# This weekend near Bristow

> Events near Bristow, VA, closest first each day, from now through 2026-10-25. Races and other plan-ahead events are left out.

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## Friday, October 16 (Today)

### [Factory of Fear: Outbreak at ARTfactory](https://wknd.app/r/zs4k3t/factory-of-fear-outbreak-at-artfactory)

- When: 2026-10-16 19:00-22:30 (America/New_York), and 4 more dates
- Scarcity: daily
- Cadence: run
- Where: ARTfactory, 9419 Battle Street, Manassas, VA 20110 (38.7505, -77.47211)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: $25.00
- Category: festival
- Topics: halloween, evening, indoor
- About: ARTfactory's fifth annual haunt turns four floors of the historic Manassas building into Outbreak, a walk-through of infection and quarantine with live actors. Proceeds support arts programming; not for kids under 14.
- Source: https://visitmanassas.org/event/factory-of-fear-outbreak-oct-15/
- Distance: about 10 min drive from the town center (3.9 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Fall events in DC](https://wknd.app/f/96g4j7/fall-events-in-dc)

### [Fields of Fear at Cox Farms](https://wknd.app/r/g84v4g/fields-of-fear-at-cox-farms)

- When: 2026-10-16 19:30-23:00 (America/New_York), and 7 more dates
- Scarcity: daily
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Cox Farms, 15621 Braddock Rd, Centreville, VA 20120 (38.8802127, -77.4914354)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: $25.00
- Category: theater
- Topics: fall, halloween, haunted, haunted-trail, nightlife, corn-maze
- About: Cox Farms turns scary after dark. More than 20 acres of haunted attractions: the Cornightmare haunted corn maze, the Dark Side Hayride, and The Forest, a half-mile woodland walk. Between scares, the Firegrounds has bonfires, a dance party, karaoke, a six-lane slide, and the Fear Market. Separate ticket from the daytime festival; online only. Not recommended for kids under 12.
- Source: https://coxfarmsva.com/all-tickets/
- Distance: about 30 min drive from the town center (11.1 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Fall events in DC](https://wknd.app/f/96g4j7/fall-events-in-dc)

### [Card Gala - Chapter 1](https://wknd.app/r/yqdpbt/card-gala-chapter-1)

- When: 2026-10-16 17:00-22:30 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: Hilton Fairfax, 12777 Fair Lakes Cir, Fairfax, VA 22033 (38.85759, -77.38649)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: $5.00
- Category: sale
- Topics: sports-cards, trading-cards, collectibles, vendors
- About: Evening card show at the Hilton Fairfax: 80+ vendors with sports cards, TCGs and collectibles to buy, sell and trade. Presented by The Trading Ground. $5 entry, 5 PM to 10:30 PM.
- Source: https://tcgshowsnearme.com/events/card-gala-chapter-1-fairfax-2026-10-16
- Distance: about 30 min drive from the town center (12.3 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [DMV Collectible Shows](https://wknd.app/f/vd3qgy/dmv-collectible-shows)

### [The Haunt: Dark Encounters at Workhouse Arts Center](https://wknd.app/r/wu95s2/the-haunt-dark-encounters-at-workhouse-arts-center)

- When: 2026-10-16 19:00-22:00 (America/New_York), and 4 more dates
- Scarcity: daily
- Cadence: run
- Where: Workhouse Arts Center, 9518 Workhouse Way, Lorton, VA 22079 (38.69748, -77.25538)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: $39.00
- Category: festival
- Topics: halloween, evening, outdoor
- About: The Workhouse Haunt's 13th-year trail Dark Encounters winds through dark woods on the old Lorton Prison grounds with professional scare actors. Built for adults, ages 13-plus; a sensory-friendly session runs Oct 17, 6 to 7.
- Source: https://www.alxnow.com/events/the-haunt-dark-encounters-haunted-trail-scariest-haunted-trail-in-northern-29116/
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (15.2 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Fall events in DC](https://wknd.app/f/96g4j7/fall-events-in-dc)

### [Magical Places and Creatures: Donnalynne Lefever at Workhouse](https://wknd.app/r/v9mxck/magical-places-and-creatures-donnalynne-lefever-at-workhouse)

- When: 2026-10-16 all day (America/New_York), and 23 more dates
- Scarcity: daily
- Cadence: daily
- Where: Arches Gallery, 9506 Workhouse Way, Lorton, VA 22079 (38.6973797, -77.2553916)
- Ages: all ages
- Category: exhibit
- Topics: art, painting, fantasy
- About: Solo exhibition of mythical creatures and magical places by Donnalynne Lefever at the Arches Gallery in the Workhouse. Layered paintings inspired by mythology and dreams, with an artist reception on October 10.
- Source: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/magical-places-and-creatures-art-exhibit-by-donnalynne-lefever-tickets-1998932246158
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (15.2 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Art events in the DMV](https://wknd.app/f/nfn8xc/art-events-in-the-dmv)

### [TRANSFORMATIONS: Lloyd Wolf's Lorton Reformatory Photos, Workhouse](https://wknd.app/r/x99ckn/transformations-lloyd-wolfs-lorton-reformatory-photos)

- When: 2026-10-16 all day (America/New_York), and 22 more dates
- Scarcity: daily
- Cadence: daily
- Where: Workhouse Arts Center, 9518 Workhouse Way, Lorton, VA 22079 (38.697639, -77.2554229)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: exhibit
- Topics: art, photography, history, documentary
- About: Documentary photographs by Lloyd Wolf record a pioneering drug rehabilitation program inside the Lorton Reformatory from 1989 to 1991. Shown where the events took place, the images trace recovery and resilience among incarcerated men. On view in the McGuireWoods Gallery with an artist reception on October 3.
- Source: https://www.workhousearts.org/transformations-at-lorton
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (15.2 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Art events in the DMV](https://wknd.app/f/nfn8xc/art-events-in-the-dmv)

### [One Hunters Woods: Community Tai Chi](https://wknd.app/r/rjzsbb/one-hunters-woods-community-tai-chi)

- When: 2026-10-16 all day (America/New_York), and 76 more dates
- Scarcity: daily
- Cadence: daily
- Where: 2310 Colts Neck Rd, Reston, VA (38.93699, -77.36368)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: class
- Topics: tai-chi, fitness, free, outdoor, community, wellness
- About: Free community-led morning Tai Chi at Hunters Woods Plaza, a daily drop-in session open to all.
- Source: https://restoncommunitycenter.com/organizer/reston-community-center/
- Distance: about 40 min drive from the town center (17.5 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [Janet Echelman: Radical Softness at Tephra ICA](https://wknd.app/r/2rvewy/janet-echelman-radical-softness-at-tephra-ica)

- When: 2026-10-16 all day (America/New_York), and 107 more dates
- Scarcity: daily
- Cadence: daily
- Where: Tephra Institute of Contemporary Art, 12001 Market St #103, Reston, VA 20190 (38.9587, -77.3562)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: exhibit
- Topics: art, sculpture, contemporary
- About: Mid-career retrospective of sculptor Janet Echelman spanning four decades, from early drawings and maquettes to full-scale net sculptures. The show presents softness as both material and philosophy, with works shaped by wind, light, and engineered fiber. Free admission.
- Source: https://www.tephraica.org/exhibitions/janet-echelman-radical-softness
- Distance: about 40 min drive from the town center (19 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Art events in the DMV](https://wknd.app/f/nfn8xc/art-events-in-the-dmv)

### [Saved By The 90's Dance Party at State Theatre](https://wknd.app/r/ff9vv5/saved-by-the-90s-dance-party-at-state-theatre)

- When: 2026-10-16 21:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 220 N Washington St, Falls Church, VA 22046 (38.8829153, -77.1696986)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: $18.00
- Category: concert
- Topics: live-music, dance-party, 90s, pop
- About: Saved By The 90's returns to the State Theatre with the Bayside Tigers for a full-throttle 90s dance party, playing the decade's biggest hits live. Tickets from about $18. 9 PM.
- Source: http://thestatetheatre.com/events/e1774.xml
- Distance: about 40 min drive from the town center (22.6 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Live music in the DMV](https://wknd.app/f/napgfx/live-music-in-the-dmv)

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### [Four Seasons in the Piedmont at Artists in Middleburg](https://wknd.app/r/ugsftd/four-seasons-in-the-piedmont-at-artists-in-middleburg)

- When: 2026-10-16 all day (America/New_York), and 23 more dates
- Scarcity: daily
- Cadence: daily
- Where: The Artists in Middleburg, 102 W Washington St, Middleburg, VA 20117 (38.9685301, -77.7369811)
- Ages: all ages
- Category: exhibit
- Topics: art, painting, regional
- About: Juried group exhibition at The Artists in Middleburg gallery celebrating the seasons of Virginia's Piedmont region. Opening reception on October 3.
- Source: https://www.theartistsinmiddleburg.org/exhibition-schedule-2026
- Distance: about 45 min drive from the town center (20.1 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Art events in the DMV](https://wknd.app/f/nfn8xc/art-events-in-the-dmv)

### [Middleburg Film Festival](https://wknd.app/r/wwhct5/middleburg-film-festival)

- When: 2026-10-16 all day (America/New_York), and 2 more dates
- Scarcity: short_run
- Cadence: run
- Where: Middleburg, VA (38.9690189, -77.7355056)
- Ages: all ages
- Category: film
- Topics: film, indoor
- About: Award-season film festival in Middleburg, October 15–18, 2026. Screenings are ticketed; the festival page did not list a dollar price.
- Source: https://www.middleburgfilm.org/the-festival
- Distance: about 45 min drive from the town center (20.1 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia local events](https://wknd.app/f/exxuqn/northern-virginia-local-events)

### [(Not) Strictly Painting 15 at McLean Project for the Arts](https://wknd.app/r/3wkx6w/not-strictly-painting-15-at-mclean-project-for-the-arts)

- When: 2026-10-16 all day (America/New_York), and 22 more dates
- Scarcity: daily
- Cadence: daily
- Where: McLean Community Center, 1234 Ingleside Ave, McLean, VA 22101 (38.9405627, -77.1837221)
- Ages: all ages
- Category: exhibit
- Topics: art, painting, contemporary
- About: The 15th iteration of MPA's juried biennial celebrating painting and works related to painting, featuring dozens of mid-Atlantic artists across media. On view in the Emerson and Atrium Galleries at the McLean Community Center, with a Tea and Talk on October 21.
- Source: https://www.mpaart.org/
- Distance: about 45 min drive from the town center (24.2 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Art events in the DMV](https://wknd.app/f/nfn8xc/art-events-in-the-dmv)

### [Assembly 2026: Dusk in the Dawnland at MoCA Arlington](https://wknd.app/r/c5spcn/assembly-2026-dusk-in-the-dawnland-at-moca-arlington)

- When: 2026-10-16 all day (America/New_York), and 100 more dates
- Scarcity: daily
- Cadence: daily
- Where: Museum of Contemporary Art Arlington, 3550 Wilson Boulevard, Arlington, VA 22201 (38.8816879, -77.1020899)
- Ages: all ages
- Category: exhibit
- Topics: art, contemporary, biennial
- About: Five artists with deep ties to Maine's Penobscot Bay coast work across sculpture, textiles, video, and photography. The show traces environmental change and creative resourcefulness along the rugged shoreline. Part of MoCA Arlington's Assembly 2026 biennial.
- Source: https://mocaarlington.org/exhibits/2026/assembly-2026-dusk-in-the-dawnland/
- Distance: about 45 min drive from the town center (25.8 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Art events in the DMV](https://wknd.app/f/nfn8xc/art-events-in-the-dmv)

### [Assembly 2026: New South, Ground Truth at MoCA Arlington](https://wknd.app/r/t6dx9b/assembly-2026-new-south-ground-truth-at-moca-arlington)

- When: 2026-10-16 all day (America/New_York), and 100 more dates
- Scarcity: daily
- Cadence: daily
- Where: Museum of Contemporary Art Arlington, 3550 Wilson Boulevard, Arlington, VA 22201 (38.8816879, -77.1020899)
- Ages: all ages
- Category: exhibit
- Topics: art, contemporary, biennial
- About: Four Atlanta-based artists (Sheila Pree Bright, Michi Meko, Paul Stephen Benjamin, Shanequa Gay) examine the Southern landscape as a site of memory, power, and unresolved history. Part of MoCA Arlington's Assembly 2026 biennial marking the nation's 250th anniversary.
- Source: https://mocaarlington.org/exhibits/2026/assembly-2026-new-south-ground-truth/
- Distance: about 45 min drive from the town center (25.8 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Art events in the DMV](https://wknd.app/f/nfn8xc/art-events-in-the-dmv)

### [DC Fintech Week 2026](https://wknd.app/r/ye9bz6/dc-fintech-week-2026)

- When: 2026-10-16 all day (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: World Bank, 1818 H Street NW, Washington, DC 20433 (38.8988373, -77.0425667)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: business
- Topics: crypto, blockchain, fintech, stablecoins, tokenization, defi, digital-identity, policy
- About: Four-day fintech and policy conference. Opens Oct 13 with full-day programming at the World Bank in DC, moves to Amazon HQ2 in Arlington on Oct 14, then runs salon-style sessions at the Milken Institute and FINRA headquarters in DC on Oct 15 and 16. The 2026 program covers stablecoins and programmable finance, real-world asset tokenization, smart contracts, digital identity, and crypto market structure. Free with registration; 2,300+ in-person attendees expected.
- Source: https://registration.crowdcomms.com/dcfw2026
- Distance: about 50 min drive from the town center (29.2 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Crypto and blockchain meetups in the DMV](https://wknd.app/f/7utfjy/crypto-and-blockchain-meetups-in-the-dmv)

### [Out of Bounds](https://wknd.app/r/bened2/out-of-bounds)

- When: 2026-10-16 all day (America/New_York), and 76 more dates
- Scarcity: daily
- Cadence: daily
- Where: The Kreeger Museum, 2401 Foxhall Road NW, Washington, DC 20007 (38.9218554, -77.0887526)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: exhibit
- Topics: art, contemporary, local-artists, foxhall
- About: Seven Hamiltonian Artists alumni show painting, photography, sculpture, video, and installation at the Kreeger Museum, alongside boundary-pushing works from the museum's permanent collection by Sam Gilliam, Frank Stella, Simmie Knox, and William Christenberry. Curated by Anisa Olufemi and presented under The Collaborative, the Kreeger's program supporting Washington-area artists.
- Source: https://www.kreegermuseum.org/exhibitions/event/Out-of-Bounds-2026-10-15
- Distance: about 55 min drive from the town center (27.7 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Art events in the DMV](https://wknd.app/f/nfn8xc/art-events-in-the-dmv)

### [Allison Russell at 9:30 Club](https://wknd.app/r/3q3fbk/allison-russell-at-9-30-club)

- When: 2026-10-16 22:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 815 V St. NW, Washington, DC 20001 (38.8950982, -77.0363849)
- Ages: all ages
- Category: concert
- Topics: live-music, folk, americana
- About: Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Allison Russell headlines a late show at 9:30 Club, touring her forthcoming third album after Outside Child and The Returner. Folk and Americana with her Rainbow Coalition ensemble; Autumn Nicholas opens. $1 per ticket supports the ACLU. Doors 10 PM.
- Source: https://www.930.com/e/allison-russell/
- Distance: about 55 min drive from the town center (29.4 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Live music in the DMV](https://wknd.app/f/napgfx/live-music-in-the-dmv)

### [Routed West: Twentieth-Century African American Quilts in California](https://wknd.app/r/bzacwv/routed-west-twentieth-century-african-american-quilts-in)

- When: 2026-10-16 all day (America/New_York), and 93 more dates
- Scarcity: daily
- Cadence: daily
- Where: National Museum of Women in the Arts, 1250 New York Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20005 (38.9000261, -77.0292709)
- Ages: all ages
- Category: exhibit
- Topics: art, quilts, textiles, african-american-history
- About: The East Coast debut of a touring exhibition of twentieth-century African American quilts made in California, tracing how migration west shaped a distinct quilting tradition. An NMWA presentation that opened September 18 and runs into the new year.
- Source: https://nmwa.org/campaign/routed-west-twentieth-century-african-american-quilts-in-california/
- Distance: about 55 min drive from the town center (29.9 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Art events in the DMV](https://wknd.app/f/nfn8xc/art-events-in-the-dmv)

### [Carnival of Curiosities at Del Ray Artisans](https://wknd.app/r/e2z29m/carnival-of-curiosities-at-del-ray-artisans)

- When: 2026-10-16 all day (America/New_York), and 15 more dates
- Scarcity: daily
- Cadence: run
- Where: Del Ray Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Ave, Alexandria, VA 22301 (38.8296633, -77.0595968)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: exhibit
- Topics: art, exhibit, halloween, gallery-opening
- About: Carnival and circus themed group exhibition at Del Ray Artisans, from fun foods and games to haunted oddities. Opens with a reception on October 2 and closes with a masquerade party and People's Choice award on October 30. Free, donations appreciated.
- Source: https://delrayartisans.org/event/carnival-of-curiosities/
- Distance: about 60 min drive from the town center (26.7 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Art events in the DMV](https://wknd.app/f/nfn8xc/art-events-in-the-dmv)

### [Boo at the Zoo](https://wknd.app/r/mzn8t9/boo-at-the-zoo)

- When: 2026-10-16 all day (America/New_York), and 2 more dates
- Scarcity: short_run
- Cadence: run
- Where: Smithsonian National Zoo, 3001 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC 20008 (38.929791, -77.049891)
- Ages: 0 to 99
- Price: $35.00
- Category: kids
- Topics: halloween, animals
- About: Evening Halloween trick-or-treating and after-hours animal viewing at the National Zoo. Costumes welcome; tickets typically around $35.
- Source: https://nationalzoo.si.edu/visit/events/boo-zoo
- Distance: about 60 min drive from the town center (29.8 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Soul Strolls: Becoming America](https://wknd.app/r/e7wv4t/soul-strolls-becoming-america)

- When: 2026-10-16 all day (America/New_York), and 5 more dates
- Scarcity: daily
- Cadence: run
- Where: Congressional Cemetery, 1801 E St SE, Washington, DC 20003 (38.8819, -77.0007)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: $40.00
- Category: theater
- Topics: fall, halloween, cemetery, history, guided-tour, lantern-lit, theater
- About: Congressional Cemetery's annual lantern-lit twilight tours return with the 2026 theme Becoming America, marking the nation's 250th anniversary. Costumed interpreters bring the cemetery's residents to life in immersive performances as you walk the grounds after dark. Food truck, live music and drinks on the grounds; costumes encouraged. Rain or shine; times vary by tour date.
- Source: https://congressionalcemetery.org/soul-strolls/
- Distance: about 60 min drive from the town center (30.9 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Fall events in DC](https://wknd.app/f/96g4j7/fall-events-in-dc)

### [DC Wine Fest Fall Edition](https://wknd.app/r/vufzv2/dc-wine-fest-fall-edition)

- When: 2026-10-16 all day (America/New_York), and 1 more date
- Scarcity: short_run
- Cadence: run
- Where: Dock 5 at Union Market, 1309 5th St NE, Washington, DC 20002 (38.90861, -76.997405)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: $61.00
- Category: food
- Topics: wine, tasting, union-market
- About: Multi-session wine tasting at Dock 5 at Union Market with wineries pouring samples; early admission available. 21 and over. Session times not listed on the organizer site.
- Source: https://www.dcwinefest.com/
- Distance: about 60 min drive from the town center (31.7 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Wine and beer events in the DMV](https://wknd.app/f/c89qhf/wine-and-beer-events-in-the-dmv)

### [Adult Corn Maze Nights](https://wknd.app/r/sjjrsw/adult-corn-maze-nights)

- When: 2026-10-16 all day (America/New_York), and 3 more dates
- Scarcity: few_dates
- Cadence: run
- Where: Great Country Farms, 18780 Foggy Bottom Rd, Bluemont, VA 20135 (39.09518, -77.82513)
- Ages: 21 to adult
- Category: festival
- Topics: corn-maze, adults-21-plus, live-music, bonfire, hard-cider, nighttime
- About: Adults-only (21+) corn maze nights at Great Country Farms with Henway Hard cider, a bonfire, and live music.
- Source: https://greatcountryfarms.com/festivals-events/
- Distance: about 65 min drive from the town center (30.1 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia local events](https://wknd.app/f/exxuqn/northern-virginia-local-events)

### [Washington Glass School: 25 Years of Glass & Community](https://wknd.app/r/9xcbj5/washington-glass-school-25-years-of-glass-community)

- When: 2026-10-16 all day (America/New_York), and 15 more dates
- Scarcity: daily
- Cadence: run
- Where: Brentwood Arts Exchange, 3901 Rhode Island Avenue, Brentwood, MD 20722 (38.9393089, -76.9545008)
- Ages: all ages
- Category: exhibit
- Topics: art, exhibition, glass, brentwood, gateway-arts-district, anniversary
- About: Anniversary exhibition celebrating 25 years of the Washington Glass School: founders, resident artists, instructors and alumni showing sculpture, installation, public art and architectural glass. On view at the Brentwood Arts Exchange in the Gateway Arts District through October 31.
- Source: http://washingtonglassschool.com/celebrating-25-years-of-glass-community
- Distance: about 65 min drive from the town center (34.7 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Art events in the DMV](https://wknd.app/f/nfn8xc/art-events-in-the-dmv)

### [Wayson R. Jones: Color/Slash/Field](https://wknd.app/r/mjgjd4/wayson-r-jones-color-slash-field)

- When: 2026-10-16 all day (America/New_York), and 15 more dates
- Scarcity: daily
- Cadence: run
- Where: Brentwood Arts Exchange, 3901 Rhode Island Avenue, Brentwood, MD 20722 (38.9393089, -76.9545008)
- Ages: all ages
- Category: exhibit
- Topics: art, exhibition, painting, brentwood, gateway-arts-district
- About: Solo exhibition by Wayson R. Jones of paintings built from pumice gel and Flashe on wood panel. Color-driven abstract work by the DC-area artist, on view at the Brentwood Arts Exchange in the Gateway Arts District through October 31.
- Source: https://hemphillartworks.com/artists/wayson-r-jones/news
- Distance: about 65 min drive from the town center (34.7 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Art events in the DMV](https://wknd.app/f/nfn8xc/art-events-in-the-dmv)

### [Women Artists of the DMV: The Thank You Show at BlackRock](https://wknd.app/r/8yvh8n/women-artists-of-the-dmv-the-thank-you-show-at-blackrock)

- When: 2026-10-16 all day (America/New_York), and 2 more dates
- Scarcity: short_run
- Cadence: run
- Where: BlackRock Center for the Arts, 12901 Town Commons Drive, Germantown, MD 20874 (39.1816392, -77.2671854)
- Ages: all ages
- Category: exhibit
- Topics: art, exhibition, women-artists, germantown
- About: Final stop of the first survey of women visual artists from the DC metro region, curated by Florencio Lennox Campello. A greatest-hits selection of more than 20 artists closes a year-long run that spanned 20 art spaces. On view at BlackRock Center for the Arts in Germantown through October 18.
- Source: https://www.blackrockcenter.org/visual-arts
- Distance: about 70 min drive from the town center (34.9 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Art events in the DMV](https://wknd.app/f/nfn8xc/art-events-in-the-dmv)

### [Markoff's Haunted Forest](https://wknd.app/r/ar2yc7/markoffs-haunted-forest)

- When: 2026-10-16 all day (America/New_York), and 14 more dates
- Scarcity: daily
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Markoff's Haunted Forest at Calleva Farm, 19120 Martinsburg Rd, Dickerson, MD 20842 (39.17094, -77.47374)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: $50.00
- Category: festival
- Topics: halloween, evening, outdoor
- About: A mile-long haunted trail plus a haunted town on Calleva Farm, with a bonfire midway and DJ. Try the low-scare Lights On Night on Oct 28; proceeds fund outdoor education.
- Source: https://www.markoffshauntedforest.com/
- Distance: about 90 min drive from the town center (31.1 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Fall events in DC](https://wknd.app/f/96g4j7/fall-events-in-dc)

## Saturday, October 17 (Tomorrow)

### [Harvest Party Weekend at Paradise Springs](https://wknd.app/r/g8cr48/harvest-party-weekend-at-paradise-springs)

- When: 2026-10-17 11:00-19:00 (America/New_York), and 1 more date
- Scarcity: short_run
- Cadence: run
- Where: 13219 Yates Ford Rd, Clifton, VA 20124 (38.76568, -77.40507)
- Ages: all ages
- Category: festival
- Topics: harvest, wine, fall
- About: Paradise Springs Winery celebrates harvest season October 16 to 18, 11am to 7pm daily, with special tastings, harvest tours, lawn games, and artisan food trucks. Kids are welcome on the lawn.
- Source: https://paradisespringswinery.com/virginia-events/
- Distance: about 30 min drive from the town center (7.6 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [Cox Farms Fall Festival](https://wknd.app/r/q8yw7q/cox-farms-fall-festival)

- When: 2026-10-17 10:00-18:00 (America/New_York), and 22 more dates
- Scarcity: daily
- Cadence: daily
- Where: 15621 Braddock Rd, Centreville, VA 20120 (38.87994, -77.4896)
- Ages: all ages
- Category: festival
- Topics: fall, hayride, corn-maze, farm, family, slides, pumpkin
- About: Northern Virginia's largest fall festival spans 90+ acres with hayrides, giant slides, the Cornundrum corn maze, farm animals, and live entertainment on select days through Nov 8.
- Source: https://coxfarmsva.com/fall-festival/
- Distance: about 30 min drive from the town center (11.1 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [Potomac Library Renaissance Faire](https://wknd.app/r/uq45he/potomac-library-renaissance-faire)

- When: 2026-10-17 10:00-16:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 2201 Opitz Boulevard, Woodbridge, VA 22191 (38.63271, -77.28064)
- Ages: 0 to 12
- Category: kids
- Topics: renaissance, faire, family
- About: All-day family Renaissance Faire at Potomac Library.
- Source: https://pwcgov.libnet.info/event/16789874
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (15.1 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [Potomac Music Fall Fest at Workhouse Arts Center](https://wknd.app/r/6zp9mj/potomac-music-fall-fest-at-workhouse-arts-center)

