Things to Do
Where to Get Crafty in Northern Virginia
There are plenty of ways to let out your inner artist. Here are eight stores offering workshops where you can get creative.
New Digital Tools Help You Find Art in Alexandria and Fairfax
Fairfax and Alexandria now have online maps that can help users identify murals, statues, and other artistic installations in their vicinity, a resource that can help improve community access to public art.
Crack the Code at a NoVA Escape Room
From treasure hunts to murder mysteries, these games provide fun for all types of puzzlers.
Weekend Fun: Demolition Derby, Peaches, and DC Big Flea
There are plenty of opportunities for good old-fashioned summer fun the weekend of July 28–30.
Reston Triathlon Returns After 3-Year Hiatus
The event has been taken over by new organizers. Find out how to register for the September event.
Find History and Cosmopolitan Culture with an Alexandria Staycation
Alexandria is a top-ranked travel destination. Even if you live here, you may not realize all it has to offer. Here’s a sampling.
Weekend Fun: Improv, Espionage, and a Book Signing
The weekend of July 21–23 brings a range of artistic, cultural, and historical activities to enjoy in Northern Virginia.
Pageant of Steam Puts Old-Time Farm Culture on Display in Clarke County
Take the family to Berryville to learn about old-fashioned farming later this month.
Larger-Than-Life Spinning Tops Present Dizzying Fun in Ballston Quarter
Visitors can spin around on the vibrant art installation until July 30.
Where to See Minor League Baseball in Virginia and Maryland
The major leagues might get most of the attention, but the minor leagues are where baseball stars get their start.
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