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TodayFriday, October 16
All day, through Oct 17
About 20 min drive20 minGreat Country Farms, Bluemont, VAAdults-only (21+) corn maze nights at Great Country Farms with Henway Hard cider, a bonfire, and live music.
All day, through Oct 18
About 30 min drive30 minMiddleburg, VAAward-season film festival in Middleburg, October 15–18, 2026. Screenings are ticketed; the festival page did not list a dollar price.
All day, through Nov 8
About 30 min drive30 minThe Artists in Middleburg, Middleburg, VAJuried group exhibition at The Artists in Middleburg gallery celebrating the seasons of Virginia's Piedmont region. Opening reception on October 3.
All day, through Jan 31Free
About 40 min drive40 minTephra Institute of Contemporary Art, Reston, VAMid-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.
All day, through Dec 31Free
About 40 min drive40 minReston, VAFree community-led morning Tai Chi at Hunters Woods Plaza, a daily drop-in session open to all.
10 more, 45 min or fartherArlington, Centreville, Dickerson
7:30 to 11pm, through Oct 17$25
About 50 min drive50 minCox Farms, Centreville, VACox Farms turns scary after dark. More than 20 acres of haunted attractions: the Cornightmare haunted corn maze, the Dark Side Hayride, and The Forest, a half-mile woodland walk. Between scares, the Firegrounds has bonfires, a dance party, karaoke, a six-lane slide, and the Fear Market. Separate ticket from the daytime festival; online only. Not recommended for kids under 12.
5 to 10:30pm$5
About 50 min drive50 minHilton Fairfax, Fairfax, VAEvening card show at the Hilton Fairfax: 80+ vendors with sports cards, TCGs and collectibles to buy, sell and trade. Presented by The Trading Ground. $5 entry, 5 PM to 10:30 PM.
All day, through Nov 7
About 55 min drive55 minMcLean Community Center, McLean, VAThe 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.
7 to 10:30pm, through Oct 17$25
About 60 min drive60 minARTfactory, Manassas, VAARTfactory'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.
9pm$18
About 60 min drive60 minFalls Church, VASaved 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.
All day, through Oct 18$50
About 65 min drive65 minMarkoff's Haunted Forest at Calleva Farm, Dickerson, MDA 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.
All day, through Jan 24
About 65 min drive65 minMuseum of Contemporary Art Arlington, Arlington, VAFive 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.
All day, through Jan 24
About 65 min drive65 minMuseum of Contemporary Art Arlington, Arlington, VAFour 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.
All day, through Oct 18
About 70 min drive70 minBlackRock Center for the Arts, Germantown, MDFinal 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.
All day, through Dec 31Free
About 70 min drive70 minThe Kreeger Museum, Washington, DCSeven 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.
TomorrowSaturday, October 17
11am to 4pm$45
About 15 min drive15 minBear Chase Brewing Company, Bluemont, VABear 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.
9am to 5pm, through Oct 31
About 20 min drive20 minGreat Country Farms, Bluemont, VAFall 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.
9:30am to 6pm, through Nov 8$15.95
About 20 min drive20 minLeesburg Animal Park, Leesburg, VAFall festival with wagon rides, giant hill slides, moon bounces, pedal carts, corn bin, animal encounters and weekend live entertainment; online tickets required on weekends.
5 to 8pm
About 30 min drive30 minLeesburg, VAFavorite Child blends soulful indie rock with rich three-part harmonies at Vanish on Saturday, October 17 from 5 to 8pm.
10am to 4pm, through Oct 18Free
About 30 min drive30 minLoudoun County farms, Loudoun County, VASelf-guided visits to Loudoun County farms on October 17–18, about 10am–4pm. Free with no tickets; some stops charge for food or activities.
10am to 5pm, through Oct 18$20
About 30 min drive30 minClarke County Ruritan Fairgrounds, Berryville, VA28th 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.
9am to 4pm
About 35 min drive35 minAshburn, VACard 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.
11am to 9pm, through Oct 18
About 40 min drive40 minHerndon, VAWeekend fall harvest celebration at Frying Pan Farm Park with hands-on farm activities, demonstrations, livestock, rides, and a carnival.
11am to 3pm, through Oct 18
About 40 min drive40 minHerndon, VAFarm harvest festival and carnival at Frying Pan Farm Park.
11 to 11:30am
About 40 min drive40 minReston, VAPop-up storytime in the children's department.
11am, every SaturdayFree
About 40 min drive40 minBarnes & Noble Reston, Reston, VAWeekly in-store storytime for little ones at 11 AM on Saturdays.
10am to 5pmFree
About 40 min drive40 minReston Town Center, Reston, VAStreet chalk art, live music, and family activities at Reston Town Center on October 17. Attending is free; the art contest needs registration.
