Sully Historic Site

Step into early 19th-century Virginia with a visit to Sully's historic buildings and traditional trades. This family-friendly event for ages 6 and older features craft demonstrations, textile activities, and hands-on archaeology for just $10 per person.

Local Event: Early Virginia Day

Fairfax County

Reston

Virginia

Early Virginia Day

Step into early 19th-century Virginia with a visit to Sully's historic buildings and traditional trades. This family-friendly...

Frying Pan Farm Park

Celebrate fall with three days of carnival rides, games, farm animals and hands-on fun at Frying Pan Farm Park. The weekend includes Big Truck Night, farm demonstrations, family activities, food vendors, a beer garden and opportunities to meet farm animals.
Big Truck Night takes place Friday, Oct. 16, from 5-7 p.m. Farm Harvest Days run Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. The Fall Carnival is open Friday from 5-9 p.m., Saturday from 11 a.m.-9 p.m. and Sunday from 11 a.m.-6 p.m.
Unlimited ride wristbands are available for Friday and Sunday sessions. Save by purchasing online in advance by 5 p.m. Friday, Oct. 16. Individual ride credits will also be available on-site. Parking is $10 per vehicle.

Local Event: Farm Harvest Fest and Carnival at Frying Pan Farm Park

Herndon

Farm Harvest Fest and Carnival at Frying Pan...

Celebrate fall with three days of carnival rides, games, farm animals and hands-on fun at Frying Pan Farm Park. The weekend...

Farm Harvest Fest and Carnival at Frying Pan Farm Park

Sarah Oberther

Michael O'Connell

Washington Metropolitan Area

Patch AM Team

Wolf Trap

Dranesville

McNair

Floris

Franklin Farm

Loudoun County

Oak Grove

Great Falls

Oakton

Michelle Witte

Vienna

Waterford Foundation

October 2-4, 2026&nbsp; &nbsp;Come experience an autumn celebration of Americana at the Waterford Fair, recognized as one of the Sunshine Artist 200 Best of 2026. This three-day event features juried heritage crafts, historic homes tours, live music, and family-friendly activities, with local food, wine, and beer available for purchase. One Ticket. Three Days. Endless Memories&nbsp; &nbsp;<a href="https://www.eventeny.com/events/ticket/?id=26489&amp;type=tickets&amp;show=custom&amp;custom=61104|61105|61106" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Tickets Here</a>

Local Event: 82nd Waterford Fair

Leesburg

82nd Waterford Fair

October 2-4, 2026   Come experience an autumn celebration of Americana at the Waterford Fair, recognized as one of the Sunshine...

Unity of Fairfax

&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Pet Blessing Celebration -&nbsp;Free &amp; Open to all!Join us for a simple, joyful celebration featuring:<ul class="rx-format-list-to-text"><li>Personalized Blessings</li><li>Official Keepsake Certificates</li><li>A welcome table with treats for all</li></ul>Bring your pet on a leash or in a carrier, OR... bring a photo for a remote blessing of your pet or for a pet who has crossed the Rainbow Bridge.Meet at Unity of Fairfax front entrance 2854 Hunter Mill Road Oakton, VA 2212410 AM to 12 PM

Local Event: Pet Blessing Celebration

Pet Blessing Celebration

               Pet Blessing Celebration - Free & Open to all!Join us for a simple, joyful celebration featuring:Personalized...

Vanish Farmwoods Brewery

Join us for our 8th Annual Pints 4 Paws celebration and fundraiser at Vanish Brewery in Lucketts Virginia! Proceeds benefit LC3's community cat Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) &amp; Kitten Rescue programs.
Visit our <a href="https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/lc3s-pints-4-paws" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Pints 4 Paws Zeffy page</a> to pre-purchase entry tickets and discounted&nbsp;raffle tickets! Tickets will also be available on the day of the event at the LC3 check-in tent behind the brewery. 
<h3>Drink Beer, Save Cats!</h3>
Come on out to Vanish to help <a href="https://www.loudouncommunitycats.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Loudoun Community Cat Coalition</a> raise funds for our Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) spay/neuter and Kitten Rescue adoption programs!
Every ticket sold will help to spay/neuter, vaccinate, and microchip community cats, and to rescue kittens born in the wild so they can be adopted as indoor pets.
We will have fantastic raffle prizes, including a variety of gift baskets, gift cards, and a paw-some cat tree! 
We'll also have lots of kitty-related merch available for purchase from our <a href="https://www.loudouncommunitycats.org/shop" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Meow Boutique</a> - beer &amp; wine glasses, t-shirts, hoodies, koozies, catnip toys, insulated reusable&nbsp;grocery bags, chip-clips, cat pens, and more!
Scroll down on the order form to pre-order raffle tickets and t-shirts and we'll have them ready for you when you check-in at the event!
Visit the Kitten Cabana where you can check out adoptable kittens and cats!
There will be lots of vendors with arts, crafts, photo prints, semi-precious fine jewelry, birdhouses and wood creations, crochet animal plushies, local honey, candles, lotions, soaps, dry flower arrangements and floral art, herbal teas, gelato samples, face painting, drink discounts, and more! 
Check the <a href="https://vanishbeer.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Vanish </a>web page for live music and delicious craft brews and food available at the venue. This event is rain or shine! We'll be indoors at Vanish if it rains.

Local Event: LC3' Pints 4 Paws Celebration and Fundraiser for Community Cats

LC3' Pints 4 Paws Celebration and Fundraiser...

Join us for our 8th Annual Pints 4 Paws celebration and fundraiser at Vanish Brewery in Lucketts Virginia! Proceeds benefit...

LC3' Pints 4 Paws Celebration and Fundraiser for Community Cats

Church of the Holy Comforter, 543 Beulah Rd., NE, Vienna, VA 22180

Step back in time with us for a magical afternoon of music! The Holy Comforter Concert Series warmly invites you to a free public performance, "Ancient Airs and Dances," featuring the talented trio Gut, Wind, and Wire.Experience the beautiful, haunting sounds of the 16th and 17th centuries played exactly as they were meant to be heard—on period instruments like the lute, viol, and wooden flutes. This special concert honors the 400th anniversary of composer John Dowland with a rich tapestry of melodies from across the British Isles and continental Europe.After the final note, please stay for a complimentary reception! It is a wonderful chance to mingle, chat with the musicians, and get an up-close look at their unique instruments. We can’t wait to share this beautiful music with you.

Local Event: Holy Comforter Concert Series: Gut, Wind and Wire

Holy Comforter Concert Series: Gut, Wind and Wire

Step back in time with us for a magical afternoon of music! The Holy Comforter Concert Series warmly invites you to a free...

The Tower Club Tysons

Join Marian Homes, Inc. for our 2026 Casino Night Gala on Saturday, October 10, at the beautiful Tower Club in Tysons Corner! Enjoy an exciting evening of casino games, delicious food, silent auctions, fellowship, and fun—all while supporting affordable housing for adults with intellectual disabilities. This year, we’re celebrating 30 years of Marian Homes and investing in the future of our homes through our Home Refurbishment Initiative. Don’t miss this special night! Get your tickets today at <a href="https://donorbox.org/events/939860/steps/choose_tickets" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Purchase Gala Tickets</a>.

Local Event: Marian Homes, Inc. 2026 Casino Night Gala

Fairfax Station

Marian Homes, Inc. 2026 Casino Night Gala

Join Marian Homes, Inc. for our 2026 Casino Night Gala on Saturday, October 10, at the beautiful Tower Club in Tysons Corner!...

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Early Virginia Day

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10:00 AM

Sully Historic Site, 3650 Historic Sully Way, Chantilly, VA