- When: 2026-10-17 11:00-18:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: Workhouse Arts Center, 9518 Workhouse Way, Lorton, VA 22079 (38.697639, -77.2554229)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: festival
- Topics: art, festival, music, crafts, family
- About: Family festival on the Workhouse campus with live music, food trucks, local small business and craft vendors, a pumpkin patch, hayrides, glassblowing demos, and field games. Free admission, raising funds for the Lorton Community Action Center.
- Source: https://www.potomacmusic.com/event/2026-potomac-music-fall-fest-at-workhouse-arts-center
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (15.2 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Art events in the DMV](https://wknd.app/f/nfn8xc/art-events-in-the-dmv)

### [Farm Harvest Days](https://wknd.app/r/wt3p2a/farm-harvest-days)

- When: 2026-10-17 11:00-21:00 (America/New_York), and 1 more date
- Scarcity: short_run
- Cadence: run
- Where: 2709 W Ox Rd, Herndon, VA 20171 (38.93778, -77.4085)
- Ages: all ages
- Category: festival
- Topics: harvest, farm, carnival, livestock, family
- About: Weekend fall harvest celebration at Frying Pan Farm Park with hands-on farm activities, demonstrations, livestock, rides, and a carnival.
- Source: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/frying-pan-park/events
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (16.3 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [Farm Harvest Fest and Carnival](https://wknd.app/r/mnk5gp/farm-harvest-fest-and-carnival)

- When: 2026-10-17 11:00-15:00 (America/New_York), and 1 more date
- Scarcity: short_run
- Cadence: run
- Where: 2709 West Ox Road, Herndon, VA 20171 (38.9378649, -77.4056735)
- Ages: all ages
- Category: festival
- Topics: harvest, farm, carnival
- About: Farm harvest festival and carnival at Frying Pan Farm Park.
- Source: https://washingtonparent.com/dc-kids-events/#!/details/farm-harvest-fest-and-carnival/20026693/2026-10-16T17
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (16.4 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Starlight Cards Fest](https://wknd.app/r/zqmn6f/starlight-cards-fest)

- When: 2026-10-17 09:00-16:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 24439 Evergreen Mills Rd, Ashburn, VA 20148 (38.96099, -77.5342)
- Ages: all ages
- Category: sale
- Topics: sports-cards, trading-cards, collectibles, vendors
- About: Card fest in Ashburn: 100+ vendors with sports cards, TCGs and collectibles to buy, sell and trade. Presented by Starlight Cards & Co. 9 AM to 4 PM.
- Source: https://tcgshowsnearme.com/events/starlight-cards-fest-ashburn-2026-10-17
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (16.5 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [DMV Collectible Shows](https://wknd.app/f/vd3qgy/dmv-collectible-shows)

### [Family Gym Time (Saturday) at Lorton Community Center](https://wknd.app/r/773j95/family-gym-time-saturday-at-lorton-community-center)

- When: 2026-10-17 09:00-11:00 (America/New_York), and 6 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Lorton Community Center, 9520 Richmond Highway, Lorton, VA (38.6981514, -77.2141602)
- Ages: 1 to 12
- Category: kids
- Topics: indoor
- About: Saturday morning open gym play for families with toddlers; registered center members only.
- Source: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/neighborhood-community-services/sites/neighborhood-community-services/files/Assets/documents/calendars/lorton-community-center-calendar.pdf
- Distance: about 40 min drive from the town center (17.5 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [RCC Community Coffee](https://wknd.app/r/h35yt8/rcc-community-coffee)

- When: 2026-10-17 all day (America/New_York), and 10 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: 2310 Colts Neck Rd, Reston, VA (38.93699, -77.36368)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: meetup
- Topics: coffee, community, free, family-friendly, neighbors
- About: Walk in for coffee, a breakfast bite, and fellowship Saturday mornings at RCC Hunters Woods; all are welcome.
- Source: https://restoncommunitycenter.com/organizer/reston-community-center/
- Distance: about 40 min drive from the town center (17.5 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [ChalkFest](https://wknd.app/r/94em46/chalkfest)

- When: 2026-10-17 10:00-17:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: Reston Town Center, Reston, VA (38.9585347, -77.3582342)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: art
- Topics: art, outdoor, fall, crafts, drop-in
- About: Street chalk art, live music, and family activities at Reston Town Center on October 17. Attending is free; the art contest needs registration.
- Source: https://www.restontowncenter.com/calendar-events/chalkfest
- Distance: about 40 min drive from the town center (18.9 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia local events](https://wknd.app/f/exxuqn/northern-virginia-local-events)

### [Saturday Dog Strut](https://wknd.app/r/nfk3yc/saturday-dog-strut)

- When: 2026-10-17 09:30 (America/New_York), and 1 more date
- Scarcity: few_dates
- Cadence: monthly
- Where: 11900 Market Street, Reston, VA 20190 (38.95894, -77.3573)
- Ages: all ages
- Category: meetup
- Topics: dogs, walk, community
- About: Community dog walk meetup at Reston Town Center.
- Source: https://www.restontowncenter.com/calendar-events
- Distance: about 40 min drive from the town center (19 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [Pop-Up Storytime](https://wknd.app/r/duqxxu/pop-up-storytime)

- When: 2026-10-17 11:00-11:30 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 11925 Bowman Towne Drive, Reston, VA 20190 (38.96165, -77.35865)
- Ages: 0 to 12
- Category: kids
- Topics: storytime, pop-up
- About: Pop-up storytime in the children's department.
- Source: https://librarycalendar.fairfaxcounty.gov/event/15326151
- Distance: about 40 min drive from the town center (19.1 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [Vienna Farmers Market](https://wknd.app/r/5wytk4/vienna-farmers-market)

- When: 2026-10-17 08:00-12:00 (America/New_York), and 2 more dates
- Scarcity: few_dates
- Cadence: run
- Where: 120 Cherry St SE, Vienna, VA 22180 (38.90082, -77.26033)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: market
- Topics: farmers-market, local-produce, live-music, family-friendly, community-fundraiser, outdoor
- About: Producer-only Saturday farmers market with weekly live musicians and free dog-sitting at the manager's tent; market fees fund Optimist Club kids' programs in Vienna and Oakton.
- Source: https://www.optimistclubofgreatervienna.org/farmers-market
- Distance: about 40 min drive from the town center (19.3 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [Vienna Coin & Stamp Show](https://wknd.app/r/y9n2ve/vienna-coin-stamp-show)

- When: 2026-10-17 10:00-17:00 (America/New_York), and 1 more date
- Scarcity: short_run
- Cadence: run
- Where: Vienna Community Center, 120 Cherry St SE, Vienna, VA 22180 (38.90082, -77.26033)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: sale
- Topics: coins, currency, stamps, tokens, numismatics, kids-program
- About: Free admission coin and stamp show at the Vienna Community Center, with coins and currency, stamps, tokens, and collectibles. Young numismatists program Saturday 11 AM to noon, door prizes, snack bar. Contact Lorne Lavertu, 703-559-1111.
- Source: https://www.CoinShows-USA.com/Vienna-Quarterly-Coin-Stamp-Show
- Distance: about 40 min drive from the town center (19.3 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [DMV Collectible Shows](https://wknd.app/f/vd3qgy/dmv-collectible-shows)

### [Saturday Storytime at Barnes & Noble Reston](https://wknd.app/r/rm5yrd/saturday-storytime-at-barnes-noble-reston)

- When: 2026-10-17 11:00 (America/New_York), and 10 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Barnes & Noble Reston, 11816 Spectrum Center, Suite K-27, Reston, VA 20190 (38.96596, -77.35551)
- Ages: 0 to 5
- Price: free
- Category: kids
- Topics: storytime, reading, family-friendly, free
- About: Weekly in-store storytime for little ones at 11 AM on Saturdays.
- Source: https://stores.barnesandnoble.com/store/3432
- Distance: about 40 min drive from the town center (19.4 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [Family Storytime (Tysons-Pimmit)](https://wknd.app/r/bz3tts/family-storytime-tysons-pimmit)

- When: 2026-10-17 10:30-11:00 (America/New_York), and 6 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: 7584 Leesburg Pike, Falls Church, VA 22043 (38.9069, -77.20643)
- Ages: 0 to 5
- Category: kids
- Topics: storytime, weekly, family
- About: Weekly Saturday family storytime for children birth to 5.
- Source: https://librarycalendar.fairfaxcounty.gov/event/17147587
- Distance: about 40 min drive from the town center (21.8 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [MindMoments: Brain Health for Kids](https://wknd.app/r/8cmje3/mindmoments-brain-health-for-kids)

- When: 2026-10-17 13:00-14:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 7584 Leesburg Pike, Falls Church, VA 22043 (38.9069, -77.20643)
- Ages: 5 to 12
- Category: class
- Topics: health, brain, wellness
- About: Kids brain-health and wellness workshop at Tysons-Pimmit Library.
- Source: https://librarycalendar.fairfaxcounty.gov/event/17490149
- Distance: about 40 min drive from the town center (21.8 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [The Palm's 100th Anniversary Wine Dinner - Tysons](https://wknd.app/r/rc2svz/the-palms-100th-anniversary-wine-dinner-tysons)

- When: 2026-10-17 18:00-21:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: The Palm - Tysons, 1750 Tysons Boulevard, Tysons, VA 22102 (38.923964, -77.222823)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: $192.60
- Category: food
- Topics: wine, wine-dinner, italian-wine, napa
- About: Five-course anniversary dinner at The Palm pairing Italian and Napa wines (Marchese Antinori, Stag's Leap) with signature dishes. $192.60 including tax and gratuity.
- Source: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-palms-100th-anniversary-wine-dinner-tysons-tickets-1997196766291
- Distance: about 40 min drive from the town center (21.9 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Wine and beer events in the DMV](https://wknd.app/f/c89qhf/wine-and-beer-events-in-the-dmv)

### [Shipgarten Oktoberfest Renaissance Festival](https://wknd.app/r/5ebjgw/shipgarten-oktoberfest-renaissance-festival)

- When: 2026-10-17 13:00-18:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: Shipgarten, 7581 Colshire Dr, McLean, VA 22102 (38.9227231, -77.2075752)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: festival
- Topics: beer, oktoberfest, renaissance
- About: Oktoberfest with a Renaissance theme at Shipgarten's beer garden: German beers, food, live entertainment, and themed activities. Free entry.
- Source: https://shipgarten.com/event/oktoberfest-renaissance-festival-at-shipgarten/
- Distance: about 40 min drive from the town center (22.4 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Wine and beer events in the DMV](https://wknd.app/f/c89qhf/wine-and-beer-events-in-the-dmv)

### [The Sommelier's Table: Northern Italy](https://wknd.app/r/29x9q2/the-sommeliers-table-northern-italy)

- When: 2026-10-17 14:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: Barrel Oak Winery & Brewery, 3623 Grove Lane, Delaplane, VA 20144 (38.8853769, -77.8960598)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: $110.00
- Category: food
- Topics: wine, tasting, italian-wine, guided-tasting
- About: Intimate guided tasting at Barrel Oak Winery exploring the distinctive wines of Northern Italy. Led by the estate sommelier and a representative from wine importer Massanois, featuring small-production wines rarely found on retail shelves, with first access to purchase the featured bottles.
- Source: https://www.exploretock.com/barreloak/event/614667
- Distance: about 40 min drive from the town center (22.4 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Wine and beer events in the DMV](https://wknd.app/f/c89qhf/wine-and-beer-events-in-the-dmv)

### [Falls Church Farmers Market](https://wknd.app/r/ygc4qd/falls-church-farmers-market)

- When: 2026-10-17 08:00-12:00, 09:00-12:00 (America/New_York), and 10 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: City Hall parking lot, 300 Park Avenue, Falls Church, VA (38.88565, -77.17259)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: market
- Topics: farmers-market, local-produce, falls-church, chef-series, family-friendly
- About: Award-winning year-round Saturday farmers market in the City Hall parking lot in Falls Church, with 50+ vendors plus a monthly Chef Series; no ZIP listed on the event page.
- Source: https://www.fallschurchva.gov/547/Farmers-Market
- Distance: about 40 min drive from the town center (22.6 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [Urgent: Foreigner Tribute at State Theatre](https://wknd.app/r/j2jftw/urgent-foreigner-tribute-at-state-theatre)

- When: 2026-10-17 20:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: State Theatre, 220 N Washington St, Falls Church, VA 22046 (38.8829153, -77.1696986)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: $17.00
- Category: concert
- Topics: live-music, rock, tribute
- About: Urgent recreates the arena-rock anthems of Foreigner, from Cold as Ice to I Want to Know What Love Is, at the State Theatre. Tickets from about $17. 8 PM.
- Source: http://thestatetheatre.com/events/e2471.xml
- Distance: about 40 min drive from the town center (22.6 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Live music in the DMV](https://wknd.app/f/napgfx/live-music-in-the-dmv)

45 min or farther:

### [Mason District Art Festival, Annandale](https://wknd.app/r/g5whje/mason-district-art-festival-annandale)

- When: 2026-10-17 10:00-15:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 7200 Columbia Pike, Annandale, VA 22003 (38.8321893, -77.193038)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: festival
- Topics: art, festival, family, performance
- About: Second annual community art festival in downtown Annandale with more than 50 local and regional artists, hands-on artmaking booths, and a performance stage with music, dance, comedy, and theater. Free, rain or shine.
- Source: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mason-district-art-festival-tickets-2002679196387
- Distance: about 45 min drive from the town center (19.9 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Art events in the DMV](https://wknd.app/f/nfn8xc/art-events-in-the-dmv)

### [Reston Farmers Market](https://wknd.app/r/jghq38/reston-farmers-market)

- When: 2026-10-17 08:00-12:00 (America/New_York), and 5 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: 1609 Washington Plaza N, Reston, VA 20190 (38.96908, -77.3409)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: market
- Topics: farmers-market, local-food, produce, outdoor, family
- About: Weekly Saturday farmers market at Lake Anne Village Center with local produce, vendors, and occasional live music.
- Source: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/farmersmarkets/reston
- Distance: about 45 min drive from the town center (20 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [Loudoun Fall Farm Tour](https://wknd.app/r/v6ahjv/loudoun-fall-farm-tour)

- When: 2026-10-17 10:00-16:00 (America/New_York), and 1 more date
- Scarcity: short_run
- Cadence: run
- Where: Loudoun County farms, Loudoun County, VA (39.0337573, -77.5172218)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: festival
- Topics: farm, outdoor, fall, animals, drop-in
- About: Self-guided visits to Loudoun County farms on October 17–18, about 10am–4pm. Free with no tickets; some stops charge for food or activities.
- Source: https://loudounfarms.org/farmtour/
- Distance: about 45 min drive from the town center (21.5 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia local events](https://wknd.app/f/exxuqn/northern-virginia-local-events)

### [The Addams Family (McLean Community Players)](https://wknd.app/r/tahe42/the-addams-family-mclean-community-players)

- When: 2026-10-17 14:00-22:15 (America/New_York), and 1 more date
- Scarcity: short_run
- Cadence: run
- Where: 1234 Ingleside Avenue, McLean, VA (38.94053, -77.18373)
- Ages: 8 to 99
- Price: $18.00
- Category: theater
- Topics: musical, comedy, family-theater, halloween-season
- About: A laugh-out-loud musical comedy about Wednesday Addams falling for a perfectly normal young man.
- Source: https://www.broadwayworld.com/washington-dc/regional/The-Addams-Family--4401814
- Distance: about 45 min drive from the town center (24.2 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Pumpkin Village Fall Fest at Leesburg Animal Park](https://wknd.app/r/qra4r6/pumpkin-village-fall-fest-at-leesburg-animal-park)

- When: 2026-10-17 09:30-18:00 (America/New_York), and 22 more dates
- Scarcity: daily
- Cadence: daily
- Where: Leesburg Animal Park, 19246 James Monroe Hwy, Leesburg, VA 20175 (39.08442, -77.59229)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: $15.95
- Category: festival
- Topics: fall-festival, pumpkins, animals, petting-zoo, family-friendly, moon-bounces
- About: Fall festival with wagon rides, giant hill slides, moon bounces, pedal carts, corn bin, animal encounters and weekend live entertainment; online tickets required on weekends.
- Source: https://leesburganimalpark.com/events/list/
- Distance: about 45 min drive from the town center (25.2 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [Vast, Vibrant and Valuable in Vienna, Vienna VA](https://wknd.app/r/hbefe5/vast-vibrant-and-valuable-in-vienna-vienna-va)

- When: 2026-10-17 10:00-15:00 (America/New_York), and 1 more date
- Scarcity: short_run
- Cadence: run
- Where: 2210 Loch Lomond Dr, Vienna, VA 22181 (38.90727, -77.28417)
- Ages: all ages
- Category: sale
- Topics: estate-sale
- About: Four-day estate sale at 2210 Loch Lomond Drive in Vienna, running Friday October 16 through Sunday October 18 this weekend, 10am to 3pm each day, with clothing, collectibles and household goods.
- Source: https://www.estatesales.net/VA/Vienna/22181/5115612
- Distance: about 19 mi away (18.6 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia garage sales and estate sales](https://wknd.app/f/jwngc9/northern-virginia-garage-sales-and-estate-sales)

### [Great Falls Farmers Market](https://wknd.app/r/a82bqj/great-falls-farmers-market)

- When: 2026-10-17 10:00-13:30 (America/New_York), and 10 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: 756 Walker Rd, Great Falls, VA 22066 (38.99732, -77.28962)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: market
- Topics: farmers-market, local-produce, year-round, family-friendly, outdoor
- About: Year-round Saturday farmers market with local produce, meats, baked goods, and plants in the heart of Great Falls village.
- Source: http://www.greatfallsfarmersmarket.org/
- Distance: about 50 min drive from the town center (23.1 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [250 Festival](https://wknd.app/r/8qu5w6/250-festival)

- When: 2026-10-17 all day (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 9982 Georgetown Pike, Great Falls, VA 22066 (38.99855, -77.29206)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: festival
- Topics: anniversary, live-music, family-friendly, community
- About: Special 250 Celebration in Great Falls village with Hello Cleveland and Radio Vinyl on the big stage behind the Post Office.
- Source: https://celebrategreatfalls.org/events
- Distance: about 50 min drive from the town center (23.1 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [Great Falls Studios Annual Studio Tour](https://wknd.app/r/49puhu/great-falls-studios-annual-studio-tour)

- When: 2026-10-17 10:00-17:00 (America/New_York), and 1 more date
- Scarcity: short_run
- Cadence: run
- Where: Great Falls, VA 22066 (38.9981653, -77.2883157)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: art
- Topics: art, open-studios, studio-tour
- About: Annual self-guided driving tour of private artist studios across Great Falls. Visit painters, potters, photographers, jewelers, and sculptors in their own workspaces, from converted barns to home studios. Free and open to the public.
- Source: https://www.greatfallsstudios.com/events
- Distance: about 50 min drive from the town center (23.2 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Art events in the DMV](https://wknd.app/f/nfn8xc/art-events-in-the-dmv)

### [The 9th Street Quartet Performs Ady's American Adventure](https://wknd.app/r/jn7sqz/the-9th-street-quartet-performs-adys-american-adventure)

- When: 2026-10-17 11:00-12:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 9830 Georgetown Pike, Great Falls, VA 22066 (38.99833, -77.28699)
- Ages: all ages
- Category: concert
- Topics: music, quartet, family, performance
- About: Family-friendly string quartet performance at Great Falls Library.
- Source: https://librarycalendar.fairfaxcounty.gov/event/16838252
- Distance: about 50 min drive from the town center (23.3 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [Study Session + Essentials](https://wknd.app/r/jrse9x/study-session-essentials)

- When: 2026-10-17 15:30-17:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 9830 Georgetown Pike, Great Falls, VA 22066 (38.99833, -77.28699)
- Ages: 13 to 18
- Category: kids
- Topics: study, teens
- About: Quiet teen study session with free supplies and snacks.
- Source: https://librarycalendar.fairfaxcounty.gov/event/15738018
- Distance: about 50 min drive from the town center (23.3 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [Hansel & Gretel - Encore Stage & Studio](https://wknd.app/r/a3fm7k/hansel-gretel-encore-stage-studio)

- When: 2026-10-17 15:00 (America/New_York), and 3 more dates
- Scarcity: few_dates
- Cadence: run
- Where: 125 S Old Glebe Rd, Arlington, VA 22204 (38.86971, -77.09677)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: $13.00
- Category: theater
- Topics: family-theater, kids-performers, musical, fall, live
- About: Encore Stage & Studio opens its 2026/27 season with Hansel & Gretel, a magical family adventure performed by young actors at Thomas Jefferson Community Theatre.
- Source: https://www.encorestage.org/full-2025/full-2026/2027-season
- Distance: about 50 min drive from the town center (25.7 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [Tiny Tots (The Puppet Co.)](https://wknd.app/r/aq3j5c/tiny-tots-the-puppet-co)

- When: 2026-10-17 10:00-11:00 (America/New_York), and 13 more dates
- Scarcity: daily
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: 7300 MacArthur Boulevard, Glen Echo, MD (38.96693, -77.13927)
- Ages: 0 to 4
- Price: $10.00
- Category: kids
- Topics: puppet-show, toddlers, theater, lights-on
- About: Sweet puppet shows designed for the youngest theater patrons, with the lights on and doors open.
- Source: https://www.kidfriendlydc.com/tag/fun-things-to-do-with-kids-in-washington-dc/
- Distance: about 50 min drive from the town center (27.2 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Jennie the Cat: A Halloween Adventure](https://wknd.app/r/3ec2qa/jennie-the-cat-a-halloween-adventure)

- When: 2026-10-17 11:30-13:45 (America/New_York), and 3 more dates
- Scarcity: few_dates
- Cadence: run
- Where: 7300 MacArthur Boulevard, Glen Echo, MD 20812 (38.96693, -77.13927)
- Ages: 4 to 12
- Category: kids
- Topics: puppets, halloween, theater, family
- About: The Puppet Co. presents Jennie the Cat: A Halloween Adventure, a Helen Hayes-nominated puppet show with cuddly puppets, audience interaction, and original music.
- Source: http://thepuppetco.org
- Distance: about 50 min drive from the town center (27.2 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Halloween-Themed Cupcakes at Georgetown Cupcake](https://wknd.app/r/kz2da2/halloween-themed-cupcakes-at-georgetown-cupcake)

- When: 2026-10-17 10:00-21:00 (America/New_York), and 6 more dates
- Scarcity: daily
- Cadence: run
- Where: 3301 M St NW, Washington, DC (38.90525, -77.06619)
- Ages: all ages
- Category: food
- Topics: cupcakes, halloween, treats, spooky-season
- About: Georgetown Cupcake is serving Halloween-themed cupcakes daily through October 31 for spooky season.
- Source: https://www.georgetowndc.com/events/calendar/
- Distance: about 50 min drive from the town center (28.3 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Moonshot Studio](https://wknd.app/r/92p9yt/moonshot-studio)

- When: 2026-10-17 11:00-16:30 (America/New_York), and 1 more date
- Scarcity: short_run
- Cadence: run
- Where: 2700 F Street NW, Washington, DC 20566 (38.89592, -77.05572)
- Ages: 5 to 120
- Price: free
- Category: kids
- Topics: art-making, drop-in, family, free
- About: Weekend hands-on art-making at the REACH celebrating creativity and the artist in everyone.
- Source: https://www.kennedy-center.org/whats-on/free/
- Distance: about 50 min drive from the town center (28.5 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Olive Harvest Festival](https://wknd.app/r/wd957f/olive-harvest-festival)

- When: 2026-10-17 12:00-17:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: Jerusalem Fund (38.89873, -77.05259)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: meetup
- Topics: palestinian-culture, festival, music, food
- About: Day of Palestinian music, exhibits, performances, and children's activities at The Jerusalem Fund, 2425 Virginia Avenue NW: a choir singing traditional Palestinian folk songs, children's storytime, a souq market, a dabke performance, poetry, an exhibit on the festival the Fund has hosted since 1977, and traditional olive harvest activities. Free.
- Source: https://allevents.in/washington/olive-harvest-festival/100002002176198908
- Distance: about 50 min drive from the town center (28.7 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [DMV cultural events](https://wknd.app/f/bngusz/dmv-cultural-events)

### [High End and Mid Range Furniture Liquidation Sale, Fairfax VA](https://wknd.app/r/38xpge/high-end-and-mid-range-furniture-liquidation-sale-fairfax-va)

- When: 2026-10-17 10:00-17:00 (America/New_York), and 1 more date
- Scarcity: short_run
- Cadence: run
- Where: 8300 Merrifield Ave Suite 2, Fairfax, VA 22031 (38.87808, -77.23115)
- Ages: all ages
- Category: sale
- Topics: estate-sale
- About: Furniture liquidation sale at 8300 Merrifield Avenue Suite 2 in Fairfax, Friday October 16 through Sunday October 18, 10am to 5pm, with designer and mid-range furniture, decor and lighting.
- Source: https://www.estatesales.net/VA/Fairfax/22031/5121723
- Distance: about 20 mi away (19.6 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia garage sales and estate sales](https://wknd.app/f/jwngc9/northern-virginia-garage-sales-and-estate-sales)

### [Vienna Gold Coins, Vienna VA](https://wknd.app/r/yph6be/vienna-gold-coins-vienna-va)

- When: 2026-10-17 11:30-16:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 386 Maple Ave E, Vienna, VA 22180 (38.90697, -77.25886)
- Ages: all ages
- Category: sale
- Topics: estate-sale
- About: Estate sale at 386 Maple Avenue East in Vienna on Friday October 16 and Saturday October 17, 11:30am to 4pm, with gold coins, antiques, jewelry and collectibles at an offsite warehouse.
- Source: https://www.estatesales.net/VA/Vienna/22180/5121642
- Distance: about 20 mi away (19.6 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia garage sales and estate sales](https://wknd.app/f/jwngc9/northern-virginia-garage-sales-and-estate-sales)

### [Spotlight Talks at the Phillips Collection](https://wknd.app/r/we9mxb/spotlight-talks-at-the-phillips-collection)

- When: 2026-10-17 13:00-13:45 (America/New_York), and 41 more dates
- Scarcity: daily
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: 1600 21st St NW, Washington, DC (38.9115, -77.04689)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: art
- Topics: gallery-talk, art
- About: Free 15-minute Spotlight Talks by a Phillips educator on a work from the permanent collection or a special exhibition; no reservations required.
- Source: https://www.phillipscollection.org/events
- Distance: about 55 min drive from the town center (29.4 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [The Residents: Eskimo Live at 9:30 Club](https://wknd.app/r/3xbwtt/the-residents-eskimo-live-at-9-30-club)

