Release Date: Sep 2, 2025

Introducing NaLa Noches, a New Latin Music Series in National Landing

MOVE AND GROOVE AT NALA NOCHES NATIONAL LANDING’S NEW LATIN MUSIC SERIES

Free Thursday Concert Series in Metropolitan Park Celebrates Latin Music and Culture

WHAT: Introducing NaLa Noches, a new Latin music series this fall in National Landing’s Metropolitan Park. Hosted by the National Landing BID and sponsored by Amazon—with a stellar lineup curated by DC trumpet legend Joe Herrera—the free live music series kicks 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. Concurrent with Hispanic Heritage Month, NaLa Noches celebrates the broader diaspora of Latin music with weekly performances showcasing Venezuelan jazz, Boleros, and more, concluding with the popular salsa band, Bio Ritmo. For more info, visit www.nationallanding.org/NaLaNoches.

Guests are invited to grab a bite from local restaurants in Met Park including Taqueria Xochi, Peruvian Brothers and more, enjoy free Topo Chico (while supplies last) and dive into hands-on art activities hosted on-site by the Museum of Contemporary Art Arlington. Plus, stop by the National Landing BID tent for giveaways!

2025 NaLa Noches music and art lineup:

September 18: Max Rosado (Salsa)
On-site art activity: Create Caracas-inspired prints with artist Ana Chabela

September 25: Gigi MacLaughlin (Brazilian music)
On-site art activity: Color Papel Amate-inspired prints designed by artist David Amoroso

October 2: Miramar (Boleros)
On-site art activity: Make tissue paper marigolds and flowers

October 9: Fran Vielma (Venezuela jazz)
On-site art activity: Make Folklórico crafts with artist David Amoroso

October 16: Alfredo Mojica (Salsa)
On-site art activity: Mold plasticine clay figurines

October 23: Bio Ritmo (Psychedelic Salsa)
On-site art activity: Paint watercolor prints of fall fruits and vegetables

WHEN: Every Thursday from September 18 to October 23 from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m.

WHERE: Metropolitan Park (1330 S Fair Street, Arlington, VA 22202)

HOW: The event is free; however, RSVPs are encouraged via Eventbrite.

GETTING THERE: Metropolitan Park is easily accessible by rail and approximately a 7-minute walk from Pentagon City Metro, or a 10-minute walk from Crystal City Metro Station. Capital Bikeshare stations are within a short walk and limited bike parking is also available. For those driving, there are ample parking options in the vicinity.

For real-time event updates and more information on National Landing, please visit www.nationallanding.org/events/calendar or follow on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

MEDIA CONTACT:

Hannah Jemsek
Publicist for the National Landing BID
hjemsek@thebrandguild.com
602-579-8848

ABOUT NATIONAL LANDING:

National Landing is one of the D.C. region’s most dynamic and connected mixed-use communities. Located just across the river from Washington, D.C., it unites three vibrant neighborhoods—Crystal City, Pentagon City, and Potomac Yard—into a cohesive urban hub at the heart of Northern Virginia.

Anchored by Amazon HQ2 and the Virginia Tech Institute for Advanced Computing, National Landing is a magnet for business, research, and entrepreneurship, surrounded by a rich mix of residential, retail, hospitality, and green spaces. With $4.5 billion in transportation upgrades—including three Metro stations, VRE access, dedicated bike lanes, pedestrian-friendly streets, and immediate proximity to Reagan National Airport—the neighborhood offers seamless regional and national connectivity.

Already home to a growing population and an expanding residential base with over 10,000 new housing units planned, National Landing also features award-winning parks, a lively dining and entertainment scene, and year-round community programming. It’s a place where innovation, lifestyle, and accessibility converge.

To learn more, visit nationallanding.org and follow @nationallanding.