Outdoor Activities near Great Falls
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Sat Oct 17, 10am to 1:30pmFree
About 5 min drive5 minGreat Falls, VAYear-round Saturday farmers market with local produce, meats, baked goods, and plants in the heart of Great Falls village.From Northern Virginia family events
Sat Oct 31, all dayFree
About 5 min drive5 minVillage Centre Green, Great Falls, VACommunity Halloween celebration for families at the Village Centre Green in Great Falls.From Northern Virginia family events
Sat Oct 17, all dayFree
About 5 min drive5 minGreat Falls, VASpecial 250 Celebration in Great Falls village with Hello Cleveland and Radio Vinyl on the big stage behind the Post Office.From Northern Virginia family events
Sun Oct 18, 8 to 11amFree
About 10 min drive10 minMcLean, VAVolunteer-guided Sunday morning bird walk meeting in the main parking lot; all levels welcome, minors with an adult.From Northern Virginia family events
Sun Oct 18, 10 to 11:30am$12
About 10 min drive10 minGreat Falls, VALearn about prehistoric sharks, fish, and reptiles at Riverbend Park (page shows 10:00 am to 11:30 pm, likely a typo for am).From Northern Virginia family events
Sat Oct 24, 10 to 11am$9
About 10 min drive10 minGreat Falls, VAHike through fall foliage, identify trees, and make a leaf craft (2026 edition).From Northern Virginia family events
Sat Oct 17, 8am to 12pmFree
About 10 min drive10 minReston, VAWeekly Saturday farmers market at Lake Anne Village Center with local produce, vendors, and occasional live music.From Northern Virginia family events
Wed Nov 11, 5:30 to 10pm$19
About 10 min drive10 minMeadowlark Botanical Gardens, Vienna, VANOVA Parks' 15th season of its half-mile garden light trail. An evening stroll past lighted trees and displays with nature, winter, and holiday themes, with hot drinks, s'mores, and a limited-edition 2026 ornament. Paved trail, wheelchair and stroller accessible. Timed tickets: $19 online / $24 at the door Nov 11-Dec 3 and Jan 1-3; $24 online only Dec 4-31 (no door tickets).From Holiday events near Great Falls
Sat Oct 17, 9:30am
About 15 min drive15 minReston, VACommunity dog walk meetup at Reston Town Center.From Northern Virginia family events
Thu Oct 22, 5:30 to 6:30pmFree
About 15 min drive15 minReston, VAFree community mat Pilates class in Window Plaza.From Northern Virginia family events
Sat Oct 24, 5 to 9pm
About 15 min drive15 minReston, VAOutdoor DJ dance party at Reston Town Center.From Northern Virginia family events
Sat Oct 17, 10am to 5pmFree
About 15 min drive15 minReston Town Center, Reston, VAStreet chalk art, live music, and family activities at Reston Town Center on October 17. Attending is free; the art contest needs registration.From Northern Virginia local events
Fri Oct 16, all dayFree
About 15 min drive15 minReston, VAFree community-led morning Tai Chi at Hunters Woods Plaza, a daily drop-in session open to all.From Northern Virginia family events
Wed Oct 28, 7 to 9pmFree
About 15 min drive15 minMaple Avenue (Town of Vienna), Vienna, VAVienna's Halloween parade marches down Maple Avenue rain or shine for its 80th year, with floats, bands and animal entries. Costumed kids can march and grab free goodie bags at Caffi Field from 7:15.From Fall events in DC
Fri Oct 23, 8am to 12pmFree
About 15 min drive15 minMcLean, VAFriday-morning farmers market at Lewinsville Park with local produce, baked goods, and specialty vendors; season ends Oct 30.From Northern Virginia family events
Sat Oct 31, 5 to 8pm
About 15 min drive15 minMcLean, VAThe Old Firehouse Center hosts a Festival of Frights and trunk-or-treat with indoor and outdoor areas.From Northern Virginia family events
Sat Oct 17, 8am to 12pmFree