- When: 2026-10-17 22:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 815 V St. NW, Washington, DC 20001 (38.8950982, -77.0363849)
- Ages: all ages
- Category: concert
- Topics: live-music, rock, experimental
- About: Avant-garde art rock collective The Residents perform their Eskimo Live show, a staging of their 1979 concept album, as a late-night 9:30 Club set. Expect costumes, surreal visuals, and the group's trademark anonymous theatricality. Doors 10 PM.
- Source: https://www.930.com/e/the-residents-eskimo-live
- Distance: about 55 min drive from the town center (29.4 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Live music in the DMV](https://wknd.app/f/napgfx/live-music-in-the-dmv)

### [NMAAHC Kids Book Day](https://wknd.app/r/tph8qy/nmaahc-kids-book-day)

- When: 2026-10-17 11:00-14:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 1400 Constitution Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20560 (38.8911, -77.03274)
- Ages: 4 to 8
- Price: free
- Category: kids
- Topics: books, storytime, museum, reading, free
- About: Free NMAAHC Kids Book Day celebrating the children's book 123 I Like You and Me with activities, games, and hands-on explorations for ages 4 to 8.
- Source: https://nmaahc.si.edu
- Distance: about 55 min drive from the town center (29.5 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Music in the Circle: Fall 2026 Concert Series](https://wknd.app/r/t55bty/music-in-the-circle-fall-2026-concert-series)

- When: 2026-10-17 12:00-15:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: Dupont Circle, Washington, DC (38.9112, -77.04435)
- Ages: all ages
- Category: concert
- Topics: outdoor, live-music
- About: Outdoor fall concert series in Dupont Circle park.
- Source: https://dupontcirclebid.org/do/music-in-the-circle-fall-2026-concert-series
- Distance: about 55 min drive from the town center (29.5 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Shatterproof Walk DC](https://wknd.app/r/ug9uyj/shatterproof-walk-dc)

- When: 2026-10-17 08:00-13:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 760 Maine Ave SW, Washington, DC 20024 (38.87923, -77.02392)
- Ages: all ages
- Category: civic
- Topics: charity, walk, waterfront, community, addiction-awareness
- About: Join the Shatterproof Walk to End Addiction at The Wharf to raise awareness and support for people and families impacted by addiction.
- Source: https://www.wharfdc.com/upcoming-events/
- Distance: about 55 min drive from the town center (29.6 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Gunboat Philadelphia: Save the Revolution! VR Experience](https://wknd.app/r/wayhpf/gunboat-philadelphia-save-the-revolution-vr-experience)

- When: 2026-10-17 10:00-17:00 (America/New_York), and 75 more dates
- Scarcity: daily
- Cadence: daily
- Where: 1300 Constitution Ave NW, Washington, DC (38.89196, -77.03009)
- Ages: 0 to 12
- Price: $10.00
- Category: kids
- Topics: virtual-reality, revolutionary-war, history
- About: Virtual reality experience stepping back to 1776 to discover how Patriots worked together to thwart a British invasion.
- Source: https://www.trumba.com/events-calendar/dc/washington/smithsonian-events/washington-dc-events/films/visiting/children/kids/lectures/imax/performances/museum-tours/smithsonian-events
- Distance: about 55 min drive from the town center (29.6 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Meet the Wheelwoman](https://wknd.app/r/bjvc66/meet-the-wheelwoman)

- When: 2026-10-17 12:30-15:00 (America/New_York), and 75 more dates
- Scarcity: daily
- Cadence: daily
- Where: 1300 Constitution Ave NW, Washington, DC (38.89196, -77.03009)
- Ages: 0 to 12
- Price: free
- Category: kids
- Topics: living-history, bicycles, womens-history
- About: Free costumed demonstration meeting an 1890s cyclist to learn how the safety bicycle brought women greater mobility and independence.
- Source: https://www.trumba.com/events-calendar/dc/washington/smithsonian-events/washington-dc-events/films/visiting/children/kids/lectures/imax/performances/museum-tours/smithsonian-events
- Distance: about 55 min drive from the town center (29.6 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Global Conversations: Korean Culture and the Power of Cultural Diplomacy](https://wknd.app/r/ghukc6/global-conversations-korean-culture-and-the-power-of)

- When: 2026-10-17 14:00-15:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: Meyer Auditorium (38.88796, -77.02645)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: reading
- Topics: korean-culture, cultural-diplomacy, conversation
- About: Fireside conversation on Korean culture and cultural diplomacy with former US Ambassador to China Nicholas Burns and Ambassador of Korea to the US Kang Kyung-wha, moderated by NMAA director Chase Robinson. In person in the Meyer Auditorium and online. Free with registration.
- Source: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/global-conversations-korean-culture-and-the-power-of-cultural-diplomacy-tickets-2000657006964?aff=oddtdtcreator
- Distance: about 55 min drive from the town center (29.7 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [DMV cultural events](https://wknd.app/f/bngusz/dmv-cultural-events)

### [Chicka Chicka Boom Boom: The Musical](https://wknd.app/r/xwywkr/chicka-chicka-boom-boom-the-musical)

- When: 2026-10-17 10:00-14:00 (America/New_York), and 1 more date
- Scarcity: short_run
- Cadence: run
- Where: 4908 Auburn Avenue, Bethesda, MD 20814 (38.98981, -77.09966)
- Ages: 3 to 9
- Price: $16.00
- Category: kids
- Topics: musical, theater, books, puppets, alphabet
- About: Chicka Chicka Boom Boom: The Musical is a joy-filled celebration of letters, words, and imagination with puppets, lively dancing, and audience interaction.
- Source: https://imaginationstage.org
- Distance: about 55 min drive from the town center (29.9 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Carlotta Corpron: Light Is a Plastic Medium](https://wknd.app/r/z7ju7h/carlotta-corpron-light-is-a-plastic-medium)

- When: 2026-10-17 10:00-17:30 (America/New_York), and 105 more dates
- Scarcity: daily
- Cadence: daily
- Where: Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden, Independence Ave SW and 7th St SW, Washington, DC 20560 (38.8882, -77.023)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: exhibit
- Topics: art, photography, abstract, modernism, national-mall
- About: A long-overdue survey of American abstract photographer Carlotta Corpron (1901-1988), whose experiments with light, form, and photographic technology helped establish photography as fine art. The show traces six bodies of work made in Texas from the late 1930s to the early 1950s, from nature studies to light drawings, anchored by 48 recent gifts from collector Herbert Lust.
- Source: https://www.si.edu/exhibitions/carlotta-corpron-light-plastic-medium:event-exhib-6798
- Distance: about 55 min drive from the town center (29.9 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Art events in the DMV](https://wknd.app/f/nfn8xc/art-events-in-the-dmv)

### [Day at the J](https://wknd.app/r/gm5uy3/day-at-the-j)

- When: 2026-10-17 15:00-18:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: Edlavitch DCJCC, 1529 Sixteenth Street NW, Washington, DC 20036 (38.91089, -77.03595)
- Ages: 0 to 12
- Category: kids
- Topics: family-day, open-house, family-program
- About: Open family afternoon at the J with activities for all ages.
- Source: https://www.edcjcc.org/calendar/day-at-the-j-oct1826/
- Distance: about 55 min drive from the town center (29.9 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Open Studio: Art Is Better Together at the Hirshhorn](https://wknd.app/r/a269rc/open-studio-art-is-better-together-at-the-hirshhorn)

- When: 2026-10-17 10:00-14:00 (America/New_York), and 2 more dates
- Scarcity: few_dates
- Cadence: run
- Where: 700 Independence Ave SW, Washington, DC (38.88744, -77.02208)
- Ages: 0 to 12
- Price: free
- Category: kids
- Topics: art-making, music, family-program
- About: Free October Saturday art-making sessions inspired by artists such as Aliza Nisenbaum, Picasso, and Joan Mitchell, with live music from Inspired Child.
- Source: https://www.trumba.com/events-calendar/dc/washington/smithsonian-events/washington-dc-events/films/visiting/children/kids/lectures/imax/performances/museum-tours/smithsonian-events
- Distance: about 55 min drive from the town center (30 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [The Sky Tonight: Live Planetarium Show](https://wknd.app/r/ezdhny/the-sky-tonight-live-planetarium-show)

- When: 2026-10-17 10:00-10:30, 10:30-11:00 (America/New_York), and 4 more dates
- Scarcity: few_dates
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum, 650 Jefferson Drive SW, Washington, DC 20560 (38.88834, -77.02021)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: class
- Topics: planetarium, astronomy, night-sky, family-friendly, free
- About: Free 25-minute live guided planetarium tour of the current night sky, generally on the first and third Saturdays of each month; timed-entry passes required.
- Source: https://airandspace.si.edu/whats-on/events
- Distance: about 55 min drive from the town center (30 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [Science Playtime for Kids Ages 2-5](https://wknd.app/r/spess5/science-playtime-for-kids-ages-2-5)

- When: 2026-10-17 11:00-13:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 1759 Columbia Rd NW, Washington, DC (38.92388, -77.04157)
- Ages: 2 to 5
- Category: kids
- Topics: science, playtime, hands-on, toddlers
- About: Hands-on science playtime at Because Science designed for children ages 2 to 5.
- Source: https://admodc.org/events/
- Distance: about 55 min drive from the town center (30 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [A River is Alive: Paintings by Pat Silbert](https://wknd.app/r/t7tg3r/a-river-is-alive-paintings-by-pat-silbert)

- When: 2026-10-17 13:00-18:00 (America/New_York), and 4 more dates
- Scarcity: daily
- Cadence: run
- Where: Waverly Street Gallery, 4600 East West Highway, #102, Bethesda, MD 20814 (38.9844345, -77.0927047)
- Ages: all ages
- Category: exhibit
- Topics: art, gallery, exhibition, painting, bethesda, potomac-river
- About: Solo paintings by Pat Silbert celebrating the Potomac River and the sacred value of the natural world. The work responds to Robert Macfarlane's book Is a River Alive with an emphatic yes. At the member-run Waverly Street Gallery in downtown Bethesda; reception Friday, October 2. Gallery open Thursday through Sunday, 1 to 6 pm.
- Source: https://www.waverlystreetgallery.com/exhibitions
- Distance: about 55 min drive from the town center (30 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Art events in the DMV](https://wknd.app/f/nfn8xc/art-events-in-the-dmv)

### [Teen Studio: Partner Up!](https://wknd.app/r/psr7m2/teen-studio-partner-up)

- When: 2026-10-17 14:30-16:30 (America/New_York), and 10 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: 700 Independence Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20560 (38.88744, -77.02208)
- Ages: 13 to 19
- Price: free
- Category: kids
- Topics: teens, art-making, portraiture, free
- About: Free drop-in art-making for teens ages 13-19 painting portraits in pairs inspired by Aliza Nisenbaum.
- Source: https://www.trumba.com/events-calendar/dc/washington/smithsonian-events/washington-dc-events/films/visiting/children/kids/lectures/imax/performances/museum-tours/smithsonian-events
- Distance: about 55 min drive from the town center (30 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Art Walk](https://wknd.app/r/r7zb3t/art-walk)

- When: 2026-10-17 11:00-11:30 (America/New_York), and 10 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: 800 G Street NW, Washington, DC 20001 (38.89832, -77.0231)
- Ages: 0 to 120
- Price: free
- Category: kids
- Topics: sketching, art-tour, family, free
- About: Themed Saturday sketching tour of portraits with educator-led artmaking in the Education Center afterward.
- Source: https://www.trumba.com/events-calendar/dc/washington/smithsonian-events/washington-dc-events/films/visiting/children/kids/lectures/imax/performances/museum-tours/smithsonian-events
- Distance: about 55 min drive from the town center (30.1 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Story Time at the National Museum of the American Indian](https://wknd.app/r/ev3ucy/story-time-at-the-national-museum-of-the-american-indian)

- When: 2026-10-17 11:15-12:15 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 4th St & Independence Ave SW, Washington, DC (38.88757, -77.01754)
- Ages: 3 to 9
- Price: free
- Category: kids
- Topics: story-time, native-culture, craft
- About: Free interactive story time with a children's book by a Native author or illustrator, plus hands-on objects and a craft for ages 3-9.
- Source: https://www.trumba.com/events-calendar/dc/washington/smithsonian-events/washington-dc-events/films/visiting/children/kids/lectures/imax/performances/museum-tours/smithsonian-events
- Distance: about 55 min drive from the town center (30.1 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Art Studio](https://wknd.app/r/2bphdt/art-studio)

- When: 2026-10-17 11:30-13:30, 13:00-16:00 (America/New_York), and 21 more dates
- Scarcity: daily
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: 800 G Street NW, Washington, DC 20001 (38.89832, -77.0231)
- Ages: 0 to 120
- Price: free
- Category: kids
- Topics: art-making, drop-in, family, free
- About: Free weekend drop-in art program exploring a different artistic medium inspired by the Portrait Gallery's collections.
- Source: https://www.trumba.com/events-calendar/dc/washington/smithsonian-events/washington-dc-events/films/visiting/children/kids/lectures/imax/performances/museum-tours/smithsonian-events
- Distance: about 55 min drive from the town center (30.1 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Look, Learn, Create: Water's Edge for Families](https://wknd.app/r/swjys4/look-learn-create-waters-edge-for-families)

- When: 2026-10-17 13:15-14:15 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 4th St & Independence Ave SW, Washington, DC (38.88757, -77.01754)
- Ages: 4 to 10
- Price: free
- Category: kids
- Topics: art-tour, art-making, native-culture
- About: Free family-friendly tour of the Water's Edge exhibition with guided discussion and a take-home water-inspired art activity for ages 4-10.
- Source: https://www.trumba.com/events-calendar/dc/washington/smithsonian-events/washington-dc-events/films/visiting/children/kids/lectures/imax/performances/museum-tours/smithsonian-events
- Distance: about 55 min drive from the town center (30.1 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Sculpture Garden Tours](https://wknd.app/r/7pdayt/sculpture-garden-tours)

- When: 2026-10-17 14:00-15:00 (America/New_York), and 3 more dates
- Scarcity: few_dates
- Cadence: run
- Where: Sculpture Garden, 7th Street and Constitution Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20565 (38.89232, -77.02192)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: art
- Topics: sculpture, guided-tours
- About: Guided tours of the National Gallery Sculpture Garden.
- Source: https://www.nga.gov/calendar/sculpture-garden-tours
- Distance: about 55 min drive from the town center (30.1 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Explore! with the National Portrait Gallery](https://wknd.app/r/hpuwsu/explore-with-the-national-portrait-gallery)

- When: 2026-10-17 11:30-18:00 (America/New_York), and 75 more dates
- Scarcity: daily
- Cadence: daily
- Where: 8th Street NW & G Street NW, Washington, DC (38.89846, -77.02293)
- Ages: 1 to 8
- Price: free
- Category: kids
- Topics: hands-on, play, portraiture, museum, free
- About: Hands-on family discovery space for ages 18 months to 8 with portrait-themed play activities like tracing silhouettes and building faces; all children must be accompanied by an adult.
- Source: https://npg.si.edu/learn/families
- Distance: about 55 min drive from the town center (30.2 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Watson Adventures' Wizard School Scavenger Hunt](https://wknd.app/r/qj7sde/watson-adventures-wizard-school-scavenger-hunt)

- When: 2026-10-17 14:00-16:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: National Gallery of Art, 6th Street and Constitution Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20565 (38.89124, -77.01663)
- Ages: 0 to 12
- Category: kids
- Topics: scavenger-hunt, wizard, art
- About: Wizard-school themed scavenger hunt at the National Gallery of Art.
- Source: https://washingtonparent.com/dc-kids-events/#!/details/watson-adventures-wizard-school-scavenger-hunt/20086451/2026-10-17T14
- Distance: about 55 min drive from the town center (30.3 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [FRESHFARM Mount Vernon Triangle Farmers Market](https://wknd.app/r/ufz6j7/freshfarm-mount-vernon-triangle-farmers-market)

- When: 2026-10-17 09:00-13:00 (America/New_York), and 10 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: 499 I St NW, Washington, DC 20001 (38.90145, -77.01876)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: market
- Topics: farmers-market, local-produce, family-friendly, snap-ebt
- About: Saturday morning neighborhood market next to Milian Park with produce, orchard fruit, grass-fed meats, baked goods, coffee, and prepared foods.
- Source: https://www.freshfarm.org/markets/mount-vernon-triangle
- Distance: about 55 min drive from the town center (30.4 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [The Big Build: Build-a-Reader with the Book Bike](https://wknd.app/r/37744u/the-big-build-build-a-reader-with-the-book-bike)

- When: 2026-10-17 10:00-17:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 401 F Street NW, Washington, DC 20001 (38.8977549, -77.0175512)
- Ages: 0 to 12
- Price: free
- Category: kids
- Topics: building, stem, big-build
- About: Library outreach at the National Building Museum's Big Build festival.
- Source: https://dclibrary.libnet.info/events?a=Birth+-+5&r=thismonth
- Distance: about 55 min drive from the town center (30.4 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [The Big Build](https://wknd.app/r/e7wezy/the-big-build)

- When: 2026-10-17 10:00-14:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 401 F Street NW, Washington, DC 20001 (38.8977549, -77.0175512)
- Ages: 0 to 12
- Category: kids
- Topics: building, stem, architecture
- About: Featured building festival at the National Building Museum.
- Source: https://washingtonparent.com/dc-kids-events/#!/details/the-big-build/20075193/2026-10-17T10
- Distance: about 55 min drive from the town center (30.4 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Family Day: BFF, Ben Franklin Forever](https://wknd.app/r/vsfmer/family-day-bff-ben-franklin-forever)

- When: 2026-10-17 10:30-15:30 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 101 Independence Avenue SE, Washington, DC 20540 (38.88681, -77.00473)
- Ages: 0 to 12
- Price: free
- Category: kids
- Topics: library, history, ben-franklin, america-250, crafts, free
- About: Free Library of Congress Family Day honoring Ben Franklin as part of the America 250 commemoration, with hands-on activities and a visit from Franklin himself.
- Source: https://www.loc.gov
- Distance: about 55 min drive from the town center (30.8 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Mount Vernon Vintage, Antique & Artisan Market – October 17](https://wknd.app/r/r942za/mount-vernon-vintage-antique-artisan-market-october-17)

- When: 2026-10-17 08:00-14:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: Mt. Vernon Masonic Lodge #219, 8717 Fort Hunt Rd, Alexandria, VA 22308 (38.72079, -77.06059)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: market
- Topics: vintage-markets, antiques, artisan-market, collectibles, alexandria
- About: Third-Saturday community market hosted by Mt. Vernon Lodge #219, inside and outside the lodge. Up to 45 vendors: antiques, vintage, collectibles, coins, stamps, glassware, clothes, and handmade goods. A Sotheby's-trained appraiser offers $15 verbal appraisals. Free browsing; proceeds fund college scholarships.
- Source: https://alexandrialivingmagazine.com/events/mount-vernon-vintage-antique-artisan-market-0/
- Distance: about 60 min drive from the town center (25.7 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA Antique, Vintage & Flea Markets](https://wknd.app/f/dy3u8k/nova-antique-vintage-flea-markets)

### [Charles Houston Kiddie Cabaret (ages 1–5)](https://wknd.app/r/9j94qk/charles-houston-kiddie-cabaret-ages-1-5)

- When: 2026-10-17 10:00-12:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 901 Wythe St, Alexandria, VA 22314 (38.8127166, -77.0483816)
- Ages: 1 to 5
- Price: $6.00
- Category: kids
- Topics: dance
- About: Dress-up dance party for ages 1–5 with kiddie tunes, lunch, and activities; child must attend with a parent/guardian. $6.
- Source: https://www.alexandriava.gov/rpca/rpca-community-activities
- Distance: about 60 min drive from the town center (27 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Ahn Chang-Hong: noon-mool](https://wknd.app/r/fd7are/ahn-chang-hong-noon-mool)

- When: 2026-10-17 11:00-16:00 (America/New_York), and 43 more dates
- Scarcity: daily
- Cadence: daily
- Where: American University Museum at the Katzen Arts Center (38.93909, -77.08842)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: exhibit
- Topics: korean-culture, contemporary-art, art-exhibition
- About: Major exhibition of Korean contemporary artist Ahn Chang-Hong at the American University Museum in the Katzen Arts Center, Sep 5 through Dec 6. Museum open Tue-Sun 11 AM to 4 PM; free admission.
- Source: https://www.american.edu/cas/museum/upcoming.cfm?utm_source=hootsuite&utm_medium&utm_term&utm_content&utm_campaign
- Distance: about 60 min drive from the town center (28.3 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [DMV cultural events](https://wknd.app/f/bngusz/dmv-cultural-events)

### [Beyond Words: The Sacred Art of Ayesha Kamal](https://wknd.app/r/s2ksre/beyond-words-the-sacred-art-of-ayesha-kamal)

- When: 2026-10-17 11:00-16:00 (America/New_York), and 36 more dates
- Scarcity: daily
- Cadence: daily
- Where: American University Museum at the Katzen Arts Center, 4400 Massachusetts Ave NW, Washington, DC 20016 (38.93909, -77.08842)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: exhibit
- Topics: art, indoor, drop-in
- About: Solo exhibition of Islamic calligraphy by Ayesha Kamal, part of the museum's fall 2026 season on life, beauty, faith, and sorrow. Runs alongside shows by Ahn Chang-Hong, Norman S. Carr, and Mary Garrard. Free admission.
- Source: https://www.american.edu/cas/museum/index.cfm
- Distance: about 60 min drive from the town center (28.3 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Art events in the DMV](https://wknd.app/f/nfn8xc/art-events-in-the-dmv)

### [Gallery Talk: Observer, The Street Photographs of Norman S. Carr](https://wknd.app/r/hzu54d/gallery-talk-observer-the-street-photographs-of-norman-s)

- When: 2026-10-17 14:00-15:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: American University Museum at the Katzen Arts Center, 4400 Massachusetts Ave NW, Washington, DC 20016 (38.93909, -77.08842)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: art
- Topics: art, indoor
- About: One-time gallery talk on Norman S. Carr's fall exhibition of urban street photographs, part of the AU Museum's fall 2026 season. Free; galleries open 11am-4pm.
- Source: https://www.american.edu/cas/museum/index.cfm
- Distance: about 60 min drive from the town center (28.3 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Art events in the DMV](https://wknd.app/f/nfn8xc/art-events-in-the-dmv)

### [PFF Walk](https://wknd.app/r/hq4np8/pff-walk)

- When: 2026-10-17 all day (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 137 National Plaza, National Harbor, MD 20745 (38.78559, -77.01637)
- Ages: all ages
- Category: civic
- Topics: charity, walk, waterfront, community, fundraiser
- About: The PFF Walk at National Harbor raises funds and awareness for the Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation along Spirit Park and the Harbor Trail.
- Source: https://www.nationalharbor.com/events/
- Distance: about 60 min drive from the town center (28.3 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Carillon Recital](https://wknd.app/r/ajbdrm/carillon-recital)

- When: 2026-10-17 12:30-13:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 3101 Wisconsin Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20016 (38.93059, -77.07083)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: concert
- Topics: carillon, bells
- About: Free Saturday carillon recital on the Cathedral grounds.
- Source: https://cathedral.org/calendar/carillon-recital-72/
- Distance: about 60 min drive from the town center (28.9 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [FRESHFARM Cleveland Park Farmers Market](https://wknd.app/r/jzah47/freshfarm-cleveland-park-farmers-market)

- When: 2026-10-17 09:00-13:00 (America/New_York), and 9 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: 3400 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC 20008 (38.93435, -77.05842)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: market
- Topics: farmers-market, local-produce, family-friendly, snap-ebt, compost
- About: Bustling Saturday neighborhood market with local produce, meats, prepared foods, and on-site compost collection.
- Source: https://www.freshfarm.org/markets/cleveland-park
- Distance: about 60 min drive from the town center (29.6 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Little Critters: Nature Play at the National Zoo](https://wknd.app/r/9fs3b6/little-critters-nature-play-at-the-national-zoo)

- When: 2026-10-17 09:30-13:30 (America/New_York), and 32 more dates
- Scarcity: daily
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Smithsonian's National Zoo, 3001 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC 20008 (38.9285936, -77.0485378)
- Ages: 0 to 8
- Price: free
- Category: kids
- Topics: little-kids, drop-in, science, animals
- About: Free drop-in nature play at the Bird House Classroom: sand, seeds, and water play with rotating nature themes for kids 0-8 and caregivers.
- Source: https://nationalzoo.si.edu/education/nature-play
- Distance: about 60 min drive from the town center (29.8 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoMa infant events](https://wknd.app/f/djsmnm/noma-infant-events)

### [Boo at the Zoo](https://wknd.app/r/5dzn9c/boo-at-the-zoo)

- When: 2026-10-17 18:00-20:30 (America/New_York), and 1 more date
- Scarcity: short_run
- Cadence: run
- Where: Smithsonian's National Zoo, 3001 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC 20008 (38.9285936, -77.0485378)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: $35.00
- Category: festival
- Topics: fall, halloween, trick-or-treat, kids, zoo, after-hours, costume
- About: The National Zoo's beloved family Halloween celebration opens the zoo after hours for three evenings of trick-or-treating at more than 25 treat stations. Costumed kids get a souvenir goodie bag, a kids dance party, a pumpkin patch photo op, and after-hours access to the Small Mammal House, Elephant Community Center and Reptile Discovery Center. Usually sells out.
- Source: https://nationalzoo.si.edu/visit/events/boo-zoo
- Distance: about 60 min drive from the town center (29.8 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Fall events in DC](https://wknd.app/f/96g4j7/fall-events-in-dc)

### [The Catrinas are Coming: Mexican Cartoneria Workshop](https://wknd.app/r/bucga7/the-catrinas-are-coming-mexican-cartoneria-workshop)

- When: 2026-10-17 12:00-16:00 (America/New_York), and 7 more dates
- Scarcity: daily
- Cadence: run
- Where: Mexican Cultural Institute DC (38.92555, -77.03604)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: $400.00
- Category: class
- Topics: mexican-culture, cartoneria, dia-de-muertos, hands-on-workshop
- About: Artist Ana Elisa Romo leads an eight-session, hands-on workshop in Mexican cartoneria (papier-mache folk art) at the Mexican Cultural Institute. Two tracks: Tue/Thu evenings or Sat/Sun afternoons. Finished Catrinas join the Institute's Day of the Dead Open House exhibition. $400 for all eight sessions.
- Source: https://events.humanitix.com/the-catrinas-are-coming-workshop-by-ana-elisa-romo
- Distance: about 60 min drive from the town center (30.3 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [DMV cultural events](https://wknd.app/f/bngusz/dmv-cultural-events)

