# This weekend near Middleburg

> Events near Middleburg, 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)

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

### [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 30 min drive from the town center (9.9 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia local events](https://wknd.app/f/exxuqn/northern-virginia-local-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 (20.5 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Art events in the DMV](https://wknd.app/f/nfn8xc/art-events-in-the-dmv)

45 min or farther:

### [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 45 min drive from the town center (20.2 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-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 55 min drive from the town center (29.8 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 55 min drive from the town center (31.1 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Live music in the DMV](https://wknd.app/f/napgfx/live-music-in-the-dmv)

### [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 60 min drive from the town center (32 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 60 min drive from the town center (32 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 60 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)

### [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 60 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)

### [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 70 min drive from the town center (35 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 75 min drive from the town center (37 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [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 80 min drive from the town center (29.2 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 85 min drive from the town center (19.9 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Fall events in DC](https://wknd.app/f/96g4j7/fall-events-in-dc)

## Saturday, October 17 (Tomorrow)

### [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 25 min drive from the town center (10.9 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [DMV Collectible Shows](https://wknd.app/f/vd3qgy/dmv-collectible-shows)

### [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 25 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)

### [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 30 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)

### [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 30 min drive from the town center (10.3 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Wine and beer events in the DMV](https://wknd.app/f/c89qhf/wine-and-beer-events-in-the-dmv)

### [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 (12.7 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia local events](https://wknd.app/f/exxuqn/northern-virginia-local-events)

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

- When: 2026-10-17 19:30-23:00 (America/New_York), and 6 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 (14.5 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Fall events in DC](https://wknd.app/f/96g4j7/fall-events-in-dc)

### [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 (14.7 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-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 35 min drive from the town center (11.4 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Wine and beer events in the DMV](https://wknd.app/f/c89qhf/wine-and-beer-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 40 min drive from the town center (17.8 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 40 min drive from the town center (18 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-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 (20.4 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 (20.4 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia local events](https://wknd.app/f/exxuqn/northern-virginia-local-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 (20.4 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

45 min or farther:

### [Lucketts Fall Market – October 16-18](https://wknd.app/r/3mks5h/lucketts-fall-market-october-16-18)

- When: 2026-10-17 10:00-17:00 (America/New_York), and 1 more date
- Scarcity: short_run
- Cadence: run
- Where: Clarke County Ruritan Fairgrounds, 890 W Main St, Berryville, VA 22611 (39.16452, -77.99782)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: $20.00
- Category: market
- Topics: vintage-markets, antiques, flea-markets, collectibles, berryville
- About: 28th annual fall market at the Clarke County Fairgrounds: 200+ vintage vendors and ~10,000 visitors. Early-buyer Friday 8:30 AM-12:30 PM (advance pass); general admission Friday 12:30-5 PM, Saturday and Sunday 10 AM-5 PM. Kids 12 and under free; no pets; rain or shine.
- Source: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/lucketts-fall-market-tickets-1993845842588
- Distance: about 45 min drive from the town center (19.4 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA Antique, Vintage & Flea Markets](https://wknd.app/f/dy3u8k/nova-antique-vintage-flea-markets)

### [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 45 min drive from the town center (20.2 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [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 45 min drive from the town center (20.5 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

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

- When: 2026-10-17 19:00-22:30 (America/New_York), and 3 more dates
- Scarcity: few_dates
- 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 45 min drive from the town center (20.8 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Fall events in DC](https://wknd.app/f/96g4j7/fall-events-in-dc)

### [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 (21.3 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-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 50 min drive from the town center (20.6 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 50 min drive from the town center (26 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 50 min drive from the town center (26 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [DMV Collectible Shows](https://wknd.app/f/vd3qgy/dmv-collectible-shows)

### [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 55 min drive from the town center (22.7 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 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)

### [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 55 min drive from the town center (24.1 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 55 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)

### [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 55 min drive from the town center (24.3 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 55 min drive from the town center (24.3 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 55 min drive from the town center (27.8 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 55 min drive from the town center (28.6 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Wine and beer events in the DMV](https://wknd.app/f/c89qhf/wine-and-beer-events-in-the-dmv)

### [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 55 min drive from the town center (28.8 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 55 min drive from the town center (28.8 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-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 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)

### [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 55 min drive from the town center (30.9 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 55 min drive from the town center (31.1 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Live music in the DMV](https://wknd.app/f/napgfx/live-music-in-the-dmv)

### [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 60 min drive from the town center (30.8 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Art events in the DMV](https://wknd.app/f/nfn8xc/art-events-in-the-dmv)

### [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 60 min drive from the town center (32 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Art events in the DMV](https://wknd.app/f/nfn8xc/art-events-in-the-dmv)

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

- When: 2026-10-17 19:00-22:00 (America/New_York), and 3 more dates
- Scarcity: few_dates
- 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 60 min drive from the town center (32 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Fall events in DC](https://wknd.app/f/96g4j7/fall-events-in-dc)

### [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 60 min drive from the town center (32.1 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 60 min drive from the town center (32.1 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-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 60 min drive from the town center (35.1 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [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 65 min drive from the town center (33.8 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [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 65 min drive from the town center (36.4 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 65 min drive from the town center (37 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 65 min drive from the town center (37.1 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [DMV cultural events](https://wknd.app/f/bngusz/dmv-cultural-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 25 mi away (24.7 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 26 mi away (26.1 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia garage sales and estate sales](https://wknd.app/f/jwngc9/northern-virginia-garage-sales-and-estate-sales)

### [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 70 min drive from the town center (33.8 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-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 70 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)

### [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 70 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)

### [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 70 min drive from the town center (34.9 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 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)

### [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 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)

### [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 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)

### [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 28 mi away (27.9 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia garage sales and estate sales](https://wknd.app/f/jwngc9/northern-virginia-garage-sales-and-estate-sales)

### [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 75 min drive from the town center (30.6 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 75 min drive from the town center (33.8 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Fall events in DC](https://wknd.app/f/96g4j7/fall-events-in-dc)

