Hey gang, Matt here!
We’re excited to announce our first in-person event is on the way — and you’re invited!
Join us on Wednesday, May 6 in Herndon for Out on the Town, our brand new live, in-person event series. Out on the Town is our way of bringing together newsletter readers to enjoy some good food, good drinks, and good company.
We are partnering with Hawkley Brewing, one of the top new breweries in our area, and Chicken Salad Chick Herndon (we’re big fans) for an evening of food, fun, and a night “Out on the Town.”
Tickets are just $20 per person, and include a Hawkley Brewing drink ticket (21+) and dinner from Chicken Salad Chick Herndon.
If you buy your tickets by Monday, April 27, we will pay the processing fees for you!
Tickets are available through Sunday, May 3, so secure your spot soon!
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Markets in Fairfax, Reston Community Yard Sale, Clifton Farmers Market Opens
Taste of Vienna set for Saturday
New Fairfax Folk Festival
Bark in Boro Park, Stargazing in Chantilly
Major League Rugby debuts at GMU
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Things To Do
An artisan market featuring 40+ local vendors headlines this pop-up event at Fairfax Corner on Saturday, April 25. Admission is free, held rain or shine.
4100 Monument Corner Dr., Fairfax
A car show meets art as car enthusiasts, vendors, and more take over Workhouse Arts Center on Saturday, April 25. Free and fee options are available.
9518 Workhouse Way, Lorton
The Reston favorite features sales from 90 families at the Reston Association parking lot on Saturday, April 25. Admission is free.
12001 Sunrise Valley Dr., Reston
Earth Day Events
Find a local Earth Day near you!
Earth Day Fairfax — Lake Fairfax Park in Reston, Saturday, April 25. Admission: free. Parking : $10.
Arbor Day Community Tree Planting — Vienna, Saturday, April 25. Admission is free.
The monthly pop-up flea market with 70+ vendors returns to Fairfax City on Saturday, April 25. Admission is free.
4031 University Dr., Fairfax
Markets open in Clifton, Reston, and Alexandria this weekend! Find more details and a market near you in our 2026 Out & About Fairfax Farmers Market Guide!
Book sales are set this weekend in Reston, Annandale, and Great Falls. Find the schedule and more info here.
Want to shop locally? The 13th Annual Indie Bookstore Day is Saturday!
The Festival of Colors, plus plenty of music, dancing, and Indian food returns to the Mosaic District on Saturday, April 25.
2905 District Ave., Fairfax
Food & Drink
Nearly a dozen local food trucks and 30+ Vienna-based and area restaurants come together for this fundraiser at the Vienna Vol. Fire Department on Saturday, April 25. Check out our preview article!
400 Center St. South, Vienna
Aslin Beer Co. is hosting a Pokemon themed event at their Herndon brewpub on Sunday, April 26.
767 Elden St., Herndon
An afternoon of board games, card games, puzzles, and more come to Port City Brewing Co. on Sunday, April 26.
3950 Wheeler Ave., Alexandria
Monthly line dancing returns to Paradise Springs Winery on Friday, April 24. Tickets: $10.
13219 Yates Ford Rd., Clifton
Presented by Reston Association
Come shopping!
Reston Association is hosting a HUGE Community Yard Sale featuring 90 families. It’s the perfect chance to score great bargains for your home, apartment, or college dorm. Kids’ clothes and toys, kitchen items, furniture, and so much more.
Saturday, April 25, 8:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. (Rain date: 4/26.) No early birds: gates open at 8:30 a.m.
Music, Arts, & Entertainment
Mackenzie’s Tunes & Tonics is hosting a three-day festival with 30+ local and regional folk musicians from Friday, April 24-Sunday, April 26. Admission is free, donations are welcome.
3950 University Dr., Ste. 210, Fairfax
An art-inspired way to celebrate Earth Day, including the famous ChalkFest, returns to Reston Town Square Park on Saturday, April 25. Admission is free.
1880 Explorer St., Reston
“Almost Queen” comes to The State Theatre on Friday, April 24. Tickets: $32-$35.
220 N. Washington St., Falls Church
This year’s event features two comedic one-act operas by Gian Carlo Menotti, with four shows at GMU’s Harris Theatre set from Friday, April 24-Sunday, April 26. Tickets: $9-$24.
4471 Aquia Creek Ln., Fairfax
Families & Kids
A tail-wagging spring celebration comes to the The Boro Tysons on Saturday, April 25, featuring with interactive activities.
8350 Broad St., Tysons
Join the museum staff and members of the Northern Virginia Astronomy Club for an up-close look at stars, planets, and the moon on Saturday, April 25. The free event is open to the public, weather permitting. Telescopes will be provided by the museum and the club.
14390 Air and Space Museum Parkway, Chantilly
Kids up to age 6 can sing and dance during this music-themed playdate at Potomac Music from Friday, April 24-Sunday, April 26. Tickets: $25/child for non-members,$10/members.
9510 Workhouse Way, Lorton
Enjoy an evening around the campfire — complete with s’mores — at Hidden Pond Nature Center on Friday, April 24. Tickets: $12/person.
8511 Greeley Blvd. Springfield
Sports & Recreation
Home Games
NWSL: KC Current at Washington Spirit
Friday, April 24 at 8:00p.m., Audi Field, Washington, D.C.
USL: Charleston Battery at Loudoun United FC
Saturday, April 25 at 6:00p.m., Segra Field, Leesburg
MLS: Orlando City at D.C. United
Saturday, April 25 at 7:30p.m., Audi Field, Washington, D.C.
MLR: California Legion at Old Glory D.C.
Sunday, April 26 at 7:00p.m., George Mason Stadium, Fairfax
News & Notes
The Washington Nationals visit the Chicago White Sox this weekend.
Fairfax County Fun Fact of the Week
Did you know: After Prohibition was repealed in 1933, the now-historic A. Smith Bowman Distillery opened in 1934 in what is modern-day Reston.
Before We Go, Some Good News!
This week's Good News takes us to Annandale!
In honor of Earth Day, 31 volunteers teamed up to collect 24 bags of trash and recyclables from local streets and near Poe Middle School. Find the full story in Annandale Today. Great Work!
Out & About participating in Earth Day cleanups this weekend?! Send us your photos to be featured in next week's Good News!
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