With the weather (hopefully) cooling down, the fall festival and Oktoberfest season heats up!
Fall Festivals
LoCo Kid’s Fest
Monday, September 2
11:00am – 2:00pm
Segra Field Parking Lots
42095 Loudoun United Dr
Leesburg, VA 20175
Come join in on a day of free fun, featuring interactive activities for kids of all ages, a touch-a-truck area featuring Loudoun County public safety and other vehicles, a DJ, delicious food trucks (food for purchase), a variety of Loudoun child-focused businesses, plus – moon bounces, foam bubbles and a petting zoo!
US Asian Fest
Saturday, September 7
2:00pm – 9:00pm
One Loudoun
44578 Atwater Drive
Ashburn, VA 20147
Tickets start $20.00
Join us at the One Loudoun Festival Grounds for US Asian Fest! Experience the vibrant energy, traditional cultural performances, and delicious flavors of Asia. Enjoy cultural performances by day and cutting edge and high-energy entertainment by night. Savor mouth-watering dishes from across Asia and explore the various unique merchants. Plus, don’t miss out the spectacular Lion and Dragon dances, Silent Disco, Cosplay Costume Contest and more! Come and experience the best of Asian Culture all in one place!
Virginia Native American Festival
Saturday, September 14
10:00am – 3:00pm
Riverbend Park
8700 Potomac Hills St.
Great Falls, VA 22066
Registration: $12.00
Experience the spirit of Virginia at the Native American Festival!
Performance by the Rappahannock Native American Dancers and Drum group. Virginia tribal vendors will offer traditional crafts. Learn about present-day events and cultural heritage. Witness hands-on demonstrations, including bow and arrow use.
Dulles Day Plane Pull
Saturday, September 14
10:00am – 3:00pm
Dulles Airport
head to the airport and follow the signs for parking
Dulles, VA
The 2024 Dulles Day Plane Pull is both an intense competition and a lively festival! While the plane pull is the main event, the festival features a variety of activities and entertainment, including food vendors, live music, and games for all ages.
48th Annual Falls Church Festival
& Taste of Falls Church
Saturday, September 14
10:00am – 4:00pm
City Hall and Community Center Grounds
300 Park Avenue
Falls Church, VA
This annual event includes the Taste of Falls Church with local restaurants serving samples of their cuisine that attendees can purchase with taste tickets, enjoy live entertainment, kids activities, and a beer garden. With over 90 crafters, businesses, and civic organizations, there’s something for everyone.
2nd Annual Beer in the Garden
Saturday, September 14
12:00am – 3:00pm
The Farm at Halley Rise
12010 Sunrise Valley Drive
Reston, VA, 20191
$10.00
Lost Rhino is happy to partner with Up Top Acres and The Farm at Halley Rise to bring back Beer in the Garden! Bring friends and family out to the farm for an afternoon of craft beer, live music, bouquet-making, and more!
Fall Festival
Saturday, September 14
12:00am – 4:00pm
The Plaza at Tysons Corner Center
1961 Chain Bridge Road
Tysons, VA 22102
Sip & Celebrate Autumn at our 3rd annual Fall Festival! With general admission enjoy live music from 9th gear trio, Craft beer sampling courtesy of Barrel & Bushel, Pumpkin painting, Giving Garden guided tours, Vendor market featuring 12 local makers, Face painting, Photobooth, and much more. GA is free and open to the public.
Perchfest Fall
Friday, September 20
4:00pm – 10:00pm
Saturday, September 21
11:00am – 10:00pm
The Perch @ Capital One Center
1805 Capital One Drive
Tysons, VA 22102
Tickets are free through Eventbrite and there is a suggested donation to Miriam’s Kitchen.
Capital One Center’s weekend festival returns in partnership with Broadway In Tysons’ Shrek the Musical. Guests can enjoy putt putt, live music, craft beer from Starr Hill Biergarten, fitness classes, Made in Fairfax’s pop-up shop presented by Celebrate Fairfax – and a new Shrek twist! The Perch Putt Open will kick-off the weekend festivities on Friday, September 20th.