### [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 75 min drive from the town center (36.5 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 75 min drive from the town center (37.1 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 75 min drive from the town center (37.1 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 29 mi away (29.3 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia garage sales and estate sales](https://wknd.app/f/jwngc9/northern-virginia-garage-sales-and-estate-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 (21.3 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Fall events in DC](https://wknd.app/f/96g4j7/fall-events-in-dc)

### [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 80 min drive from the town center (36.3 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [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 31 mi away (30.7 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia garage sales and estate sales](https://wknd.app/f/jwngc9/northern-virginia-garage-sales-and-estate-sales)

### [Pumpkin Festival at Butler's Orchard](https://wknd.app/r/jnh44d/pumpkin-festival-at-butlers-orchard)

- When: 2026-10-17 09:00-18:00 (America/New_York), and 11 more dates
- Scarcity: daily
- Cadence: run
- Where: Butler's Orchard, 22222 Davis Mill Road, Germantown, MD 20876 (39.22145, -77.22322)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: $12.00
- Category: festival
- Topics: fall, farm, pumpkin-patch, corn-maze, hayride, food, outdoor, little-kids
- About: Butler's Orchard's 46th Pumpkin Festival brings hayrides, giant slides, a corn maze, barnyard animals, a pumpkin cannon and pick-your-own pumpkins. Book ahead: weekend dates sell out.
- Source: https://festivalnet.com/27082/Germantown-Maryland/Festivals/Butlers-Orchard-Pumpkin-Festival
- Distance: about 85 min drive from the town center (32.7 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 36 mi away (35.7 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC estate and garage sales](https://wknd.app/f/4xhwca/washington-dc-estate-and-garage-sales)

## Sunday, October 18

### [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 40 min drive from the town center (17.8 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [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 40 min drive from the town center (18.5 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Live music in the DMV](https://wknd.app/f/napgfx/live-music-in-the-dmv)

### [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 (20.4 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [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 40 min drive from the town center (21.9 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [DMV Collectible Shows](https://wknd.app/f/vd3qgy/dmv-collectible-shows)

45 min or farther:

### [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 45 min drive from the town center (18.2 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Wine and beer events in the DMV](https://wknd.app/f/c89qhf/wine-and-beer-events-in-the-dmv)

### [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 50 min drive from the town center (28.1 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [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 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)

### [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 60 min drive from the town center (26 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 60 min drive from the town center (26.6 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 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)

### [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 60 min drive from the town center (32.1 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 65 min drive from the town center (36.1 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [DC Antique, Vintage & Flea Markets](https://wknd.app/f/gemtsc/dc-antique-vintage-flea-markets)

### [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 70 min drive from the town center (32.5 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [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 70 min drive from the town center (34.4 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Live music in the DMV](https://wknd.app/f/napgfx/live-music-in-the-dmv)

### [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 70 min drive from the town center (34.5 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 70 min drive from the town center (34.5 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 75 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)

## Monday, October 19

### [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 35 min drive from the town center (13.7 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 35 min drive from the town center (13.9 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 (18.8 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 (18.8 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

45 min or farther:

### [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 (19 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [Messy Monday (Lovettsville)](https://wknd.app/r/xy5qna/messy-monday-lovettsville)

- When: 2026-10-19 10:00-12:00 (America/New_York), and 2 more dates
- Scarcity: few_dates
- Cadence: run
- Where: 12 North Light Street, Lovettsville, VA 20180 (39.27427, -77.63558)
- Ages: 0 to 5
- Category: kids
- Topics: art, messy-play, weekly
- About: Weekly Monday messy art play for young children.
- Source: https://loudoun.libnet.info/event/16375486
- Distance: about 45 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)

### [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 45 min drive from the town center (24.1 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 50 min drive from the town center (26.8 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 55 min drive from the town center (28.1 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [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 55 min drive from the town center (28.8 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 55 min drive from the town center (30.8 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 65 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 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 65 min drive from the town center (36.3 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 65 min drive from the town center (36.3 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 65 min drive from the town center (36.9 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoMa infant events](https://wknd.app/f/djsmnm/noma-infant-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 70 min drive from the town center (34.6 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 70 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)

### [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 70 min drive from the town center (35.6 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [DPR Cooperative Play: 18-29 months at 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 70 min drive from the town center (35.6 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [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 70 min drive from the town center (35.9 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [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 70 min drive from the town center (36 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 80 min drive from the town center (36.3 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

## Tuesday, October 20

### [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 20 min drive from the town center (10.5 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [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 30 min drive from the town center (10.7 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [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 30 min drive from the town center (11.7 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [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 (16.3 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

45 min or farther:

### [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 45 min drive from the town center (20.3 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [Twos and Threes in Lovettsville (October)](https://wknd.app/r/7mq563/twos-and-threes-in-lovettsville-october)

- When: 2026-10-20 08:30-10:00 (America/New_York), and 2 more dates
- Scarcity: few_dates
- Cadence: run
- Where: Lovettsville Community Center, 57 E. Broad Way, Lovettsville, VA (39.269505, -77.6328651)
- Ages: 2 to 3
- Category: kids
- Topics: indoor
- About: Twice-weekly class for two- and three-year-olds where the child attends without a parent.
- Source: https://prcsinfo.loudoun.gov/view/1005298707/13/
- Distance: about 45 min drive from the town center (21.6 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [Tumble Tots in Lovettsville](https://wknd.app/r/j5euj7/tumble-tots-in-lovettsville)

- When: 2026-10-20 10:15-10:45 (America/New_York), and 2 more dates
- Scarcity: few_dates
- Cadence: run
- Where: Lovettsville Community Center, 57 E. Broad Way, Lovettsville, VA (39.269505, -77.6328651)
- Ages: 2 to 3
- Category: kids
- Topics: indoor
- About: Parent-participation tumbling class for twos and threes at the Lovettsville Community Center.
- Source: https://prcsinfo.loudoun.gov/view/1005298707/13/
- Distance: about 45 min drive from the town center (21.6 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [Wiggle Wormz in Lovettsville](https://wknd.app/r/2bwrqm/wiggle-wormz-in-lovettsville)

