# Outdoor Activities near Great Falls

> Events in parks, on farms and trails, and anywhere else outside. Closest to Great Falls first.

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### [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 5 min drive from the town center (0.1 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [Halloween Spooktacular](https://wknd.app/r/wvbfk8/halloween-spooktacular)

- When: 2026-10-31 all day (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: Village Centre Green, 776 Walker Rd, Great Falls, VA 22066 (38.99624, -77.28969)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: festival
- Topics: halloween, family-friendly, costumes, community
- About: Community Halloween celebration for families at the Village Centre Green in Great Falls.
- Source: https://celebrategreatfalls.org/events
- Distance: about 5 min drive from the town center (0.1 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 5 min drive from the town center (0.2 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-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 10 min drive from the town center (1.7 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [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 10 min drive from the town center (2.7 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [Autumn Leaves Hike and Craft](https://wknd.app/r/t9xvte/autumn-leaves-hike-and-craft)

- When: 2026-10-24 10:00-11:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 8700 Potomac Hills St, Great Falls, VA 22066 (39.01873, -77.24606)
- Ages: 5 to 120
- Price: $9.00
- Category: kids
- Topics: hiking, autumn, crafts, nature
- About: Hike through fall foliage, identify trees, and make a leaf craft (2026 edition).
- Source: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/riverbend/autumn-leaves-hike-craft/102426
- Distance: about 10 min drive from the town center (2.7 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [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 10 min drive from the town center (3.5 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [Meadowlark Winter Walk of Lights](https://wknd.app/r/tpum5b/meadowlark-winter-walk-of-lights)

- When: 2026-11-11 17:30-22:00 (America/New_York), and 53 more dates
- Scarcity: daily
- Cadence: daily
- Where: Meadowlark Botanical Gardens, 9750 Meadowlark Gardens Court, Vienna, VA 22182 (38.93751, -77.28128)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: $19.00
- Category: exhibit
- Topics: holiday, lights, walk-through, family
- About: NOVA 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).
- Source: https://www.novaparks.com/events/winter-walk-of-lights
- Distance: about 10 min drive from the town center (4.2 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Holiday events near Great Falls](https://wknd.app/f/ezuyyj/holiday-events-near-great-falls)

### [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 15 min drive from the town center (4.6 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [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 15 min drive from the town center (4.6 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 15 min drive from the town center (4.6 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 15 min drive from the town center (4.7 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia local events](https://wknd.app/f/exxuqn/northern-virginia-local-events)

### [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 15 min drive from the town center (5.8 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [80th Annual Vienna Halloween Parade](https://wknd.app/r/nw9kgj/80th-annual-vienna-halloween-parade)

- When: 2026-10-28 19:00-21:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: Maple Avenue (Town of Vienna), Maple Avenue, Vienna, VA 22180 (38.90593, -77.25973)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Topics: halloween, parade, evening, outdoor, little-kids, stroller-ok
- About: Vienna'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.
- Source: https://www.viennava.gov/Town-Departments/Parks-and-Recreation/Concerts-and-Events/Halloween-Parade
- Distance: about 15 min drive from the town center (6.6 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Fall events in DC](https://wknd.app/f/96g4j7/fall-events-in-dc)

### [McLean Farmers Market](https://wknd.app/r/ej5qur/mclean-farmers-market)

- When: 2026-10-23 08:00-12:00 (America/New_York), and 1 more date
- Scarcity: few_dates
- Cadence: run
- Where: 1659 Chain Bridge Rd, McLean, VA 22101 (38.9287, -77.1905)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: market
- Topics: farmers-market, local-food, produce, outdoor
- About: Friday-morning farmers market at Lewinsville Park with local produce, baked goods, and specialty vendors; season ends Oct 30.
- Source: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/farmersmarkets/mclean
- Distance: about 15 min drive from the town center (7.1 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [OFC Festival of Frights & Trunk-or-Treat](https://wknd.app/r/psqjdw/ofc-festival-of-frights-trunk-or-treat)

