Reston Community Yard Sale, Haunted Wine Tours, & Mosaic Fall Festival

Plus, NatureFest in Herndon, Oktoberfests, & the Nationals season finale | A preview of the weekend ahead and things to do in Fairfax County

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Matthew Knoedler
September 25, 2025

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Hey gang, Matt here!

The first week of fall is here, and that means more festivals and seasonal events around the region. We link to our Fall Fun guide below for things to do near you.

For you baseball fans, it’s the final week of the season for your Washington Nationals. I’ll see you at the park for one last home game (and Presidents Race) of 2025. Now, let’s see what’s happening Out & About this weekend! ⬇️

In this week’s newsletter:

  • Mosaic Fall Festival, Reston Community Yard Sale

  • Aslin turns 10, G34.3 Brewing Co.’s Oktoberfest

  • Art show in Oakton, “Avatar” at Capital One Hall

  • NatureFest in Herndon, Family Skate Night in Alexandria

  • Nats host White Sox this weekend

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Cheers,
Matt

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Things To Do

Fall fun, Reston community yard sale, pickleball, bingo, and more! 🏓

  • Fall Fun Continues Around the Area

  • Reston Association Yard Sale

    • The Reston Association’s popular semi-annual yard sale is back on Saturday, September 27 from 8:30a.m.-1:00p.m. Shop for everything from furniture and home décor to clothing, toys, and household goods.

      • 12010 Sunrise Valley Dr., Reston

  • Oktoberfest Bingo in Vienna

    • The Vienna Vol. Fire Dept. will host their Oktoberfest-themed bingo night on Sunday, September 28 at 6:00p.m. Participants will receive a free pretzel and beer (21+).

      • 400 Center St. South, Vienna

  • Final Week for Tysons Mixed Market

    • Check out nearly 30 local vendors offering handmade items, food, and much more. Runs 4:00p.m.-7:00p.m. every Thursday in September.

      • 8350 Broad St., Tysons

  • Find A Farmers Market Near You

    • If you’re looking for fresh produce, local meats and eggs, artisan vendors, and more, check out our 2025 Farmers Market Guide! We have details for nearly 20 markets across Fairfax County, from Great Falls to Lorton, Chantilly to Falls Church, and much more.

  • Pilates & Pickleball Social in Reston

    • Start your weekend with movement, connection, and plenty of fun with a Pilates & Pickleball Social at Fox Mill Woods Swim & Tennis on Saturday, September 27 from 9:30a.m.-12:00p.m. Tickets: $30-$50.

      • 2634A Black Fir Ct., Reston

Food & Drink

Oktoberfests, OysterFest, haunted happenings, and more! 🍺🎃

  • G34.3 Brewing Co.’s Oktoberfest Party

    • The Lorton brewery is hosting an Oktoberfest Party featuring music, new beer releases, and more on Saturday, September 27 from 12:00p.m.-9:00p.m. General admission is free, VIP tickets are $44.99.

      • 8532 Terminal Rd., Suite L, Lorton

  • Aslin Celebrates 10th Anniversary Party

    • Celebrate at Aslin’s Alexandria brewery on Saturday, September 27 from 3:00p.m.-9:00p.m. Features food, live music, and 60 Aslin beers. Tickets: $10-$75.

      • 847 S. Pickett St., Alexandria

  • OysterFest & Seafood Extravaganza in Falls Church

    • Settle Down Easy Brewing is hosting their 7th annual OysterFest & Seafood Extravaganza on Saturday, September 27. Event starts at 12:00p.m.

      • 2822 Fallfax Dr., Falls Church

  • “Haunted Wine Tours” Kickoff Sunday

    • The Winery at Bull Run open their annual Haunted Wine Tours on Sunday, September 28. Tours run through October 30. Tickets: $55.

      • 15950 Lee Highway, Centreville

A message from Vecinos Unidos

Make a difference! Volunteer once a week (Tuesday–Thursday, 4:30-6:00 PM) to help 1st-6th graders with reading, writing, and math. Many face language barriers and need support. For 28+ years in Herndon, we've seen real results. Apply at vecinosunidos.org.

Can’t attend in person? Ask about other ways to help!

Music, Arts, & Entertainment

An art show in Oakton and a Fairfax music school holds an open house! 🎶 

  • “Avatar: The Last Airbender in Concert” Headlines Capital One Hall

    • “Avatar: The Last Airbender in Concert” on Sunday, September 28. Showtime: 7:30p.m.

