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It’s that time of the year — our 2026 Out & About Fairfax Farmers Market Guide is back.
We had such a great response from so many of you last year that we knew we had to whip up the guide again this spring. The 2026 Farmers Guide features more than 20 local farmers markets — including new markets in Reston, McLean, and Oakton.
Open the guide to see which markets open this weekend!
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In this week’s newsletter:
Farmers markets open, Celebrate Reston
Springfield food fest, McLean Restaurant Week
Magic show in Fairfax, “Wicked Wedding” in Tysons
Campfire Fridays return to Fairfax Station
Good News from Alexandria + Our Fun Fact: The Origin of “Braddock Rd.”
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Things To Do
The Burke Farmers Market is the latest seasonal market to open, set for start this Saturday, April 18. Markets in Clifton, Reston, Alexandria, and Centreville are among those opening next week. Find the full guide linked above!
Celebrate Reston will take over Lake Anne Plaza on Saturday, April 18 and will feature family-fun activities, local vendors, performances, local authors, and more. Admission is free.
1609 Washington Plaza N., Reston
Play with puppies, shop pottery, and even paint your own puppy bowl at Potters Union in Herndon on Sunday, April 19. Together with A Forever Home Foundation. Free and fee options available.
427 Carlisle Dr., Suite B, Herndon
A unique and creative mini golf course kicks off its opening weekend at Lorton’s Workhouse Arts Center on Saturday, April 18. Tickets: $15.
9518 Workhouse Way, Lorton
50+ vendors and area residents come together for the annual parking lot sale at the McLean Community Center on Saturday, April 18. Admission is free.
1234 Ingleside Ave., McLean
The Vienna Community Center is hosting an open house to welcome residents as the center marks its 60th anniversary on Friday, April 17. Admission is free.
120 Cherry St. SE, Vienna
Food & Drink
More than 40 food trucks and vendors serving gourmet dishes and sweet treats, and dozens of artisans showcasing handmade jewelry, art, and crafts will convene at Springfield Town Center from Friday, April 17-Sunday, April 19. Admission is free.
6500 Springfield Mall, Springfield
Get a head start on Earth Day with morning yoga followed by a neighborhood clean-up (plus a discounted beer) at Commonwealth Brewing Co. in Fairfax on Saturday, April 18.
10426 Main St., Fairfax
Settle Down Easy is hosting Grilled Cheese Fest on Sunday, April 19. Price of purchase.
2822 Fallfax Dr., Falls Church
Aslin’s Herndon and Alexandria brewpubs are throwing it back to the ‘90s with college-themed drinking games, music, and more on Saturday, April 18.
Herndon: 767 Elden St., Herndon
Alexandria: 847 S. Pickett St., Alexandria
The first-ever McLean Restaurant Week, featuring nearly 30 local restaurants offering prix fixe menus and specials, runs through Sunday, April 19. Check out our full preview in the link above!
Music, Arts, & Entertainment
The Magic of Rob Lake: Live from Broadway comes to GMU’s Center for the Arts on Sunday, April 19. Tickets: $24-$45.
4373 Mason Pond Dr., Fairfax
500 young performers bring the tale of an Indian wedding with a magical twist to life at Capital One Hall for two shows on Sunday, April 19. Tickets start at $47.
7750 Capital One Tower Rd., Tysons
Duane Betts, son of legendary Allman Brothers Band member Dickey Betts, headlines two nights of shows on Friday, April 17-Saturday, April 18, at The Barns at Wolf Trap. Tickets start at $43.
1635 Trap Rd., Vienna
The popular free jazz music event returns to Chantilly’s Vanguard Arts Center on Friday, April 17. Musicians and audience members are welcome.
14155 J-Sullyfield Circle, Chantilly
Families & Kids
An F-1-themed experience comes to the LEGO Discovery Center in Springfield for the next month, starting on Thursday, April 16. Tickets: $30-$40.
6563 Springfield Mall, Ste. 12004, Springfield
Horse enthusiasts are welcome to experience all things equestrian, including live demonstrations, at Frying Pan Farm Park on Saturday, April 18. Admission is free, parking: $10.
2709 West Ox Rd., Herndon
The popular event, complete with a campfire and s’mores, returns to Burke Lake Park on Friday, April 17. Tickets: $12.
7315 Ox Rd., Fairfax Station
“Enchanted Forest” is the theme for this latest family-friendly skate and dance event at the Franconia Rec Center on Saturday, April 18. Tickets: $10.
6601 Telegraph Rd., Alexandria
Sports & Recreation
Home Games
⚾️ MLB: San Francisco Giants at Washington Nationals
Friday, April 17-Sunday, April 19, Nationals Park, Washington, D.C.
News & Notes
⚽️ D.C. United is at Philadelphia on Saturday.
🏉 Old Glory DC travels to Charlotte to play Anthem RC on Saturday in Major League Rugby action.
Did you know Fairfax is home to a Major League Rugby team for the 2026 season? Learn more about our hometown team here!
Fairfax County Fun Fact of the Week
Did you know: Braddock Road was named after General Braddock who took a troop of British soldiers, including George Washington, to Fort Duquesne during the French and Indian War.
Before We Go, Some Good News!
For this week’s Good News, we go to Alexandria!
Cursive writing is back at Holmes Middle School in Lincolnia thanks to teacher Sherisse Kenerson. This week, Kenerson appeared on The Kelly Clarkson Show to highlight “The Cursive Club,” which teaches students the (seemingly) long-lost art of cursive writing. Kenerson joins Kelly to showcase her work and the success of local students.
You can catch segment in the YouTube link above! (Watch until the end for a surprise from Kelly to the Cursive Club. 😉 )
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