 VIP includes: 

Guaranteed entry 

Fast Pass check-in 

Welcome shooter 

Exclusive event party favors 

VIP viewing area 

Early access to the after-party

Halloween in Clarendon

There are always tons of events happening in Clarendon for the greatest holiday of the year, and below is a list of some of those Halloween themed events.

Friday Oct 25

Clarendon Ballroom host the annual notorious Elliot In The Morning costume contest with doors opening at 7pm and a $10/$15 cover. This tends to be the largest Halloween party in Clarendon with a $3,000 costume grand prize judged by the audience.

Pamplona Sinister Series combines watch parties for games 3 and 4 of the World Series with Halloween costume parties. No cover and $250 gift card for best costume Friday and Saturday nights.
Saturday Oct 26

Clarendon Ballroom w/ DJ Lil Fos costume contest $5 cover

Haunted Grave Yard Party at The Lot has no cover if you RSVP here. They went all out decorating their large outdoor space and will have a costume contest, photo stations, fog machines and food trucks.

Haunted Hardware at Wilson Hardware also offers a prize for best costume.

Tuesday Oct 29

K-9 costume party at Wilson Hardware from 6 to 8pm on their patio.

Thursday Oct 31

Mardi Gras Parade and Ball

The Clarendon Alliance is producing the 2017 Clarendon Mardi Gras parade on Tuesday, February 28 starting at Wilson Blvd and N. Barton Street and will continue up Wilson Boulevard, past Liberty Tavern and end on N. Irving Street. Clarendon has for a number of years brought the community together to celebrate Fat Tuesday with an annual parade and nightlife celebrations. After the parade, there will be the Second Annual Mardi Gras Ball at Clarendon Ballroom. There will be live music, great food in the Fat Tuesday tradition with beer, wine and punch. The Mardi Gras Ball is a ticketed event, which along with parade entry fees helps the Clarendon Alliance defray their substantial parade expenses. A portion of the proceeds from the Ball will be donated to our nonprofit partners, Arlington Independent Media, and WERA-FM 96.7. Purchase Mardi Gras Ball Tickets here.

White Ford Bronco at Clarendon Ballroom

One of the best 90s cover bands out there White Ford Bronco will be playing Clarendon Ballroom  on Friday, February 3. Since 2008, this five member band has played all around the DC area at Clarendon Ballroom, Clarendon Grill and Truckeroo amongst over places. It's no surprise they were named Best Local Cover Band in Washington City Paper earlier this year, as their energetic renditions of your favorite songs and Gretchen's vocals will make you an instant fan of theirs. Music stars at 10pm and cover is $12.

Clarendon Ballroom's Monster Bash

Clarendon Ballroom's annual Halloween party on Saturday Oct 29 will be hosted by RSI Entertainment and DJ Lil Fos. The Ballroom is always the place to be seen on Halloween, as the large venue is always backed with costumes and the line will go around the block late at night. Cash prize awarded for the top voted costume and gift cards given out throughout the night for those of you we deem worthy. $5 admission at the door.

Elliot in the Morning's Halloween Bash

It's time for the annual DC101 Elliot In The Morning Halloween costume contest in Clarendon! On Friday, October 28 the biggest party of the year starts at 5pm at Clarendon Ballroom and peaks with local radio personality Elliot Segal hosts a costume contest with a $3,000 grand prize. Music starts at 8pm with  Junkfood. There is a $10 cover before 9pm, and goes up to $15 after that.

Sarah Fraser Podcast at Clarendon Ballroom

This Friday September 23 local radio personalities Sarah Fraser and Samy K host a podcast taping for the lively Hey Frase show at Clarendon Ballroom. The HOT 99.5 radio hosts will be interviewing one of the most well known figures in Clarendon nightlife: Scott Parker. Scott is one of the owners of Don Tito, A-Town and the newly opened Barley Mac in Rosslyn. Tickets are currently on sale for $25.

6 p.m.: Pre-show happy hour starts on the rooftop.
7 p.m.: Doors officially open. Guests can order food and drinks for delivery to their seats.
8 p.m.: Show starts.
9 p.m.: Meet and greet the show and take pics.