- When: 2026-10-20 11:00-11:30 (America/New_York), and 1 more date
- Scarcity: few_dates
- Cadence: run
- Where: Lovettsville Community Center, 57 E. Broad Way, Lovettsville, VA (39.269505, -77.6328651)
- Ages: 0 to 1
- Category: kids
- Topics: indoor
- About: Self-led movement class for infants 6 months to 1 year with full parent participation.
- Source: https://prcsinfo.loudoun.gov/view/1005298707/13/
- Distance: about 45 min drive from the town center (21.6 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [Family Storytime (Lovettsville)](https://wknd.app/r/me7w2n/family-storytime-lovettsville)

- When: 2026-10-20 10:00-11:00 (America/New_York), and 5 more dates
- Scarcity: daily
- Cadence: run
- Where: 12 North Light Street, Lovettsville, VA 20180 (39.27427, -77.63558)
- Ages: 0 to 5
- Category: kids
- Topics: storytime, family
- About: Family storytime at Lovettsville Library (Tue/Wed/Thu mornings).
- Source: https://loudoun.libnet.info/event/17345768
- Distance: about 45 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)

### [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 55 min drive from the town center (24.3 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 55 min drive from the town center (24.3 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [Read to Jackson](https://wknd.app/r/qx3xt6/read-to-jackson)

- When: 2026-10-20 16:00-17:00 (America/New_York), and 5 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: 9830 Georgetown Pike, Great Falls, VA 22066 (38.99833, -77.28699)
- Ages: 4 to 12
- Category: kids
- Topics: reading, therapy-dog, weekly
- About: Weekly read-to-a-therapy-dog session for children ages 4-12.
- Source: https://librarycalendar.fairfaxcounty.gov/event/15491561
- Distance: about 55 min drive from the town center (24.3 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [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 55 min drive from the town center (28.1 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 55 min drive from the town center (28.6 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 55 min drive from the town center (28.8 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 55 min drive from the town center (29.6 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [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 60 min drive from the town center (31.2 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 60 min drive from the town center (34.4 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [Family Storytime at Central Library (late session)](https://wknd.app/r/3vj5wg/family-storytime-at-central-library-late-session)

- When: 2026-10-20 11:00-11:30 (America/New_York), and 48 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Central Library, 1015 N Quincy St, Arlington, VA (38.8834242, -77.1077605)
- Ages: 0 to 5
- Category: kids
- Topics: books
- About: Second Tuesday morning storytime with stories, songs, rhymes and fingerplays for children 0 to 5.
- Source: https://arlingtonva.libcal.com/event/11742194
- Distance: about 60 min drive from the town center (34.4 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [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 60 min drive from the town center (35.1 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [Baby Lapsit Storytime at Courthouse Library](https://wknd.app/r/n9gnjn/baby-lapsit-storytime-at-courthouse-library)

- When: 2026-10-20 14:00-14:30 (America/New_York), and 48 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Courthouse Library, 2100 Clarendon Blvd, Arlington, VA (38.8904594, -77.0853969)
- Ages: 0 to 1
- Category: kids
- Topics: books
- About: Songs, rhymes and games for babies, plus time to meet other caregivers; no registration needed.
- Source: https://arlingtonva.libcal.com/event/11787877
- Distance: about 60 min drive from the town center (35.5 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 65 min drive from the town center (32.1 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [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 65 min drive from the town center (33.8 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 65 min drive from the town center (33.8 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [Bouncing Babies at Kingstowne Library](https://wknd.app/r/p3dqt5/bouncing-babies-at-kingstowne-library)

- When: 2026-10-20 11:00-11:30 (America/New_York), and 48 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Kingstowne Regional Library, 7130 Silver Lake Boulevard, Kingstowne, VA (38.7645238, -77.1535234)
- Ages: 0 to 2
- Category: kids
- Topics: books
- About: Lapsit program with songs, bouncing rhymes and a story for babies up to 18 months. Free at the Kingstowne branch.
- Source: https://librarycalendar.fairfaxcounty.gov/event/16914159
- Distance: about 65 min drive from the town center (34.4 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 65 min drive from the town center (35.1 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 65 min drive from the town center (35.1 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [Tuesday Playtime at Burke Branch Library](https://wknd.app/r/a2tkjj/tuesday-playtime-at-burke-branch-library)

- When: 2026-10-20 15:00-16:00 (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: indoor
- About: Caregiver-child playtime with uninterrupted play and time for caregivers to mingle, ages 0 to 5.
- Source: https://alexlibraryva.org/event/10415356
- Distance: about 65 min drive from the town center (35.1 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [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 70 min drive from the town center (35.2 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [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 70 min drive from the town center (35.5 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [The Creation of an Eighteenth-Century Comic Opera: Concert and Lecture](https://wknd.app/r/njbde9/the-creation-of-an-eighteenth-century-comic-opera-concert)

- When: 2026-10-20 17:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: Gonda Theatre (38.90784, -77.07307)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: concert
- Topics: italian-culture, opera, period-music, lecture
- About: The Italian Cultural Institute presents a concert and lecture on how eighteenth-century comic operas were created, at Georgetown University's Gonda Theatre in the Davis Performing Arts Center. Free with Eventbrite registration.
- Source: https://iicwashington.esteri.it/en/gli_eventi/calendario/concert-lecture-the-creation-of-an-eighteenth-century-comic-opera-at-georgetown-university/
- Distance: about 70 min drive from the town center (36 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [DMV cultural events](https://wknd.app/f/bngusz/dmv-cultural-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 75 min drive from the town center (36.6 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [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 80 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)

## Wednesday, October 21

### [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 20 min drive from the town center (10.5 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [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 30 min drive from the town center (10.7 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [Sticker, Stamp and Create in Leesburg](https://wknd.app/r/57pwzt/sticker-stamp-and-create-in-leesburg)

- When: 2026-10-21 10:00-11:00 (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: crafts
- About: One-time craft session for ages 1 to 3 at the Douglass Community Center in Leesburg.
- Source: https://prcsinfo.loudoun.gov/view/1005298707/8/
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (13.9 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 35 min drive from the town center (18.6 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 35 min drive from the town center (18.6 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [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 (17.9 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 (20.4 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 (20.4 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

45 min or farther:

### [Baby Storytime at Cascades Library](https://wknd.app/r/4qtr7n/baby-storytime-at-cascades-library)

- When: 2026-10-21 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: 0 to 2
- Price: free
- Category: kids
- Topics: storytime, books, little-kids, indoor
- About: A gentle storytime of lap rhymes, songs and simple stories for babies up to 18 months with a caregiver, followed by playtime. Held Wednesday mornings in Meeting Room B at Cascades.
- Source: https://loudoun.libnet.info/event/14726290
- Distance: about 45 min drive from the town center (19 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 45 min drive from the town center (20.5 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [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 45 min drive from the town center (24.1 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 50 min drive from the town center (25.8 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [Sensory-Friendly Storytime with ITC](https://wknd.app/r/ejcjm4/sensory-friendly-storytime-with-itc)

- When: 2026-10-21 10:30-11:15 (America/New_York), and 5 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: 9830 Georgetown Pike, Great Falls, VA 22066 (38.99833, -77.28699)
- Ages: 0 to 5
- Category: kids
- Topics: storytime, sensory-friendly, weekly
- About: Weekly Wednesday sensory-friendly storytime for preschoolers and toddlers.
- Source: https://librarycalendar.fairfaxcounty.gov/event/17638211
- Distance: about 55 min drive from the town center (24.3 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [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 55 min drive from the town center (28.6 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 55 min drive from the town center (28.8 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 55 min drive from the town center (29.6 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [Baby Lapsit Storytime at Cherrydale Library](https://wknd.app/r/epr7yh/baby-lapsit-storytime-at-cherrydale-library)

- When: 2026-10-21 16:00-17:00 (America/New_York), and 48 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Cherrydale Library, 2190 North Military Rd, Arlington, VA (38.8987168, -77.109269)
- Ages: 0 to 1
- Category: kids
- Topics: books
- About: Songs, rhymes and games for babies 0 to 12 months in the Cherrydale branch Loft; space is limited.
- Source: https://arlingtonva.libcal.com/event/15092246
- Distance: about 60 min drive from the town center (34.1 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [Toddler Time at Kingstowne Library](https://wknd.app/r/ezszj5/toddler-time-at-kingstowne-library)

- When: 2026-10-21 11:00-11:30 (America/New_York), and 48 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Kingstowne Regional Library, 7130 Silver Lake Boulevard, Kingstowne, VA (38.7645238, -77.1535234)
- Ages: 1 to 3
- Category: kids
- Topics: books
- About: Interactive books, songs and movement for toddlers 18 to 36 months at the Kingstowne branch library.
- Source: https://librarycalendar.fairfaxcounty.gov/event/16914214
- Distance: about 65 min drive from the town center (34.4 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [Baby & Toddler Story Time (10:00 AM) at Georgetown Neighborhood Library](https://wknd.app/r/ht2d9m/baby-toddler-story-time-10-00-am-at-georgetown-neighborhood)

- When: 2026-10-21 10:00-10:30 (America/New_York), and 10 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Georgetown Neighborhood Library, 3260 R St NW, Washington, DC 20007 (38.9134056, -77.0660197)
- Ages: 0 to 2
- Price: free
- Category: reading
- Topics: books, little-kids, indoor, stroller-ok
- About: Stories and songs for babies and toddlers with their grown-ups. Free; registration required on the DCPL calendar, one session per day. Wednesdays at 10am.
- Source: https://dclibrary.libnet.info/event/17110313
- Distance: about 65 min drive from the town center (36.3 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoMa infant events](https://wknd.app/f/djsmnm/noma-infant-events)

### [Baby & Toddler Story Time (11:00 AM) at Georgetown Neighborhood Library](https://wknd.app/r/xpnhyx/baby-toddler-story-time-11-00-am-at-georgetown-neighborhood)

- When: 2026-10-21 11:00-11:30 (America/New_York), and 10 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Georgetown Neighborhood Library, 3260 R St NW, Washington, DC 20007 (38.9134056, -77.0660197)
- Ages: 0 to 2
- Price: free
- Category: reading
- Topics: books, little-kids, indoor, stroller-ok
- About: Stories and songs for babies and toddlers with their grown-ups. Free; registration required on the DCPL calendar, one session per day. Wednesdays at 11am.
- Source: https://dclibrary.libnet.info/event/17110374
- Distance: about 65 min drive from the town center (36.3 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoMa infant events](https://wknd.app/f/djsmnm/noma-infant-events)

### [Tudor Tots: V is for Vase](https://wknd.app/r/juwe7u/tudor-tots-v-is-for-vase)

- When: 2026-10-21 10:15-11:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: Tudor Place, 1644 31st Street NW, Washington, DC 20007 (38.91149, -77.06299)
- Ages: 1 to 4
- Price: $10.00
- Category: kids
- Topics: history, crafts, indoor, little-kids
- About: Early learners ages 18 months to 4 years explore the china, crystal and silver in the Tudor Place collection, with story time and an art project. $10 per non-member child, adults free.
- Source: https://tudorplace.org/events/category/calendar/youth-family-calendar/
- Distance: about 65 min drive from the town center (36.5 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoMa infant events](https://wknd.app/f/djsmnm/noma-infant-events)

### [Learn and PlayGroup at Del Pepper (Wednesday)](https://wknd.app/r/7sa3d7/learn-and-playgroup-at-del-pepper-wednesday)

- When: 2026-10-21 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 70 min drive from the town center (34.6 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [Baby Storytime + Playdate](https://wknd.app/r/b4u4m3/baby-storytime-playdate)

- When: 2026-10-21 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 1
- Price: free
- Category: reading
- Topics: babies, storytime, playdate
- About: Storytime for the youngest users and caregivers, followed by playdate.
- Source: https://mcpl.libnet.info/events?t=Storytime&r=thismonth
- Distance: about 70 min drive from the town center (35.5 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Spanish-English Bilingual Storytime](https://wknd.app/r/vedpax/spanish-english-bilingual-storytime)

- When: 2026-10-21 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: bilingual, spanish, storytime
- About: Spanish-English bilingual storytime for toddlers and preschoolers.
- Source: https://mcpl.libnet.info/events?t=Storytime&r=thismonth
- Distance: about 80 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)

