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Fri, Oct 23 to Sun, Oct 25
Friday evening5pFri SatHalloween on the Farm6p2026 Loudoun Wine Awards Dinner6:30pAlsace: Pinot Gris World WineTasting & Dinner7pNight of the Living Zoo7pHelado Negro at Black Cat7:30pToad the Wet Sprocket: Acoustic Tour at Capital One Hall2 more
Fri, Oct 30 to Sun, Nov 1
Friday evening5pSpooky Dry Ice Science7:30pArt Garfunkel at Capital One Hall9pThe Legwarmers 80s Halloween at State Theatre
Fri, Nov 6 to Sun, Nov 8
Friday evening7pScreening of Award-Winning Documentary FABRIC and Q&A7pAustrian Embassy Viennese Ball: Live Orchestra, Dinner, Dessert and Dance8pGeorge Michael Reborn
Saturday
Sat SunMarkoff's Haunted ForestRCC Community Coffee8aFalls Church Farmers Market8aReston Farmers Market8aVienna Farmers Marketall 23
9aFRESHFARM Cleveland Park Farmers Market9aFRESHFARM Columbia Heights Saturday Farmers Market9aFRESHFARM Uptown Farmers Market9:30aLittle Critters: Nature Play at the National Zoo9:30aSaturday Dog Strut10aSat SunChicka Chicka Boom Boom: The Musical10aGreat Falls Farmers Market10aTakoma Park Flea & Art Market10aSat SunTiny Tots (The Puppet Co.)10:30aFamily Storytime (Tysons-Pimmit)11aSat SunMoonshot Studio11aSaturday Storytime at Barnes & Noble Reston12pSat SunIntersections | Realism & Abstraction at Gallery B12pSat SunThe Catrinas are Coming: Mexican Cartoneria Workshop1pSat SunA River is Alive: Paintings by Pat Silbert1pSat SunSpotlight Talks at the Phillips Collection3pBaby Drum Circle at Petworth Neighborhood Library7:30pFields of Fear at Cox FarmsSunday, October 18
8am to 4pm, every SundayFree
WashingtonIconic weekly Sunday flea market in Georgetown (est. 1972): antiques, collectibles, and vintage finds. Every Sunday, 8am-4pm, rain or shine. Free admission for shoppers.From DC Antique, Vintage & Flea Markets
8am to 12pm
RestonCharity walk benefiting the Alzheimer's Association.From Northern Virginia family events
8 to 11am, every SundayFree
McLeanVolunteer-guided Sunday morning bird walk meeting in the main parking lot; all levels welcome, minors with an adult.From Northern Virginia family events
8:30am to 1:30pm, every SundayFree
WashingtonYear-round Sunday farmers market with 50+ local farmers plus prepared foods, flowers, and artisan goods in Dupont Circle.From Washington DC family events
8:30am to 1:30pm, every SundayFree
WashingtonDC's flagship year-round Sunday farmers market with 80-plus local farmers and producers selling produce, meats, cheeses, baked goods, and flowers along 20th Street NW.From Washington DC family events
9am to 2pm, every SundayFree
FairfaxYear-round family-friendly Sunday farmers market in the Mosaic District with produce, baked goods, coffee, prepared foods, and dog treats.From Northern Virginia family events
9am to 4pm
Fairfax Marriott at Fair OaksTCG 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.From DMV Collectible Shows
10 to 11:30am$12
Great FallsLearn about prehistoric sharks, fish, and reptiles at Riverbend Park (page shows 10:00 am to 11:30 pm, likely a typo for am).From Northern Virginia family events
10am to 3pm, every SundayFree
Dupont CircleFestive weekly marketplace for vintage and antique housewares, art, jewelry, clothing, LPs, and micro-local art. Every Sunday, 10am-3pm in Dupont Circle.From DC Antique, Vintage & Flea Markets
10am to 5pm, through Oct 18Free
Great FallsAnnual 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.From Art events in the DMV
10 to 11am, through Oct 18$10
Glen EchoSweet puppet shows designed for the youngest theater patrons, with the lights on and doors open.From Washington DC family events
10am to 4pm, through Oct 18Free
Loudoun County farmsSelf-guided visits to Loudoun County farms on October 17–18, about 10am–4pm. Free with no tickets; some stops charge for food or activities.From Northern Virginia local events
10am to 2pm, through Oct 18$16
BethesdaChicka Chicka Boom Boom: The Musical is a joy-filled celebration of letters, words, and imagination with puppets, lively dancing, and audience interaction.From Washington DC family events
10am to 3pm, through Oct 18Free
Vienna Community CenterFree 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.From DMV Collectible Shows
10am to 5pm, through Oct 18
FairfaxFurniture 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.From Northern Virginia garage sales and estate sales
10am to 3pm, through Oct 18
ViennaFour-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.From Northern Virginia garage sales and estate sales
10am to 3pm, through Oct 18
McLeanEstate 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.From Northern Virginia garage sales and estate sales
10am to 2pm, through Oct 18
WashingtonChevy Chase estate sale with a large selection of top-tier designer clothing, plus furniture, cookware, stemware, jewelry, shoes and books throughout the home.From Washington DC estate and garage sales
10:30 to 11amFree
RockvilleNot-so-spooky Halloween stories; costume optional.From Washington DC family events
11am to 6pm, one of 2 dates$10
Frying Pan Farm ParkThree-day fall celebration with carnival rides, Big Truck Night, farm animals and harvest activities; admission free, parking $10 per vehicle, ride wristbands extra.From Northern Virginia family events
11am to 12pmFree
WashingtonFree story hour where drag storyteller Tiffany D. Carter reads books to kids; RSVP is requested and, for safety, adults must be accompanied by a child.From Washington DC family events