9:30am, one of 2 dates
About 40 min drive40 minReston, VACommunity dog walk meetup at Reston Town Center.
All day, every SaturdayFree
About 40 min drive40 minReston, VAWalk in for coffee, a breakfast bite, and fellowship Saturday mornings at RCC Hunters Woods; all are welcome.
39 more, 45 min or fartherAnnandale, Bethesda, Centreville
8am to 12pm, every SaturdayFree
About 45 min drive45 minReston, VAWeekly Saturday farmers market at Lake Anne Village Center with local produce, vendors, and occasional live music.
All dayFree
About 45 min drive45 minGreat Falls, VASpecial 250 Celebration in Great Falls village with Hello Cleveland and Radio Vinyl on the big stage behind the Post Office.
10am to 5pm, through Oct 18Free
About 45 min drive45 minGreat Falls, VAAnnual 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.
10am to 1:30pm, every SaturdayFree
About 45 min drive45 minGreat Falls, VAYear-round Saturday farmers market with local produce, meats, baked goods, and plants in the heart of Great Falls village.
11am to 12pm
About 45 min drive45 minGreat Falls, VAFamily-friendly string quartet performance at Great Falls Library.
3:30 to 5pm
About 45 min drive45 minGreat Falls, VAQuiet teen study session with free supplies and snacks.
2pm$110
About 50 min drive50 minBarrel Oak Winery & Brewery, Delaplane, VAIntimate 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.
10am to 6pm, through Nov 8
About 50 min drive50 minCentreville, VANorthern Virginia's largest fall festival spans 90+ acres with hayrides, giant slides, the Cornundrum corn maze, farm animals, and live entertainment on select days through Nov 8.
2 to 6pm
About 55 min drive55 minWhalen Commons, Poolesville, MDPoolesville's annual fall festival at Whalen Commons with live music, local breweries, food trucks, and family-friendly entertainment on the town's central green. Community event hosted by the Town of Poolesville.
8am to 12pm, every SaturdayFree
About 55 min drive55 minVienna, VAProducer-only Saturday farmers market with weekly live musicians and free dog-sitting at the manager's tent; market fees fund Optimist Club kids' programs in Vienna and Oakton.
10am to 5pm, through Oct 18Free
About 55 min drive55 minVienna Community Center, Vienna, VAFree 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.
6 to 9pm$192.60
About 55 min drive55 minThe Palm - Tysons, Tysons, VAFive-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.
1 to 6pmFree
About 55 min drive55 minShipgarten, McLean, VAOktoberfest with a Renaissance theme at Shipgarten's beer garden: German beers, food, live entertainment, and themed activities. Free entry.
10:30 to 11am, every Saturday
About 55 min drive55 minFalls Church, VAWeekly Saturday family storytime for children birth to 5.
1 to 2pm
About 55 min drive55 minFalls Church, VAKids brain-health and wellness workshop at Tysons-Pimmit Library.
2 to 10:15pm, through Oct 18$18
About 55 min drive55 minMcLean, VAA laugh-out-loud musical comedy about Wednesday Addams falling for a perfectly normal young man.
10am to 6pm, through Nov 1$14.50
About 60 min drive60 minGaver Farm, Mt. Airy, MDGaver Farm's Fall Fun Fest packs 60-plus attractions into the season: a 7-acre corn maze, pumpkin and apple picking, gem mining, hayrides and a petting zoo. Walk-ups welcome.
10 to 11am, through Oct 18$10
About 60 min drive60 minGlen Echo, MDSweet puppet shows designed for the youngest theater patrons, with the lights on and doors open.
11:30am to 1:45pm, through Oct 18
About 60 min drive60 minGlen Echo, MDThe Puppet Co. presents Jennie the Cat: A Halloween Adventure, a Helen Hayes-nominated puppet show with cuddly puppets, audience interaction, and original music.
8am and 9am, every SaturdayFree
About 60 min drive60 minCity Hall parking lot, Falls Church, VAAward-winning year-round Saturday farmers market in the City Hall parking lot in Falls Church, with 50+ vendors plus a monthly Chef Series; no ZIP listed on the event page.
8pm$17
About 60 min drive60 minState Theatre, Falls Church, VAUrgent 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.
11am to 7pm, through Oct 18
About 65 min drive65 minClifton, VAParadise 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.
10am to 3pmFree
About 65 min drive65 minAnnandale, VASecond 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.
10am to 2pm, through Oct 18$16
About 70 min drive70 minBethesda, MDChicka Chicka Boom Boom: The Musical is a joy-filled celebration of letters, words, and imagination with puppets, lively dancing, and audience interaction.