Erica Paul Fabulous Cancer Fundraiser at Ballroom

This Saturday June 20 is the annual cancer fundraiser Chris4Life Colon Cancer Foundation at Clarendon Ballroom. The is the fifth year of this "Fabulous" event especially dedicated to Erica Paul, who lived in the DC area and died of cancer at 29.

The evening starts with a rooftop happy hour at 5pm. From 6-9pm the main dance floor will host cocktails, hors d'oeuvres, DJ Hurley, and a fashion show by Current Boutique and the popular fashion style truck The Pink Armoire.

Tickets are $30 for general admission, or $100 for VIP. Extra raffle tickets can also be bought online.

Hokie Club Chalk Talk at Clarendon Ballroom

This Tuesday June 16 Clarendon Ballroom hosts a special Nova Hokie Club VA Tech alumni event about Hokie football. Defense Coordinator Bud Foster and O Line Coach Stacey Searles will discuss various topics relevant to their positions and on the minds of Hokie Nation and take questions. Doors open at 6pm and event starts 7pm.

You can purchase tickets for the event now for $15 online. Tickets at the door the night of the event will be $20. Kids are free.

All proceeds will go towards the Virginia Tech Athletic Fund. Specifically, the NOVA Hokie Club has pledged all 2015 proceeds to the New Indoor Football Practice Facility. There will be light appetizers, a cash bar and a raffle auction.

Thanksgiving Eve at Clarendon Ballroom

Thanksgiving Eve is one of the biggest party nights of the year with many locals returning to town, and Clarendon Ballroom plans to have a huge crowd at their celebration with DJ Bobby Hash on stage. If you grew up in the area like I did you are sure to be able to meet up with friends from high school or college that moved away, and many local bars quickly become impromptu class reunions. The party at Ballroom starts at 8pm this Wednesday November 26 and Lindy Promotions is on hand to get you drink specials and possible discounted cover charges for early arrivals.

Halloween in Clarendon - Ballroom DC101 Costume Contest

It's that time of the year again for the biggest party at Clarendon Ballroom on Friday, October 31. The annual DC 101 Elliot in the Morning Halloween party is the best night of the year at Ballroom, with party goers in creative costumes packing both the dance floor and rooftop to compete in the $3,000 grand prize costume contest. Last year's winner was the Invisible Man homemade costume.

The night starts at 8pm and cover is $15 before 10pm. Usually there will be a line wrapping around the block to get into Ballroom, so try to get there before 11pm. For costume contest rules check out DC101's event page.

DJ Squirrel at Clarendon Ballroom

DJ Squirrel is returning to Clarendon Ballroom this Friday July 18. You can get a preview of his pop/rap/top 40 mixes on Soundcloud. DJ Squirrel does a good job of reading the crowd and taking request, while always keeping the beat going with variety of popular songs highlighted by music videos on two projectors.

Hopefully Ballroom's massive rooftop will open at 4pm if it doesn't rain again. The main level dance floor opens at 5pm, and happy hour goes from 4-8pm with specials like $2 Bud Light bottles, $3 Yuengling cans and $3 Blue Moon drafts. It's free admission before 10pm, then the main floor music and $5 cover charge start after 10pm.

O.A.R. at Clarendon Ballroom

You now Maryland based O.A.R. from songs like Peace, and now is your chance to see them live at Clarendon Ballroom this Thursday July 17. Of a Revolution is known for their live performances especially in the summer, so this early show starting at 1pm is not to be missed. The catch is you can't buy tickets. Instead, you must listen to local radio stations 94.7 FreshFM and 106.7 The Fan to win tickets to this special show by calling 877-947-0947 when you hear the on air cue.

Erica Paul Fabulous Fundraiser at Clarendon Ballroom

Clarendon Ballroom is hosting the 4th Annual Erica Paul Fabulous fundraiser event on Saturday, June 21. The night begins with a rooftop happy hour at 5pm and then food, dancing and a fashion "dress up bar" by Current Boutique and The Tailored Man. on the main floor 6 to 9pm. Drink specials include half price beer, wine and rail drinks. Tickets are $30 online or $40 at the door.

At the age of 26, Erica was diagnosed with metastatic colon cancer. Instead of letting the devastating news stop her in her tracks, Erica began her fabulous journey of hope and activism. Through the many procedures, treatments, and surgeries, she always managed to flash that brilliant, fabulous smile. She began sharing her story in the hopes that others would not be stricken with such a terrible disease. On March 6, 2011 Erica lost her battle and passed away from the disease. In her honor, the Chris4Life foundation launched the Erica Paul Memorial Fund. 

