Celebrate Fairfax

Taste of Annandale
2025-09-20 10:30 - 18:00 UTC | Eileen Garnett Civic Space, 7200 Columbia Pike, Annandale, VA, 22003, United States
The 2025 Taste of Annandale will be held Sept. 20, 10:30 a.m.-6 p.m. at the Eileen Garnett Civic Space, 7200 Columbia Pike, and the adjoining Annandale Fire Department social hall.
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Burke Market
2025-09-20 12:00 - 16:00 | United States

Reston Market
2025-09-20 12:00 - 16:00, 2025-09-24 19:00 - 23:00, 2025-09-27 12:00 - 16:00, 2025-10-01 19:00 - 23:00, 2025-10-04 12:00 - 16:00, 2025-10-08 19:00 - 23:00 | United States

Vienna Farmers Market
2025-09-20 12:00 - 16:00 | United States

VA250 Commemoration
2025-09-21 13:00 - 16:00 | Historic Fairfax Courthouse, 4110 Chain Bridge Rd, Fairfax, VA, 22030, United States
On Sunday, September 21, from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm, there will be a joint event held at the Historic Fairfax Courthouse with the Fairfax Resolves Chapter, Virginia Society Sons of the American Revolution (VASSAR), and the Fairfax County 250 Commission.
At 1:00 pm inside the Historic Courthouse, The Fairfax Resolves VASSAR will conduct a Commemoration of the 251st Anniversary of the Establishment of the Fairfax Independent Company of Volunteers.
At 2:00 pm, a ceremony honoring the 47 Fairfax County Patriots who served and died advancing the cause of American Independence will take place at the Veterans Monument on the lawn of the Historic Courthouse.
There will be a booklet available for attendees that provides a brief biography about each Patriot on the Memorial. After the ceremony, documents from the Circuit Court Historic Records Center will be on display in the Historic Courthouse.
The Historic Fairfax Courthouse is located at 4110 Chain Bridge Road, Fairfax, at the intersection of Routes 123 and 236 (Main Street). Parking is available in the lot behind the Historic Courthouse.

Mosaic District Market
2025-09-21 13:00 - 18:00, 2025-09-28 13:00 - 18:00, 2025-10-05 13:00 - 18:00 | United States

Wakefield Market
2025-09-24 18:00 - 22:00, 2025-10-01 18:00 - 22:00, 2025-10-08 18:00 - 22:00 | United States

Annandale Market
2025-09-25 12:00 - 16:00, 2025-10-02 12:00 - 16:00, 2025-10-09 12:00 - 16:00 | United States

McLean Market
2025-09-26 12:00 - 16:00, 2025-10-03 12:00 - 16:00, 2025-10-10 12:00 - 16:00 | United States

Rock the Block – Old Town Square
2025-09-26 18:30 - 21:30 | Old Town Square, 10415 North Street, Fairfax, VA, 22030, United States
Come enjoy live music, beer garden, food vendors, and more!
Please bring chairs and or blankets to sit on!
No pets allowed except service animals.
Fourth Fridays 6:30 pm
May–Oct

Made in Fairfax - Makers Fest
2025-09-27 15:00 - 18:00 | Springfield Overlook, 7039 Old Keene Mill Road, Springfield, 22150, United States
Get Ready to Create, Innovate, and Be Inspired at Springfield’s First-Ever Maker’s Fest!
Springfield, VA – Mark your calendars for an afternoon of imagination, creation, and community at the inaugural Makers Fest on Saturday, September 27th, from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM. This family-friendly event will transform the heart of Springfield into a vibrant hub of hands-on activities, dazzling demonstrations, and incredible creations from local artisans, tech enthusiasts, and crafters.
Whether you’re a seasoned maker or simply curious, there will be something to spark your interest. Explore a diverse array of interactive exhibits showcasing everything from robotics and 3D printing to handcrafted jewelry and woodworking. Engage with passionate creators, learn a new skill at one of the many mini-workshops, and discover the incredible talent brewing right here in our community.
This is your chance to get hands-on, ask questions, and be inspired by the boundless possibilities of making. Bring the whole family for an unforgettable afternoon of fun, discovery, and community spirit.
Event Details:

What: Makers Fest Event
When: Saturday, September 27th, 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Where: 7039 Old Keene Mill Rd, Sixth Floor, Springfield, VA
Admission: Free

Come celebrate the spirit of innovation and creativity that defines our community. We’ll see you at the Makers Fest!