### [Half Street Central Farmers Market](https://wknd.app/r/vdqkjb/half-street-central-farmers-market)

- When: 2026-10-17 09:00-13:00 (America/New_York), and 9 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: 1015 Half St SE, Washington, DC 20003 (38.878, -77.00781)
- Ages: all ages
- Category: market
- Topics: farmers-market, produce, local, family-friendly, dog-friendly
- About: A weekly Saturday farmers market near Nationals Park with 30-plus local produce and food vendors, running May through December.
- Source: http://www.capitolriverfront.org/
- Distance: about 60 min drive from the town center (30.4 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [FRESHFARM Columbia Heights Saturday Farmers Market](https://wknd.app/r/jj3fsj/freshfarm-columbia-heights-saturday-farmers-market)

- When: 2026-10-17 09:00-13:00 (America/New_York), and 10 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Park Rd NW & 14th St NW, Washington, DC 20010 (38.93023, -77.03275)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: market
- Topics: farmers-market, local-produce, family-friendly, snap-ebt, compost
- About: Saturday market on the Columbia Heights Civic Plaza with a diverse vendor roster selling produce, baked goods, cheese, dairy, and authentic Mexican food.
- Source: https://www.freshfarm.org/markets/columbia-heights-sat
- Distance: about 60 min drive from the town center (30.6 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Tot Yoga & Play at Breathing Space Studio (Saturday)](https://wknd.app/r/5mk3ee/tot-yoga-play-at-breathing-space-studio-saturday)

- When: 2026-10-17 09:00 (America/New_York), and 2 more dates
- Scarcity: few_dates
- Cadence: run
- Where: Breathing Space Studio, 641 Pennsylvania Ave SE, Washington, DC 20003 (38.88467, -76.99708)
- Ages: 0 to 2
- Category: kids
- Topics: indoor, little-kids, workshop
- About: Saturday morning yoga and play for crawlers up to 24 months with a caregiver at the Breathing Space studio on Capitol Hill. October dates from the Breathing Space calendar; registration required.
- Source: https://families.breathingspacedc.com/dmn4239/calendar.aspx
- Distance: about 60 min drive from the town center (31.1 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoMa infant events](https://wknd.app/f/djsmnm/noma-infant-events)

### [Flea Market at Eastern Market](https://wknd.app/r/rkeq3y/flea-market-at-eastern-market)

- When: 2026-10-17 09:00-16:00 (America/New_York), and 31 more dates
- Scarcity: daily
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Eastern Market, 7th St SE & C St SE, Washington, DC 20003 (38.88642, -76.99647)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: market
- Topics: flea-markets, vintage, antiques, capitol-hill
- About: Over 40 years on Capitol Hill: the Flea Market at Eastern Market runs every Saturday and Sunday year-round, 9am-4pm. Antiques, vintage, locally-made arts and crafts, and ethically imported goods. Free admission.
- Source: http://www.easternmarket.net/
- Distance: about 60 min drive from the town center (31.2 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [DC Antique, Vintage & Flea Markets](https://wknd.app/f/gemtsc/dc-antique-vintage-flea-markets)

### [Tippi Toes: Baby Ballet at Hill Center](https://wknd.app/r/uhnqx2/tippi-toes-baby-ballet-at-hill-center)

- When: 2026-10-17 09:30-10:00 (America/New_York), and 9 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Hill Center DC, 921 Pennsylvania Avenue SE, Washington, DC 20003 (38.88307, -76.99326)
- Ages: 2 to 3
- Category: kids
- Topics: dance, indoor, little-kids
- About: Saturday baby ballet for ages 2.5 to 3.5 years at Hill Center on Capitol Hill. A gentle first ballet class, 30 minutes with a caregiver nearby.
- Source: https://www.hillcenterdc.org/series/tippi-toes-baby-ballet-2/
- Distance: about 60 min drive from the town center (31.3 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoMa infant events](https://wknd.app/f/djsmnm/noma-infant-events)

### [Tippi Toes: Toddler & Me at Hill Center](https://wknd.app/r/2japzu/tippi-toes-toddler-me-at-hill-center)

- When: 2026-10-17 10:10-10:50 (America/New_York), and 1 more date
- Scarcity: few_dates
- Cadence: run
- Where: Hill Center DC, 921 Pennsylvania Avenue SE, Washington, DC 20003 (38.88307, -76.99326)
- Ages: 1 to 3
- Category: kids
- Topics: dance, indoor, little-kids
- About: A caregiver-and-me dance class for children ages 18 months to 3 years at Hill Center on Capitol Hill. Short 40-minute sessions built for first dancers.
- Source: https://www.hillcenterdc.org/partner/tippi-toes/
- Distance: about 60 min drive from the town center (31.3 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoMa infant events](https://wknd.app/f/djsmnm/noma-infant-events)

### [Baby Drum Circle at Petworth Neighborhood Library](https://wknd.app/r/krb8ma/baby-drum-circle-at-petworth-neighborhood-library)

- When: 2026-10-17 15:00-16:00 (America/New_York), and 7 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Petworth Neighborhood Library, 4200 Kansas Ave NW, Washington, DC 20011 (38.9421917, -77.0261369)
- Ages: 0 to 2
- Price: free
- Category: reading
- Topics: little-kids, indoor, stroller-ok
- About: Musical play time with drums and rhythm instruments for babies and toddlers. Free; registration required on the DCPL calendar. Saturdays; the Nov 7 session runs 11am to noon.
- Source: https://dclibrary.libnet.info/event/17524261
- Distance: about 60 min drive from the town center (31.4 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoMa infant events](https://wknd.app/f/djsmnm/noma-infant-events)

### [Story Time at Solid State Books](https://wknd.app/r/jqancu/story-time-at-solid-state-books)

- When: 2026-10-17 10:30-11:00 (America/New_York), and 2 more dates
- Scarcity: few_dates
- Cadence: run
- Where: Solid State Books, 600 H Street NE, Washington, DC 20002 (38.90034, -76.9968)
- Ages: 0 to 12
- Category: kids
- Topics: storytime, bookstore, toddlers, weekly
- About: Weekly in-store story time at Solid State Books; Thursdays for babies and toddlers, Saturdays for ages 0-5, Sundays for ages 4 and up.
- Source: https://www.solidstatebooksdc.com/events?view=calendar
- Distance: about 60 min drive from the town center (31.5 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [DC Mural Tour](https://wknd.app/r/pw4jnq/dc-mural-tour)

- When: 2026-10-17 11:00-13:00 (America/New_York), and 1 more date
- Scarcity: few_dates
- Cadence: run
- Where: 1309 5th St NE, Washington, DC 20002 (38.90872, -76.99765)
- Ages: all ages
- Category: art
- Topics: art, murals, walking-tour, guided, photography
- About: A guided walking tour of the murals and public art across the Union Market District.
- Source: https://unionmarketdc.com/series/dc-mural-tour/
- Distance: about 60 min drive from the town center (31.7 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [FRESHFARM H Street NE Farmers Market](https://wknd.app/r/juf6he/freshfarm-h-street-ne-farmers-market)

- When: 2026-10-17 09:00-12:30 (America/New_York), and 10 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: 800 13th St NE, Washington, DC 20002 (38.90032, -76.98848)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: market
- Topics: farmers-market, local-produce, family-friendly, snap-ebt
- About: Year-round Saturday market on 13th Street NE between H and I Streets with produce, meats, eggs, baked goods, coffee, flowers, and community seating.
- Source: https://www.freshfarm.org/markets/h-street-ne
- Distance: about 60 min drive from the town center (31.9 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Kingman Island Friends and Family Day](https://wknd.app/r/tjps6n/kingman-island-friends-and-family-day)

- When: 2026-10-17 10:00-15:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 1005 Oklahoma Avenue NE, Washington, DC 20002 (38.89549, -76.97219)
- Ages: 0 to 12
- Price: free
- Category: kids
- Topics: outdoors, anacostia-river, nature, boat-tours, scavenger-hunt, free
- About: Sixth annual free family day on Kingman and Heritage Islands celebrating the Anacostia River with boat tours, crafts, a scavenger hunt, and an all-ages clothing swap.
- Source: https://www.kingmanisland.com
- Distance: about 60 min drive from the town center (32.6 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Lake Rio Show](https://wknd.app/r/wm98nh/lake-rio-show)

- When: 2026-10-17 09:00-16:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: Gaithersburg Marriott Washingtonian Center, 8751 Washingtonian Blvd, Gaithersburg, MD 20878 (39.11665, -77.19962)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: $5.00
- Category: sale
- Topics: sports-cards, trading-cards, collectibles, vendors
- About: Card show at the Gaithersburg Marriott Washingtonian Center: 100+ vendors with sports cards, TCGs and collectibles to buy, sell and trade. Presented by MINTD Card Show. $5 entry, 9 AM to 4 PM.
- Source: https://tcgshowsnearme.com/events/lake-rio-show-gaithersburg-2026-10-17
- Distance: about 60 min drive from the town center (32.7 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [DMV Collectible Shows](https://wknd.app/f/vd3qgy/dmv-collectible-shows)

### [Croydon Creep](https://wknd.app/r/e9pjnq/croydon-creep)

- When: 2026-10-17 18:00-20:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: Croydon Creek Nature Center, 852 Avery Road, Rockville, MD 20851 (39.0876707, -77.1265572)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: festival
- Topics: fall, halloween, nature-center, costumes, trick-or-treat, campfire, family-friendly, free
- About: Rockville's nature center Halloween night with games, treats, crafts, a magician, balloon twisters, and a campfire. Kids 5-12 can add a ticketed 30-minute non-spooky guided forest hike to meet friendly woodland creatures and collect goodies. Free; hike tickets $10 residents, $12 nonresidents. Costumes encouraged.
- Source: https://www.rockvillemd.gov/calendar/events/croydon-creep/
- Distance: about 60 min drive from the town center (33.5 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Fall events in DC](https://wknd.app/f/96g4j7/fall-events-in-dc)

### [The Pottery House - A Home Well Loved, McLean VA](https://wknd.app/r/thktpe/the-pottery-house-a-home-well-loved-mclean-va)

- When: 2026-10-17 10:00-15:00 (America/New_York), and 1 more date
- Scarcity: short_run
- Cadence: run
- Where: 7218 Evans Mill Rd, McLean, VA 22101 (38.93449, -77.19447)
- Ages: all ages
- Category: sale
- Topics: estate-sale
- About: Estate sale at 7218 Evans Mill Road in McLean, Friday October 16 through Sunday October 18, 10am to 3pm each day, with pottery, furniture, art and home goods.
- Source: https://garagesalefinder.com/s/N9zNN/7218-evans-mill-rd-mc-lean-va-22101
- Distance: about 24 mi away (23.5 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia garage sales and estate sales](https://wknd.app/f/jwngc9/northern-virginia-garage-sales-and-estate-sales)

### [KIDS Yard Sale, McLean VA](https://wknd.app/r/345pb9/kids-yard-sale-mclean-va)

- When: 2026-10-17 08:00-13:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 6600 Mulroy St, McLean, VA 22101 (38.91378, -77.17036)
- Ages: all ages
- Category: sale
- Topics: garage-sale
- About: Kids yard sale at 6600 Mulroy Street in McLean on Saturday October 17, 8am to 1pm, with childrens clothing, books, toys and toy storage.
- Source: https://garagesalefinder.com/s/N9Ipa/6600-mulroy-st-mc-lean-va-22101
- Distance: about 24 mi away (23.7 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia garage sales and estate sales](https://wknd.app/f/jwngc9/northern-virginia-garage-sales-and-estate-sales)

### [Fall Pumpkin Harvest Festival](https://wknd.app/r/v47e5k/fall-pumpkin-harvest-festival)

- When: 2026-10-17 09:00-17:00 (America/New_York), and 14 more dates
- Scarcity: daily
- Cadence: run
- Where: Great Country Farms, 18780 Foggy Bottom Rd, Bluemont, VA 20135 (39.09518, -77.82513)
- Ages: all ages
- Category: festival
- Topics: fall-festival, pumpkin-patch, corn-maze, pig-races, cider-donuts, family-friendly
- About: Fall festival at Great Country Farms with pick-your-own pumpkins, the corn maze, the Oinkintucky Derby pig races, cider pressing demos, pumpkin cannons, and cider donuts.
- Source: https://greatcountryfarms.com/festivals-events/
- Distance: about 65 min drive from the town center (30.1 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [FRESHFARM THEARC Farm Stand](https://wknd.app/r/x4p5hd/freshfarm-thearc-farm-stand)

- When: 2026-10-17 10:00-14:00 (America/New_York), and 5 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: 1901 Mississippi Ave SE, Washington, DC 20020 (38.84356, -76.97532)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: market
- Topics: farm-stand, local-produce, family-friendly, snap-ebt
- About: Saturday farm stand at THEARC offering fresh local produce from Mid-Atlantic farmers, also a Market Share pickup site.
- Source: https://www.freshfarm.org/markets/thearc
- Distance: about 65 min drive from the town center (31.3 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [FRESHFARM Uptown Farmers Market](https://wknd.app/r/dvpdjd/freshfarm-uptown-farmers-market)

- When: 2026-10-17 09:00-13:00 (America/New_York), and 5 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: 5500 Colorado Ave NW, Washington, DC 20011 (38.95667, -77.03319)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: market
- Topics: farmers-market, local-produce, family-friendly, snap-ebt, compost
- About: Saturday market in the family-centric Uptown neighborhood connecting local producers of fruits, vegetables, meats, and breads.
- Source: https://www.freshfarm.org/markets/uptown
- Distance: about 65 min drive from the town center (31.5 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [FRESHFARM Anacostia Community Museum Farm Stand](https://wknd.app/r/ga32sb/freshfarm-anacostia-community-museum-farm-stand)

- When: 2026-10-17 10:00-14:00 (America/New_York), and 5 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: 1901 Fort Pl SE, Washington, DC 20020 (38.85652, -76.97653)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: market
- Topics: farm-stand, local-produce, family-friendly, snap-ebt
- About: Saturday farm stand at the Anacostia Community Museum bringing fresh local produce to Ward 8 in partnership with the Smithsonian.
- Source: https://www.freshfarm.org/markets/anacostia-community-museum
- Distance: about 65 min drive from the town center (31.5 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [FRESHFARM ACM Farm Stand](https://wknd.app/r/ynfmw8/freshfarm-acm-farm-stand)

- When: 2026-10-17 10:00-14:00 (America/New_York), and 5 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: 1901 Fort Pl SE, Washington, DC (38.85652, -76.97653)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: market
- Topics: farm-stand, farmers-market, local-produce
- About: Free-to-attend Saturday farm stand on the Anacostia Community Museum's outdoor plaza with local produce sold direct to consumers.
- Source: https://www.trumba.com/events-calendar/dc/washington/smithsonian-events/washington-dc-events/films/visiting/children/kids/lectures/imax/performances/museum-tours/smithsonian-events-anacostia
- Distance: about 65 min drive from the town center (31.5 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [FRESHFARM Monroe Street Farmers Market](https://wknd.app/r/qz4nfa/freshfarm-monroe-street-farmers-market)

- When: 2026-10-17 09:00-13:00 (America/New_York), and 10 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: 716 Monroe St NE, Washington, DC 20017 (38.9332, -76.99544)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: market
- Topics: farmers-market, local-produce, family-friendly, snap-ebt, compost
- About: Saturday market in Brookland's Arts Walk Plaza near the CUA metro stop with local farmers, specialty food producers, and nearby artist studios.
- Source: https://www.freshfarm.org/markets/monroe-st
- Distance: about 65 min drive from the town center (32.6 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Down Syndrome and Friends Community Play Group](https://wknd.app/r/7eqa96/down-syndrome-and-friends-community-play-group)

- When: 2026-10-17 10:30-12:30 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 5401 South Dakota Avenue NE, Washington, DC 20011 (38.9551575, -76.9996081)
- Ages: 0 to 12
- Price: free
- Category: kids
- Topics: play-group, accessibility, disabilities
- About: Play, reading, and resources for families of kids with disabilities.
- Source: https://dclibrary.libnet.info/events?a=Birth+-+5&r=thismonth
- Distance: about 65 min drive from the town center (33.1 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [The Next Chapter: Art from Vietnam at CreeMos Gallery](https://wknd.app/r/8ct2md/the-next-chapter-art-from-vietnam-at-creemos-gallery)

- When: 2026-10-17 15:00-18:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: CreeMos Gallery, 7000 Carroll Ave, Takoma, MD 20912 (38.9749149, -77.0123378)
- Ages: all ages
- Category: art
- Topics: art, exhibition, sound-bath, dinner, vietnamese-art, takoma-park
- About: One-evening event at CreeMos Gallery in Takoma Park pairing The Next Chapter: Art from Vietnam, an exhibition of Vietnamese art and culture, with a meditative sound bath and a Vietnamese dinner. Saturday, October 17, 3 to 6 pm. Ages 18 and up.
- Source: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/creemos-gallery-art-exhibition-sound-bath-dinner-tickets-2002308986078
- Distance: about 65 min drive from the town center (33.1 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Art events in the DMV](https://wknd.app/f/nfn8xc/art-events-in-the-dmv)

### [FRESHFARM Cesar Chavez Farm Stand](https://wknd.app/r/ek9wcc/freshfarm-cesar-chavez-farm-stand)

- When: 2026-10-17 09:00-13:00 (America/New_York), and 5 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: 700 block of Parkside Pl NE, Washington, DC 20019 (38.90047, -76.9494)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: market
- Topics: farm-stand, local-produce, family-friendly, snap-ebt
- About: Saturday farm stand outside Cesar Chavez High School in the Parkside neighborhood with fresh local produce.
- Source: https://www.freshfarm.org/markets/cesar-chavez
- Distance: about 65 min drive from the town center (33.9 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Let's Build!](https://wknd.app/r/zp3g5x/lets-build)

- When: 2026-10-17 12:00-15:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 5001 Central Avenue SE, Washington, DC (38.8889543, -76.9295591)
- Ages: 0 to 12
- Price: free
- Category: kids
- Topics: lego, building
- About: Build with Legos and blocks.
- Source: https://dclibrary.libnet.info/events?a=Birth+-+5&r=thismonth
- Distance: about 65 min drive from the town center (34.6 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Favorite Child at Vanish](https://wknd.app/r/jajze2/favorite-child-at-vanish)

- When: 2026-10-17 17:00-20:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 42245 Black Hops Lane, Leesburg, VA 20176 (39.22335, -77.53801)
- Ages: all ages
- Category: concert
- Topics: live-music, indie-rock, americana
- About: Favorite Child blends soulful indie rock with rich three-part harmonies at Vanish on Saturday, October 17 from 5 to 8pm.
- Source: https://vanishbeer.com/calendar/
- Distance: about 65 min drive from the town center (34.6 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [Family Storytime + Stay and Play](https://wknd.app/r/bcqcak/family-storytime-stay-and-play)

- When: 2026-10-17 10:30-11:30 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 4407 Aspen Hill Road, Rockville, MD 20853 (39.112695, -77.0873319)
- Ages: 0 to 12
- Price: free
- Category: reading
- Topics: storytime, family, play
- About: Saturday family storytime followed by stay and play.
- Source: https://mcpl.libnet.info/events?t=Storytime&r=thismonth
- Distance: about 65 min drive from the town center (36.2 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [6th Annual Beer Festival at Bear Chase Brewing Company](https://wknd.app/r/ycw8dc/6th-annual-beer-festival-at-bear-chase-brewing-company)

- When: 2026-10-17 11:00-16:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: Bear Chase Brewing Company, 33665 Bear Chase Lane, Bluemont, VA 20135 (39.111191, -77.845939)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: $45.00
- Category: festival
- Topics: beer, festival, tastings, live-music, fall-beers
- About: Bear Chase Brewing Company hosts its sixth annual beer festival with tastings from local craft breweries in one place. Ticket includes a souvenir tasting glass and 10 tasting tickets for pours of fall and seasonal beers, plus live music. 21 and over; the brewery stays open for regular business during the event.
- Source: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/6th-annual-beer-festival-at-bear-chase-brewing-company-tickets-2000654500467
- Distance: about 70 min drive from the town center (31.6 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Wine and beer events in the DMV](https://wknd.app/f/c89qhf/wine-and-beer-events-in-the-dmv)

### [FRESHFARM Kenilworth Rec Center Farm Stand](https://wknd.app/r/vk5xct/freshfarm-kenilworth-rec-center-farm-stand)

- When: 2026-10-17 09:00-13:00 (America/New_York), and 5 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: 4321 Ord St NE, Washington, DC 20019 (38.90835, -76.94095)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: market
- Topics: farm-stand, local-produce, family-friendly, snap-ebt
- About: Saturday farm stand at Kenilworth Recreation Center with fresh local produce.
- Source: https://www.freshfarm.org/markets/kenilworth-rec-center
- Distance: about 70 min drive from the town center (34.5 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Outlaw Printmakers MMXXVI at Pyramid Atlantic](https://wknd.app/r/hwkx65/outlaw-printmakers-mmxxvi-at-pyramid-atlantic)

- When: 2026-10-17 10:00-18:00 (America/New_York), and 25 more dates
- Scarcity: daily
- Cadence: daily
- Where: Pyramid Atlantic Art Center, 4318 Gallatin Street, Hyattsville, MD 20781 (38.9526872, -76.9411079)
- Ages: all ages
- Category: exhibit
- Topics: art, exhibition, printmaking, hyattsville, opening-reception
- About: Exhibition by the Outlaw Printmakers collective, opening during Print-O-Rama weekend (reception Friday, October 16, 7 to 9 pm). Print work on view in Pyramid Atlantic's Helen C. Frederick Gallery in Hyattsville. Gallery open Wednesdays and Thursdays 10 to 8, Fridays through Sundays 10 to 6.
- Source: https://pyramidatlanticartcenter.org/the-gallery/upcoming-exhibitions/
- Distance: about 70 min drive from the town center (35.7 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Art events in the DMV](https://wknd.app/f/nfn8xc/art-events-in-the-dmv)

### [Ready 2 Read Storytime: Ages 3-5](https://wknd.app/r/ht9aq9/ready-2-read-storytime-ages-3-5)

- When: 2026-10-17 10:30-11:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 4820 Annapolis Road, Bladensburg, MD 20710 (38.9397103, -76.934656)
- Ages: 3 to 5
- Price: free
- Category: reading
- Topics: storytime, preschool
- About: Preschool storytime with stories, songs, and fingerplays.
- Source: https://ww1.pgcmls.info/events?t=Storytime+or+Playday&r=thismonth
- Distance: about 70 min drive from the town center (35.7 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Pyramid Atlantic Print-O-Rama](https://wknd.app/r/fgafqa/pyramid-atlantic-print-o-rama)

- When: 2026-10-17 12:00-17:00 (America/New_York), and 1 more date
- Scarcity: short_run
- Cadence: run
- Where: Pyramid Atlantic Art Center, 4318 Gallatin Street, Hyattsville, MD 20781 (38.9526872, -76.9411079)
- Ages: all ages
- Category: art
- Topics: art, festival, printmaking, print-fair, live-music, hyattsville, workshops
- About: Four-day printmaking festival at Pyramid Atlantic in Hyattsville: screenprinting and woodcut demos, the Outlaw Printmakers MMXXVI exhibition opening with live rock and roll, a free Saturday print fair with 15 printmakers, and hands-on printmaking demos. Thursday evening workshops are ticketed; the Friday reception and Saturday fair are free.
- Source: https://pyramidatlanticartcenter.org/print-o-rama/
- Distance: about 70 min drive from the town center (35.7 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Art events in the DMV](https://wknd.app/f/nfn8xc/art-events-in-the-dmv)

### [Ready 2 Read Storytime: Ages 3-5](https://wknd.app/r/d5vjd6/ready-2-read-storytime-ages-3-5)

- When: 2026-10-17 10:30-11:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 6530 Adelphi Road, Hyattsville, MD 20782 (38.9693531, -76.9496305)
- Ages: 3 to 5
- Price: free
- Category: reading
- Topics: storytime, preschool
- About: Stories, songs, and fingerplays for preschoolers.
- Source: https://ww1.pgcmls.info/events?t=Storytime+or+Playday&r=thismonth
- Distance: about 70 min drive from the town center (35.9 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Riversdale Harvest Fest](https://wknd.app/r/xvekuv/riversdale-harvest-fest)

- When: 2026-10-17 10:30-14:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: Riversdale Historic Site & Museum, 4811 Riverdale Road, Riverdale Park, MD 20737 (38.9602372, -76.9318385)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: festival
- Topics: fall, harvest, scavenger-hunt, story-time, historic-site, family-friendly, free
- About: A free community fall day at the Riversdale Historic Site and Museum with seed-saving lessons from the site gardener, story time, and a family scavenger hunt with small prizes. Registration requested through the county parks site.
- Source: https://www.pgparks.com/event_list/riversdale-harvest-fest
- Distance: about 75 min drive from the town center (36.4 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Fall events in DC](https://wknd.app/f/96g4j7/fall-events-in-dc)

### [CHEVY CHASE NW DC Overflowing With Top-Tier Designer Clothing](https://wknd.app/r/uqrpxw/chevy-chase-nw-dc-overflowing-with-top-tier-designer)

- When: 2026-10-17 10:00-14:00 (America/New_York), and 1 more date
- Scarcity: short_run
- Cadence: run
- Where: 3723 Ingomar Street, Washington, DC 20016 (38.95856, -77.0739)
- Ages: all ages
- Category: sale
- Topics: estate-sale
- About: Chevy Chase estate sale with a large selection of top-tier designer clothing, plus furniture, cookware, stemware, jewelry, shoes and books throughout the home.
- Source: https://www.estatesales.net/DC/Washington/20016/5112117
- Distance: about 30 mi away (29.8 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC estate and garage sales](https://wknd.app/f/4xhwca/washington-dc-estate-and-garage-sales)