Marymount Alumni Gold Formal at Clarendon Ballroom

Marymount University is throwing a semi-formal "GOLD" celebration to the class of 2014 and to alumni of other years at Clarendon Ballroom this Thursday, May 15. This private event goes from 9 to 11:30pm and focuses on Graduates Of the Last Decade (GOLD) and young alumni like myself.

Tickets are on sale until midnight Wednesday for $20 and include private access to the Ballroom, open beer and wine bar, appetizers, DJ and dancing. $5 of the ticket price will go to benefit the Pay It Forward Senior Class Gift. Tickets will not be available at the door.

Chiefs vs Chefs AFAC fundraiser at Ballroom

Tonight, Wed Oct 16 the Clarendon Ballroom is hosting the Chiefs vs Chefs 2, the second annual cooking competition to benefit the Arlington Food Assistance Center (AFAC). From 6:30 to 9:30pm, local chefs from Bayou Bakery, Majestic Café, and Fuego Cocina y Tequileria will compete in a three course cook off against members of Arlington's fire department. Tickets are available at the door, prices vary and there is a special for furloughed government workers.

Halloween in Clarendon - Elliot in the Morning bash

I don't go to Clarendon Ballroom very often, but when I do, its on Halloween.

Ballroom becomes a very different place on this particular weekend. The Clarendon dance floor magically becomes a place where everyone is costumed and friendly, which about the same level of intoxication as usual. Long lines are guaranteed to form around the block for the Elliot In The Morning annual Halloween Bash on Friday, October 25, which is actually half of the fun of the night. This is the best people watching night of the year, with many people standing in line late into the night just to be "seen" in their creative or scandalous costumes, and impromptu costume judging threw the window at Eventide.

The Halloween bash includes a costume contest with a $3,000 grand prize, live music from veteran local band Junkfood on the main floor, DJ JC downstairs. Doors open at 8pm, and its best to get their early as there is a $15 cover and it goes up after 10pm.

Arlington rooftop tour this Thursday

This Thursday August 22 Things To Do DC is crossing the river and going rooftop hopping in Arlington for the next in their "After Dark" series of events. The bar tour includes all four of Clarendon's rooftop bars: Arlington Rooftop Bar & Grill, Whitlows Tiki Bar, Eventide, and then finally Clarendon Ballroom. Tickets are $20 and includes no cover, no lines and $1 for your first beer at Arlington Rooftop, which is where the night starts off at 8pm. I'm hoping there will be more drink specials at the other locations too.

Thanks to the great new blog Rock The Roof DC for posting this event first. It's a great site for local outdoor events and taking advantage of rooftop fun before the summer ends.

Chris4Life at Clarendon Ballroom Saturday

You have until midnight Friday night to buy tickets ahead of time for the great Chris4Life fundraiser event at Clarendon Ballroom Saturday, June 22. This is the third annual event in the memory of Erica Paul, who fought against colon cancer and participated in mulitiple fundraisers but passed in 2011. Chris4Life provides grants to colon cancer patients in hope they can spend more energy on the fight to get well and less energy worrying about money.

Saturday's event will feature a happy hour from 5-6pm on Ballroom's rooftop followed by drinks, food, auctions and prize drawings in the main room 6-9pm. Tickets are $25 online before midnight or $30 at the door.

Autism Gala at Ballroom this Saturday

From the 2010 runway show
Photo via dc.metromix.com

Clarendon Ballroom is once again hosting the Arts for Autism Gala this Saturday Feb 2nd for anyone with an interest in fashion, art or autism.  This fundraiser to benefit the Austism Society of Northern Virginia's Intervention Assistance Fund that helps pay for treatments not covered by state services. Peggy Fox from WUSA channel 9 will be the MC and many fashion designers will be represented including CacheTysons Corner,  Jos. A Banks of Mclean, Sarar USA, and Papaya Tysons Corner. Admission tickets are $75 and the schedule for the night is:

7pm – Private Gala Reception
8pm – Talent Showcase, Community Awards and Silent Auction
8:30pm – Runway Show
Open bar until 10pm

You can also donate directly here.