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As Memorial Day weekend approaches, it’s a time to remember and honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our nation. For many, it’s also considered the unofficial start to the summer season. We have events for both sides of the weekend for you below.

As you look ahead to the weekend, we have details about events and festivals in Vienna, Tysons, Fairfax, Chantilly, and much more. Plus, the latest edition of a local concert series rolls out on Friday — we tell you where and when.

Looking for fresh produce and other local goodies? Check out our 2025 Out & About Fairfax Farmers Market Guide in this week’s edition. Find the local markets near you and other nearby hotspots. Scroll down to this week’s “Things To Do” section and share the guide with a friend!

In this week’s newsletter:

• Memorial Day services & events, Viva! Vienna!, Asian Summer Festival in Tysons

• Wine & line dancing, Jimmy’s Old Town Tavern in Herndon turns 28

• “Rock the Block” returns to Fairfax City on Friday

• Railroad tracks, turtle treks

• Nats host weekend series vs. Giants

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Things To Do

Honoring Memorial Day, plus festivals, carnivals, and good old-fashioned fun! 🎉

• Memorial Day Events & Services in Fairfax County and the Region

  • Here are some of the Memorial Day events happening around the area that caught our eye 👀

    • 25th Anniversary of Ride of the Patriots — Patriot Harley-Davidson and the Harley Owners Group, Fairfax Chapter will host their 25th annual Ride of the Patriots on Sunday, May 25. The ride starts at the Patriot Harley-Davidson store in Fairfax and proceeds to the Pentagon.

    • 43rd Annual Falls Church Memorial Day Parade & Events — In Falls Church, start the day with the Memorial Day 3K Fun Run — no registration required — followed by a Memorial ceremony and the parade, which starts at 2:00p.m.

    • National Museum of the U.S. Army — Learn about the history of the U.S. Army and those who have served the United States during a weekend of events at the National Museum of the U.S. Army in Ft. Belvoir. Four days of events are scheduled from Friday, May 23-Monday, May 26, including a Memorial Day Remembrance and Moment of Silence on Monday.

    • Also, check out these Memorial Day events in Great Falls, Herndon, and in Fairfax County parks.

• Viva! Vienna! 2025 Kicks Off Saturday

  • It’s a packed weekend ahead in Vienna as the the annual Viva! Vienna! comes to town Saturday, May 24-Monday, May 26. The three-day event honors Memorial Day and raises money for the Rotary Club of Vienna, which ultimately uses the proceeds for charitable efforts in the year ahead. Enjoy rides and food, check out the BrewFest, meet with local vendors, and much more. Times and ticket info are in the link above.

    • Vienna Town Green, 144 Maple Ave. E., Vienna

• Asian Summer Festival at Tysons Corner Center

  • Enjoy Asian street food, learn K-Pop dances, check out Filipino tribal tattoos, and much more during the three-day Asian Summer Festival at Tysons Corner Center, from Saturday, May 24-Monday, May 26. The event is free to attend and runs from 11:00a.m.-6:00p.m. as part of the mall’s AAPI Heritage Month series.

    • 1961 Chain Bridge Rd., Tysons

• Fair Oaks Mall Carnival

  • The classic American carnival returns to the Fair Oaks Mall this week through Monday, May 26. Enjoy rides, games, carnival food, and much more.

    • 11750 Fair Oaks Mall, Fairfax

• It’s a Spring Thing Community Outdoor Festival

  • The Vanguard Arts Center in Chantilly is hosting its Spring Thing Community Outdoor Festival on Saturday, May 24 from 1:00p.m.-6:00p.m. Enjoy food, live music — including by the Stone Middle School Jazz Ensemble — raffle prizes, and more.

    • 14155-J Sullyfield Circle, Chantilly

• Check Out the Farmers Markets across Fairfax County This Weekend

  • If you haven’t seen our 2025 Out & About Fairfax Farmers Market Guide yet, check it out in the link above! We have information about all of the local farmers markets — including when, where, the number of vendors, and much more. Enjoy!

Food & Drink

Line dancing in Centreville, and parties across the county! 🍻

• Line Dancing at The Winery at Bull Run

  • A boot scootin’ good time at The Winery at Bull Run on Friday, May 23 with a night of line dancing and wine. This event is free, and tickets/RSVPs are not necessary. The fun runs from 6:30p.m.-8:30p.m. Ages 18+.

    • 15950 Lee Highway, Centreville

• Memorial Weekend Bash at Commonwealth Brewing Co.

  • Four days of music, food, and tasty craft beers are on tap at Commonwealth’s Fairfax brewpub. That includes four brand new beer releases. The fun runs Friday, May 23-Monday, May 26.

    • 10426 Main St., Fairfax

• Jimmy’s Old Town Tavern 28th Anniversary Party & Memorial Day Weekend Bash

  • The Herndon staple turns 28 this weekend, and the celebration is a joint “anniversary party and Memorial Day Weekend bash.” The event starts Sunday, May 25 with a motorcycle ride and complimentary breakfast, followed by live music and more starting at noon.

    • 697 Spring St., Herndon

• Live Hawaiian Music & Brewery Tours at Ono Brewing

  • The Chantilly brewery is hosting tours and ringing in the unofficial start to summer with some tropical themes and Hawaiian music. The fun runs Saturday, May 24 from 12:00p.m.-4:30p.m.