1 to 6pm, through Oct 18
About 70 min drive70 minWaverly Street Gallery, Bethesda, MDSolo 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.
11am to 4pm, through Oct 18Free
About 70 min drive70 minAmerican University Museum at the Katzen Arts CenterMajor 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.
11am to 4pm, through Oct 18Free
About 70 min drive70 minAmerican University Museum at the Katzen Arts Center, Washington, DCSolo 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.
2 to 3pmFree
About 70 min drive70 minAmerican University Museum at the Katzen Arts Center, Washington, DCOne-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.
10am to 3pm, through Oct 18
About 28 mi away28 miVienna, VAFour-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.
9am to 6pm, through Oct 18$12
About 75 min drive75 minButler's Orchard, Germantown, MDButler'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.
9am to 4pm$5
About 75 min drive75 minGaithersburg Marriott Washingtonian Center, Gaithersburg, MDCard 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.
6 to 8pmFree
About 75 min drive75 minCroydon Creek Nature Center, Rockville, MDRockville'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.
10:30 to 11:30amFree
About 75 min drive75 minRockville, MDSaturday family storytime followed by stay and play.
12:30 to 1pm, every SaturdayFree
About 75 min drive75 minWashington, DCFree Saturday carillon recital on the Cathedral grounds.
11:30am to 4pm, through Oct 17
About 29 mi away29 miVienna, VAEstate 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.
10am to 3pm, through Oct 18
About 31 mi away31 miMcLean, VAEstate 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.
10am to 5pm, through Oct 18
About 31 mi away31 miFairfax, VAFurniture 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.
8am to 1pm
About 33 mi away33 miMcLean, VAKids yard sale at 6600 Mulroy Street in McLean on Saturday October 17, 8am to 1pm, with childrens clothing, books, toys and toy storage.
10am to 2pm, through Oct 18
About 36 mi away36 miWashington, DCChevy Chase estate sale with a large selection of top-tier designer clothing, plus furniture, cookware, stemware, jewelry, shoes and books throughout the home.
SundayOctober 18
1 to 3:30pm
About 20 min drive20 minPurcellville, VAPaint 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.
11am to 6pm, one of 2 dates$10
About 40 min drive40 minFrying Pan Farm Park, Herndon, VAThree-day fall celebration with carnival rides, Big Truck Night, farm animals and harvest activities; admission free, parking $10 per vehicle, ride wristbands extra.
8am to 12pm
About 40 min drive40 minReston, VACharity walk benefiting the Alzheimer's Association.
17 more, 45 min or fartherBethesda, Brookeville, Fairfax
9am to 4pm
About 50 min drive50 minFairfax Marriott at Fair Oaks, Fairfax, VATCG 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.
8 to 11am, every SundayFree
About 55 min drive55 minMcLean, VAVolunteer-guided Sunday morning bird walk meeting in the main parking lot; all levels welcome, minors with an adult.
10 to 11:30am$12
About 55 min drive55 minGreat Falls, VALearn about prehistoric sharks, fish, and reptiles at Riverbend Park (page shows 10:00 am to 11:30 pm, likely a typo for am).
5 to 10pm
About 55 min drive55 minMcLean Community Center, McLean, VACommunity celebration of the McLean Community Center's 50th anniversary with music through the decades, food, a signature drink and interactive attractions.
7pm$45
About 60 min drive60 minMerchant Hall, Manassas, VAGrammy 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.
9am to 2pm, every SundayFree
About 60 min drive60 minFairfax, VAYear-round family-friendly Sunday farmers market in the Mosaic District with produce, baked goods, coffee, prepared foods, and dog treats.
11am to 5pm$20
About 60 min drive60 minClemyjontri Park, McLean, VACalm Halloween day at Clemyjontri Park with treat stations, carousel and train rides, and crafts; reduced noise and sensory supports. $20/person.
2:30 to 3:30pm
About 60 min drive60 minGlen Echo, MDMarsha and the Positrons bring playful, educational kindie rock songs mixing science facts with messages about kindness and friendship to The Puppet Co.
10:30 to 11amFree
About 70 min drive70 minRockville, MDNot-so-spooky Halloween stories; costume optional.
7:30pm
About 70 min drive70 minNorth Bethesda, MDThe 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.
11am to 1:30pm$25
About 70 min drive70 minBethesda, MDFamily workshop building an Operation-style game (two sessions merged).
2:30 to 4pm, one of 2 dates$25
About 70 min drive70 minBethesda, MDOpen electronics studio session for 4th grade and up.
2pm
About 75 min drive75 minWashington, DC54th annual BSF/LSF school fair at the University of the District of Columbia Student Center, connecting families with local schools.