- When: 2026-10-31 17:00-20:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 1440 Chain Bridge Rd, McLean, VA 22101 (38.93324, -77.17895)
- Ages: 0 to 12
- Category: kids
- Topics: halloween, trunk-or-treat, festival
- About: The Old Firehouse Center hosts a Festival of Frights and trunk-or-treat with indoor and outdoor areas.
- Source: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/calendar/ShowCalendar.aspx?C=1&keyword=fire&searchframe=annual
- Distance: about 15 min drive from the town center (7.4 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 20 min drive from the town center (6.9 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 20 min drive from the town center (7.6 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [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 20 min drive from the town center (7.7 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [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 20 min drive from the town center (7.7 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 20 min drive from the town center (8.1 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-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 25 min drive from the town center (8.3 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 25 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)

### [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 25 min drive from the town center (9.9 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [Pumpkin Patch at Nature Playce](https://wknd.app/r/ynzhwe/pumpkin-patch-at-nature-playce)

- When: 2026-10-25 14:30-17:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 7701 Royce Street, Annandale, VA 22003 (38.83947, -77.21209)
- Ages: 3 to 5
- Price: $12.00
- Category: kids
- Topics: pumpkins, preschool, halloween
- About: Preschool pumpkin hunt with miniature pumpkins to take home (slots at 2:30 or 4 pm).
- Source: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/hidden-oaks/pumpkin-patch-nature-playce/102526
- Distance: about 25 min drive from the town center (11.7 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [Main St. Market – Old Town Fairfax – November 1](https://wknd.app/r/zkb6f5/main-st-market-old-town-fairfax-november-1)

- When: 2026-11-01 12:00-16:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: Old Town Fairfax, 10417 Main St, Fairfax, VA 22030 (38.84599, -77.30609)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: market
- Topics: flea-markets, vintage, handmade, jewelry, fairfax
- About: Monthly 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.
- Source: https://www.ffxmainstmarket.com/
- Distance: about 30 min drive from the town center (10.6 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA Antique, Vintage & Flea Markets](https://wknd.app/f/dy3u8k/nova-antique-vintage-flea-markets)

### [Not-so-Spooky Animal Encounters](https://wknd.app/r/damtgt/not-so-spooky-animal-encounters)

- When: 2026-10-25 13:30-15:30 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 2845 Marcey Rd, Arlington, VA 22207 (38.91493, -77.10858)
- Ages: 0 to 12
- Price: free
- Category: kids
- Topics: halloween, animals, family, nature, free
- About: Free Halloween edition of the seasonal Animal Encounters at Potomac Overlook: meet live 'scary' animals up close and see if they are really that scary.
- Source: https://www.novaparks.com/event-category/nature-nuts
- Distance: about 30 min drive from the town center (11.2 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [Autumn Afternoon Retreat: Forest Bathing, Tea, & Stories](https://wknd.app/r/6hhqvg/autumn-afternoon-retreat-forest-bathing-tea-stories)

- When: 2026-11-14 13:30-16:30 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 2845 Marcey Rd, Arlington, VA 22207 (38.91493, -77.10858)
- Ages: 18 to adult
- Price: $50.00
- Category: class
- Topics: forest-bathing, wellness, journaling, tea, nature, adults-only
- About: Adults-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.
- Source: https://www.novaparks.com/parks/potomac-overlook-regional-park/events/autumn-afternoon-retreat-forest-bathing-tea-stories
- Distance: about 30 min drive from the town center (11.2 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 30 min drive from the town center (12.6 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia local events](https://wknd.app/f/exxuqn/northern-virginia-local-events)

### [FRESHFARM Foggy Bottom Farmers Market](https://wknd.app/r/dxgbrq/freshfarm-foggy-bottom-farmers-market)

- When: 2026-10-21 15:00-19:00 (America/New_York), and 10 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: 901 23rd St NW, Washington, DC 20052 (38.90142, -77.04947)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: market
- Topics: farmers-market, local-produce, family-friendly, snap-ebt
- About: Wednesday afternoon market on the GW University campus with produce, eggs, meats, cheeses, baked goods, flowers, and prepared foods.
- Source: https://www.freshfarm.org/markets/foggy-bottom
- Distance: about 30 min drive from the town center (14.5 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [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 (12.9 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia local events](https://wknd.app/f/exxuqn/northern-virginia-local-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 35 min drive from the town center (13.1 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-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 35 min drive from the town center (13.1 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [DC Antique, Vintage & Flea Markets](https://wknd.app/f/gemtsc/dc-antique-vintage-flea-markets)