      • 7750 Capital One Tower Rd., Tysons

  • Rock The Block Returns in Fairfax

    • The City of Fairfax hosts “Rock the Block” on Friday, September 26 as the Taylor Swift tribute band “Cruel Summer” takes the stage. The show is free and starts at 6:30p.m.

      • 10415 North St., Fairfax

  • Vale Arts Fall Art Show and Sale

    • The Oakton art group is hosting their annual art show from Friday, September 26-Sunday, September 28 from 10:00a.m.-6:00p.m. The show highlights local artists and their work.

      • 3124 Fox Mill Rd., Oakton

  • Appassionata Music School Open House

    • The new Appassionata Music School of Virginia will hold an open house on Sunday, September 28 from 1:30p.m.-2:30p.m.

      • 3911 Blenheim Blvd. #43C, Fairfax

G34.3 Brewing Co. Oktoberfest Party — G34.3 Brewing Company in Lorton is hosting their Oktoberfest Party on Saturday, September 27 from 12:00p.m.-9:00p.m. General admission is free with VIP tickets available for $44.99. Enjoy their new Lenticular Lager 1553, a Märzen-style seasonal release. Plus, bratwursts, pretzels, and more from The Alpine Chef, live music, and much more.

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Families & Kids

NatureFest, Campfire Fridays, and more! 🍂

  • Bright Horizons Fall Fest

    • Enjoy hands-on activities at Bright Horizons Early Education & Preschool for their Fall Family Festival on Thursday, September 25 from 4:00p.m.-6:00p.m. There are five locations in Fairfax County — find one near you in the link above.

  • NatureFest in Herndon

    • Head over to Herndon’s Runnymede Park on Sunday, September 28, to learn more about the plants, animals, insects, and more that call the park home. Event runs 1:00p.m.-5:00p.m. Admission is free.

      • 195 Herndon Parkway, Herndon

  • Family Skate Night in Franconia

    • It’s a Country Western-themed family skate night at the Franconia Rec Center on Saturday, September 27 at 6:00p.m. Cost: $10/person.

      • 6601 Telegraph Rd., Alexandria

  • Campfire Fridays in Reston

    • A fun-filled night around the campfire — complete with s’mores — at Lake Fairfax Park in Reston on Friday, September 26 at 6:30p.m. Cost: $12. Ages 5+.

      • 1400 Lake Fairfax Dr., Reston

Sports & Recreation

Together with

This high school football season, we are teaming up with the guys at “All Hitches — The NoVA Football Podcast” to provide you with local high school football coverage!

Each week, Coach Dash and Coach Mesa will highlight their Games of the Week in Fairfax County. Be sure to tune in to the All Hitches “Friday Night Spotlight” on YouTube, where the guys take you LIVE to games around the region for all of the local high school football action, from Reston to Fairfax to Alexandria and more.

Check out their Games of the Week. ⬇️

  • South County (1-2) at West Springfield (2-2)

  • Fairfax (2-2) at West Potomac (1-2)

  • Washington-Liberty (4-0) at Centreville (2-1)

  • Chantilly (3-1) at Langley (2-2)

  • George C. Marshall (3-0) at James Madison (2-2)

    • Want more analysis? Check out their preview show here.

Home Games

  • MLB: Chicago White Sox at Washington Nationals

    • Friday-Sunday, Nationals Park, Washington, D.C.

  • MLS: Philadelphia Union at D.C. United

    • Saturday, September 27 at 7:30p.m., Audi Field, Washington, D.C.

  • NWSL: Houston Dash at Washington Spirit

    • Sunday, September 28 at 1:00p.m., Audi Field, Washington, D.C.

  • USL: Tampa Bay Rowdies at Loudoun United FC

    • Sunday, September 28 at 5:00p.m., Segra Field, Leesburg

News & Notes

  • The Washington Commanders are at Atlanta on Sunday.

Fairfax County Fun Fact of the Week

Did you know: Washington Dulles International Airport has land in both Fairfax and Loudoun counties, and is named after former U.S. Secretary of State, John Foster Dulles.

Before We Go, Some Good News…

For this week’s Good News, we visit Oakton where two Oakton High School students are now published authors!

Students Jovina Arulandu and Victoria Yu recently wrote, “Hear That, Squiggle Squiggle!” which follows a young boy’s journey with hearing loss. They officially published the book in June, and they have even raised $1,300 through book sales to help buy a hearing aid for a young girl in Reston. Fantastic work!

Read more via the Fairfax County Public Schools Instagram page here!

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