12 to 4pm, through Oct 19
About 85 min drive85 minSandy Spring Museum, Sandy Spring, MDTenth annual outdoor sculpture exhibition on Sandy Spring Museum's seven acres, organized with the Washington Sculptors Group. Seventeen sculptors place work in dialogue with the landscape, juried by curator Maria Gabriela Mizes.
12 to 4pm, through Oct 19
About 85 min drive85 minSandy Spring Museum, Sandy Spring, MDTextile works by artist Kianga Jinaki, from dolls and quilts to layered collages with beads, buttons and cowrie shells, tracing her lifelong conversation with cloth. Reception Sunday, October 11, 2 to 4 pm, opening with a percussion performance by MORE THAN A DRUM. At Sandy Spring Museum.
12 to 4pm, through Oct 19
About 85 min drive85 minSandy Spring Museum, Sandy Spring, MDExhibition by the Weavers Guild of Greater Baltimore tracing weaving's role in American life, from early domestic craft to contemporary art. Historical coverlets and overshot patterns meet modern fibers and experimental techniques, timed to the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. At Sandy Spring Museum.
All day$24
About 90 min drive90 minBrookeville Beer Farm, Brookeville, MDThe Baltimore DC Clemson Club gathers for a fall afternoon at Brookeville Beer Farm with a flight tasting led by the brewmaster (a $16 value), a cornhole tournament with prizes, brick oven pizza, pumpkins, apples, and jams, plus 10% off group purchases. Tickets are $9 for club members and $24 for non-members; kids 12 and under are free and dogs are welcome.
Next week
MondayOctober 19
10 to 11:30am
About 20 min drive20 minDouglass Community Center, Leesburg, VAOne-time morning session for ages 1 to 3 at the Douglass Community Center in Leesburg.
10am to 12pm, every Monday
About 20 min drive20 minLovettsville, VAWeekly Monday messy art play for young children.
10 to 10:30am, one of 6 datesFree
About 30 min drive30 minAshburn Library, Ashburn, VALap 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.
10 to 10:30am, every MondayFree
About 35 min drive35 minCascades Library, Potomac Falls, VARhymes, songs, stories and movement for children 18 months to 3 years with a caregiver. Held Monday mornings in Meeting Room B at Cascades.
10am to 6pm, every Monday
About 40 min drive40 minHerndon, VAHalloween-themed scavenger hunt at the Herndon Fortnightly Library info desk.
4:30 to 6pm
About 40 min drive40 minHerndon, VAMonday LEGO building club in the Herndon Maker Lab.
11 more, 45 min or fartherBurke, Falls Church, Oakton
10:30 to 11:30am
About 55 min drive55 minOakton, VASensory-friendly storytime at Oakton Library.
5 to 5:45pm
About 55 min drive55 minFalls Church, VARead-to-a-therapy-dog sessions with Molly (three slots merged).
10am to 12pm, every MondayFree
About 60 min drive60 minVienna, VAVolunteers improve habitat at Southside Park by removing invasive plants and learning about native plants and wildlife, meeting Mondays 10am to 12pm at the Ware-Walker entrance with sign-up appreciated but not required.
10:30 to 11am, one of 16 dates
About 60 min drive60 minMary Riley Styles Public Library, Falls Church, VASongs, stories and rhymes with early-literacy playtime until noon for ages 18 months to 4 years.
10:30 to 11am, every MondayFree
About 65 min drive65 minPotomac, MDStories and activities promoting language skills and imagination.
10:30 to 11:15am, every MondayFree
About 65 min drive65 minKings Park Library, Burke, VAA 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.
9am to 12pm, through Oct 23
About 70 min drive70 minWashington, DCCooperative play program for ages 2.5 to 4 years, Monday through Friday 9am to 12pm, at Friendship Recreation Center.
9am to 12pm, through Oct 23
About 70 min drive70 minWashington, DCCooperative play program for ages 2.5 to 4 years, Monday through Friday 9am to 12pm, at Chevy Chase Community Center.
9am to 12pm, through Oct 23
About 70 min drive70 minWashington, DCCooperative play program for ages 18 months to 4 years, Monday through Friday 9am to 12pm, at Chevy Chase Community Center.
10:30 to 11:30am, every MondayFree
About 75 min drive75 minRockville, MDStorytime for preschool-age children and caregivers, followed by stay and play.
1:30 to 2pm, every MondayFree
About 75 min drive75 minSilver Spring, MDFamily storytime in the multipurpose room.
TuesdayOctober 20
10:15am to 12pm, every TuesdayFree
About 5 min drive5 minPurcellville Library, Purcellville, VASongs, 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.