Movie Under the Stars
2025-10-03 17:00 - 21:30 | Franklin Sherman Elementary School, 6633 Brawner Street, McLean, VA, 22101, United States
The MRC and the Office of Supervisor Bierman are bringing a fun and free family-friendly evening for all of McLean to enjoy at Franklin Sherman Elementary School on Friday, October 3rd! Expect games, entertainment, giveaways, and of course, a Movie Under the Stars. The doors for the event will open at 5 pm, so come early and enjoy the entertainment! The movie, which will be voted on by the community using this link, will begin on the lawn by the playground just after sundown, around 7:15 pm.

Thank you to Transurban for sponsoring the event. If you would like to become a sponsor for this or any other MRC event, please email revitalizedowntownmclean@gmail.com.

Please secure your free tickets using this Eventbrite link.

Celebrate Fairfax is a proud participant in this event.

Public Safety Day
2025-10-04 10:00 - 14:00 | McConnell Public Safety and Transportation Operations Center, 4890 Alliance Drive, Fairfax, VA, 22030, United States
Join the McConnell Public Safety and Transportation Operations Center for a fun and informative day all about keeping our community safe at PUBLIC SAFETY DAY 2025!
Celebrate Fairfax is a proud participant in this event.

Celebration of the Arts at Capital One Center
2025-10-04 11:00 - 17:00 | Capital One Center, 1803 Capital One Drive, Tysons, VA, 22102, United States
Capital One Center Celebration of the Arts, presented with Tephra Institute of Contemporary Art (Tephra ICA), is a two-day outdoor festival happening October 4–5, 2025, in the heart of Tysons, VA. Designed for all ages, this immersive event transforms the streets of Capital One Center into a multi-block celebration of the arts— featuring interactive installations, hands-on workshops, live music, and culinary experiences for every generation.
Learn more here!
Celebrate Fairfax is a proud participant in this event.

Opening Reception: Imagining Together Gallery at The PARC
2025-10-04 16:00 - 19:00 | The PARC, 8508 Leesburg Pike, Tysons, VA, 22182, United States
Imagining Together GalleryJoin us at The PARC for Imagining Together, a special art gallery exhibition running October 4 – December 13, 2025. Explore thought-provoking works during open gallery hours Wednesday–Sunday, 12–6 PM (closed Monday & Tuesday).
✨ Opening Reception: October 4, 4–7 PM, featuring a live performance by Jim Gormley.
Stay tuned for more information about our People’s Choice Awards Ceremony, which will be happening during the Opening Reception!
Come experience creativity, connection, and community—imagined together.
RSVP HERE!

Washington West Film Fest
2025-10-09 12:00 - 2025-10-12 21:30 | LOOK Dine-in Cinemas Reston, 11940 Market St, Reston, VA, 20190, United States
Beyond the red carpets, Oscar-nominated films, and world-class independent filmmakers, the Washington West Film Festival is a movement of hope for under-resourced communities. Our audiences themselves become story-creators as we give 100% of all box office net proceeds to projects which solve problems of childhood hunger, illness, and poor education around the world. Join us in creating stories of hope October 9-12, 2025 in the Washington, DC metropolitan area.

Homeschool Science for Kids: Genealogy
2025-10-10 14:30 - 15:30 | Fairfax Regional Library, 10360 North St, Fairfax, VA, 22030, United States
Discover the science of uncovering family stories!
In this fun, hands on program, children will bring the past to life by conducting interviews to capture colorful family stories.
Together with your grownup you will practice your skills and learn to explore family history.
For children ages 8-12 with adult.
Registration is required. Adults do not need to register. Please register each child of the appropriate ages 8-12.

10.10 Genealogy for Homeschoolers
