An angular metal bell tower at dusk; bells at the top are illuminated
Five rows of bronze bells (huge and tiny) hang in a tower
A park ranger bends down to interact with a small child by a table of toy bells

Netherlands Carillon Concert

George Washington Memorial Parkway

Special Event
  • Every week on Thursday at 6:00 PM from September 07, 2023 to September 28, 2023
  • Free

 

Bring a blanket, chair, or picnic and enjoy a concert performed by a musician who is up in the bell tower! Musical selection varies weekly. Park rangers run music-themed kids activities from 5:30-7:00 P.M.

The Netherlands Carillon has been a symbol of freedom and friendship between the Netherlands and the U.S. since World War II. In 2021, after enduring years of weather and corrosion, the Carillon underwent major renovations. The National Park Service removed, cleaned, and replaced all the exterior panels, and the Netherlands Embassy added three new bells to the instrument. Now, the Carillon is renewed, ringing, and ready for concerts!

More information

Fees

This event is free to attend.

Location

The Netherlands Carillon in Arlington Ridge Park, Arlington, VA

Schedule

Days:

Every week on Thursday

Dates:

September 07, 2023 to September 28, 2023

Time:

6:00 PM

Duration:

1 hour

Event Type

  • Performance
Tags: concert in the park, music, bell tower, carillon