8:30 to 10am, one of 8 dates
About 20 min drive20 minLovettsville Community Center, Lovettsville, VATwice-weekly class for two- and three-year-olds where the child attends without a parent.
10:15 to 10:45am, one of 8 dates
About 20 min drive20 minLovettsville Community Center, Lovettsville, VAParent-participation tumbling class for twos and threes at the Lovettsville Community Center.
11 to 11:30am, every Tuesday
About 20 min drive20 minLovettsville Community Center, Lovettsville, VASelf-led movement class for infants 6 months to 1 year with full parent participation.
10 to 11am, through Oct 22
About 20 min drive20 minLovettsville, VAFamily storytime at Lovettsville Library (Tue/Wed/Thu mornings).
9:15 to 10:45am, one of 9 dates
About 30 min drive30 minLucketts Community Center, Leesburg, VATwice-weekly preschool-style class for two- and three-year-olds at the Lucketts Community Center in Leesburg.
10 to 10:30am, one of 4 datesFree
About 40 min drive40 minGum Spring Library, Stone Ridge, VARhymes, 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.
11am, one of 6 datesFree
About 40 min drive40 minChantilly, VAWeekly Tuesday and Thursday space-themed story time at the Udvar-Hazy Center.
13 more, 45 min or fartherAnnandale, Arlington, Burke
10:30 to 11am, every Tuesday
About 45 min drive45 minHaymarket Gainesville Library, Haymarket, VAWeekly Tuesday storytime for toddlers 18 to 36 months at the Haymarket Gainesville branch.
10:15 to 10:45am, every Tuesday
About 45 min drive45 minGreat Falls, VAWeekly Tuesday early-morning baby lapsit storytime.
10:45 to 11:45am, every Tuesday
About 45 min drive45 minGreat Falls, VAWeekly Tuesday late-morning baby lapsit storytime.
4 to 5pm, every Tuesday
About 45 min drive45 minGreat Falls, VAWeekly read-to-a-therapy-dog session for children ages 4-12.
10:30 to 11am, every Tuesday
About 55 min drive55 minTysons-Pimmit Regional Library, Falls Church, VASongs, bounces and stories for non-walking babies; space limited to 35, so arrive early.
10:30 to 11am, every TuesdayFree
About 60 min drive60 minThomas Jefferson Library, Falls Church, VAA 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.
10:15 to 10:45am, every Tuesday
About 60 min drive60 minBarbara M. Donnellan Auditorium, Arlington, VATuesday morning storytime with stories, songs, rhymes and fingerplays for children 0 to 5; drop-in.
11 to 11:30am, every Tuesday
About 60 min drive60 minCentral Library, Arlington, VASecond Tuesday morning storytime with stories, songs, rhymes and fingerplays for children 0 to 5.
10:30 to 11:15am, every TuesdayFree
About 65 min drive65 minKings Park Library, Burke, VAA 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.
10:30 to 11am, every Tuesday
About 65 min drive65 minPohick Regional Library, Burke, VAStories, songs and rhymes for one-year-olds; limited to 15 children with free tickets at the info desk.
10:30 to 11am, every Tuesday
About 65 min drive65 minGeorge Mason Regional Library, Annandale, VAEarly literacy storytime with stories, songs and rhymes for toddlers 18 months to 3 years in Annandale.
10:30 to 11:30am, every TuesdayFree
About 70 min drive70 minChevy Chase, MDFamily storytime followed by a playdate.
10 to 10:30am, every TuesdayFree
About 75 min drive75 minGaithersburg, MDBooks, songs and fun activities for toddlers and preschoolers.
WednesdayOctober 21
10 to 11am
About 20 min drive20 minDouglass Community Center, Leesburg, VAOne-time craft session for ages 1 to 3 at the Douglass Community Center in Leesburg.
10 to 10:30am, every WednesdayFree
About 35 min drive35 minCascades Library, Potomac Falls, VAA 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.
11am to 12pm, every WednesdayFree
About 40 min drive40 minGum Spring Library, Stone Ridge, VALap 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.
10 to 10:30am, every WednesdayFree
About 40 min drive40 minSterling Library, Sterling, VALap rhymes, action songs and interactive stories for babies up to 18 months with a caregiver, followed by playtime. Held Wednesday mornings at Sterling.
10:30 to 11:30am, every Wednesday
About 40 min drive40 minReston Regional Library, Reston, VAEarly literacy storytime with stories, songs and finger play for toddlers 18 months to 2 years.
11am, every WednesdayFree
About 40 min drive40 minBarnes & Noble Reston, Reston, VAWeekly in-store storytime for little ones at 11 AM on Wednesdays.
2 to 2:30pm, every Wednesday
About 40 min drive40 minReston Regional Library, Reston, VAAfternoon lapsit storytime with stories, rhymes and songs for babies up to 18 months.