### [Poolesville RocktoberFest](https://wknd.app/r/7pzzmw/poolesville-rocktoberfest)

- When: 2026-10-17 14:00-18:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: Whalen Commons, 19701 Fisher Avenue, Poolesville, MD 20837 (39.144644, -77.411148)
- Ages: all ages
- Category: festival
- Topics: fall, oktoberfest, live-music, food-trucks, beer, family-friendly, outdoor
- About: Poolesville's annual fall festival at Whalen Commons with live music, local breweries, food trucks, and family-friendly entertainment on the town's central green. Community event hosted by the Town of Poolesville.
- Source: https://www.poolesvillemd.gov/Calendar.aspx?EID=2103
- Distance: about 80 min drive from the town center (29.9 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Fall events in DC](https://wknd.app/f/96g4j7/fall-events-in-dc)

## Sunday, October 18

### [Mountain Stage with Kathy Mattea at Hylton Center](https://wknd.app/r/vdvnhc/mountain-stage-with-kathy-mattea-at-hylton-center)

- When: 2026-10-18 19:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: Merchant Hall, 10960 George Mason Circle, Manassas, VA 20110 (38.7593435, -77.5245195)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: $45.00
- Category: concert
- Topics: live-music, americana, folk, country
- About: Grammy winner Kathy Mattea hosts a live on-the-road taping of NPR's Mountain Stage in Merchant Hall, with featured artists Mary Gauthier, Ruthie Foster, and Scythian spanning roots, folk, blues, and country. Tickets from about $45. 7 PM.
- Source: https://hylton.calendar.gmu.edu/mountain-stage-hosted-by-kathy-mattea-2026
- Distance: about 10 min drive from the town center (2.6 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Live music in the DMV](https://wknd.app/f/napgfx/live-music-in-the-dmv)

### [GOD PACK | TCG Show](https://wknd.app/r/wzdnhv/god-pack-tcg-show)

- When: 2026-10-18 09:00-16:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: Fairfax Marriott at Fair Oaks, 11787 US-50, Fairfax, VA 22033 (38.86358, -77.35361)
- Ages: all ages
- Category: sale
- Topics: trading-card-games, pokemon, magic-the-gathering, yu-gi-oh, lorcana, collectibles, vendors
- About: TCG show at the Fairfax Marriott at Fair Oaks, presented by NoVA PokeShow (formerly NoVA PokeShow, rebranding to GOD PACK). Pokemon, Magic, Yu-Gi-Oh, Lorcana and more to buy, sell and trade. 9 AM to 4 PM.
- Source: https://tcgshowsnearme.com/events/god-pack-tcg-show-fairfax-2026-10-18
- Distance: about 30 min drive from the town center (13.9 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [DMV Collectible Shows](https://wknd.app/f/vd3qgy/dmv-collectible-shows)

### [Farm Harvest Fest & Carnival at Frying Pan Farm Park](https://wknd.app/r/48t9gk/farm-harvest-fest-carnival-at-frying-pan-farm-park)

- When: 2026-10-18 11:00-18:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: Frying Pan Farm Park, 2709 W Ox Rd, Herndon, VA 20171 (38.93778, -77.4085)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: $10.00
- Category: festival
- Topics: fall-festival, harvest, carnival, farm, family-friendly, rides
- About: Three-day fall celebration with carnival rides, Big Truck Night, farm animals and harvest activities; admission free, parking $10 per vehicle, ride wristbands extra.
- Source: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/frying-pan-park/events
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (16.3 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [Walk to End Alzheimer's](https://wknd.app/r/k8qfub/walk-to-end-alzheimers)

- When: 2026-10-18 08:00-12:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 11900 Market Street, Reston, VA 20190 (38.95894, -77.3573)
- Ages: all ages
- Category: civic
- Topics: charity-walk, alzheimers, fundraiser
- About: Charity walk benefiting the Alzheimer's Association.
- Source: https://www.restontowncenter.com/calendar-events
- Distance: about 40 min drive from the town center (19 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [FRESHFARM Mosaic Farmers Market](https://wknd.app/r/pq3nn3/freshfarm-mosaic-farmers-market)

- When: 2026-10-18 09:00-14:00 (America/New_York), and 10 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: 2985 District Ave, Fairfax, VA 22031 (38.86964, -77.23085)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: market
- Topics: farmers-market, local-food, family-friendly
- About: Year-round family-friendly Sunday farmers market in the Mosaic District with produce, baked goods, coffee, prepared foods, and dog treats.
- Source: https://www.freshfarm.org/markets/mosaic
- Distance: about 40 min drive from the town center (19.3 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

45 min or farther:

### [MCC Community 50th Anniversary Celebration](https://wknd.app/r/3py4v9/mcc-community-50th-anniversary-celebration)

- When: 2026-10-18 17:00-22:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: McLean Community Center, 1234 Ingleside Ave, McLean, VA 22101 (38.94053, -77.18373)
- Ages: all ages
- Category: festival
- Topics: community, anniversary, live-music, food, family-friendly
- About: Community celebration of the McLean Community Center's 50th anniversary with music through the decades, food, a signature drink and interactive attractions.
- Source: https://mcleancenter.org/center-celebrates-50-years/
- Distance: about 45 min drive from the town center (24.2 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [Sensory-Friendly Family Trick-or-Treat at Clemyjontri](https://wknd.app/r/c8b2nk/sensory-friendly-family-trick-or-treat-at-clemyjontri)

- When: 2026-10-18 11:00-17:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: Clemyjontri Park, 6317 Georgetown Pike, McLean, VA 22101 (38.9452874, -77.1531855)
- Ages: 0 to 12
- Price: $20.00
- Category: kids
- Topics: halloween, outdoor
- About: Calm Halloween day at Clemyjontri Park with treat stations, carousel and train rides, and crafts; reduced noise and sensory supports. $20/person.
- Source: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/sensory-family-trick-or-treat/101826
- Distance: about 45 min drive from the town center (25.7 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Marsha and the Positrons](https://wknd.app/r/tq32uc/marsha-and-the-positrons)

- When: 2026-10-18 14:30-15:30 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 7300 MacArthur Boulevard, Glen Echo, MD 20812 (38.96693, -77.13927)
- Ages: 0 to 12
- Category: kids
- Topics: music, kindie, concert, science
- About: Marsha and the Positrons bring playful, educational kindie rock songs mixing science facts with messages about kindness and friendship to The Puppet Co.
- Source: http://thepuppetco.org
- Distance: about 50 min drive from the town center (27.2 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Sunday Bird Walk - Guided Program](https://wknd.app/r/ppuv5y/sunday-bird-walk-guided-program)

- When: 2026-10-18 08:00-11:00 (America/New_York), and 10 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: 9200 Old Dominion Dr, McLean, VA 22102 (38.99644, -77.25555)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: meetup
- Topics: birding, nature, wildlife, ranger-program, family-friendly, free
- About: Volunteer-guided Sunday morning bird walk meeting in the main parking lot; all levels welcome, minors with an adult.
- Source: https://www.nps.gov/grfa/planyourvisit/calendar.htm
- Distance: about 55 min drive from the town center (24.2 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [Georgetown Flea Market](https://wknd.app/r/cpm9jk/georgetown-flea-market)

- When: 2026-10-18 08:00-16:00 (America/New_York), and 15 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: 1819 35th St NW, Washington, DC 20007 (38.91547, -77.06871)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: market
- Topics: flea-markets, vintage, antiques, georgetown
- About: Iconic weekly Sunday flea market in Georgetown (est. 1972): antiques, collectibles, and vintage finds. Every Sunday, 8am-4pm, rain or shine. Free admission for shoppers.
- Source: http://www.georgetownfleamarket.com/
- Distance: about 55 min drive from the town center (28.5 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [DC Antique, Vintage & Flea Markets](https://wknd.app/f/gemtsc/dc-antique-vintage-flea-markets)

### [FRESHFARM Dupont Circle Market](https://wknd.app/r/3zc22y/freshfarm-dupont-circle-market)

- When: 2026-10-18 08:30-13:30 (America/New_York), and 10 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: 1500 20th Street NW, Washington, DC (38.90978, -77.04506)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: market
- Topics: farmers-market, local-produce, artisan-foods, free-entry
- About: Year-round Sunday farmers market with 50+ local farmers plus prepared foods, flowers, and artisan goods in Dupont Circle.
- Source: https://www.freshfarm.org/markets/dupont-circle
- Distance: about 55 min drive from the town center (29.5 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [FRESHFARM Dupont Circle Farmers Market](https://wknd.app/r/avkhwq/freshfarm-dupont-circle-farmers-market)

- When: 2026-10-18 08:30-13:30 (America/New_York), and 10 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: 1600 20th St NW, Washington, DC 20009 (38.91132, -77.04521)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: market
- Topics: farmers-market, local-produce, family-friendly, snap-ebt, compost
- About: DC's flagship year-round Sunday farmers market with 80-plus local farmers and producers selling produce, meats, cheeses, baked goods, and flowers along 20th Street NW.
- Source: https://www.freshfarm.org/markets/dupont-circle
- Distance: about 55 min drive from the town center (29.5 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Dupont Little Flea Market](https://wknd.app/r/ye6h4j/dupont-little-flea-market)

- When: 2026-10-18 10:00-15:00 (America/New_York), and 15 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Dupont Circle, 1909 Q St NW, Washington, DC 20009 (38.9113, -77.04381)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: market
- Topics: flea-markets, vintage, antiques, dupont-circle
- About: Festive weekly marketplace for vintage and antique housewares, art, jewelry, clothing, LPs, and micro-local art. Every Sunday, 10am-3pm in Dupont Circle.
- Source: https://www.dupontlittleflea.com/
- Distance: about 55 min drive from the town center (29.5 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [DC Antique, Vintage & Flea Markets](https://wknd.app/f/gemtsc/dc-antique-vintage-flea-markets)

### [Families Together: Fall Harvest](https://wknd.app/r/w48t29/families-together-fall-harvest)

- When: 2026-10-18 10:00-12:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 1300 Constitution Avenue NW, Washington, DC (38.8912397, -77.0300205)
- Ages: 0 to 12
- Category: kids
- Topics: fall, harvest, museum
- About: Fall harvest family program at the National Museum of American History.
- Source: https://washingtonparent.com/dc-kids-events/#!/details/families-together-fall-harvest/19840092/2026-10-18T10
- Distance: about 55 min drive from the town center (29.6 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Maum Market at The Wharf](https://wknd.app/r/99wfze/maum-market-at-the-wharf)

- When: 2026-10-18 12:00-17:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 760 Maine Ave SW, Washington, DC 20024 (38.87923, -77.02392)
- Ages: all ages
- Category: market
- Topics: market, asian-owned, shopping, local-brands, pop-up
- About: Maum Market is a curated pop-up market celebrating Asian-owned brands, bringing small businesses to The Wharf for an afternoon of shopping.
- Source: https://www.wharfdc.com/upcoming-events/
- Distance: about 55 min drive from the town center (29.6 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Fall Family Fest 2026](https://wknd.app/r/hvv5wz/fall-family-fest-2026)

- When: 2026-10-18 12:00-15:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 760 Maine Ave SW, Washington, DC 20024 (38.87923, -77.02392)
- Ages: 0 to 12
- Category: kids
- Topics: family, festival, fall, community, games, free-community-event
- About: The Southwest DC Community Center hosts Fall Family Fest 2026, a family community event in Waterfront Park at The Wharf.
- Source: https://www.wharfdc.com/upcoming-events/
- Distance: about 55 min drive from the town center (29.6 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Fall Family Fest 2026](https://wknd.app/r/8m7bcv/fall-family-fest-2026)

- When: 2026-10-18 12:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 515 Water Street SW, Washington, DC 20024 (38.87501, -77.02044)
- Ages: 0 to 12
- Category: festival
- Topics: fall-festival, family-fun, waterfront
- About: Fall Family Fest 2026, a daytime family festival on the Southwest waterfront.
- Source: https://www.eventbrite.com/b/dc--washington/family-and-education/
- Distance: about 55 min drive from the town center (29.7 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Turkish Festival](https://wknd.app/r/7be3zt/turkish-festival)

- When: 2026-10-18 11:00-19:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 1200 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20004 (38.89483, -77.02895)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: festival
- Topics: turkish-culture, live-music, folk-dancing, food, kids-activities, free
- About: Free family-friendly celebration of Turkish Heritage Month with live music, folk dancing, fortune telling, kids activities, and Turkish cuisine on Pennsylvania Avenue NW.
- Source: https://www.turkishfestival.org
- Distance: about 55 min drive from the town center (29.8 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Family Workshop: Operation Game](https://wknd.app/r/qc9k2k/family-workshop-operation-game)

- When: 2026-10-18 11:00-13:30 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 3 Bethesda Metro Center, Suite 140, Bethesda, MD 20814 (38.98463, -77.09525)
- Ages: 0 to 12
- Price: $25.00
- Category: kids
- Topics: electronics, family-workshop, makers
- About: Family workshop building an Operation-style game (two sessions merged).
- Source: https://kid-museum.org/programs/sunday-workshops/
- Distance: about 55 min drive from the town center (29.8 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [Electronics Open Studio](https://wknd.app/r/4jurau/electronics-open-studio)

- When: 2026-10-18 14:30-16:00 (America/New_York), and 1 more date
- Scarcity: few_dates
- Cadence: monthly
- Where: 3 Bethesda Metro Center, Suite 140, Bethesda, MD 20814 (38.98463, -77.09525)
- Ages: 9 to 18
- Price: $25.00
- Category: kids
- Topics: electronics, open-studio, makers
- About: Open electronics studio session for 4th grade and up.
- Source: https://kid-museum.org/programs/sunday-workshops/
- Distance: about 55 min drive from the town center (29.8 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [Gillian Welch and David Rawlings: Grateful Dead Acoustic Reckoning](https://wknd.app/r/ynppb2/gillian-welch-and-david-rawlings-grateful-dead-acoustic)

- When: 2026-10-18 20:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: Warner Theatre, 513 13th St NW, Washington, DC 20004 (38.89649, -77.02935)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: $63.50
- Category: concert
- Topics: live-music, folk, americana, acoustic
- About: Welch and Rawlings play an acoustic Grateful Dead program at the Warner Theatre. JamBase lists tickets from $63.50.
- Source: https://www.jambase.com/venue/warner-theatre
- Distance: about 55 min drive from the town center (29.8 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Live music in the DMV](https://wknd.app/f/napgfx/live-music-in-the-dmv)

### [Infant Investigators: CAN Touch This](https://wknd.app/r/bbs2hy/infant-investigators-can-touch-this)

- When: 2026-10-18 10:15-11:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 10th Street and Constitution Avenue NW, Washington, DC (38.8930277, -77.026013)
- Ages: 0 to 1
- Category: kids
- Topics: infants, sensory
- About: Sensory early-childhood program at the National Museum of Natural History.
- Source: https://washingtonparent.com/dc-kids-events/#!/details/infant-investigators-can-touch-this/19840024/2026-10-18T10
- Distance: about 55 min drive from the town center (29.9 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [One World, One Sky: Big Bird's Adventure](https://wknd.app/r/pjx2k7/one-world-one-sky-big-birds-adventure)

- When: 2026-10-18 10:30-11:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 600 Independence Avenue SW, Washington, DC (38.8871904, -77.0208887)
- Ages: 0 to 6
- Category: kids
- Topics: planetarium, sesame-street
- About: Sesame Street planetarium show for young children.
- Source: https://washingtonparent.com/dc-kids-events/#!/details/one-world-one-sky-big-bird-s-adventure/20023922/2026-10-11T10
- Distance: about 55 min drive from the town center (30 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Planet Word's 6th Anniversary Community Day](https://wknd.app/r/buckaj/planet-words-6th-anniversary-community-day)

- When: 2026-10-18 12:00-16:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 925 13th Street NW, Washington, DC (38.9022279, -77.0293023)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: festival
- Topics: anniversary, community-day, exhibits
- About: Celebrate six years of Planet Word with signature exhibit experiences.
- Source: https://planetwordmuseum.org/events/planet-words-6th-anniversary-community-day/
- Distance: about 55 min drive from the town center (30 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [One World, One Sky: Big Bird's Adventure at the National Air and Space Museum](https://wknd.app/r/u8wscm/one-world-one-sky-big-birds-adventure-at-the-national-air)

- When: 2026-10-18 10:30-10:55 (America/New_York), and 21 more dates
- Scarcity: daily
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: National Air and Space Museum, 650 Jefferson Dr SW, Washington, DC 20560 (38.8886847, -77.0197731)
- Ages: 0 to 6
- Price: free
- Category: kids
- Topics: little-kids, indoor, science
- About: Free 25-minute planetarium show where Big Bird and Elmo explore the night sky. For families with young children; shown Thu and Sun at 10:30 am. Free timed-entry passes required.
- Source: https://airandspace.si.edu/whats-on/events/one-world-one-sky-big-birds-adventure
- Distance: about 55 min drive from the town center (30.1 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoMa infant events](https://wknd.app/f/djsmnm/noma-infant-events)

### [Turkish Festival](https://wknd.app/r/pzsvat/turkish-festival)

- When: 2026-10-18 11:00-18:30 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 300 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington, DC (38.891412, -77.015362)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: festival
- Topics: fall, turkish, culture, food, music, dance, kids, bazaar, free
- About: The 24th annual Turkish Festival shuts down Pennsylvania Avenue for a free day of Turkish culture. Expect authentic kebabs, baklava and Turkish coffee, folk dance and live music, a bazaar of ceramics, jewelry and textiles, plus cultural exhibits and a kids tent with hands-on activities. Organized by the American Turkish Association of DC.
- Source: https://turkishfestival.org
- Distance: about 55 min drive from the town center (30.4 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Fall events in DC](https://wknd.app/f/96g4j7/fall-events-in-dc)

### [Chucho Valdés 85th Birthday Celebration](https://wknd.app/r/x6h747/chucho-valdes-85th-birthday-celebration)

- When: 2026-10-18 19:30 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 5301 Tuckerman Lane, North Bethesda, MD 20852 (39.0316783, -77.1029459)
- Ages: all ages
- Category: concert
- Topics: live-music, jazz, world, latin
- About: The Cuban jazz piano legend marks his 85th birthday with guests Joe Lovano and Etienne Charles at the Music Center. Expect an evening of Afro-Cuban jazz and Latin big-band energy from one of the genre's most decorated living masters.
- Source: https://strathmore.org/events-tickets/in-the-music-center/chucho-valdes
- Distance: about 55 min drive from the town center (31.6 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Live music in the DMV](https://wknd.app/f/napgfx/live-music-in-the-dmv)

### [Our Prehistoric Park](https://wknd.app/r/43ckh8/our-prehistoric-park)

- When: 2026-10-18 10:00-11:30 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 8700 Potomac Hills St, Great Falls, VA 22066 (39.01873, -77.24606)
- Ages: 4 to 120
- Price: $12.00
- Category: kids
- Topics: prehistoric, sharks, fossils, nature
- About: Learn about prehistoric sharks, fish, and reptiles at Riverbend Park (page shows 10:00 am to 11:30 pm, likely a typo for am).
- Source: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/riverbend/our-prehistoric-park/101826
- Distance: about 60 min drive from the town center (25.7 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [BSF/LSF 54th Annual School Fair](https://wknd.app/r/uudtjt/bsf-lsf-54th-annual-school-fair)

- When: 2026-10-18 14:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 4200 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC 20008 (38.94504, -77.0648)
- Ages: 0 to 18
- Category: civic
- Topics: school-fair, education, admissions, family
- About: 54th annual BSF/LSF school fair at the University of the District of Columbia Student Center, connecting families with local schools.
- Source: https://www.eventbrite.com/b/dc--washington/family-and-education/
- Distance: about 60 min drive from the town center (29.6 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Baby Yoga & Play (precrawlers) at Breathing Space Studio](https://wknd.app/r/ghasyy/baby-yoga-play-precrawlers-at-breathing-space-studio)

- When: 2026-10-18 11:30 (America/New_York), and 1 more date
- Scarcity: few_dates
- Cadence: run
- Where: Breathing Space Studio, 641 Pennsylvania Ave SE, Washington, DC 20003 (38.88467, -76.99708)
- Ages: 0 to 1
- Category: kids
- Topics: indoor, little-kids, workshop
- About: Sunday baby yoga and play for newborns to pre-crawlers with a caregiver at the Breathing Space studio on Pennsylvania Avenue SE. October dates from the Breathing Space calendar; registration required.
- Source: https://families.breathingspacedc.com/dmn4239/calendar.aspx
- Distance: about 60 min drive from the town center (31.1 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoMa infant events](https://wknd.app/f/djsmnm/noma-infant-events)

### [Preschooler Family Yoga & Creative Movement at Hill Center (Breathing Space)](https://wknd.app/r/crzxx9/preschooler-family-yoga-creative-movement-at-hill-center)

- When: 2026-10-18 10:00-10:45 (America/New_York), and 7 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Hill Center DC, 921 Pennsylvania Avenue SE, Washington, DC 20003 (38.88307, -76.99326)
- Ages: 1 to 4
- Category: kids
- Topics: indoor, little-kids, workshop
- About: Sunday family yoga and creative movement for ages 21 months to 4 years with a caregiver, a Breathing Space series at Hill Center. Registration through Breathing Space; price shown at checkout.
- Source: https://families.breathingspacedc.com/dmn4239/class.aspx?cls=1047084
- Distance: about 60 min drive from the town center (31.3 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoMa infant events](https://wknd.app/f/djsmnm/noma-infant-events)

### [American Roots Concert Series: Horace Trahan and The Ossun Express](https://wknd.app/r/7zn8v7/american-roots-concert-series-horace-trahan-and-the-ossun)

- When: 2026-10-18 16:30-18:30 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 921 Pennsylvania Avenue SE, Washington, DC 20003 (38.8830167, -76.9931347)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: concert
- Topics: cajun, live-music
- About: Free Cajun concert in the American Roots series; family-friendly.
- Source: https://www.hillcenterdc.org/event/american-roots-concert-series-horace-trahan-the-ossun-express/
- Distance: about 60 min drive from the town center (31.3 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Drag Story Hour with Tiffany D. Carter](https://wknd.app/r/535fsf/drag-story-hour-with-tiffany-d-carter)

- When: 2026-10-18 11:00-12:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 4203 9th Street NW, Washington, DC 20011 (38.94221, -77.02485)
- Ages: 0 to 12
- Price: free
- Category: reading
- Topics: storytime, bookstore, lgbtq, free, petworth
- About: Free story hour where drag storyteller Tiffany D. Carter reads books to kids; RSVP is requested and, for safety, adults must be accompanied by a child.
- Source: https://loyaltybookstores.com/events
- Distance: about 60 min drive from the town center (31.4 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Drag Story Hour at Loyalty Bookstores](https://wknd.app/r/7va63c/drag-story-hour-at-loyalty-bookstores)

- When: 2026-10-18 11:00-12:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: Loyalty Bookstores, 4203 9th St NW, Washington, DC 20011 (38.94221, -77.02485)
- Ages: 0 to 12
- Price: free
- Category: kids
- Topics: storytime, drag-story-hour, bookstore, lgbtq
- About: Free monthly drag story hour with special guest readers at Loyalty's Petworth shop.
- Source: https://loyaltybookstores.com/events
- Distance: about 60 min drive from the town center (31.4 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [The Roost Ancient World Wine Fest](https://wknd.app/r/vqfbhd/the-roost-ancient-world-wine-fest)

- When: 2026-10-18 12:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: The Roost, 1401 Pennsylvania Ave SE, Washington, DC 20003 (38.879698, -76.984796)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: $45.00
- Category: food
- Topics: wine, tasting, ancient-world
- About: Wine festival at The Roost food hall pouring wines from ancient wine regions, with food vendors on site. $45 per person, starts at noon.
- Source: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-roost-ancient-world-wine-fest-tickets-1998600624268
- Distance: about 60 min drive from the town center (31.6 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Wine and beer events in the DMV](https://wknd.app/f/c89qhf/wine-and-beer-events-in-the-dmv)

### [FRESHFARM Union Market District Farmers Market](https://wknd.app/r/5ecu26/freshfarm-union-market-district-farmers-market)

- When: 2026-10-18 10:00-14:00 (America/New_York), and 6 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: 1298 5th St NE, Washington, DC 20002 (38.90859, -76.99835)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: market
- Topics: farmers-market, local-produce, family-friendly, snap-ebt
- About: Sunday market adjacent to Union Market with produce, pastured meats, artisan baked goods, roasted coffee, prepared foods, and local flowers.
- Source: https://www.freshfarm.org/markets/union-market-district
- Distance: about 60 min drive from the town center (31.7 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Halloween Family Storytime!](https://wknd.app/r/mr3ggu/halloween-family-storytime)

- When: 2026-10-18 10:30-11:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 21 Maryland Avenue, Rockville, MD 20850 (39.0864969, -77.1515308)
- Ages: 0 to 5
- Price: free
- Category: reading
- Topics: halloween, storytime
- About: Not-so-spooky Halloween stories; costume optional.
- Source: https://mcpl.libnet.info/events?t=Storytime&r=thismonth
- Distance: about 60 min drive from the town center (32.6 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Bilingual Storytime (English/French)](https://wknd.app/r/b4ywub/bilingual-storytime-english-french)

- When: 2026-10-18 11:00-11:30 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 900 Wayne Avenue, Silver Spring, MD 20910 (38.9949423, -77.0246713)
- Ages: 0 to 7
- Price: free
- Category: reading
- Topics: bilingual, french, storytime
- About: Bilingual English/French storytime.
- Source: https://mcpl.libnet.info/events?t=Storytime&r=thismonth
- Distance: about 60 min drive from the town center (33.3 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Takács Quartet Plays Haydn, Simon & Schubert](https://wknd.app/r/zwmce6/takacs-quartet-plays-haydn-simon-schubert)

- When: 2026-10-18 15:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: Gildenhorn Recital Hall, 8270 Alumni Dr, College Park, MD 20742 (38.9900185, -76.9494232)
- Ages: all ages
- Category: concert
- Topics: live-music, classical
- About: The Grammy-winning Takács Quartet plays Haydn, Carlos Simon, and Schubert in the Clarice's Dekelboum Concert Hall. A Sunday afternoon of top-tier chamber music. Student tickets available for $15.
- Source: https://theclarice.umd.edu/events/takacs-quartet-plays-haydn-simon-schubert
- Distance: about 70 min drive from the town center (36.6 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Live music in the DMV](https://wknd.app/f/napgfx/live-music-in-the-dmv)