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

- When: 2026-10-21 17:30-18:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 18330 Montgomery Village Avenue, Gaithersburg, MD 20879 (39.1581175, -77.2054138)
- Ages: 0 to 12
- Price: free
- Category: reading
- Topics: storytime, family
- About: Evening family storytime (starts before 6pm).
- Source: https://mcpl.libnet.info/events?t=Storytime&r=thismonth
- Distance: about 80 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)

### [Family Storytime](https://wknd.app/r/rm36vy/family-storytime)

- When: 2026-10-21 10:15-11:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 25520 Oak Drive, Damascus, MD 20872 (39.2771372, -77.2152902)
- Ages: 0 to 5
- Price: free
- Category: reading
- Topics: storytime, family
- About: Weekly 40-minute storytime program with Damascus Library staff.
- Source: https://mcpl.libnet.info/events?t=Storytime&r=thismonth
- Distance: about 95 min drive from the town center (35.2 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

## Thursday, October 22

### [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 25 min drive from the town center (10.9 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [My Toddler and Me in Purcellville (9:30 AM)](https://wknd.app/r/7rbh7r/my-toddler-and-me-in-purcellville-9-30-am)

- When: 2026-10-22 09:30-10:15 (America/New_York), and 4 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Loudoun Valley Community Center, 320 West School Street, Purcellville, VA (39.1326254, -77.7194591)
- Ages: 1 to 3
- Category: kids
- Topics: indoor
- About: Weekly class for toddlers 18 months to 2.5 years with a caregiver attending alongside.
- Source: https://prcsinfo.loudoun.gov/view/1005298707/10/
- Distance: about 30 min drive from the town center (11.4 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [My Toddler and Me in Purcellville (10:45 AM)](https://wknd.app/r/sk2qhh/my-toddler-and-me-in-purcellville-10-45-am)

- When: 2026-10-22 10:45-11:30 (America/New_York), and 4 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Loudoun Valley Community Center, 320 West School Street, Purcellville, VA (39.1326254, -77.7194591)
- Ages: 1 to 3
- Category: kids
- Topics: indoor
- About: Weekly class for toddlers 18 months to 2.5 years with a caregiver attending alongside.
- Source: https://prcsinfo.loudoun.gov/view/1005298707/10/
- Distance: about 30 min drive from the town center (11.4 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 40 min drive from the town center (17.1 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [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 (17.9 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 (20.4 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

45 min or farther:

### [Paws to Read (Lovettsville)](https://wknd.app/r/3xnncw/paws-to-read-lovettsville)

- When: 2026-10-22 10:30-11:30 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 12 North Light Street, Lovettsville, VA 20180 (39.27427, -77.63558)
- Ages: 0 to 12
- Category: kids
- Topics: reading, therapy-dog
- About: Read-to-a-therapy-dog session at Lovettsville Library.
- Source: https://loudoun.libnet.info/event/17007276
- Distance: about 45 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)

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

### [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 50 min drive from the town center (21.3 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 55 min drive from the town center (28.8 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 55 min drive from the town center (31.1 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [Baby Lapsit Storytime at Central Library](https://wknd.app/r/anvbhe/baby-lapsit-storytime-at-central-library)

- When: 2026-10-22 10:15-10:45 (America/New_York), and 48 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Central Library, 1015 North Quincy Street, Arlington, VA (38.8837874, -77.1071838)
- Ages: 0 to 1
- Category: kids
- Topics: books
- About: Songs, rhymes and games for babies 0 to 12 months; free tickets at the Youth Services desk.
- Source: https://arlingtonva.libcal.com/event/13793271
- Distance: about 60 min drive from the town center (34.4 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [Music and Movement](https://wknd.app/r/xke83y/music-and-movement)

- When: 2026-10-22 10:30-11:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 5501 Massachusetts Avenue, Bethesda, MD 20816 (38.9588942, -77.1101686)
- Ages: 0 to 12
- Price: free
- Category: kids
- Topics: music, movement, literacy
- About: 25-30 minutes of music, movement, and a themed story teaching early literacy skills.
- Source: https://mcpl.libnet.info/events?t=Storytime&r=thismonth
- Distance: about 65 min drive from the town center (33.7 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Learn and PlayGroup at William Ramsay (Thursday)](https://wknd.app/r/d2dgvq/learn-and-playgroup-at-william-ramsay-thursday)

- When: 2026-10-22 10:30-12:00 (America/New_York), and 33 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: William Ramsay Recreation Center, 5650 Sanger Ave, Alexandria, VA (38.8273315, -77.1303521)
- Ages: 0 to 5
- Category: kids
- Topics: indoor
- About: Free weekly parent-child playgroup for ages 0 to 5 at William Ramsay Rec Center; application required.
- Source: http://centerforalexandriaschildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/ENGLISH-Weekly-Schedule-1.pdf
- Distance: about 65 min drive from the town center (34.1 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [Baby Lap Time at Georgetown Neighborhood Library](https://wknd.app/r/6fwzfb/baby-lap-time-at-georgetown-neighborhood-library)

- When: 2026-10-22 14:00-14:30 (America/New_York), and 8 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Georgetown Neighborhood Library, 3260 R St NW, Washington, DC 20007 (38.9134056, -77.0660197)
- Ages: 0 to 2
- Price: free
- Category: reading
- Topics: books, little-kids, drop-in, stroller-ok, indoor
- About: Lap-sit songs and rhymes for pre-walking babies with caregivers. Free, no registration required. Thursday afternoons.
- Source: https://dclibrary.libnet.info/event/17110477
- Distance: about 65 min drive from the town center (36.3 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoMa infant events](https://wknd.app/f/djsmnm/noma-infant-events)

### [Raj Haldar: What Rhymes with Pterodactyl? - Storytime](https://wknd.app/r/fpr4sf/raj-haldar-what-rhymes-with-pterodactyl-storytime)

- When: 2026-10-22 10:30-11:30 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: Politics and Prose, 5015 Connecticut Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20008 (38.95547, -77.06965)
- Ages: 0 to 8
- Category: kids
- Topics: storytime, author-event, picture-books, rhyming
- About: Morning storytime and rhyming-book fun with author Raj Haldar at the Connecticut Avenue store.
- Source: https://politics-prose.com/children-teens
- Distance: about 75 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)