14 more, 45 min or fartherArlington, Burke, Chantilly
10:30 to 11:15am, every Wednesday
About 45 min drive45 minHaymarket Gainesville Library, Haymarket, VAWeekly storytime with songs and playtime for babies and caregivers; registration required each week.
10:30 to 11:15am, every Wednesday
About 45 min drive45 minGreat Falls, VAWeekly Wednesday sensory-friendly storytime for preschoolers and toddlers.
10:15 to 10:45am, every Wednesday
About 50 min drive50 minChantilly Regional Library, Chantilly, VAGentle lapsit storytime with songs, bouncing rhymes and a story for babies, followed by playtime. Registration required.
11:15am to 12pm, every Wednesday
About 50 min drive50 minChantilly Library, Chantilly, VAStorytime mixing singing, reading, play and simple yoga poses for little ones. A calm mid-morning library session.
10:30 to 11:15am, every WednesdayFree
About 55 min drive55 minOakton Library, Oakton, VAA storytime for toddlers ages 18 months to 3 years, followed by a playdate with toddler toys. No registration required.
10:30 to 11am, every Wednesday
About 55 min drive55 minTysons-Pimmit Regional Library, Falls Church, VASongs, bounces and stories for babies; entrance tickets available 30 minutes before the session.
10:30 to 11am, every Wednesday
About 60 min drive60 minBurke Centre Library, Burke, VASongs, lap bounces and stories for babies from birth to 18 months, followed by playtime. Free.
10:30 to 11am, every WednesdayFree
About 60 min drive60 minThomas Jefferson Library, Falls Church, VAA 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.
10:30 to 11am, every Wednesday
About 65 min drive65 minPohick Regional Library, Burke, VAStories, songs and rhymes geared to two-year-olds at the Pohick branch in Burke.
4 to 5pm, every Wednesday
About 65 min drive65 minCherrydale Library, Arlington, VASongs, rhymes and games for babies 0 to 12 months in the Cherrydale branch Loft; space is limited.
10:30 to 11:30am, every WednesdayFree
About 70 min drive70 minChevy Chase, MDStorytime for the youngest users and caregivers, followed by playdate.
10 to 10:30am, every WednesdayFree
About 75 min drive75 minGaithersburg, MDSpanish-English bilingual storytime for toddlers and preschoolers.
5:30 to 6pm, every WednesdayFree
About 75 min drive75 minGaithersburg, MDEvening family storytime (starts before 6pm).
10:15 to 11am, every WednesdayFree
About 75 min drive75 minDamascus, MDWeekly 40-minute storytime program with Damascus Library staff.
ThursdayOctober 22
9:30 to 10:15am, every Thursday
About 5 min drive5 minLoudoun Valley Community Center, Purcellville, VAWeekly class for toddlers 18 months to 2.5 years with a caregiver attending alongside.
10:45 to 11:30am, every Thursday
About 5 min drive5 minLoudoun Valley Community Center, Purcellville, VAWeekly class for toddlers 18 months to 2.5 years with a caregiver attending alongside.
10:30 to 11:30am
About 20 min drive20 minLovettsville, VARead-to-a-therapy-dog session at Lovettsville Library.
11am to 12pm, every Thursday
About 35 min drive35 minBrambleton Library, Ashburn, VAWeekly baby storytime: 30 minutes of stories and songs, then 30 minutes of playtime, ages 0 to 18 months.
10:30 to 11am, every ThursdayFree
About 40 min drive40 minSterling Library, Sterling, VARhymes, songs, stories and movement for children 18 months to 3 years with a caregiver. Held Thursday mornings in Meeting Room B at Sterling.
5:30 to 6:30pm, one of 2 datesFree
About 40 min drive40 minReston, VAFree community mat Pilates class in Window Plaza.
10 more, 45 min or fartherArlington, Bethesda, Fairfax
10:30 to 11:15am, every ThursdayFree
About 55 min drive55 minBull Run Library, Manassas, VAAn 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.
10:30 to 11am, every Thursday
About 55 min drive55 minTysons-Pimmit Regional Library, Falls Church, VAStories and songs with movement for toddlers 18 months to 3 years; space limited to 25 children.
10 to 10:45am, one of 3 datesFree
About 60 min drive60 minFairfax, VAA 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.
12:15 to 1:15pm, one of 5 datesFree
About 60 min drive60 minFalls Church, VAPediatric 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.
11 to 11:30am, every ThursdayFree
About 65 min drive65 minManassas City Library, Manassas, VAStories 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.
10:30 to 11am, every ThursdayFree
About 65 min drive65 minBethesda, MD25-30 minutes of music, movement, and a themed story teaching early literacy skills.
