Fall events in DC
47 upcoming. Fall in DC: festivals, Halloween events, Oktoberfests, harvest weekends and outdoor fun across DC, Maryland and Northern Virginia.
WednesdayNovember 11
11amFree
Arlington National CemeteryThe 66th annual observance opens with a wreath-laying at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at 11 am, followed by a VA ceremony in Memorial Amphitheater. Free; arrive by 9:30.
SaturdayNovember 14
8am
Blessed Sacrament SchoolA neighborhood-scale 5K in Chevy Chase two weeks before Thanksgiving, stepping off from Blessed Sacrament School. A low-key alternative to the big Thanksgiving-morning races.
12 to 5pm$40
Great Country FarmsLoCo Cider Fest kicks off Virginia Cider Week at Great Country Farms with tastings from Loudoun cideries, live music, cider pressing demos and food. Tickets include eight tastings, a souvenir glass and farm access.
SaturdayNovember 21
10amFree
Downtown Silver SpringDowntown Silver Spring's annual Thanksgiving parade steps off at Ellsworth and Fenton with floats, marching bands, 12-foot inflatable turkeys and multicultural dance groups. Santa closes the route.
1 to 5pm$50
Lloyd HouseVirginia cider makers pour on the grounds of historic Lloyd House during Virginia Cider Week, with live music and tavern games. 21 and over only; proceeds benefit Historic Alexandria museums.
ThursdayNovember 26
7:30am$65
Freedom PlazaA Thanksgiving-morning charity 5K at Freedom Plaza plus a Little Turkey 1-miler for kids, a pet costume contest and a finisher festival. Proceeds support So Others Might Eat; register online ahead.
9 to 11am$10
George Washington Middle SchoolDC Road Runners' flat, fast USATF-certified 5-miler through Del Ray on Thanksgiving morning. It supports ALIVE!, which fights food and housing insecurity in Alexandria; pets and strollers get a dedicated start.
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