About 20 min drive20 minVienna, VAProducer-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.From Northern Virginia family events
Sat Oct 17, 11am to 3pm
About 20 min drive20 minHerndon, VAFarm harvest festival and carnival at Frying Pan Farm Park.From Washington DC family events
Fri Oct 16, 5 to 9pm$10
About 20 min drive20 minFrying Pan Farm Park, Herndon, VAThree-day fall celebration with carnival rides, Big Truck Night, farm animals and harvest activities; admission free, parking $10 per vehicle, ride wristbands extra.From Northern Virginia family events
Sat Oct 17, 11am to 9pm
About 20 min drive20 minHerndon, VAWeekend fall harvest celebration at Frying Pan Farm Park with hands-on farm activities, demonstrations, livestock, rides, and a carnival.From Northern Virginia family events
Sun Oct 18, 11am to 5pm$20
About 20 min drive20 minClemyjontri Park, McLean, VACalm Halloween day at Clemyjontri Park with treat stations, carousel and train rides, and crafts; reduced noise and sensory supports. $20/person.From Washington DC family events
Mon Oct 19, 10am to 12pmFree
About 25 min drive25 minVienna, VAVolunteers 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.From Northern Virginia family events
Sun Oct 18, 9am to 2pmFree
About 25 min drive25 minFairfax, VAYear-round family-friendly Sunday farmers market in the Mosaic District with produce, baked goods, coffee, prepared foods, and dog treats.From Northern Virginia family events
Sat Oct 17, 8am and 9amFree
About 25 min drive25 minCity Hall parking lot, Falls Church, VAAward-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.From Northern Virginia family events
Sun Oct 25, 2:30 to 5pm$12
About 25 min drive25 minAnnandale, VAPreschool pumpkin hunt with miniature pumpkins to take home (slots at 2:30 or 4 pm).From Northern Virginia family events
Sun Nov 1, 12 to 4pmFree
About 30 min drive30 minOld Town Fairfax, Fairfax, VAMonthly market on Main Street in Old Town Fairfax between Chain Bridge and University Drive. 20+ vendors with vintage finds, handmade goods, and jewelry. Free admission and parking; pet- and family-friendly.From NoVA Antique, Vintage & Flea Markets
Sun Oct 25, 1:30 to 3:30pmFree
About 30 min drive30 minArlington, VAFree Halloween edition of the seasonal Animal Encounters at Potomac Overlook: meet live 'scary' animals up close and see if they are really that scary.From Northern Virginia family events
Sat Nov 14, 1:30 to 4:30pm$50
About 30 min drive30 minArlington, VAAdults-only guided forest bathing and journaling retreat at Potomac Overlook Regional Park with a certified nature therapy guide, ending with tea and light snacks under the fall canopy.From Northern Virginia family events
Sat Oct 17, 10am to 4pmFree
About 30 min drive30 minLoudoun County farms, Loudoun County, VASelf-guided visits to Loudoun County farms on October 17–18, about 10am–4pm. Free with no tickets; some stops charge for food or activities.From Northern Virginia local events
Wed Oct 21, 3 to 7pmFree
About 30 min drive30 minWashington, DCWednesday afternoon market on the GW University campus with produce, eggs, meats, cheeses, baked goods, flowers, and prepared foods.From Washington DC family events
Sat Oct 24, 11am to 5pm
About 35 min drive35 minBurke Lake Park, Fairfax Station, VAFamily Halloween day at Burke Lake Park with a train, carousel, crafts, and mini golf, 11am to 5pm. Online and day-of prices differ.From Northern Virginia local events
Sat Oct 17, 9am to 1pmFree
About 35 min drive35 minWashington, DCBustling Saturday neighborhood market with local produce, meats, prepared foods, and on-site compost collection.From Washington DC family events
Sun Oct 18, 8am to 4pmFree
About 35 min drive35 minWashington, DCIconic weekly Sunday flea market in Georgetown (est. 1972): antiques, collectibles, and vintage finds. Every Sunday, 8am-4pm, rain or shine. Free admission for shoppers.From DC Antique, Vintage & Flea Markets