### [Paws and Paints @ 868 Estate Vineyards](https://wknd.app/r/edz7yv/paws-and-paints-868-estate-vineyards)

- When: 2026-10-18 13:00-15:30 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 14001 Harpers Ferry Road, Purcellville, VA 20132 (39.2314728, -77.739877)
- Ages: all ages
- Category: class
- Topics: wine, painting, class, charity, pets
- About: Paint a portrait of your pet at 868 Estate Vineyards in Purcellville. Ticket includes a glass of wine or soda, and $10 of each ticket is donated to Margaret Saving Grace Bully Rescue.
- Source: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/paws-and-paints-868-estate-vineyards-tickets-1983734980728
- Distance: about 75 min drive from the town center (36.8 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Wine and beer events in the DMV](https://wknd.app/f/c89qhf/wine-and-beer-events-in-the-dmv)

## Monday, October 19

### [Sensory Storytime (Oakton)](https://wknd.app/r/pgzqhs/sensory-storytime-oakton)

- When: 2026-10-19 10:30-11:30 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 10304 Lynnhaven Place, Oakton, VA 22124 (38.88395, -77.30232)
- Ages: 0 to 5
- Category: kids
- Topics: storytime, sensory-friendly
- About: Sensory-friendly storytime at Oakton Library.
- Source: https://librarycalendar.fairfaxcounty.gov/event/16875435
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (16.8 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [Southside Park Habitat Restoration](https://wknd.app/r/e4huce/southside-park-habitat-restoration)

- When: 2026-10-19 10:00-12:00 (America/New_York), and 10 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: 1317 Ross Drive SW, Vienna, VA 22180 (38.88071, -77.25194)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: civic
- Topics: volunteer, habitat-restoration, nature, parks, invasive-plants
- About: Volunteers improve habitat at Southside Park by removing invasive plants and learning about native plants and wildlife, meeting Mondays 10am to 12pm at the Ware-Walker entrance with sign-up appreciated but not required.
- Source: https://www.viennava.gov/Events-directory
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (18.8 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [Baby Steps at Kings Park Library](https://wknd.app/r/td5bj5/baby-steps-at-kings-park-library)

- When: 2026-10-19 10:30-11:15 (America/New_York), and 7 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Kings Park Library, 9000 Burke Lake Road, Burke, VA 22015 (38.80746, -77.25635)
- Ages: 0 to 2
- Price: free
- Category: kids
- Topics: storytime, books, little-kids, indoor
- About: A baby storytime with rhymes, songs, and early literacy activities designed for new babies and their caregivers. No registration; space is limited and tickets are handed out at the information desk before the program.
- Source: https://librarycalendar.fairfaxcounty.gov/event/15345880
- Distance: about 40 min drive from the town center (16.2 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [Halloween Fun Scavenger Hunt](https://wknd.app/r/ra4qnc/halloween-fun-scavenger-hunt)

- When: 2026-10-19 10:00-18:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 768 Center Street, Herndon, VA 20170 (38.97184, -77.38704)
- Ages: 3 to 12
- Category: kids
- Topics: halloween, scavenger-hunt, games
- About: Halloween-themed scavenger hunt at the Herndon Fortnightly Library info desk.
- Source: https://librarycalendar.fairfaxcounty.gov/event/17542476
- Distance: about 40 min drive from the town center (19 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [Maker Monday: LEGO Club](https://wknd.app/r/ywxgmq/maker-monday-lego-club)

- When: 2026-10-19 16:30-18:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 768 Center Street, Herndon, VA 20170 (38.97184, -77.38704)
- Ages: 5 to 12
- Category: kids
- Topics: lego, makers, steam
- About: Monday LEGO building club in the Herndon Maker Lab.
- Source: https://librarycalendar.fairfaxcounty.gov/event/17277612
- Distance: about 40 min drive from the town center (19 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [Read to the Dog: Molly!](https://wknd.app/r/mysshj/read-to-the-dog-molly)

- When: 2026-10-19 17:00-17:45 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 7584 Leesburg Pike, Falls Church, VA 22043 (38.9069, -77.20643)
- Ages: 5 to 12
- Category: kids
- Topics: reading, therapy-dog
- About: Read-to-a-therapy-dog sessions with Molly (three slots merged).
- Source: https://librarycalendar.fairfaxcounty.gov/event/17211375
- Distance: about 40 min drive from the town center (21.8 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [Fall Storytime at Mary Riley Styles Library](https://wknd.app/r/j4vqyy/fall-storytime-at-mary-riley-styles-library)

- When: 2026-10-19 10:30-11:00 (America/New_York), and 9 more dates
- Scarcity: daily
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Mary Riley Styles Public Library, 120 N. Virginia Ave., Falls Church, VA (38.8858606, -77.1746367)
- Ages: 0 to 3
- Category: kids
- Topics: books
- About: Songs, stories and rhymes with early-literacy playtime until noon for ages 18 months to 4 years.
- Source: https://www.mrspl.org/event/fall-storytime-36838
- Distance: about 40 min drive from the town center (22.5 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

45 min or farther:

### [Baby Storytime at Ashburn Library](https://wknd.app/r/6v9jvg/baby-storytime-at-ashburn-library)

- When: 2026-10-19 10:00-10:30 (America/New_York), and 4 more dates
- Scarcity: daily
- Cadence: run
- Where: Ashburn Library, 43316 Hay Road, Ashburn, VA 20147 (39.04615, -77.50261)
- Ages: 0 to 2
- Price: free
- Category: kids
- Topics: storytime, books, little-kids, indoor
- About: Lap rhymes, action songs and short interactive stories for babies from birth to 18 months with a caregiver, with playtime after the stories. Sessions run Monday and Thursday mornings at the Ashburn branch.
- Source: https://loudoun.libnet.info/event/17050331
- Distance: about 45 min drive from the town center (22.4 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [Toddler Storytime at Cascades Library](https://wknd.app/r/p7pz6a/toddler-storytime-at-cascades-library)

- When: 2026-10-19 10:00-10:30 (America/New_York), and 2 more dates
- Scarcity: few_dates
- Cadence: run
- Where: Cascades Library, 21030 Whitfield Place, Potomac Falls, VA 20165 (39.03321, -77.39476)
- Ages: 1 to 3
- Price: free
- Category: kids
- Topics: storytime, books, little-kids, indoor
- About: Rhymes, songs, stories and movement for children 18 months to 3 years with a caregiver. Held Monday mornings in Meeting Room B at Cascades.
- Source: https://loudoun.libnet.info/event/14725881
- Distance: about 45 min drive from the town center (22.7 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [DPR Cooperative Play (18-29 months) at Volta Park](https://wknd.app/r/rfdkdq/dpr-cooperative-play-18-29-months-at-volta-park)

- When: 2026-10-19 09:00-12:00 (America/New_York), and 160 more dates
- Scarcity: daily
- Cadence: daily
- Where: Volta Park Recreation Center, 1555 34th St NW, Washington, DC 20007 (38.9101, -77.0669112)
- Ages: 1 to 2
- Category: class
- Topics: little-kids, indoor
- About: DPR parent co-op play program for ages 18 to 29 months (the Bunnies), weekday mornings 9am to 12pm through the school year. Registration required.
- Source: https://dpr.dc.gov/page/cooperative-play-locations
- Distance: about 50 min drive from the town center (28.4 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoMa infant events](https://wknd.app/f/djsmnm/noma-infant-events)

### [DPR Cooperative Play: 2.5-4 years at Volta Park](https://wknd.app/r/u92jac/dpr-cooperative-play-2-5-4-years-at-volta-park)

- When: 2026-10-19 09:00-12:00 (America/New_York), and 53 more dates
- Scarcity: daily
- Cadence: daily
- Where: 1555 34th Street NW, Washington, DC (38.91011, -77.0668)
- Ages: 1 to 4
- Category: kids
- Topics: preschool, playgroup, toddlers, cooperative-play, dc-dpr
- About: Cooperative play program for ages 2.5 to 4 years, Monday through Friday 9am to 12pm, at Volta Park Recreation Center.
- Source: https://dpr.dc.gov/page/cooperative-play-locations
- Distance: about 50 min drive from the town center (28.4 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Learn and PlayGroup at Del Pepper (Monday)](https://wknd.app/r/ppqmgq/learn-and-playgroup-at-del-pepper-monday)

- When: 2026-10-19 10:30-12:00 (America/New_York), and 33 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Del Pepper Community Center, 4850 Mark Center Dr, Alexandria, VA (38.8299343, -77.1191301)
- Ages: 0 to 5
- Category: kids
- Topics: indoor
- About: Free weekly parent-child playgroup for ages 0 to 5 at Del Pepper Community Center; application required.
- Source: http://centerforalexandriaschildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/ENGLISH-Weekly-Schedule-1.pdf
- Distance: about 55 min drive from the town center (23.7 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [Baby Lapsit Storytime at Shirlington Library](https://wknd.app/r/rrr5uk/baby-lapsit-storytime-at-shirlington-library)

- When: 2026-10-19 14:00-14:45 (America/New_York), and 49 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Shirlington Library, 4200 Campbell Ave, Arlington, VA (38.8406114, -77.0904637)
- Ages: 0 to 1
- Category: kids
- Topics: books
- About: Songs, rhymes and manipulatives for babies 0 to 12 months at the Shirlington branch; first-come seating.
- Source: https://arlingtonva.libcal.com/event/10128061
- Distance: about 55 min drive from the town center (25.4 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [Toddler Cafe Creations in Leesburg](https://wknd.app/r/2gwkh9/toddler-cafe-creations-in-leesburg)

- When: 2026-10-19 10:00-11:30 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: Douglass Community Center, 407 East Market Street, Leesburg, VA (39.1095332, -77.5548852)
- Ages: 1 to 3
- Category: kids
- Topics: food
- About: One-time morning session for ages 1 to 3 at the Douglass Community Center in Leesburg.
- Source: https://prcsinfo.loudoun.gov/view/1005298707/8/
- Distance: about 55 min drive from the town center (26.7 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [Family Storytime](https://wknd.app/r/wuxwpa/family-storytime)

- When: 2026-10-19 10:30-11:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 10101 Glenolden Drive, Potomac, MD 20854 (39.0193362, -77.2078933)
- Ages: 0 to 12
- Price: free
- Category: reading
- Topics: storytime, family
- About: Stories and activities promoting language skills and imagination.
- Source: https://mcpl.libnet.info/events?t=Storytime&r=thismonth
- Distance: about 55 min drive from the town center (27 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [DPR Cooperative Play: 2.5-4 years at Guy Mason](https://wknd.app/r/u8bmvd/dpr-cooperative-play-2-5-4-years-at-guy-mason)

- When: 2026-10-19 09:00-12:00 (America/New_York), and 53 more dates
- Scarcity: daily
- Cadence: daily
- Where: 3600 Calvert Street NW, Washington, DC (38.92216, -77.0712)
- Ages: 1 to 4
- Category: kids
- Topics: preschool, playgroup, toddlers, cooperative-play, dc-dpr
- About: Cooperative play program for ages 2.5 to 4 years, Monday through Friday 9am to 12pm, at Guy Mason Recreation Center.
- Source: https://dpr.dc.gov/page/cooperative-play-locations
- Distance: about 55 min drive from the town center (28.6 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [DPR Cooperative Play (18-29 months) at Rose Park](https://wknd.app/r/v24wp2/dpr-cooperative-play-18-29-months-at-rose-park)

- When: 2026-10-19 09:00-12:00 (America/New_York), and 160 more dates
- Scarcity: daily
- Cadence: daily
- Where: Rose Park Recreation Center, 2609 Dumbarton St NW, Washington, DC 20007 (38.9077926, -77.0554106)
- Ages: 1 to 2
- Category: class
- Topics: little-kids, indoor
- About: DPR parent co-op play program for ages 18 to 29 months, weekday mornings 9am to 12pm through the school year. Registration required; caregiver participation is part of the co-op model.
- Source: https://dpr.dc.gov/page/cooperative-play-locations
- Distance: about 55 min drive from the town center (28.8 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoMa infant events](https://wknd.app/f/djsmnm/noma-infant-events)

### [Portrait Gallery Kids at the National Portrait Gallery](https://wknd.app/r/q8etdp/portrait-gallery-kids-at-the-national-portrait-gallery)

- When: 2026-10-19 11:30-12:30 (America/New_York), and 10 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: National Portrait Gallery, 8th St NW & G St NW, Washington, DC 20004 (38.8950982, -77.0363849)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: art
- Topics: little-kids, drop-in, indoor, art, books, crafts
- About: Drop-in Mondays with educators in the Education Center: close looking at art, hands-on activities, music, and story times for children and families. Free.
- Source: https://npg.si.edu/families
- Distance: about 55 min drive from the town center (29.4 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoMa infant events](https://wknd.app/f/djsmnm/noma-infant-events)

### [El Marsam: Modern and Contemporary Art from Egypt](https://wknd.app/r/jk7s5x/el-marsam-modern-and-contemporary-art-from-egypt)

- When: 2026-10-19 10:00-17:00 (America/New_York), and 31 more dates
- Scarcity: daily
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Middle East Institute, 1763 N St NW, Washington, DC 20036 (38.9074288, -77.04092)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: exhibit
- Topics: art, egyptian-art, modern-art, contemporary, middle-east, dupont-circle
- About: One of the first US exhibitions devoted exclusively to modern and contemporary Egyptian art, with more than 40 works tracing nearly a century of Egyptian art. Pioneering modernists like Mahmoud Said and Inji Efflatoun appear alongside contemporary artists including Youssef Nabil, many shown in the US for the first time. Free at the Middle East Institute's Dupont Circle gallery.
- Source: https://mei.edu/exhibition/el-marsam-modern-and-contemporary-art-from-egypt/
- Distance: about 55 min drive from the town center (29.6 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Art events in the DMV](https://wknd.app/f/nfn8xc/art-events-in-the-dmv)

### [Baby Jam](https://wknd.app/r/p68tpq/baby-jam)

- When: 2026-10-19 14:30-15:00 (America/New_York), and 10 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20004 (38.89474, -77.03043)
- Ages: 0 to 3
- Category: kids
- Topics: music, babies, toddlers, weekly
- About: Weekly music program for ages 0-3 at the National Children's Museum; advanced tickets encouraged.
- Source: https://washington.org/find-dc-listings/national-childrens-museum
- Distance: about 55 min drive from the town center (29.7 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Afternoon Story Time for the Spectrum](https://wknd.app/r/tkqk25/afternoon-story-time-for-the-spectrum)

- When: 2026-10-19 16:00-16:30 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 901 G Street NW, Washington, DC 20001 (38.8986914, -77.0247662)
- Ages: 0 to 12
- Price: free
- Category: reading
- Topics: autism, accessibility, sensory-friendly
- About: Story time designed for children of all abilities, especially children on the autism spectrum.
- Source: https://dclibrary.libnet.info/events?a=Birth+-+5&r=thismonth
- Distance: about 55 min drive from the town center (30.1 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Portrait Gallery Kids](https://wknd.app/r/yr98rd/portrait-gallery-kids)

- When: 2026-10-19 11:30-12:30 (America/New_York), and 10 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: 8th and G Streets NW, Washington, DC (38.89846, -77.02293)
- Ages: 0 to 12
- Price: free
- Category: kids
- Topics: art, family-program, hands-on
- About: Free weekly program where children and families explore colors, emotions, STEM, and history through close looking, art, music, and movement.
- Source: https://npg.si.edu/learn/families
- Distance: about 55 min drive from the town center (30.2 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Magnetic Tile Monday](https://wknd.app/r/2zpt8f/magnetic-tile-monday)

- When: 2026-10-19 15:00-16:30 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 155 L Street NW, Washington, DC (38.9039919, -77.0138624)
- Ages: 0 to 12
- Price: free
- Category: kids
- Topics: magna-tiles, stem
- About: Drop in to build and create with Magna-Tiles.
- Source: https://dclibrary.libnet.info/events?a=Birth+-+5&r=thismonth
- Distance: about 55 min drive from the town center (30.8 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Baby Time at Duncan Library (early session)](https://wknd.app/r/8f8t74/baby-time-at-duncan-library-early-session)

- When: 2026-10-19 10:15-10:45 (America/New_York), and 49 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library, 2501 Commonwealth Avenue, Alexandria, VA (38.8278102, -77.060611)
- Ages: 0 to 2
- Category: kids
- Topics: books
- About: Morning baby session with rhymes and movement for ages 0 to 14 months; free tickets required.
- Source: http://alexlibraryva.org/event/11665815
- Distance: about 60 min drive from the town center (26.6 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [Baby Time at Duncan Library (late session)](https://wknd.app/r/x7snad/baby-time-at-duncan-library-late-session)

- When: 2026-10-19 11:15-11:45 (America/New_York), and 49 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library, 2501 Commonwealth Avenue, Alexandria, VA (38.8278102, -77.060611)
- Ages: 0 to 2
- Category: kids
- Topics: books
- About: Second morning baby session with rhymes and movement for ages 0 to 14 months; free tickets required.
- Source: http://alexlibraryva.org/event/11665815
- Distance: about 60 min drive from the town center (26.6 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [DPR Cooperative Play: 2.5-4 years at Friendship](https://wknd.app/r/ha3cse/dpr-cooperative-play-2-5-4-years-at-friendship)

- When: 2026-10-19 09:00-12:00 (America/New_York), and 53 more dates
- Scarcity: daily
- Cadence: daily
- Where: 4500 Van Ness Street NW, Washington, DC (38.94265, -77.08829)
- Ages: 1 to 4
- Category: kids
- Topics: preschool, playgroup, toddlers, cooperative-play, dc-dpr
- About: Cooperative play program for ages 2.5 to 4 years, Monday through Friday 9am to 12pm, at Friendship Recreation Center.
- Source: https://dpr.dc.gov/page/cooperative-play-locations
- Distance: about 60 min drive from the town center (28.5 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [DPR Cooperative Play: 2.5-4 years at Chevy Chase](https://wknd.app/r/nu5dd6/dpr-cooperative-play-2-5-4-years-at-chevy-chase)

- When: 2026-10-19 09:00-12:00 (America/New_York), and 53 more dates
- Scarcity: daily
- Cadence: daily
- Where: 5601 Connecticut Avenue NW, Washington, DC (38.96517, -77.07511)
- Ages: 1 to 4
- Category: kids
- Topics: preschool, playgroup, toddlers, cooperative-play, dc-dpr
- About: Cooperative play program for ages 2.5 to 4 years, Monday through Friday 9am to 12pm, at Chevy Chase Community Center.
- Source: https://dpr.dc.gov/page/cooperative-play-locations
- Distance: about 60 min drive from the town center (30 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [DPR Cooperative Play: 18-29 months at Chevy Chase](https://wknd.app/r/w3rvek/dpr-cooperative-play-18-29-months-at-chevy-chase)

- When: 2026-10-19 09:00-12:00 (America/New_York), and 53 more dates
- Scarcity: daily
- Cadence: daily
- Where: 5601 Connecticut Avenue NW, Washington, DC (38.96517, -77.07511)
- Ages: 1 to 4
- Category: kids
- Topics: preschool, playgroup, toddlers, cooperative-play, dc-dpr
- About: Cooperative play program for ages 18 months to 4 years, Monday through Friday 9am to 12pm, at Chevy Chase Community Center.
- Source: https://dpr.dc.gov/page/cooperative-play-locations
- Distance: about 60 min drive from the town center (30 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [DPR Cooperative Play (18-29 months) at Columbia Heights](https://wknd.app/r/2n4bu4/dpr-cooperative-play-18-29-months-at-columbia-heights)

- When: 2026-10-19 09:00-12:00 (America/New_York), and 160 more dates
- Scarcity: daily
- Cadence: daily
- Where: Columbia Heights Community Center, 1480 Girard St NW, Washington, DC 20009 (38.9252387, -77.0350952)
- Ages: 1 to 2
- Category: class
- Topics: little-kids, indoor
- About: DPR parent co-op play program for ages 18 to 29 months (the Caterpillars), weekday mornings 9am to 12pm through the school year. Registration required.
- Source: https://dpr.dc.gov/page/cooperative-play-locations
- Distance: about 60 min drive from the town center (30.4 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoMa infant events](https://wknd.app/f/djsmnm/noma-infant-events)

### [DPR Cooperative Play: 2.5-4 years at Columbia Heights](https://wknd.app/r/daxft7/dpr-cooperative-play-2-5-4-years-at-columbia-heights)

- When: 2026-10-19 09:00-12:00 (America/New_York), and 53 more dates
- Scarcity: daily
- Cadence: daily
- Where: 1480 Girard Street NW, Washington, DC (38.92515, -77.03505)
- Ages: 1 to 4
- Category: kids
- Topics: preschool, playgroup, toddlers, cooperative-play, dc-dpr
- About: Cooperative play program for ages 2.5 to 4 years, Monday through Friday 9am to 12pm, at Columbia Heights Community Center.
- Source: https://dpr.dc.gov/page/cooperative-play-locations
- Distance: about 60 min drive from the town center (30.4 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [DPR Cooperative Play (18-29 months) at Raymond Rec Center](https://wknd.app/r/zsse8s/dpr-cooperative-play-18-29-months-at-raymond-rec-center)

- When: 2026-10-19 09:00-12:00 (America/New_York), and 160 more dates
- Scarcity: daily
- Cadence: daily
- Where: Raymond Recreation Center, 3725 10th St NW, Washington, DC 20010 (38.9360153, -77.0270882)
- Ages: 1 to 2
- Category: class
- Topics: little-kids, indoor
- About: DPR parent co-op play program for ages 18 to 29 months, weekday mornings 9am to 12pm through the school year. Registration required; caregiver participation is part of the co-op model.
- Source: https://dpr.dc.gov/page/cooperative-play-locations
- Distance: about 60 min drive from the town center (31.1 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoMa infant events](https://wknd.app/f/djsmnm/noma-infant-events)

### [Toddler Explorations at Northeast Neighborhood Library](https://wknd.app/r/g4m3wx/toddler-explorations-at-northeast-neighborhood-library)

- When: 2026-10-19 11:00-12:00 (America/New_York), and 8 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Northeast Neighborhood Library, 330 7th St NE, Washington, DC 20002 (38.8944277, -76.9964173)
- Ages: 0 to 2
- Price: free
- Category: reading
- Topics: little-kids, drop-in, stroller-ok, indoor
- About: Open-ended play and exploration for toddlers with caregivers. Free drop-in every Monday morning.
- Source: https://dclibrary.libnet.info/event/15279046
- Distance: about 60 min drive from the town center (31.4 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoMa infant events](https://wknd.app/f/djsmnm/noma-infant-events)

### [Toddler Explorations at Anacostia Neighborhood Library](https://wknd.app/r/x8fgmt/toddler-explorations-at-anacostia-neighborhood-library)

- When: 2026-10-19 10:30-11:00 (America/New_York), and 1 more date
- Scarcity: few_dates
- Cadence: run
- Where: Anacostia Neighborhood Library, 1800 Marion Barry Ave SE, Washington, DC 20020 (38.8660175, -76.978544)
- Ages: 0 to 2
- Price: free
- Category: reading
- Topics: little-kids, drop-in, stroller-ok, indoor
- About: Open-ended play and exploration for toddlers with caregivers. Free drop-in on Monday mornings; only two October dates are currently posted.
- Source: https://dclibrary.libnet.info/event/17534386
- Distance: about 60 min drive from the town center (31.6 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoMa infant events](https://wknd.app/f/djsmnm/noma-infant-events)

### [DPR Cooperative Play (18-29 months) at Turkey Thicket](https://wknd.app/r/dm29ar/dpr-cooperative-play-18-29-months-at-turkey-thicket)

- When: 2026-10-19 09:00-12:00 (America/New_York), and 160 more dates
- Scarcity: daily
- Cadence: daily
- Where: Turkey Thicket Recreation Center, 1100 Michigan Ave NE, Washington, DC 20017 (38.9380885, -76.9928164)
- Ages: 1 to 2
- Category: class
- Topics: little-kids, indoor
- About: DPR parent co-op play program for ages 18 to 29 months, weekday mornings 9am to 12pm through the school year. Registration required; caregiver participation is part of the co-op model.
- Source: https://dpr.dc.gov/page/cooperative-play-locations
- Distance: about 65 min drive from the town center (32.8 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoMa infant events](https://wknd.app/f/djsmnm/noma-infant-events)

### [DPR Cooperative Play: 2.5-4 years at North Michigan Park](https://wknd.app/r/wszy9y/dpr-cooperative-play-2-5-4-years-at-north-michigan-park)

- When: 2026-10-19 09:00-12:00 (America/New_York), and 53 more dates
- Scarcity: daily
- Cadence: daily
- Where: 1333 Emerson Street NE, Washington, DC (38.94997, -76.98638)
- Ages: 1 to 4
- Category: kids
- Topics: preschool, playgroup, toddlers, cooperative-play, dc-dpr
- About: Cooperative play program for ages 2.5 to 4 years, Monday through Friday 9am to 12pm, at North Michigan Park Recreation Center.
- Source: https://dpr.dc.gov/page/cooperative-play-locations
- Distance: about 65 min drive from the town center (33.5 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [DPR Cooperative Play: 18-29 months at Ridge Road](https://wknd.app/r/5v3b6j/dpr-cooperative-play-18-29-months-at-ridge-road)

- When: 2026-10-19 09:00-12:00 (America/New_York), and 53 more dates
- Scarcity: daily
- Cadence: daily
- Where: 830 Ridge Road SE, Washington, DC (38.87601, -76.94024)
- Ages: 1 to 4
- Category: kids
- Topics: preschool, playgroup, toddlers, cooperative-play, dc-dpr
- About: Cooperative play program for ages 18 months to 4 years, Monday through Friday 9am to 12pm, at Ridge Road Community Center.
- Source: https://dpr.dc.gov/page/cooperative-play-locations
- Distance: about 65 min drive from the town center (33.8 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Ready 2 Read Storytime: Ages 3-5](https://wknd.app/r/s22mzg/ready-2-read-storytime-ages-3-5)

- When: 2026-10-19 10:15-10:45 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 3409 Rhode Island Avenue, Mount Rainier, MD 20712 (38.936681, -76.9607015)
- Ages: 3 to 5
- Price: free
- Category: reading
- Topics: storytime, preschool
- About: Preschool storytime with stories, songs, and fingerplays.
- Source: https://ww1.pgcmls.info/events?t=Storytime+or+Playday&r=thismonth
- Distance: about 65 min drive from the town center (34.3 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Family Storytime](https://wknd.app/r/3trbxn/family-storytime)