    • 4520 Daly Dr., Chantilly

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Music, Arts, & Entertainment

A patriotic weekend at Wolf Trap, and relive the 2000s at Capital One Hall! ⬇️

• John Holiday, U.S. Marine Band Headline Wolf Trap

  • Wolf Trap features two shows this weekend, with countertenor John Holiday performing Friday, May 23, and the U.S. Marine Band performing Sunday, May 25. Tickets for the Holiday performance start at $62.50 and will be held at The Barns, while the Marine Band is free at the Filene Center.

    • The Barns — 1635 Trap Rd., Vienna

    • Filene Center — 1551 Trap Rd., Vienna

• Rock the Block Returns in Fairfax City

  • Visit Old Town Square in Fairfax on Friday, May 23, for the return of the monthly Rock the Block concert series, this week featuring the band Rowdy Ace. Enjoy food vendors, a beer garden, and more. The series runs through October. Showtime: 6:30p.m.

    • 10415 North St., Fairfax

• Reston Concerts on the Town on Saturday

  • “Lez Zeppelin,” the all-female Led Zeppelin tribute band headlines Reston Concerts on the Town this Saturday, May 24 at Reston Town Center. The show starts at 7:30p.m. in the Pavilion.

    • 1818 Discovery St., Reston

• Napoleon Dynamite Live! 20th Anniversary Celebration

  • Enjoy a special evening with the cast of the legendary 2000s movie “Napoleon Dynamite” at Capital One Hall on Friday, May 23. The event includes a full screening of the movie plus interactive, live commentary with the cast, featuring Jon Heder (Napoleon Dynamite), Jon Gries (Uncle Rico), and Efren Ramirez (Pedro). Tickets start at $53.

    • 7750 Capital One Tower Rd., Tysons

• “Footloose” continues at Herndon’s NextStop Theatre Company

  • NextStop Theatre Company continues its performance of the 1980s classic “Footloose” this weekend, with shows scheduled Thursday, May 22-Sunday, May 25. Tickets: $55.

    • 269 Sunset Park Drive, Herndon

• Sunidhi Chauhan at EagleBank Arena

  • Indian playback singer Sunidhi Chauhan will take the stage at EagleBank Arena on Sunday, May 25. Tickets start at $63.60. Showtime: 7:00p.m.

    • 4500 Patriot Circle, Fairfax

Families & Kids

Tracks and treks, both indoors and outdoors! 🚂🐢

• Northern Virginia Model Railroaders Host Open House

  • All aboard! This open house offers model railroad enthusiasts and newcomers alike a chance to learn about the hobby and to visit the historic train depot in downtown Vienna. Club members will be on-hand to answer questions and offer insight about all things model railroading. The open house is scheduled for Saturday, May 24 and Sunday, May 25 from 1:00p.m.-5:00p.m. each day.

    • 231 Dominion Rd. NE, Vienna

• Turtle Trek at Walker Nature Center

  • In honor of World Turtle Day this week, on Sunday, May 25, the Reston Association is hosting “Turtle Trek” to educate local residents about turtles found in our area and a chance to see them in-person. Cost: $7/RA member, $9/non-RA member. Time: 1:30p.m.-3:00p.m.

    • 11450 Glade Dr., Reston

• CAMP Presents “Elephant and Piggie”

  • The children’s book series favorite “Elephant and Piggie” comes to life weekend at Tysons Corner Center. Book a 30-minute meet and greet full of smiles and silliness. Cost: $25. Event runs through May 26.

    • 1961 Chain Bridge Rd., Tysons

• Storytime and More at Culmore Library

  • Kids ages 1-5 can mingle, read stories, and more during this playtime event at Culmore Community Library in Baileys Crossroads on Saturday, May 24 at 10:30a.m.

    • 6101 Knollwood Dr., Falls Church

Sports & Recreation

Looking to hit the big game or perhaps go Out & About outdoors? We run down the news, notes, and schedules for our local teams and events this weekend.

News & Notes

• Spring Team Challenge Golf Tournament — Looking to hit the links this weekend? Check out the Spring Team Challenge at Burke Lake Golf Center in Fairfax Station this weekend. $90 per team, ages 12+ (ticket includes lunch, complimentary range balls, and more).

  • 6915 Ox Rd., Fairfax Station

• ⚽️ The Washington Spirit are at the Seattle Reign on Friday.

• 🏈 The D.C. Defenders are at the Houston Roughnecks on Sunday.

• The Washington Commanders will be featured alongside their NFC East rivals during the in-season edition of HBO’s docuseries “Hard Knocks,” the team announced on Wednesday.

Home Games

• ⚾️ MLB: Atlanta Braves at Washington Nationals

  • Thursday, May 22 at 6:45p.m., Nationals Park, Washington, D.C.

• ⚾️ MLB: San Francisco Giants at Washington Nationals

  • Friday, May 23 at 6:45p.m., Nationals Park, Washington, D.C.

• ⚾️ MLB: Atlanta Braves at Washington Nationals

  • Saturday, May 24 at 4:05p.m., Nationals Park, Washington, D.C.

• ⚽️ MLS: N.Y. Red Bulls at D.C. United

  • Saturday, May 24 at 7:30p.m., Audi Field, Washington, D.C.

• ⚾️ MLB: Atlanta Braves at Washington Nationals

  • Sunday, May 25 at 1:35p.m., Nationals Park, Washington, D.C.

Fairfax County Fun Fact of the Week

Did you know: 13 of the Metro’s rail stations along the Orange, Silver, Blue, and Yellow Lines are located in Fairfax County.

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