Sat Oct 17, 10am to 6pm
About 35 min drive35 minCentreville, VANorthern 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.From Northern Virginia family events
Fri Oct 16, 7:30 to 11pm$25
About 35 min drive35 minCox Farms, Centreville, VACox 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.From Fall events in DC
Wed Nov 11, 11amFree
About 35 min drive35 minArlington National Cemetery, Arlington, VAThe 66th annual observance opens with a wreath-laying at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at 11 am, followed by a VA ceremony in Memorial Amphitheater. Free; arrive by 9:30.From Fall events in DC
Sat Oct 24, 10am to 1pmFree
About 35 min drive35 minWashington, DCAdams Morgan's annual fall favorite pairs an heirloom apple tasting from Licking Creek Bend Farm with a homemade apple pie baking contest judged by local leaders. Pie slices sell to benefit Platform of Hope. Free to attend, right by the Adams Morgan Farmers Market; contest slots filled the same day they opened.From Fall events in DC
Sat Oct 17, 12 to 3pm
About 35 min drive35 minWashington, DCOutdoor fall concert series in Dupont Circle park.From Washington DC family events
Sun Oct 18, 8:30am to 1:30pmFree
About 35 min drive35 minWashington, DCYear-round Sunday farmers market with 50+ local farmers plus prepared foods, flowers, and artisan goods in Dupont Circle.From Washington DC family events
Sun Oct 18, 8:30am to 1:30pmFree
About 35 min drive35 minWashington, DCDC'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.From Washington DC family events
Sun Oct 18, 10am to 3pmFree
About 35 min drive35 minDupont Circle, Washington, DCFestive weekly marketplace for vintage and antique housewares, art, jewelry, clothing, LPs, and micro-local art. Every Sunday, 10am-3pm in Dupont Circle.From DC Antique, Vintage & Flea Markets
Sat Oct 24, 11am to 5pm$20
About 35 min drive35 minBurke Lake Park, Fairfax Station, VAFairfax 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.From Fall events in DC
Sat Nov 7, 12 to 2pm
About 35 min drive35 minDupont CircleA two-hour guided walking tour of French influences in Dupont Circle, starting at the Dupont Circle Fountain. Presented with Off the Mall Tours for the Alliance Francaise's Washington in French series.From DMV cultural events
Sun Oct 25, 11am to 5pm$20
About 35 min drive35 minBurke Lake Park, Fairfax Station, VANot-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.From Washington DC family events
Thu Oct 22, 11am to 2pmFree
About 35 min drive35 minWashington, DCThursday lunchtime market with wood-fired pizza, falafel, dumplings, tacos, fresh produce, and groceries.From Washington DC family events
Mon Oct 19, 11 to 11:30amFree
About 35 min drive35 minSilver Spring, MDOutdoor storytime in the library courtyard.From Washington DC family events
Sat Oct 17, 9am to 1pmFree
About 40 min drive40 minWashington, DCSaturday market in the family-centric Uptown neighborhood connecting local producers of fruits, vegetables, meats, and breads.From Washington DC family events
Sat Oct 17, 9am to 1pmFree
About 40 min drive40 minWashington, DCSaturday market on the Columbia Heights Civic Plaza with a diverse vendor roster selling produce, baked goods, cheese, dairy, and authentic Mexican food.From Washington DC family events
Tue Oct 20, 3 to 6pmFree
About 40 min drive40 minWashington, DCTuesday afternoon farm stand at Whittier Elementary with fresh local produce, also a Market Share pickup site.From Washington DC family events
Sat Oct 17, 2 to 6pm
About 55 min drive55 minWhalen Commons, Poolesville, MDPoolesville'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.From Fall events in DC
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