- When: 2026-10-19 13:30-14:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 11701 Georgia Avenue, Silver Spring, MD 20902 (39.0475094, -77.0513802)
- Ages: 0 to 5
- Price: free
- Category: reading
- Topics: storytime, family
- About: Family storytime in the multipurpose room.
- Source: https://mcpl.libnet.info/events?t=Storytime&r=thismonth
- Distance: about 65 min drive from the town center (34.4 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Outdoor Family Storytime](https://wknd.app/r/va4a8u/outdoor-family-storytime)

- When: 2026-10-19 11:00-11:30 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 8800 Garland Avenue, Silver Spring, MD 20901 (39.0007732, -77.0011956)
- Ages: 0 to 5
- Price: free
- Category: reading
- Topics: storytime, outdoor, family
- About: Outdoor storytime in the library courtyard.
- Source: https://mcpl.libnet.info/events?t=Storytime&r=thismonth
- Distance: about 65 min drive from the town center (34.6 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Preschool Storytime + Stay and Play](https://wknd.app/r/f28sqg/preschool-storytime-stay-and-play)

- When: 2026-10-19 10:30-11:30 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 4407 Aspen Hill Road, Rockville, MD 20853 (39.112695, -77.0873319)
- Ages: 3 to 5
- Price: free
- Category: reading
- Topics: storytime, preschool, play
- About: Storytime for preschool-age children and caregivers, followed by stay and play.
- Source: https://mcpl.libnet.info/events?t=Storytime&r=thismonth
- Distance: about 65 min drive from the town center (36.2 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Open Carving Days](https://wknd.app/r/kuybw7/open-carving-days)

- When: 2026-10-19 11:00-17:00 (America/New_York), and 6 more dates
- Scarcity: daily
- Cadence: run
- Where: 11401 Thrift Rd, Clinton, MD 20735 (38.73342, -76.91319)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: art
- Topics: wood-carving, live-art, nature-center, all-ages
- About: Watch artist Carving Colin bring two new wood sculptures to life during live carving demos at Clearwater Nature Center, weekdays through October 28.
- Source: https://www.pgparks.com/event_list/open-carving-days/2026-10-09
- Distance: about 75 min drive from the town center (33.6 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

## Tuesday, October 20

### [Toddler Story Time at Haymarket Gainesville Library](https://wknd.app/r/hf27xh/toddler-story-time-at-haymarket-gainesville-library)

- When: 2026-10-20 10:30-11:00 (America/New_York), and 48 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Haymarket Gainesville Library, 14870 Lightner Road, Haymarket, VA (38.8366141, -77.6321439)
- Ages: 1 to 3
- Category: kids
- Topics: books
- About: Weekly Tuesday storytime for toddlers 18 to 36 months at the Haymarket Gainesville branch.
- Source: https://www.burbio.com/states/Virginia/Prince-William/prince-william-public-library-system/Toddler-Story-Time-304632167
- Distance: about 20 min drive from the town center (9.4 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [Family Story Time (Montclair)](https://wknd.app/r/4q43p3/family-story-time-montclair)

- When: 2026-10-20 10:30-11:30 (America/New_York), and 1 more date
- Scarcity: few_dates
- Cadence: run
- Where: 5049 Waterway Drive, Dumfries, VA 22025 (38.61015, -77.35702)
- Ages: 0 to 6
- Category: kids
- Topics: storytime, family, weekly
- About: Weekly Tuesday family story time for combined ages at Montclair Library.
- Source: https://pwcgov.libnet.info/event/16808206
- Distance: about 25 min drive from the town center (12.4 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [Story Time: Space Spinners](https://wknd.app/r/vasjhm/story-time-space-spinners)

- When: 2026-10-20 11:00 (America/New_York), and 3 more dates
- Scarcity: few_dates
- Cadence: run
- Where: 14390 Air and Space Museum Pkwy, Chantilly, VA 20151 (38.91143, -77.44321)
- Ages: 0 to 5
- Price: free
- Category: kids
- Topics: storytime, space, weekly
- About: Weekly Tuesday and Thursday space-themed story time at the Udvar-Hazy Center.
- Source: https://airandspace.si.edu/whats-on/events/story-time-space-spinners-1
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (14 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [Toddler Storytime at Gum Spring Library](https://wknd.app/r/m6vt4n/toddler-storytime-at-gum-spring-library)

- When: 2026-10-20 10:00-10:30 (America/New_York), and 3 more dates
- Scarcity: few_dates
- Cadence: run
- Where: Gum Spring Library, 24600 Millstream Drive, Stone Ridge, VA 20105 (38.93753, -77.54568)
- Ages: 1 to 3
- Price: free
- Category: kids
- Topics: storytime, books, little-kids, indoor
- About: Rhymes, songs, stories and movement for toddlers 18 months to 3 years with a caregiver. Runs Tuesday and Thursday mornings in Meeting Room A at Gum Spring.
- Source: https://loudoun.libnet.info/event/14622713
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (14.9 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [Wonderful Ones Storytime at Pohick Regional Library](https://wknd.app/r/9z964j/wonderful-ones-storytime-at-pohick-regional-library)

- When: 2026-10-20 10:30-11:00 (America/New_York), and 48 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Pohick Regional Library, 6450 Sydenstricker Road, Burke, VA (38.7749322, -77.268109)
- Ages: 1 to 2
- Category: kids
- Topics: books
- About: Stories, songs and rhymes for one-year-olds; limited to 15 children with free tickets at the info desk.
- Source: https://librarycalendar.fairfaxcounty.gov/event/15412305
- Distance: about 40 min drive from the town center (14.9 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [Tots and Twos! at Kings Park Library](https://wknd.app/r/mwjxky/tots-and-twos-at-kings-park-library)

- When: 2026-10-20 10:30-11:15 (America/New_York), and 6 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Kings Park Library, 9000 Burke Lake Road, Burke, VA 22015 (38.80746, -77.25635)
- Ages: 1 to 3
- Price: free
- Category: kids
- Topics: storytime, books, little-kids, indoor
- About: A lap-sit style storytime for toddlers ages 18 to 36 months, with stories, songs, and fingerplays that build early literacy skills. Tickets are available at the information desk before the session and space is limited.
- Source: https://librarycalendar.fairfaxcounty.gov/event/15345932
- Distance: about 40 min drive from the town center (16.2 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [Toddler Storytime at Lorton Library](https://wknd.app/r/hqm8my/toddler-storytime-at-lorton-library)

- When: 2026-10-20 10:30-11:00 (America/New_York), and 6 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Lorton Library, 9520 Richmond Highway, Lorton, VA 22079 (38.6985, -77.21359)
- Ages: 1 to 3
- Price: free
- Category: kids
- Topics: storytime, books, little-kids, indoor
- About: An interactive storytime with books, songs, and movement for toddlers ages 18 to 36 months with an adult. Registration is required for each child attending.
- Source: https://librarycalendar.fairfaxcounty.gov/event/14765911
- Distance: about 40 min drive from the town center (17.5 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [Family Gym Time (Tue/Thu) at Lorton Community Center](https://wknd.app/r/mu62cc/family-gym-time-tue-thu-at-lorton-community-center)

- When: 2026-10-20 10:30-12:45 (America/New_York), and 11 more dates
- Scarcity: daily
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Lorton Community Center, 9520 Richmond Highway, Lorton, VA (38.6981514, -77.2141602)
- Ages: 1 to 12
- Category: kids
- Topics: indoor
- About: Weekday open gym play for families with toddlers; participants must be registered center members.
- Source: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/neighborhood-community-services/sites/neighborhood-community-services/files/Assets/documents/calendars/lorton-community-center-calendar.pdf
- Distance: about 40 min drive from the town center (17.5 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [Toddler Storytime at Thomas Jefferson Library](https://wknd.app/r/hfqq73/toddler-storytime-at-thomas-jefferson-library)

- When: 2026-10-20 10:30-11:00 (America/New_York), and 6 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Thomas Jefferson Library, 7415 Arlington Blvd, Falls Church, VA 22042 (38.8654, -77.20171)
- Ages: 1 to 3
- Price: free
- Category: kids
- Topics: storytime, books, little-kids, indoor
- About: A high-energy toddler storytime with singing, dancing, rhyming, and stories, followed by open play time. For children ages 1.5 to 3 years with a caregiver; pick up tickets at the information desk.
- Source: https://librarycalendar.fairfaxcounty.gov/event/11819639
- Distance: about 40 min drive from the town center (20.5 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [Baby Bounce and Read at Tysons-Pimmit Regional Library](https://wknd.app/r/ffwya9/baby-bounce-and-read-at-tysons-pimmit-regional-library)

- When: 2026-10-20 10:30-11:00 (America/New_York), and 48 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Tysons-Pimmit Regional Library, 7584 Leesburg Pike, Falls Church, VA (38.9069368, -77.2064356)
- Ages: 0 to 2
- Category: kids
- Topics: books
- About: Songs, bounces and stories for non-walking babies; space limited to 35, so arrive early.
- Source: https://librarycalendar.fairfaxcounty.gov/event/15445171
- Distance: about 40 min drive from the town center (21.8 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

45 min or farther:

### [Toddler Storytime at George Mason Regional Library](https://wknd.app/r/s98md9/toddler-storytime-at-george-mason-regional-library)

- When: 2026-10-20 10:30-11:00 (America/New_York), and 48 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: George Mason Regional Library, 7001 Little River Turnpike, Annandale, VA (38.8273459, -77.186237)
- Ages: 1 to 3
- Category: kids
- Topics: books
- About: Early literacy storytime with stories, songs and rhymes for toddlers 18 months to 3 years in Annandale.
- Source: https://librarycalendar.fairfaxcounty.gov/event/15894178
- Distance: about 45 min drive from the town center (20.2 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [Family Storytime at Central Library (early session)](https://wknd.app/r/32g4pj/family-storytime-at-central-library-early-session)

- When: 2026-10-20 10:15-10:45 (America/New_York), and 48 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Barbara M. Donnellan Auditorium, 1015 N Quincy St, Arlington, VA (38.8834242, -77.1077605)
- Ages: 0 to 5
- Category: kids
- Topics: books
- About: Tuesday morning storytime with stories, songs, rhymes and fingerplays for children 0 to 5; drop-in.
- Source: https://arlingtonva.libcal.com/event/11742194
- Distance: about 45 min drive from the town center (25.6 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [Early Bird Baby Lapsit Storytime](https://wknd.app/r/yuuaqb/early-bird-baby-lapsit-storytime)

- When: 2026-10-20 10:15-10:45 (America/New_York), and 6 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: 9830 Georgetown Pike, Great Falls, VA 22066 (38.99833, -77.28699)
- Ages: 0 to 2
- Category: kids
- Topics: storytime, babies, weekly
- About: Weekly Tuesday early-morning baby lapsit storytime.
- Source: https://librarycalendar.fairfaxcounty.gov/event/17184864
- Distance: about 50 min drive from the town center (23.3 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [Late Worm Baby Lapsit Storytime](https://wknd.app/r/nwytxd/late-worm-baby-lapsit-storytime)

- When: 2026-10-20 10:45-11:45 (America/New_York), and 6 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: 9830 Georgetown Pike, Great Falls, VA 22066 (38.99833, -77.28699)
- Ages: 0 to 2
- Category: kids
- Topics: storytime, babies, weekly
- About: Weekly Tuesday late-morning baby lapsit storytime.
- Source: https://librarycalendar.fairfaxcounty.gov/event/17184905
- Distance: about 50 min drive from the town center (23.3 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [Story Time (Kinder Haus Toys)](https://wknd.app/r/2yucvh/story-time-kinder-haus-toys)

- When: 2026-10-20 10:30-11:00 (America/New_York), and 11 more dates
- Scarcity: daily
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: 1220 N. Fillmore St., Arlington, VA 22201 (38.88733, -77.09326)
- Ages: 0 to 5
- Price: free
- Category: kids
- Topics: storytime, weekly, toy-store
- About: Free story time every Tuesday and Thursday at the toy store.
- Source: https://www.kinderhaus.com/events.html
- Distance: about 50 min drive from the town center (26.4 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [Learn and PlayGroup at Patrick Henry (Tuesday)](https://wknd.app/r/cw5rt3/learn-and-playgroup-at-patrick-henry-tuesday)

- When: 2026-10-20 10:30-12:00 (America/New_York), and 33 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Patrick Henry Rec Center, 4653 Taney Ave, Alexandria, VA (38.8162967, -77.1119468)
- Ages: 0 to 5
- Category: kids
- Topics: indoor
- About: Free weekly parent-child playgroup for ages 0 to 5 at Patrick Henry Rec Center; application required.
- Source: http://centerforalexandriaschildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/ENGLISH-Weekly-Schedule-1.pdf
- Distance: about 55 min drive from the town center (23.7 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [Family Storytime - Martes de niños](https://wknd.app/r/a4b3tz/family-storytime-martes-de-ninos)

- When: 2026-10-20 10:15-11:15 (America/New_York), and 5 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: 4701 Seminary Road, Alexandria, VA 22304 (38.82785, -77.10996)
- Ages: 0 to 5
- Category: kids
- Topics: storytime, spanish, weekly
- About: Weekly Tuesday Spanish family storytime (children's Tuesday) at Burke Branch.
- Source: https://alexlibraryva.org/event/16985216
- Distance: about 55 min drive from the town center (24 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [Toddler Tuesday at Burke Branch Library](https://wknd.app/r/huqybp/toddler-tuesday-at-burke-branch-library)

- When: 2026-10-20 10:15-11:15 (America/New_York), and 48 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library, 4701 Seminary Road, Alexandria, VA (38.8277784, -77.1098466)
- Ages: 0 to 5
- Category: kids
- Topics: books
- About: Stories, music and movement for ages 0 to 5 at the Burke branch of Alexandria Library.
- Source: https://alexlibraryva.org/event/10415356
- Distance: about 55 min drive from the town center (24.1 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [It's Toddler Time at Sherwood Regional Library](https://wknd.app/r/tcgznr/its-toddler-time-at-sherwood-regional-library)

- When: 2026-10-20 10:30-11:00 (America/New_York), and 48 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Sherwood Regional Library, 2501 Sherwood Hall Lane, Alexandria, VA (38.7434603, -77.0748661)
- Ages: 0 to 3
- Category: kids
- Topics: books
- About: Stories, music and movement for toddlers 18 to 35 months in Alexandria; registration required.
- Source: https://librarycalendar.fairfaxcounty.gov/event/15822508
- Distance: about 55 min drive from the town center (24.9 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [Play Date at NMNH](https://wknd.app/r/2h632u/play-date-at-nmnh)

- When: 2026-10-20 10:30-12:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 10th Street & Constitution Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20560 (38.89209, -77.02839)
- Ages: 0 to 5
- Price: free
- Category: kids
- Topics: early-childhood, play, fossils, spiders, free
- About: Weekly drop-in play dates for early learners with museum educators: Creature Features fossil edition Oct 13 and Awesome Arachnids Oct 20.
- Source: https://naturalhistory.si.edu/events/family-programs
- Distance: about 55 min drive from the town center (29.8 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Play Date at NMNH at the National Museum of Natural History](https://wknd.app/r/34j6bh/play-date-at-nmnh-at-the-national-museum-of-natural-history)

- When: 2026-10-20 10:30-12:00 (America/New_York), and 10 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: National Museum of Natural History, 10th St NW & Constitution Ave NW, Washington, DC 20560 (38.891245, -77.0259701)
- Ages: 0 to 5
- Price: free
- Category: kids
- Topics: little-kids, drop-in, indoor, science, crafts
- About: Drop-in Tuesday morning play dates for ages 0 to 5 with museum educators. Stories, objects, art, and hands-on play around a new weekly theme. Free, 10:30 am to noon.
- Source: https://naturalhistory.si.edu/events/family-programs
- Distance: about 55 min drive from the town center (29.8 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoMa infant events](https://wknd.app/f/djsmnm/noma-infant-events)

### [Play Date at NMNH: Awesome Arachnids!](https://wknd.app/r/zuwk3d/play-date-at-nmnh-awesome-arachnids)

- When: 2026-10-20 10:30-12:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 10th St & Constitution Ave NW, Washington, DC (38.89208, -77.02603)
- Ages: 0 to 5
- Price: free
- Category: kids
- Topics: play-date, arachnids, early-learners, hands-on
- About: Free drop-in early-learning program where children ages 0-5 and caregivers explore the world of spiders and other arachnids through play.
- Source: https://naturalhistory.si.edu/events/family-programs
- Distance: about 55 min drive from the town center (29.8 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Family Story Time at Goethe-Institut (Shaw Library)](https://wknd.app/r/rvcuvb/family-story-time-at-goethe-institut-shaw-library)

- When: 2026-10-20 10:30-11:00 (America/New_York), and 3 more dates
- Scarcity: few_dates
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Goethe-Institut Washington, 1377 R St NW, Washington, DC 20009 (38.91277, -77.03151)
- Ages: 0 to 5
- Price: free
- Category: kids
- Topics: books, storytime, indoor, little-kids, drop-in
- About: Shaw Library staff host this family story time at the Goethe-Institut while the branch is closed for renovation. Songs, rhymes and picture books for ages 0 to 5 with a caregiver. Free.
- Source: https://dclibrary.libnet.info/event/17533969
- Distance: about 55 min drive from the town center (30.2 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoMa infant events](https://wknd.app/f/djsmnm/noma-infant-events)

### [Playtime](https://wknd.app/r/gwfdr6/playtime)

- When: 2026-10-20 10:00-13:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: National Gallery of Art East Building Atrium, 4th Street and Constitution Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20565 (38.89124, -77.01663)
- Ages: 0 to 12
- Price: free
- Category: kids
- Topics: art, drop-in, hands-on
- About: Drop-in hands-on art activities for families in the East Building atrium.
- Source: https://www.nga.gov/calendar/playtime-0
- Distance: about 55 min drive from the town center (30.3 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Family Storytime + Playdate](https://wknd.app/r/7bq7v3/family-storytime-playdate)

- When: 2026-10-20 10:30-11:30 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 8005 Connecticut Avenue, Chevy Chase, MD 20815 (38.9911446, -77.0765288)
- Ages: 0 to 12
- Price: free
- Category: reading
- Topics: storytime, playdate
- About: Family storytime followed by a playdate.
- Source: https://mcpl.libnet.info/events?t=Storytime&r=thismonth
- Distance: about 55 min drive from the town center (30.9 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Bilingual Storytime - Hora de cuentos bilingue](https://wknd.app/r/x7p84b/bilingual-storytime-hora-de-cuentos-bilingue)

- When: 2026-10-20 10:30-10:45 (America/New_York), and 5 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: 717 Queen Street, Alexandria, VA 22314 (38.8076, -77.04718)
- Ages: 0 to 5
- Category: kids
- Topics: storytime, bilingual, spanish, weekly
- About: Weekly Tuesday bilingual storytime at Barrett Branch Library.
- Source: https://alexlibraryva.org/event/17601636
- Distance: about 60 min drive from the town center (27 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [Lego Hour (Duplos)](https://wknd.app/r/wycyz6/lego-hour-duplos)

- When: 2026-10-20 10:30-11:30 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 3310 Connecticut Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20008 (38.9338425, -77.0579128)
- Ages: 0 to 5
- Price: free
- Category: kids
- Topics: lego, duplos, play
- About: Play with Duplos in the Children's Room.
- Source: https://dclibrary.libnet.info/events?a=Birth+-+5&r=thismonth
- Distance: about 60 min drive from the town center (29.6 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Baby Storytime at Purcellville Library](https://wknd.app/r/n6bzcj/baby-storytime-at-purcellville-library)

- When: 2026-10-20 10:15-12:00 (America/New_York), and 1 more date
- Scarcity: few_dates
- Cadence: run
- Where: Purcellville Library, 220 East Main Street, Purcellville, VA 20132 (39.13642, -77.71236)
- Ages: 0 to 2
- Price: free
- Category: kids
- Topics: storytime, books, little-kids, indoor
- About: Songs, lap rhymes and short stories for babies up to 18 months with a caregiver, with time to stay and play afterward. Held Tuesday mornings in the Storytime Area at Purcellville.
- Source: https://loudoun.libnet.info/event/16463775
- Distance: about 60 min drive from the town center (30.1 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [Toddler Explorations at Southeast Neighborhood Library](https://wknd.app/r/pzh2q3/toddler-explorations-at-southeast-neighborhood-library)

- When: 2026-10-20 10:00-11:00 (America/New_York), and 10 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Southeast Neighborhood Library, 403 7th St SE, Washington, DC 20003 (38.8840475, -76.996523)
- Ages: 0 to 2
- Price: free
- Category: reading
- Topics: little-kids, drop-in, stroller-ok, indoor
- About: Open-ended play and exploration for toddlers with their caregivers. Free drop-in every Tuesday morning.
- Source: https://dclibrary.libnet.info/event/17322458
- Distance: about 60 min drive from the town center (31.1 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoMa infant events](https://wknd.app/f/djsmnm/noma-infant-events)

### [Music and Movement](https://wknd.app/r/8zqz9y/music-and-movement)

- When: 2026-10-20 10:30-11:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 1547 Alabama Avenue SE, Washington, DC 20032 (38.8461627, -76.9811257)
- Ages: 0 to 5
- Price: free
- Category: kids
- Topics: music, dance, movement
- About: Children's dance party at the library.
- Source: https://dclibrary.libnet.info/events?a=Birth+-+5&r=thismonth
- Distance: about 65 min drive from the town center (31.1 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [My First Preschool in Leesburg](https://wknd.app/r/v4vu9u/my-first-preschool-in-leesburg)

- When: 2026-10-20 09:15-10:45 (America/New_York), and 3 more dates
- Scarcity: few_dates
- Cadence: run
- Where: Lucketts Community Center, 42361 Lucketts Road, Leesburg, VA (39.2149012, -77.5339797)
- Ages: 2 to 3
- Category: kids
- Topics: indoor
- About: Twice-weekly preschool-style class for two- and three-year-olds at the Lucketts Community Center in Leesburg.
- Source: https://prcsinfo.loudoun.gov/view/1005298707/18/
- Distance: about 65 min drive from the town center (34 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [Toddler/Preschool Storytime](https://wknd.app/r/4h69sd/toddler-preschool-storytime)

- When: 2026-10-20 10:00-10:30 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 18330 Montgomery Village Avenue, Gaithersburg, MD 20879 (39.1581175, -77.2054138)
- Ages: 1 to 5
- Price: free
- Category: reading
- Topics: storytime, toddlers, preschool
- About: Books, songs and fun activities for toddlers and preschoolers.
- Source: https://mcpl.libnet.info/events?t=Storytime&r=thismonth
- Distance: about 65 min drive from the town center (34.9 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

## Wednesday, October 21

### [Baby Story Time at Haymarket Gainesville Library](https://wknd.app/r/9p8tph/baby-story-time-at-haymarket-gainesville-library)

- When: 2026-10-21 10:30-11:15 (America/New_York), and 48 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Haymarket Gainesville Library, 14870 Lightner Road, Haymarket, VA (38.8366141, -77.6321439)
- Ages: 0 to 1
- Category: kids
- Topics: books
- About: Weekly storytime with songs and playtime for babies and caregivers; registration required each week.
- Source: https://pwcgov.libnet.info/event/16367227
- Distance: about 20 min drive from the town center (9.4 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [Baby Lap-Sit Storytime at Chantilly Library](https://wknd.app/r/vc8sbt/baby-lap-sit-storytime-at-chantilly-library)

- When: 2026-10-21 10:15-10:45 (America/New_York), and 48 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Chantilly Regional Library, 4000 Stringfellow Road, Chantilly, VA (38.8826366, -77.4081887)
- Ages: 0 to 1
- Category: kids
- Topics: books
- About: Gentle lapsit storytime with songs, bouncing rhymes and a story for babies, followed by playtime. Registration required.
- Source: https://librarycalendar.fairfaxcounty.gov/event/15062081
- Distance: about 30 min drive from the town center (13 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [Tots Yoga Storytime at Chantilly Library](https://wknd.app/r/kvqvnm/tots-yoga-storytime-at-chantilly-library)

- When: 2026-10-21 11:15-12:00 (America/New_York), and 48 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Chantilly Library, 4000 Stringfellow Road, Chantilly, VA (38.8826366, -77.4081887)
- Ages: 2 to 4
- Category: kids
- Topics: books
- About: Storytime mixing singing, reading, play and simple yoga poses for little ones. A calm mid-morning library session.
- Source: https://librarycalendar.fairfaxcounty.gov/event/15062527
- Distance: about 30 min drive from the town center (13 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [Baby Lapsit Storytime at Burke Centre Library](https://wknd.app/r/j7rt4y/baby-lapsit-storytime-at-burke-centre-library)

- When: 2026-10-21 10:30-11:00 (America/New_York), and 48 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Burke Centre Library, 5935 Freds Oak Road, Burke, VA (38.7874391, -77.3171238)
- Ages: 0 to 2
- Category: kids
- Topics: books
- About: Songs, lap bounces and stories for babies from birth to 18 months, followed by playtime. Free.
- Source: https://librarycalendar.fairfaxcounty.gov/event/16421102
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (12.6 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [Baby Storytime at Gum Spring Library](https://wknd.app/r/9f7deg/baby-storytime-at-gum-spring-library)

- When: 2026-10-21 11:00-12:00 (America/New_York), and 1 more date
- Scarcity: few_dates
- Cadence: run
- Where: Gum Spring Library, 24600 Millstream Drive, Stone Ridge, VA 20105 (38.93753, -77.54568)
- Ages: 0 to 2
- Price: free
- Category: kids
- Topics: storytime, books, little-kids, indoor
- About: Lap rhymes, action songs and interactive stories for babies up to 18 months with a caregiver, followed by open playtime. Held Wednesday late mornings in Meeting Room A at Gum Spring.
- Source: https://loudoun.libnet.info/event/14622698
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (14.9 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [Toddler Storytime & Playdate at Oakton Library](https://wknd.app/r/t733bk/toddler-storytime-playdate-at-oakton-library)