10:15 to 10:45am, every Thursday
About 65 min drive65 minCentral Library, Arlington, VASongs, rhymes and games for babies 0 to 12 months; free tickets at the Youth Services desk.
10:30 to 11am, every ThursdayFree
About 70 min drive70 minGaithersburg, MDBaby storytime followed by stay and play.
10:30 to 11:30am
About 70 min drive70 minWashington, DCMorning storytime and rhyming-book fun with author Raj Haldar at the Connecticut Avenue store.
10:30am to 12pmFree
About 85 min drive85 minOlney, MDBaby storytime followed by stay and play.
FridayOctober 23
10am to 12pm, every Friday
About 20 min drive20 minLovettsville, VAWeekly Friday art program for birth to age 5 at Lovettsville Library.
1 to 4pm, every Friday
About 20 min drive20 minLovettsville, VAWeekly Friday open building free play at Lovettsville Library.
6 to 10pm$161.90
About 30 min drive30 minLansdowne Resort, Leesburg, VAThe 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.
10am to 12pm, one of 11 dates
About 40 min drive40 minHerndon Community Center, Herndon, VAOpen gym play with mats, toys and equipment for ages 6 months to 5 years. $3 drop-in per child; no session Nov 27.
10:30 to 11:30am, every Friday
About 40 min drive40 minHerndon Fortnightly Meeting Room, Herndon, VAOpen playdate with toys for little ones plus social time for caregivers. Drop in Friday mornings.
5 to 8pm, through Oct 24
About 40 min drive40 minHerndon, VATrick 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.
15 more, 45 min or fartherArlington, Bethesda, Falls Church
10:30am to 12pm, every Friday
About 45 min drive45 minHaymarket, VAPre-K early literacy skill-building sessions.
5:30 to 8:30pm
About 45 min drive45 minThe Big Tent at Great Meadow, The Plains, VAA 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.
10:30 to 11:30am, every Friday
About 45 min drive45 minGreat Falls, VAWeekly Friday free-play social hour for children ages 0-6.
All day$23
About 50 min drive50 minSteinhardt Brewing Company, Frederick, MDSteinhardt 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.
7:30pm
About 55 min drive55 minCapital One Hall, Tysons, VAToad 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.
8am to 12pm, every FridayFree
About 55 min drive55 minMcLean, VAFriday-morning farmers market at Lewinsville Park with local produce, baked goods, and specialty vendors; season ends Oct 30.
10:30 to 11am, every Friday
About 60 min drive60 minMary Riley Styles Public Library, Falls Church, VAStory, songs and rhymes plus baby toy playtime for ages 0 to 24 months; tickets at the children's desk from 10 AM.
11:30am to 12pm, every FridayFree
About 60 min drive60 minWestover Library, Arlington, VAA 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.
10:15 to 10:45am, one of 10 datesFree
About 60 min drive60 minBarbara M. Donnellan Auditorium, Arlington, VAFree storytime for ages 0–5 with an adult—stories, songs, rhymes, and flannel boards. No registration; first-come seating.
10:30 to 11amFree
About 65 min drive65 minBethesda, MDBilingual storytime for the whole family.
11 to 11:45amFree
About 65 min drive65 minBethesda, MDMonthly program engaging children in creative movement connected with a story of the day.
3:30 to 4:20pm, one of 2 datesFree
About 70 min drive70 minRockville, MDShort circle time followed by 30-40 minutes of play-based activity stations.
10:30 to 11am, one of 2 datesFree
About 70 min drive70 minBethesda, MDInteractive bilingual storytime with reading, singing, clapping, and rhymes.
6:30 to 10pm$65.87
About 70 min drive70 minEmbassy of France, DC, Washington, DCGuided tasting and dinner focused on Pinot Gris from Alsace and around the world, held at the French Embassy. $65.87.
10:30 to 11:30am, every FridayFree
About 75 min drive75 minRockville, MDStorytime for the youngest library users and caregivers, followed by stay and play.
SaturdayOctober 24
All day$77
About 20 min drive20 minLeesburg, VAStageCoach Theatre Co.'s Halloween murder mystery dinner at Casanel: 'A Grave Misunderstanding' with catered dinner and dessert by Pure Perfection Catering.
11am to 6pm, through Oct 25Free
About 20 min drive20 minBreaux Vineyards, Purcellville, VABreaux's annual harvest weekend with contests, live music all day, artisan vendors, food options, and tastings of the new vintage. Free admission.
11am to 1pm, one of 2 datesFree
About 30 min drive30 minAldie, VAKids get creative at Fall Kids Crafts with the Nova Creative Reuse Center, making a fall-themed project to take home; all supplies provided.