54th Annual Bluemont Fair
Saturday, September 21 & Sunday, September 22
10:00am – 5:00pm
The Bluemont Fair
33846 Snickersville Turnpike
Bluemont, VA 20135
Admission: $10
Bring your family and friends to the annual Bluemont Fair and take a day to wander through our 200-year-old village nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge mountains. Browse our artisan crafts and enjoy local wine, beer, and music, all while experiencing the history and traditions of our area. Grab a bite to eat or attend an archaeology demonstration while the children enjoy free games in the Children’s Fair or visit the petting zoo. Breathe in some mountain air, have fun, learn something new, and start checking off that holiday gift list, all for less than the price of a movie. (And kids 9 and under get in free!) See you at the Fair!
Reston Multicultural Festival
Saturday, September 21
11:00am – 6:00pm
Reston Town Center
11900 Market St
Reston, VA 20191
Free
The Reston Multicultural Festival is a celebration of Reston’s diversity and community spirit. This annual event brings together the people of Reston to celebrate our rich medley of cultures.
Harvest Happenings
Saturday, September 28
10:00am – 12:00pm
McLean Community Center
1234 Ingleside Ave.
McLean, VA 22101
Free admission
Celebrate autumn with your family locally! Harvest Happenings is an indoor-outdoor festival with live entertainment, petting zoo, crafts and games. Visit our pumpkin patch and purchase a pumpkin to decorate.
Leesburg Airshow
Saturday, September 28
11:00am – 4:00pm
Leesburg Executive Airport
Satellite parking ONLY with free shuttles to the airport.
Leesburg, VA
An Annual Celebration of All Things Aviation at Leesburg Executive Airport, with all of the excitement on the ground and in the air, you’ll find plenty of delicious food and beverage options at the Leesburg Airshow.
Mosaic Fall Festival
Saturday, September 28 & Sunday, September 29
11:00am – 6:00pm
Mosaic
District Avenue
Fairfax, VA 22031
Join us for a weekend of fun-filled activities for the whole family. In partnership with URBNmarket and FRESHFARM; Mosaic District will transform into a vibrant outdoor festival with over 90 handmade and vintage vendors, special performances, and an array of activities for the entire family.
NatureFest
Sunday, September 29
11:00am – 6:00pm
Runnymede Park
195 Herndon Parkway
Herndon, VA
Free admission and parking!
NatureFest 2024 is a family-friendly, hands-on nature event, which spotlights the animals, plants, and insects that live in Runnymede Park.
2024 St. Katherine’s Greek Festival
Friday, October 4 & Saturday, October 5
11:00am – 9:00pm
Sunday, October 6
12:00pm – 8:00pm
Saint Katherine’s Greek Orthodox Church
3149 Glen Carlyn Rd.
Falls Church VA 22041
Come and enjoy authentic Greek food, pastries, drinks, live Greek music, traditional Greek folk dancing, and much more!
Dogfest 2024
Saturday, October 5
11:00am – 3:00pm
Reston Town Center
11900 Market St
Reston, VA 20191
DogFest stands as more than just a fundraiser; it is the signature event of Canine Companions, embodying our unwavering commitment to enhancing the lives of individuals with disabilities through the incredible support of expertly trained service dogs.
This lively celebration unites pet dogs, service dogs, and families, creating a magical day that honors the extraordinary bond we share with our four-legged friends.
48th Annual Fall Festival
Saturday, October 12
10:00am – 5:00pm
After Fest Concert
5:30PM – 8:30PM
Old Town Square
10415 North St.
Fairfax, VA
Admission – FREE
The City of Fairfax invites you to bring in the fall season at our Annual Fall Festival!
What started out as a small market for artisans to display their wares has grown to a festival with more than 400 arts, crafts, information, food & gourmet food vendors, children’s activities, three stages of music and entertainment for all ages.