- When: 2026-10-21 10:30-11:15 (America/New_York), and 6 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Oakton Library, 10304 Lynnhaven Place, Oakton, VA 22124 (38.88395, -77.30232)
- Ages: 1 to 3
- Price: free
- Category: kids
- Topics: storytime, books, little-kids, indoor
- About: A storytime for toddlers ages 18 months to 3 years, followed by a playdate with toddler toys. No registration required.
- Source: https://librarycalendar.fairfaxcounty.gov/event/14826561
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (16.8 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [Tales for Twos at Pohick Regional Library](https://wknd.app/r/mcndc7/tales-for-twos-at-pohick-regional-library)

- When: 2026-10-21 10:30-11:00 (America/New_York), and 48 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Pohick Regional Library, 6450 Sydenstricker Road, Burke, VA (38.7749322, -77.268109)
- Ages: 2 to 3
- Category: kids
- Topics: books
- About: Stories, songs and rhymes geared to two-year-olds at the Pohick branch in Burke.
- Source: https://librarycalendar.fairfaxcounty.gov/event/15412504
- Distance: about 40 min drive from the town center (14.9 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [Toddler Storytime at Reston Regional Library](https://wknd.app/r/zba9gx/toddler-storytime-at-reston-regional-library)

- When: 2026-10-21 10:30-11:30 (America/New_York), and 48 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Reston Regional Library, 11925 Bowman Towne Drive, Reston, VA (38.9614685, -77.3585049)
- Ages: 1 to 2
- Category: kids
- Topics: books
- About: Early literacy storytime with stories, songs and finger play for toddlers 18 months to 2 years.
- Source: https://librarycalendar.fairfaxcounty.gov/event/15325828
- Distance: about 40 min drive from the town center (19.1 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [Baby Rhyme Time at Reston Regional Library](https://wknd.app/r/enfw5t/baby-rhyme-time-at-reston-regional-library)

- When: 2026-10-21 14:00-14:30 (America/New_York), and 48 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Reston Regional Library, 11925 Bowman Towne Drive, Reston, VA (38.9614685, -77.3585049)
- Ages: 0 to 2
- Category: kids
- Topics: books
- About: Afternoon lapsit storytime with stories, rhymes and songs for babies up to 18 months.
- Source: https://librarycalendar.fairfaxcounty.gov/event/15381904
- Distance: about 40 min drive from the town center (19.1 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [Wednesday Storytime at Barnes & Noble Reston](https://wknd.app/r/uf97fn/wednesday-storytime-at-barnes-noble-reston)

- When: 2026-10-21 11:00 (America/New_York), and 10 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Barnes & Noble Reston, 11816 Spectrum Center, Suite K-27, Reston, VA 20190 (38.96596, -77.35551)
- Ages: 0 to 5
- Price: free
- Category: kids
- Topics: storytime, reading, family-friendly, free
- About: Weekly in-store storytime for little ones at 11 AM on Wednesdays.
- Source: https://stores.barnesandnoble.com/store/3432
- Distance: about 40 min drive from the town center (19.4 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [Baby Storytime at Sterling Library](https://wknd.app/r/n2b4qw/baby-storytime-at-sterling-library)

- When: 2026-10-21 10:00-10:30 (America/New_York), and 2 more dates
- Scarcity: few_dates
- Cadence: run
- Where: Sterling Library, 22330 South Sterling Boulevard, Sterling, VA 20164 (38.99805, -77.40685)
- Ages: 0 to 2
- Price: free
- Category: kids
- Topics: storytime, books, little-kids, indoor
- About: Lap rhymes, action songs and interactive stories for babies up to 18 months with a caregiver, followed by playtime. Held Wednesday mornings at Sterling.
- Source: https://loudoun.libnet.info/event/16414206
- Distance: about 40 min drive from the town center (20.3 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [Baby Lapsit Storytime at Thomas Jefferson Library](https://wknd.app/r/m4xhne/baby-lapsit-storytime-at-thomas-jefferson-library)

- When: 2026-10-21 10:30-11:00 (America/New_York), and 6 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Thomas Jefferson Library, 7415 Arlington Blvd, Falls Church, VA 22042 (38.8654, -77.20171)
- Ages: 0 to 2
- Price: free
- Category: kids
- Topics: storytime, books, little-kids, indoor
- About: A gentle lapsit storytime for babies ages 0 to 18 months with an adult, with songs, rhymes, and stories. Tickets are available at the information desk shortly before the program.
- Source: https://librarycalendar.fairfaxcounty.gov/event/15454537
- Distance: about 40 min drive from the town center (20.5 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [Baby Lapsit Storytime at Tysons-Pimmit Regional Library](https://wknd.app/r/rsgpz4/baby-lapsit-storytime-at-tysons-pimmit-regional-library)

- When: 2026-10-21 10:30-11:00 (America/New_York), and 48 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Tysons-Pimmit Regional Library, 7584 Leesburg Pike, Falls Church, VA (38.9069368, -77.2064356)
- Ages: 0 to 2
- Category: kids
- Topics: books
- About: Songs, bounces and stories for babies; entrance tickets available 30 minutes before the session.
- Source: https://librarycalendar.fairfaxcounty.gov/event/10076521
- Distance: about 40 min drive from the town center (21.8 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

## Thursday, October 22

### [Toddler Story Time at Manassas City Library](https://wknd.app/r/uy9h4m/toddler-story-time-at-manassas-city-library)

- When: 2026-10-22 11:00-11:30 (America/New_York), and 1 more date
- Scarcity: few_dates
- Cadence: run
- Where: Manassas City Library, 10104 Dumfries Road, Manassas, VA 20110-7951 (38.73722, -77.47505)
- Ages: 1 to 3
- Price: free
- Category: kids
- Topics: storytime, books, little-kids, indoor
- About: Stories read aloud with singing and movement for toddlers 18 to 36 months, followed by a 30 minute open play session. First come, first served; siblings welcome.
- Source: https://pwcgov.libnet.info/event/10448144
- Distance: about 10 min drive from the town center (3.4 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [Baby Story Time at Bull Run Library](https://wknd.app/r/5af8u8/baby-story-time-at-bull-run-library)

- When: 2026-10-22 10:30-11:15 (America/New_York), and 2 more dates
- Scarcity: few_dates
- Cadence: run
- Where: Bull Run Library, 8051 Ashton Avenue, Manassas, VA 20109 (38.78697, -77.52051)
- Ages: 0 to 2
- Price: free
- Category: kids
- Topics: storytime, books, little-kids, indoor
- About: An interactive story time with stories, music and rhymes designed for ages 0 to 2 with a caregiver, followed by play and social time. Held Thursday mornings in the Bull Run Community Room.
- Source: https://www.burbio.com/states/Virginia/Manassas/bull-run-regional-library
- Distance: about 10 min drive from the town center (4.5 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [Museum Explorers](https://wknd.app/r/p8pnwf/museum-explorers)

- When: 2026-10-22 10:00-10:45 (America/New_York), and 2 more dates
- Scarcity: few_dates
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: 10209 Main Street, Fairfax, VA 22030 (38.84414, -77.29993)
- Ages: 2 to 4
- Price: free
- Category: kids
- Topics: history, storytime, crafts, museum, preschool
- About: A history-filled program at the Fairfax Museum and Visitor Center where children explore one exhibit object plus an activity, song, craft, and story, with pre-registration required and an adult accompanying each child.
- Source: https://www.fairfaxva.gov/Events-directory/Historic-Resources/Museum-Explorers
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (15.2 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [Baby Storytime at Brambleton Library](https://wknd.app/r/kjq8ak/baby-storytime-at-brambleton-library)

- When: 2026-10-22 11:00-12:00 (America/New_York), and 48 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Brambleton Library, 22850 Brambleton Plaza, Ashburn, VA (38.9846046, -77.5365241)
- Ages: 0 to 2
- Category: kids
- Topics: books
- About: Weekly baby storytime: 30 minutes of stories and songs, then 30 minutes of playtime, ages 0 to 18 months.
- Source: https://loudoun.libnet.info/event/16610485
- Distance: about 40 min drive from the town center (18.1 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [RTR Pilates Window Plaza Mat Class](https://wknd.app/r/n6fjcv/rtr-pilates-window-plaza-mat-class)

- When: 2026-10-22 17:30-18:30 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 11900 Market Street, Reston, VA 20190 (38.95894, -77.3573)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: class
- Topics: pilates, fitness, outdoor
- About: Free community mat Pilates class in Window Plaza.
- Source: https://www.restontowncenter.com/calendar-events/rtr-pilates-window-plaza-mat-class-10-10
- Distance: about 40 min drive from the town center (19 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [Toddler Storytime at Sterling Library](https://wknd.app/r/ysad96/toddler-storytime-at-sterling-library)

- When: 2026-10-22 10:30-11:00 (America/New_York), and 2 more dates
- Scarcity: few_dates
- Cadence: run
- Where: Sterling Library, 22330 South Sterling Boulevard, Sterling, VA 20164 (38.99805, -77.40685)
- Ages: 1 to 3
- Price: free
- Category: kids
- Topics: storytime, books, little-kids, indoor
- About: Rhymes, songs, stories and movement for children 18 months to 3 years with a caregiver. Held Thursday mornings in Meeting Room B at Sterling.
- Source: https://loudoun.libnet.info/event/15064856
- Distance: about 40 min drive from the town center (20.3 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [Toddlin' Time at Tysons-Pimmit Regional Library](https://wknd.app/r/qxyus9/toddlin-time-at-tysons-pimmit-regional-library)

- When: 2026-10-22 10:30-11:00 (America/New_York), and 48 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Tysons-Pimmit Regional Library, 7584 Leesburg Pike, Falls Church, VA (38.9069368, -77.2064356)
- Ages: 1 to 3
- Category: kids
- Topics: books
- About: Stories and songs with movement for toddlers 18 months to 3 years; space limited to 25 children.
- Source: http://librarycalendar.fairfaxcounty.gov/event/11420195
- Distance: about 40 min drive from the town center (21.8 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [Tummy Time Together at The Toy Nest](https://wknd.app/r/kv85vb/tummy-time-together-at-the-toy-nest)

- When: 2026-10-22 12:15-13:15 (America/New_York), and 4 more dates
- Scarcity: few_dates
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: 125 N Washington St, Falls Church, VA 22046 (38.88289, -77.1705)
- Ages: 0 to 0
- Price: free
- Category: kids
- Topics: babies, tummy-time, caregivers, pediatric-pt
- About: Pediatric PT Amy O'Malley of Good Beginnings Therapy leads a free tummy time class for caregivers of pre-sitting babies (newborn through 4 months) at The Toy Nest on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays from 12:15 to 1:15pm; registration required and space is limited to 12 caregivers.
- Source: http://www.thetoynest.com/events-and-classes
- Distance: about 40 min drive from the town center (22.6 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

## Friday, October 23

### [PreK Skill Builders (Haymarket Gainesville)](https://wknd.app/r/zkpdmu/prek-skill-builders-haymarket-gainesville)

- When: 2026-10-23 10:30-12:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 14870 Lightner Road, Haymarket, VA 20169 (38.83659, -77.63214)
- Ages: 3 to 6
- Category: kids
- Topics: preschool, skills, early-literacy
- About: Pre-K early literacy skill-building sessions.
- Source: https://pwcgov.libnet.info/event/16649838
- Distance: about 20 min drive from the town center (9.4 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [A Taste of Gold Cup (Fauquier Free Clinic fundraiser)](https://wknd.app/r/dk6658/a-taste-of-gold-cup-fauquier-free-clinic-fundraiser)

- When: 2026-10-23 17:30-20:30 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: The Big Tent at Great Meadow, 5089 Old Tavern Road, The Plains, VA 20198 (38.83061, -77.81056)
- Ages: all ages
- Category: food
- Topics: fall, drinks, live-music, outdoor, evening
- About: A Friday-evening fundraiser the night before the Gold Cup, pairing hunt-country restaurants and caterers with cocktails, dancing and live music. All proceeds go to the Fauquier Free Clinic.
- Source: http://vagoldcup.com/intl/news/2026-09-02/the-taste-of-gold-cup-benefiting-the-fauquier-free-clinic
- Distance: about 30 min drive from the town center (16.5 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Fall events in DC](https://wknd.app/f/96g4j7/fall-events-in-dc)

### [Music and Motion (Potomac)](https://wknd.app/r/4sm9mr/music-and-motion-potomac)

- When: 2026-10-23 10:30-11:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 2201 Opitz Boulevard, Woodbridge, VA 22191 (38.63271, -77.28064)
- Ages: 1 to 6
- Category: kids
- Topics: music, movement, toddlers
- About: Music and movement program for ages 1-6 at Potomac Library.
- Source: https://pwcgov.libnet.info/event/16490605
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (15.1 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [Halloween on the Farm](https://wknd.app/r/nbym9e/halloween-on-the-farm)

- When: 2026-10-23 17:00-20:00 (America/New_York), and 1 more date
- Scarcity: short_run
- Cadence: run
- Where: 2709 W Ox Rd, Herndon, VA 20171 (38.93778, -77.4085)
- Ages: 2 to 120
- Category: kids
- Topics: halloween, trick-or-treat, farm, crafts, costumes
- About: Trick or treat on the farm with farm animals, crafts, games, and a decorated farmhouse tour in one-hour sessions; children must be with a registered adult.
- Source: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/frying-pan-park/events
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (16.3 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [Kiddie Open Gym in Herndon](https://wknd.app/r/v2qy43/kiddie-open-gym-in-herndon)

- When: 2026-10-23 10:00-12:00 (America/New_York), and 7 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Herndon Community Center, 814 Ferndale Avenue, Herndon, VA (38.9728439, -77.3934811)
- Ages: 0 to 5
- Category: kids
- Topics: indoor
- About: Open gym play with mats, toys and equipment for ages 6 months to 5 years. $3 drop-in per child; no session Nov 27.
- Source: https://www.herndon-va.gov/departments/recreation/herndon-community-center/open-gym/kiddie-open-gym
- Distance: about 40 min drive from the town center (18.9 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [Library Playdate at Herndon Fortnightly Library](https://wknd.app/r/ae5tjc/library-playdate-at-herndon-fortnightly-library)

- When: 2026-10-23 10:30-11:30 (America/New_York), and 48 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Herndon Fortnightly Meeting Room, 768 Center Street, Herndon, VA (38.9718305, -77.3871028)
- Ages: 0 to 5
- Category: kids
- Topics: indoor
- About: Open playdate with toys for little ones plus social time for caregivers. Drop in Friday mornings.
- Source: http://librarycalendar.fairfaxcounty.gov/event/17154730
- Distance: about 40 min drive from the town center (19 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [Toad the Wet Sprocket: Acoustic Tour at Capital One Hall](https://wknd.app/r/m5k68u/toad-the-wet-sprocket-acoustic-tour-at-capital-one-hall)

- When: 2026-10-23 19:30 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: Capital One Hall, 7750 Capital One Tower Road, Tysons, VA 22102 (38.9254546, -77.2112703)
- Ages: all ages
- Category: concert
- Topics: live-music, rock, acoustic
- About: Toad the Wet Sprocket strips its 90s alternative catalog down for an acoustic tour stop at Capital One Hall, with Wisconsin fingerstyle guitarist Willy Porter opening. 7:30 PM.
- Source: https://www.capitalonehall.com/events/detail/toad-the-wet-sprocket-rings-the-acoustic-tour
- Distance: about 40 min drive from the town center (22.4 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Live music in the DMV](https://wknd.app/f/napgfx/live-music-in-the-dmv)

### [Fall Baby Time at Mary Riley Styles Library](https://wknd.app/r/4zakub/fall-baby-time-at-mary-riley-styles-library)

- When: 2026-10-23 10:30-11:00 (America/New_York), and 4 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Mary Riley Styles Public Library, 120 N. Virginia Ave., Falls Church, VA (38.8858606, -77.1746367)
- Ages: 0 to 2
- Category: kids
- Topics: books
- About: Story, songs and rhymes plus baby toy playtime for ages 0 to 24 months; tickets at the children's desk from 10 AM.
- Source: https://www.mrspl.org/event/fall-baby-time-36876
- Distance: about 40 min drive from the town center (22.5 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

## Saturday, October 24

### [Kids Markets at Historic Manassas Farmers Market](https://wknd.app/r/ma52q5/kids-markets-at-historic-manassas-farmers-market)

- When: 2026-10-24 all day (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 9024 Prince William St, Manassas, VA 20110 (38.75021, -77.46972)
- Ages: 5 to 14
- Category: kids
- Topics: kids-market, farmers-market
- About: Young makers sell their creations at the Kids Markets hosted by the Historic Manassas Farmers Market.
- Source: https://www.eventbrite.com/d/va--great-falls/kids-events/
- Distance: about 10 min drive from the town center (4 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [Clifton Haunted Trail](https://wknd.app/r/skhvsf/clifton-haunted-trail)

- When: 2026-10-24 19:00-22:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: Clifton Town Park, 7154 Main Street, Clifton, VA 20124 (38.7793, -77.38708)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: $20.00
- Category: festival
- Topics: halloween, evening, outdoor
- About: The Clifton Haunted Trail runs one night only, winding a half-mile through the woods of historic Clifton with costumed characters. It nods to the Bunny Man Bridge legend; $20 advance, $25 at the gate.
- Source: https://mommypoppins.com/washington-dc-kids/event/events/clifton-haunted-trail
- Distance: about 30 min drive from the town center (8.9 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Fall events in DC](https://wknd.app/f/96g4j7/fall-events-in-dc)

### [Fall Kids Crafts](https://wknd.app/r/g8d875/fall-kids-crafts)

- When: 2026-10-24 11:00-13:00 (America/New_York), and 1 more date
- Scarcity: few_dates
- Cadence: monthly
- Where: 24205 James Monroe Hwy, Aldie, VA 20105 (38.94852, -77.62291)
- Ages: 0 to 12
- Price: free
- Category: kids
- Topics: crafts, fall, family
- About: Kids get creative at Fall Kids Crafts with the Nova Creative Reuse Center, making a fall-themed project to take home; all supplies provided.
- Source: https://www.larkbrewingco.com/happenings/
- Distance: about 30 min drive from the town center (16.3 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [International Gold Cup (89th running)](https://wknd.app/r/ncxj9u/international-gold-cup-89th-running)

- When: 2026-10-24 10:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: Great Meadow, 5089 Old Tavern Road, The Plains, VA 20198 (38.83061, -77.81056)
- Ages: all ages
- Category: sports
- Topics: fall, outdoor, food, games
- About: The 89th International Gold Cup brings steeplechase racing to Great Meadow in The Plains: gates at 10, first race at noon. Between races expect tailgate contests, hat contests and dachshund races in peak foliage.
- Source: http://vagoldcup.com/intl/news/2026-07-27/2026-igc-tickets-no-on-sale
- Distance: about 30 min drive from the town center (16.5 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Fall events in DC](https://wknd.app/f/96g4j7/fall-events-in-dc)

### [Ghost Town at Burke Lake Park](https://wknd.app/r/am79sz/ghost-town-at-burke-lake-park)

- When: 2026-10-24 11:00-17:00 (America/New_York), and 1 more date
- Scarcity: short_run
- Cadence: run
- Where: Burke Lake Park, 7315 Ox Rd, Fairfax Station, VA 22039 (38.7903844, -77.3263429)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: $20.00
- Category: festival
- Topics: fall, halloween, trick-or-treat, train-ride, costumes, not-scary
- About: Fairfax County Park Authority's family-friendly Halloween weekend at Burke Lake Park. Come in costume for not-scary themed activity areas, the miniature train ride through the forest, carousel rides, crafts, and mini golf. One admission covers all activities; children under 2 are free with a paying adult. Advance tickets are cheaper than day-of.
- Source: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/burke-lake/ghost-town/102426
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (12.2 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Fall events in DC](https://wknd.app/f/96g4j7/fall-events-in-dc)

### [Fairfax Station Model Railroad Yard Sale](https://wknd.app/r/unydxr/fairfax-station-model-railroad-yard-sale)

- When: 2026-10-24 12:00-16:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: Fairfax Station Railroad Museum, 11200 Fairfax Station Rd, Fairfax Station, VA 22039 (38.80059, -77.33177)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: market
- Topics: model-trains, toy-trains, collectibles, fairfax-station
- About: Family-friendly model train yard sale at the Fairfax Station Railroad Museum, part of its 39th anniversary celebration. Local enthusiasts sell model trains and supplies; games and activities outside. Free admission; food for sale.
- Source: https://fairfax-station-railroad-museum.org/events/model-train-yard-sale/
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (12.2 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA Antique, Vintage & Flea Markets](https://wknd.app/f/dy3u8k/nova-antique-vintage-flea-markets)

### [Ghost Town at Burke Lake Park](https://wknd.app/r/cwensz/ghost-town-at-burke-lake-park)

- When: 2026-10-24 11:00-17:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: Burke Lake Park, 7315 Ox Road, Fairfax Station, VA (38.8142066, -77.3227522)
- Ages: all ages
- Category: festival
- Topics: halloween, outdoor, fall
- About: Family Halloween day at Burke Lake Park with a train, carousel, crafts, and mini golf, 11am to 5pm. Online and day-of prices differ.
- Source: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/burke-lake/ghost-town/102426
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (13.1 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia local events](https://wknd.app/f/exxuqn/northern-virginia-local-events)

### [Air & Scare at the Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center](https://wknd.app/r/k5vq8v/air-scare-at-the-steven-f-udvar-hazy-center)

- When: 2026-10-24 10:00-15:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center, 14390 Air and Space Museum Pkwy, Chantilly, VA 20151 (38.91143, -77.44321)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: festival
- Topics: halloween, trick-or-treat, science, family-friendly, costumes, free
- About: Annual free Halloween family day with trick-or-treat stations, spooky experiments, story times, puppet shows, Star Wars photo ops and a costume runway show (parking $15).
- Source: https://airandspace.si.edu/whats-on/events/air-scare-2026
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (14 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [Air & Scare 2026](https://wknd.app/r/kq8u5m/air-scare-2026)

- When: 2026-10-24 10:00-15:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 14390 Air and Space Museum Pkwy, Chantilly, VA 20151 (38.91143, -77.44321)
- Ages: 0 to 12
- Price: free
- Category: kids
- Topics: halloween, family-day, museum
- About: Annual Halloween family day at the Udvar-Hazy Center.
- Source: https://airandspace.si.edu/whats-on/events/air-scare-2026
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (14 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [Family Day: Halloween](https://wknd.app/r/tuny4t/family-day-halloween)

- When: 2026-10-24 10:00-15:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 1775 Semper Fidelis Way, Triangle, VA 22172 (38.5434, -77.34217)
- Ages: 0 to 12
- Category: kids
- Topics: halloween, family-day, museum
- About: Halloween Family Day with activities for guests of all ages.
- Source: https://www.usmcmuseum.com/calendar-239210.html
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (16.2 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [Patricia Tanumihardja Story Time at Bards Alley](https://wknd.app/r/287hu8/patricia-tanumihardja-story-time-at-bards-alley)

- When: 2026-10-24 11:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 110 Church St NW, Vienna, VA 22180 (38.90172, -77.26667)
- Ages: 0 to 8
- Category: kids
- Topics: storytime, author-event, picture-book
- About: Author Patricia Tanumihardja hosts a story time at Bards Alley Bookshop in Vienna on Saturday, October 24 at 11am.
- Source: http://www.bardsalley.com/
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (19.1 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [NOVA After Hours](https://wknd.app/r/gxy6ft/nova-after-hours)

- When: 2026-10-24 15:00-20:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: Herndon Parks & Recreation, 814 Ferndale Ave, Herndon, VA 20170 (38.97274, -77.39347)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: $10.00
- Category: sale
- Topics: sports-cards, trading-cards, collectibles, vendors
- About: Evening card show at Herndon Parks & Recreation: sports cards, TCGs and collectibles to buy, sell and trade. Presented by Offsidez LLC. General admission $10, 3 PM to 8 PM.
- Source: https://tcgshowsnearme.com/events/nova-after-hours-herndon-2026-10-24
- Distance: about 40 min drive from the town center (18.9 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [DMV Collectible Shows](https://wknd.app/f/vd3qgy/dmv-collectible-shows)

### [A Quilt of Stars Storytime with Ann McCallum Staats](https://wknd.app/r/mhtm7y/a-quilt-of-stars-storytime-with-ann-mccallum-staats)

- When: 2026-10-24 10:30 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 11900 Market St, Reston, VA (38.95894, -77.3573)
- Ages: 0 to 8
- Category: kids
- Topics: storytime, author-event, picture-book
- About: Author Ann McCallum Staats leads a storytime for her book A Quilt of Stars at Scrawl Books on Saturday, October 24 at 10:30am.
- Source: https://www.scrawlbooks.com/events
- Distance: about 40 min drive from the town center (19 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [DJ Dance Party](https://wknd.app/r/yz747u/dj-dance-party)

- When: 2026-10-24 17:00-21:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 11900 Market Street, Reston, VA 20190 (38.95894, -77.3573)
- Ages: all ages
- Category: dance
- Topics: dj, dance-party, nightlife
- About: Outdoor DJ dance party at Reston Town Center.
- Source: https://www.restontowncenter.com/calendar-events
- Distance: about 40 min drive from the town center (19 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

## Sunday, October 25

### [Ghost Town Halloween at Burke Lake Park](https://wknd.app/r/evtnu3/ghost-town-halloween-at-burke-lake-park)

- When: 2026-10-25 11:00-17:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: Burke Lake Park, 7315 Ox Road, Fairfax Station, VA 22039 (38.7866157, -77.326944)
- Ages: 0 to 99
- Price: $20.00
- Category: kids
- Topics: halloween, outdoor
- About: Not-so-spooky Halloween afternoon with themed activity areas, train and carousel rides, crafts, and mini golf. Online $20; day-of $25. Under 2 free with paying adult.
- Source: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/burke-lake/ghost-town/102526
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (12.1 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Trick-or-Treat Beyond Market Street](https://wknd.app/r/j2hwbx/trick-or-treat-beyond-market-street)

- When: 2026-10-25 12:00-15:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: Reston Town Center, 11900 Market Street, Reston, VA 20190 (38.95894, -77.3573)
- Ages: 0 to 12
- Price: free
- Category: kids
- Topics: halloween, trick-or-treat, family-friendly, free
- About: Kids in costume collect treats, prizes, and special offers from participating Reston Town Center shops and restaurants.
- Source: https://dullesmoms.com/venue/reston-town-center/
- Distance: about 40 min drive from the town center (19 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

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