3 to 8pm$10
About 40 min drive40 minHerndon Parks & Recreation, Herndon, VAEvening 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.
10am to 3pmFree
About 40 min drive40 minSteven F. Udvar-Hazy Center, Chantilly, VAAnnual 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).
10am to 3pmFree
About 40 min drive40 minChantilly, VAAnnual Halloween family day at the Udvar-Hazy Center.
10:30am
About 40 min drive40 minReston, VAAuthor Ann McCallum Staats leads a storytime for her book A Quilt of Stars at Scrawl Books on Saturday, October 24 at 10:30am.
5 to 9pm
About 40 min drive40 minReston, VAOutdoor DJ dance party at Reston Town Center.
13 more, 45 min or fartherArlington, Clifton, Delaplane
6:30 to 9pm
About 45 min drive45 minArterra Wines, Delaplane, VAMulti-course dinner from Nomad Provisions in Arterra's wooded setting, with live jazz and the winemaker's harvest presentation. Wine sold separately.
10am
About 45 min drive45 minGreat Meadow, The Plains, VAThe 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.
10 to 11am$9
About 55 min drive55 minGreat Falls, VAHike through fall foliage, identify trees, and make a leaf craft (2026 edition).
11am
About 55 min drive55 minVienna, VAAuthor Patricia Tanumihardja hosts a story time at Bards Alley Bookshop in Vienna on Saturday, October 24 at 11am.
All day
About 60 min drive60 minManassas, VAYoung makers sell their creations at the Kids Markets hosted by the Historic Manassas Farmers Market.
7 to 10pm$20
About 60 min drive60 minClifton Town Park, Clifton, VAThe 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.
11am to 5pm
About 60 min drive60 minBurke Lake Park, Fairfax Station, VAFamily Halloween day at Burke Lake Park with a train, carousel, crafts, and mini golf, 11am to 5pm. Online and day-of prices differ.
12 to 4pmFree
About 60 min drive60 minFairfax Station Railroad Museum, Fairfax Station, VAFamily-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.
11am to 5pm, through Oct 25$20
About 60 min drive60 minBurke Lake Park, Fairfax Station, VAFairfax County Park Authority's family-friendly Halloween weekend at Burke Lake Park. Come in costume for not-scary themed activity areas, the miniature train ride through the forest, carousel rides, crafts, and mini golf. One admission covers all activities; children under 2 are free with a paying adult. Advance tickets are cheaper than day-of.
10am to 5pm, through Oct 25
About 60 min drive60 minArlington, VAA two-day workshop with Teresa Oaxaca on painting a child's portrait in oils, 10am to 5pm each day.
All day
About 60 min drive60 minArlington, VAGo Fish brings high-energy Christian music and fun to Ballston Quarter in a live event made for kids.
All day
About 60 min drive60 minArlington, VAKids get hands-on baking fun at Cookology Culinary School in Ballston Quarter.
10am to 7pm, through Oct 25
About 70 min drive70 minHagerstown Valley Mall, Hagerstown, MDTwo-day sports card and TCG show at the Hagerstown Valley Mall: sports cards, Pokemon, Magic, Yu-Gi-Oh and collectibles to buy, sell and trade. Presented by Kryptonite Toyz. Saturday 10 AM to 7 PM, Sunday 11 AM to 4 PM.
SundayOctober 25
12 to 3pmFree
About 40 min drive40 minReston Town Center, Reston, VAKids in costume collect treats, prizes, and special offers from participating Reston Town Center shops and restaurants.
6 more, 45 min or fartherAnnandale, Arlington, Bethesda
11am to 5pm$20
About 60 min drive60 minBurke Lake Park, Fairfax Station, VANot-so-spooky Halloween afternoon with themed activity areas, train and carousel rides, crafts, and mini golf. Online $20; day-of $25. Under 2 free with paying adult.
2:30 to 5pm$12
About 65 min drive65 minAnnandale, VAPreschool pumpkin hunt with miniature pumpkins to take home (slots at 2:30 or 4 pm).
11am to 1:30pm$25
About 70 min drive70 minBethesda, MDFamily workshop remixing designs with 3D printing (two sessions merged).
2:30 to 4pm, one of 2 dates$25
About 70 min drive70 minBethesda, MDOpen fabrication lab studio session for 4th grade and up.
1 to 6pm, one of 16 dates
About 70 min drive70 minWaverly Street Gallery, Bethesda, MDSolo 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.
1:30 to 3:30pmFree
About 70 min drive70 minArlington, VAFree Halloween edition of the seasonal Animal Encounters at Potomac Overlook: meet live 'scary' animals up close and see if they are really that scary.
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