11am to 12pm, every SundayFree
WashingtonFree monthly drag story hour with special guest readers at Loyalty's Petworth shop.From Washington DC family events
11am to 5pm$20
Clemyjontri ParkCalm Halloween day at Clemyjontri Park with treat stations, carousel and train rides, and crafts; reduced noise and sensory supports. $20/person.From Washington DC family events
11am to 1:30pm$25
BethesdaFamily workshop building an Operation-style game (two sessions merged).From Northern Virginia family events
11am to 4:30pm, through Oct 18Free
WashingtonWeekend hands-on art-making at the REACH celebrating creativity and the artist in everyone.From Washington DC family events
11am to 6pm, through Oct 18
HerndonWeekend fall harvest celebration at Frying Pan Farm Park with hands-on farm activities, demonstrations, livestock, rides, and a carnival.From Northern Virginia family events
11am to 3pm, through Oct 18
HerndonFarm harvest festival and carnival at Frying Pan Farm Park.From Washington DC family events
11am to 4pm, through Oct 18Free
American University Museum at the Katzen Arts CenterSolo 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.From Art events in the DMV
11am to 4pm, through Oct 18Free
American 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.From DMV cultural events
11:30am to 1:45pm, through Oct 18
Glen EchoThe Puppet Co. presents Jennie the Cat: A Halloween Adventure, a Helen Hayes-nominated puppet show with cuddly puppets, audience interaction, and original music.From Washington DC family events
12 to 4pm, through Oct 18$400
Mexican Cultural Institute DCArtist Ana Elisa Romo leads an eight-session, hands-on workshop in Mexican cartoneria (papier-mache folk art) at the Mexican Cultural Institute. Two tracks: Tue/Thu evenings or Sat/Sun afternoons. Finished Catrinas join the Institute's Day of the Dead Open House exhibition. $400 for all eight sessions.From DMV cultural events
1 to 6pm, through Oct 18
Waverly Street GallerySolo 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.From Art events in the DMV
1 to 1:45pm, through Oct 18Free
WashingtonFree 15-minute Spotlight Talks by a Phillips educator on a work from the permanent collection or a special exhibition; no reservations required.From Washington DC family events
2pm
Washington54th annual BSF/LSF school fair at the University of the District of Columbia Student Center, connecting families with local schools.From Washington DC family events
2 to 4:45pm, through Oct 18$18
McLeanA laugh-out-loud musical comedy about Wednesday Addams falling for a perfectly normal young man.From Washington DC family events
2:30 to 4pm, one of 2 dates$25
BethesdaOpen electronics studio session for 4th grade and up.From Northern Virginia family events
2:30 to 3:30pm
Glen EchoMarsha and the Positrons bring playful, educational kindie rock songs mixing science facts with messages about kindness and friendship to The Puppet Co.From Washington DC family events
3pm, through Oct 18$13
ArlingtonEncore Stage & Studio opens its 2026/27 season with Hansel & Gretel, a magical family adventure performed by young actors at Thomas Jefferson Community Theatre.From Northern Virginia family events
5 to 10pm
McLean Community CenterCommunity celebration of the McLean Community Center's 50th anniversary with music through the decades, food, a signature drink and interactive attractions.From Northern Virginia family events
6 to 8:30pm, through Oct 18$35
Smithsonian's National ZooThe 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.From Fall events in DC
7:30pm
North BethesdaThe 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.From Live music in the DMV
All day, through Oct 18$50
Markoff's Haunted Forest at Calleva FarmA 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.From Fall events in DC
All day, through Oct 18$35
Smithsonian National ZooEvening Halloween trick-or-treating and after-hours animal viewing at the National Zoo. Costumes welcome; tickets typically around $35.From Washington DC family events
All day, through Oct 18
BlackRock Center for the ArtsFinal 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.From Art events in the DMV
10am to 9pm, through Oct 23
WashingtonGeorgetown Cupcake is serving Halloween-themed cupcakes daily through October 31 for spooky season.From Washington DC family events
All day, through Nov 7
McLean Community CenterThe 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.From Art events in the DMV
10am to 6pm, through Nov 8
CentrevilleNorthern Virginia's largest fall festival spans 90+ acres with hayrides, giant slides, the Cornundrum corn maze, farm animals, and live entertainment on select days through Nov 8.From Northern Virginia family events
All day, through Dec 31Free
The Kreeger MuseumSeven 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.From Art events in the DMV
All day, through Dec 31Free
RestonFree community-led morning Tai Chi at Hunters Woods Plaza, a daily drop-in session open to all.From Northern Virginia family events
All day, through Jan 24
Museum of Contemporary Art ArlingtonFive 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.From Art events in the DMV
All day, through Jan 24
Museum of Contemporary Art ArlingtonFour 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.From Art events in the DMV
All day, through Jan 31Free
Tephra Institute of Contemporary ArtMid-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.From Art events in the DMV
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