### [Baby Storytime](https://wknd.app/r/h3uspp/baby-storytime)

- When: 2026-10-22 10:30-11:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 15831 Quince Orchard Road, Gaithersburg, MD 20878 (39.1160347, -77.2522155)
- Ages: 0 to 1
- Price: free
- Category: reading
- Topics: babies, storytime
- About: Baby storytime followed by stay and play.
- Source: https://mcpl.libnet.info/events?t=Storytime&r=thismonth
- Distance: about 80 min drive from the town center (28 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

## Friday, October 23

### [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 25 min drive from the town center (10.3 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Fall events in DC](https://wknd.app/f/96g4j7/fall-events-in-dc)

### [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 30 min drive from the town center (10.7 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [2026 Loudoun Wine Awards Dinner](https://wknd.app/r/3svxv6/2026-loudoun-wine-awards-dinner)

- When: 2026-10-23 18:00-22:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: Lansdowne Resort, 44050 Woodridge Parkway, Leesburg, VA 20176 (39.0833433, -77.4752773)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: $161.90
- Category: food
- Topics: wine, awards, dinner, grand-tasting, loudoun
- About: The Loudoun Wineries Association hosts its 11th annual awards dinner at Lansdowne Resort. Includes a grand tasting of award-winning wines, a three-course dinner, and a crystal souvenir glass. 21 and over.
- Source: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2026-loudoun-wine-awards-dinner-tickets-1988785198064
- Distance: about 40 min drive from the town center (16.2 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Wine and beer events in the DMV](https://wknd.app/f/c89qhf/wine-and-beer-events-in-the-dmv)

### [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 40 min drive from the town center (17.8 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 (18.5 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 (18.8 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

45 min or farther:

### [Little Artists (Lovettsville)](https://wknd.app/r/petqmf/little-artists-lovettsville)

- When: 2026-10-23 10:00-12:00 (America/New_York), and 2 more dates
- Scarcity: few_dates
- Cadence: run
- Where: 12 North Light Street, Lovettsville, VA 20180 (39.27427, -77.63558)
- Ages: 0 to 5
- Category: kids
- Topics: art, weekly
- About: Weekly Friday art program for birth to age 5 at Lovettsville Library.
- Source: https://loudoun.libnet.info/event/16676327
- Distance: about 45 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)

### [Builders Free Play (Lovettsville)](https://wknd.app/r/xf3fm5/builders-free-play-lovettsville)

- When: 2026-10-23 13:00-16:00 (America/New_York), and 2 more dates
- Scarcity: few_dates
- Cadence: run
- Where: 12 North Light Street, Lovettsville, VA 20180 (39.27427, -77.63558)
- Ages: 0 to 12
- Category: kids
- Topics: building, lego, free-play, weekly
- About: Weekly Friday open building free play at Lovettsville Library.
- Source: https://loudoun.libnet.info/event/16676411
- Distance: about 45 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)

### [Playdate Cafe (ages 0-6)](https://wknd.app/r/3fdhcf/playdate-cafe-ages-0-6)

- When: 2026-10-23 10:30-11:30 (America/New_York), and 5 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: 9830 Georgetown Pike, Great Falls, VA 22066 (38.99833, -77.28699)
- Ages: 0 to 6
- Category: kids
- Topics: playdate, toddlers, weekly
- About: Weekly Friday free-play social hour for children ages 0-6.
- Source: https://librarycalendar.fairfaxcounty.gov/event/17041447
- Distance: about 55 min drive from the town center (24.3 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [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 55 min drive from the town center (28.5 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Live music in the DMV](https://wknd.app/f/napgfx/live-music-in-the-dmv)

### [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 55 min drive from the town center (29.5 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [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 55 min drive from the town center (30.8 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [Baby Lapsit Storytime at Westover Library](https://wknd.app/r/3uvznj/baby-lapsit-storytime-at-westover-library)

- When: 2026-10-23 11:30-12:00 (America/New_York), and 6 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Westover Library, 1644 N McKinley Rd, Arlington, VA 22205 (38.88638, -77.14212)
- Ages: 0 to 1
- Price: free
- Category: kids
- Topics: storytime, books, little-kids, indoor
- About: A lapsit storytime for babies ages 0 to 12 months, with songs, rhymes, and games, plus time afterward for caregivers to connect. No registration; admission is first come, first served until capacity is reached.
- Source: https://arlingtonva.libcal.com/event/12217117
- Distance: about 60 min drive from the town center (32.5 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [Family Storytime at Arlington Central Library](https://wknd.app/r/ng6spt/family-storytime-at-arlington-central-library)

- When: 2026-10-23 10:15-10:45 (America/New_York), and 7 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Barbara M. Donnellan Auditorium, 1015 N Quincy St, Arlington, VA 22201 (38.8834242, -77.1077605)
- Ages: 0 to 5
- Price: free
- Category: kids
- Topics: books
- About: Free storytime for ages 0–5 with an adult—stories, songs, rhymes, and flannel boards. No registration; first-come seating.
- Source: https://arlingtonva.libcal.com/event/16751187
- Distance: about 60 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)

### [Bilingual Storytime (English/Spanish)](https://wknd.app/r/uhvsqb/bilingual-storytime-english-spanish)

- When: 2026-10-23 10:30-11:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 6400 Democracy Boulevard, Bethesda, MD 20817 (39.0229519, -77.1288343)
- Ages: 0 to 5
- Price: free
- Category: reading
- Topics: bilingual, spanish, storytime
- About: Bilingual storytime for the whole family.
- Source: https://mcpl.libnet.info/events?t=Storytime&r=thismonth
- Distance: about 65 min drive from the town center (32.9 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Stories and Movement with Metropolitan Ballet Theatre](https://wknd.app/r/mtk7ya/stories-and-movement-with-metropolitan-ballet-theatre)