### [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 35 min drive from the town center (13.5 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [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 35 min drive from the town center (13.6 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Fall events in DC](https://wknd.app/f/96g4j7/fall-events-in-dc)

### [National Veterans Day Observance at Arlington National Cemetery](https://wknd.app/r/tc77ks/national-veterans-day-observance-at-arlington-national)

- When: 2026-11-11 11:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, VA (38.88126, -77.07261)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: civic
- Topics: history, outdoor
- About: The 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.
- Source: https://usveteransmagazine.com/usvm/veterans-day-2026-events-across-the-country-honor-those-who-served/
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (14.1 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Fall events in DC](https://wknd.app/f/96g4j7/fall-events-in-dc)

### [Adams Morgan Apple Festival](https://wknd.app/r/ky748f/adams-morgan-apple-festival)

- When: 2026-10-24 10:00-13:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: Front Steps of The LINE DC, 1770 Euclid St NW, Washington, DC 20009 (38.9228628, -77.0417385)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: festival
- Topics: fall, apples, pie-contest, farmers-market, food, neighborhood, free
- About: Adams 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.
- Source: https://adamsmorgan.com/events/signature-events/adams-morgan-apple-festival
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (14.2 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Fall events in DC](https://wknd.app/f/96g4j7/fall-events-in-dc)

### [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 35 min drive from the town center (14.4 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [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 35 min drive from the town center (14.4 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 35 min drive from the town center (14.4 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 35 min drive from the town center (14.4 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [DC Antique, Vintage & Flea Markets](https://wknd.app/f/gemtsc/dc-antique-vintage-flea-markets)

### [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 (14.5 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Fall events in DC](https://wknd.app/f/96g4j7/fall-events-in-dc)

### [A Tour of French Dupont Circle](https://wknd.app/r/akvmmj/a-tour-of-french-dupont-circle)

- When: 2026-11-07 12:00-14:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: Dupont Circle (38.90886, -77.04381)
- Ages: all ages
- Category: meetup
- Topics: french-culture, walking-tour, history, dupont-circle
- About: A 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.
- Source: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/a-tour-of-french-dupont-circle-saturday-november-7-at-1200pm-tickets-1999316538587
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (14.5 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [DMV cultural events](https://wknd.app/f/bngusz/dmv-cultural-events)

### [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 (14.8 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [FRESHFARM By The White House Farmers Market](https://wknd.app/r/ubb9ss/freshfarm-by-the-white-house-farmers-market)

- When: 2026-10-22 11:00-14:00 (America/New_York), and 4 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: 810 Vermont Ave NW, Washington, DC 20420 (38.90083, -77.03523)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: market
- Topics: farmers-market, local-produce, family-friendly, snap-ebt
- About: Thursday lunchtime market with wood-fired pizza, falafel, dumplings, tacos, fresh produce, and groceries.
- Source: https://www.freshfarm.org/markets/by-the-white-house
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (15.2 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 35 min drive from the town center (15.4 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 40 min drive from the town center (14 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 40 min drive from the town center (14.5 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [FRESHFARM Whittier Elementary Farm Stand](https://wknd.app/r/s3mrgb/freshfarm-whittier-elementary-farm-stand)

- When: 2026-10-20 15:00-18:00 (America/New_York), and 5 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: 5 St NW & Somerset Pl NW, Washington, DC 20011 (38.96671, -77.01987)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: market
- Topics: farm-stand, local-produce, family-friendly
- About: Tuesday afternoon farm stand at Whittier Elementary with fresh local produce, also a Market Share pickup site.
- Source: https://www.freshfarm.org/markets/whittier-farm-stand
- Distance: about 40 min drive from the town center (14.6 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [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 55 min drive from the town center (12.1 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Fall events in DC](https://wknd.app/f/96g4j7/fall-events-in-dc)