- When: 2026-10-23 11:00-11:45 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 5501 Massachusetts Avenue, Bethesda, MD 20816 (38.9588942, -77.1101686)
- Ages: 1 to 12
- Price: free
- Category: kids
- Topics: dance, ballet, storytime
- About: Monthly program engaging children in creative movement connected with a story of the day.
- Source: https://mcpl.libnet.info/events?t=Storytime&r=thismonth
- Distance: about 65 min drive from the town center (33.7 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Baby Storytime at Burke Branch Library](https://wknd.app/r/n4s7x6/baby-storytime-at-burke-branch-library)

- When: 2026-10-23 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 2
- Category: kids
- Topics: books
- About: Singing, play, dancing and rhyming for babies 0 to 14 months at the Burke branch.
- Source: https://alexlibraryva.org/event/10415356
- Distance: about 65 min drive from the town center (35.1 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [Fun Friday](https://wknd.app/r/r8vyhz/fun-friday)

- When: 2026-10-23 15:30-16:30 (America/New_York), and 5 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: 4701 Seminary Road, Alexandria, VA 22304 (38.82785, -77.10996)
- Ages: 8 to 13
- Category: kids
- Topics: games, tweens, weekly
- About: Weekly Friday afternoon program for ages 8-13 at Burke Branch.
- Source: https://alexlibraryva.org/event/17479507
- Distance: about 65 min drive from the town center (35.1 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [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 70 min drive from the town center (33.8 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [Preschool Play and Learn](https://wknd.app/r/qrdvsk/preschool-play-and-learn)

- When: 2026-10-23 15:30-16:20 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 202 Meadow Hall Drive, Rockville, MD 20851 (39.0746833, -77.1135993)
- Ages: 3 to 5
- Price: free
- Category: kids
- Topics: preschool, play
- About: Short circle time followed by 30-40 minutes of play-based activity stations.
- Source: https://mcpl.libnet.info/events?t=Storytime&r=thismonth
- Distance: about 70 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)

### [Spanish/English Bilingual Storytime](https://wknd.app/r/uqduac/spanish-english-bilingual-storytime)

- When: 2026-10-23 10:30-11:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 7400 Arlington Road, Bethesda, MD 20814 (38.9830076, -77.0986321)
- Ages: 0 to 12
- Price: free
- Category: reading
- Topics: bilingual, spanish
- About: Interactive bilingual storytime with reading, singing, clapping, and rhymes.
- Source: https://mcpl.libnet.info/events?t=Storytime&r=thismonth
- Distance: about 70 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)

### [Alsace: Pinot Gris World WineTasting & Dinner](https://wknd.app/r/vqdx59/alsace-pinot-gris-world-winetasting-dinner)

- When: 2026-10-23 18:30-22:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: Embassy of France, DC, 4101 Reservoir Road NW, Washington, DC 20007 (38.913955, -77.078581)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: $65.87
- Category: food
- Topics: wine, pinot-gris, alsace, tasting, dinner
- About: Guided tasting and dinner focused on Pinot Gris from Alsace and around the world, held at the French Embassy. $65.87.
- Source: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/alsace-pinot-gris-world-winetasting-dinner-tickets-2001274043537
- Distance: about 70 min drive from the town center (35.6 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Wine and beer events in the DMV](https://wknd.app/f/c89qhf/wine-and-beer-events-in-the-dmv)

### [DRAG ME TO HALLOWEEN: A Costume Party Like No Other at Steinhardt Brewery](https://wknd.app/r/e9eeqm/drag-me-to-halloween-a-costume-party-like-no-other-at)

- When: 2026-10-23 all day (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: Steinhardt Brewing Company, 340 East Patrick Street, Frederick, MD 21701 (39.413678, -77.404201)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: $23.00
- Category: meetup
- Topics: beer, brewery, halloween, drag, party, costume
- About: Steinhardt Brewing Company hosts a 21+ Halloween costume party produced by Nevermore Weddings and Events, with drag performances by Chasity Vain and friends, sideshow acts, magic, flash tattoos, tarot readings, artisan vendors, DJ sets, and a five-category costume contest. Ticket sales go to the performers, with a portion supporting the Frederick Community Fridge.
- Source: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/drag-me-to-halloween-a-costume-party-like-no-other-steinhardt-brewery-tickets-1992463775789
- Distance: about 75 min drive from the town center (35.6 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Wine and beer events in the DMV](https://wknd.app/f/c89qhf/wine-and-beer-events-in-the-dmv)

### [Night of the Living Zoo](https://wknd.app/r/23vtuh/night-of-the-living-zoo)

- When: 2026-10-23 19:00-23:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: Smithsonian's National Zoo, 3001 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC 20008 (38.9285936, -77.0485378)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: $75.00
- Category: festival
- Topics: fall, halloween, party, 21-plus, drinks, zoo, after-hours, costume
- About: The National Zoo's adults-only Halloween bash takes over the lower zoo after dark with unlimited drinks from pop-up bars, live music and DJs, roving entertainers, creepy Halloween scenes, tarot and zoostrology readings, and after-hours access to the Reptile Discovery Center and Great Cats exhibits. 21 and over; valid ID required.
- Source: https://nationalzoo.si.edu/visit/events/night-living-zoo
- Distance: about 75 min drive from the town center (37.1 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Fall events in DC](https://wknd.app/f/96g4j7/fall-events-in-dc)

### [Baby Storytime + Stay and Play](https://wknd.app/r/st4ud6/baby-storytime-stay-and-play)

- When: 2026-10-23 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 1
- Price: free
- Category: reading
- Topics: babies, storytime, play
- About: Storytime for the youngest library users and caregivers, followed by stay and play.
- Source: https://mcpl.libnet.info/events?t=Storytime&r=thismonth
- Distance: about 80 min drive from the town center (36.3 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

## Saturday, October 24

### [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 15 min drive from the town center (6.3 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 25 min drive from the town center (10.3 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Fall events in DC](https://wknd.app/f/96g4j7/fall-events-in-dc)

### [Arterra Harvest Celebration Dinner](https://wknd.app/r/82wy8p/arterra-harvest-celebration-dinner)

- When: 2026-10-24 18:30-21:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: Arterra Wines, 1808 Leeds Manor Rd, Delaplane, VA 20144 (38.96748, -77.9719)
- Ages: all ages
- Category: food
- Topics: wine, fall
- About: Multi-course dinner from Nomad Provisions in Arterra's wooded setting, with live jazz and the winemaker's harvest presentation. Wine sold separately.
- Source: https://events.humanitix.com/2026-harvest-dinner
- Distance: about 30 min drive from the town center (12.6 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Wine and beer events in the DMV](https://wknd.app/f/c89qhf/wine-and-beer-events-in-the-dmv)

### [A Grave Misunderstanding Murder Mystery Dinner at Casanel](https://wknd.app/r/wyzjbd/a-grave-misunderstanding-murder-mystery-dinner-at-casanel)

- When: 2026-10-24 all day (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 17956 Canby Rd, Leesburg, VA 20175 (39.11801, -77.62833)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: $77.00
- Category: theater
- Topics: murder-mystery, dinner, halloween, theater
- About: StageCoach Theatre Co.'s Halloween murder mystery dinner at Casanel: 'A Grave Misunderstanding' with catered dinner and dessert by Pure Perfection Catering.
- Source: https://www.casanelvineyards.com/upcoming-events/a-grave-misunderstanding-murder-mystery-dinner
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (11.9 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-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 (16.3 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 (16.3 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 (18.5 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 (20.4 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 (20.4 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

45 min or farther:

### [Breaux Vineyards Harvest Festival](https://wknd.app/r/hr7egu/breaux-vineyards-harvest-festival)

- When: 2026-10-24 11:00-18:00 (America/New_York), and 1 more date
- Scarcity: short_run
- Cadence: run
- Where: Breaux Vineyards, 36888 Breaux Vineyards Ln, Purcellville, VA 20132 (39.23178, -77.7265)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: festival
- Topics: wine, fall
- About: Breaux's annual harvest weekend with contests, live music all day, artisan vendors, food options, and tastings of the new vintage. Free admission.
- Source: https://www.breauxvineyards.com/events/harvest-festival/
- Distance: about 50 min drive from the town center (18.2 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Wine and beer events in the DMV](https://wknd.app/f/c89qhf/wine-and-beer-events-in-the-dmv)

### [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 50 min drive from the town center (20.9 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 50 min drive from the town center (22.9 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/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 50 min drive from the town center (24.7 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia local events](https://wknd.app/f/exxuqn/northern-virginia-local-events)

### [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 50 min drive from the town center (24.7 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/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 50 min drive from the town center (25.3 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Fall events in DC](https://wknd.app/f/96g4j7/fall-events-in-dc)

### [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 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)

### [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 60 min drive from the town center (26.6 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [Painting a Child's Portrait in Oils with Teresa Oaxaca](https://wknd.app/r/va4a4q/painting-a-childs-portrait-in-oils-with-teresa-oaxaca)

- When: 2026-10-24 10:00-17:00 (America/New_York), and 1 more date
- Scarcity: short_run
- Cadence: run
- Where: 5537 Langston Blvd, Arlington, VA 22207 (38.89635, -77.14011)
- Ages: all ages
- Category: art
- Topics: painting, oil-painting, portrait, workshop
- About: A two-day workshop with Teresa Oaxaca on painting a child's portrait in oils, 10am to 5pm each day.
- Source: https://arthouseseven.com/
- Distance: about 60 min drive from the town center (32.5 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [Go Fish: The Premier Christian Live Event For Kids!](https://wknd.app/r/j7mje3/go-fish-the-premier-christian-live-event-for-kids)

- When: 2026-10-24 all day (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 4238 Wilson Blvd, Arlington, VA 22203 (38.87962, -77.1109)
- Ages: 4 to 12
- Category: kids
- Topics: christian, music, family
- About: Go Fish brings high-energy Christian music and fun to Ballston Quarter in a live event made for kids.
- Source: https://www.eventbrite.com/d/va--great-falls/kids-events/
- Distance: about 60 min drive from the town center (34.2 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [Kids Baking Fun!](https://wknd.app/r/vn4r79/kids-baking-fun)

- When: 2026-10-24 all day (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 4238 Wilson Blvd, Arlington, VA 22203 (38.87962, -77.1109)
- Ages: 4 to 12
- Category: kids
- Topics: baking, cooking-class
- About: Kids get hands-on baking fun at Cookology Culinary School in Ballston Quarter.
- Source: https://www.eventbrite.com/d/va--great-falls/kids-events/
- Distance: about 60 min drive from the town center (34.2 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 75 min drive from the town center (36.3 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

## Sunday, October 25

### [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 (20.4 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

45 min or farther:

### [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 50 min drive from the town center (25.4 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-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 55 min drive from the town center (29.6 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [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 65 min drive from the town center (34 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [Family Workshop: 3D Printing Design Remix](https://wknd.app/r/5mygmf/family-workshop-3d-printing-design-remix)

- When: 2026-10-25 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: 3d-printing, family-workshop, makers
- About: Family workshop remixing designs with 3D printing (two sessions merged).
- Source: https://kid-museum.org/programs/sunday-workshops/
- Distance: about 70 min drive from the town center (34.5 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [Fab Lab Open Studio](https://wknd.app/r/apyd48/fab-lab-open-studio)

- When: 2026-10-25 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: fab-lab, open-studio, makers
- About: Open fabrication lab studio session for 4th grade and up.
- Source: https://kid-museum.org/programs/sunday-workshops/
- Distance: about 70 min drive from the town center (34.5 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [Exploring Color Fearlessly by Noreene Janus](https://wknd.app/r/q6qwsf/exploring-color-fearlessly-by-noreene-janus)

- When: 2026-10-25 13:00-18:00 (America/New_York), and 15 more dates
- Scarcity: daily
- Cadence: weekly
- 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, color
- About: Solo show by Noreene Janus built on a saturated palette of red, yellow, orange and blue. The paintings urge viewers to live life to the fullest through fearless color. Reception Friday, October 30, at the member-run Waverly Street Gallery in downtown Bethesda. Gallery open Thursday through Sunday, 1 to 6 pm.
- Source: https://www.waverlystreetgallery.com/exhibitions
- Distance: about 70 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)