McLean Pet Fest
Sunday, October 13
11:00am – 4:00pm
McLean Community Center
1234 Ingleside Ave.
McLean, VA 22101
Free Admission
Have fun on the McLean Community Center grounds and bring your furry friends (leashed please), enjoy the free music, Fido’s Bone Bar, a photo booth, pet tricks and demonstration shows. Find valuable pet-related resources including pet rescue, adoption, pet sitters, groomers, trainers and more.
Farm Harvest Festival and Carnival
Friday, October 18
5:00pm
Saturday, October 19 & Sunday, October 19
The festival is from 10:00am – 3:00pm
The carnival is from 11:00am – 6:00pm
Frying Pan Farm Park Location
2709 West Ox Road
Herndon, VA 20171
$10.00 – Parking fee
Big Truck Night on Friday, October 18
Take a whirl on the exciting rides during the carnival. Watch the cider press in action, milk a cow, shell corn, peel apples and play old-fashion games.
Centreville Day
Saturday, October 19
10:00am – 4:00pm
Historic Centreville Park
5714 Mt Gilead Road
Centreville, VA
The 32nd Annual Centreville Day celebration is October 19, 2024 from 10 am to 4 pm. The festival is located in Historic Centreville Park (5714 Mt Gilead Road) in the heart of the Centreville Historic District. Admission is free. Entertainment is free. Children’s rides are free. All thanks to our sponsors shown below! Our new theme this year is “Revolutionary Roots, Modern Branches,” as we anticipate commemorating this nation’s 250th anniversary.
OmBaked Global FallFest
Sunday, October 20
1:00pm – 5:00pm
Lake Anne Plaza
Reston, VA
Welcome to OmBaked’s Global FallFest, an immersive journey into diverse autumn traditions from around the world. Prepare to embark on a captivating exploration of distinct regions, each represented as its own vibrant enclave within the festival.
Throughout Global FallFest, each village offers a tantalizing array of culinary delights, beverages, traditional attire, and handcrafted treasures, inviting you to experience the essence of autumn traditions from around the world. Join us on this cultural odyssey and celebrate the rich tapestry of global heritage.
Oktoberfests
Shipgarten Oktoberfest
September 21 – October 26
Shipgarten
7581 Colshire Dr
Tysons, VA 22102
Explore seven weeks of non-stop excitement at Shipgarten, where Oktoberfest fun is for everyone! Whether you’re looking to enjoy adult festivities with friends or share a magical day with the whole family, we’ve got something for you.
Adult Festivals
Family-Friendly Fun
Settle Down Easy Brewing Co.
6th Annual Oktoberfest
September 21 – October 5
Settle Down Easy Brewing Co. – Falls Church
2822 Fallfax Drive
Falls Church, VA 22042
Settle Down Easy Brewing will celebrate their 6th Annual Oktoberfest Celebration! 4 weeks of parties and activities!!!
- September 21: Kick off Saturday
- September 28: OysterFEST
- October 5: Steeze-BURGER-FEST
- October 12: 3rd Annual Pierogi FEST
Oyster & Sausage OktoberFest
w/ King Street Oyster Bar
Saturday, September 14
11:00am – 7:00pm
Mustang Sally Brewing Company
14140 Parke Long Court, A-C
Chantilly, VA 20151
Join us for a day of mouthwatering delights as we bring together the best of OktoberFest with a twist of coastal flavors. Think savory sausages sizzling on the grill, plump oysters freshly shucked, and a variety of craft beers that’ll have your taste buds dancing the polka all day long!
For this event, we’ve teamed up with the experts to bring you a taste of perfection! Get ready for a mouthwatering partnership between Mustang Sally Brewing, King Street Oyster Bar, and Eugene’s Sausage & Fries, Blue Ridge Pickling, and Poopi’s Hot Sauce for an unforgettable Oyster & Sausage OktoberFest!
Middleburg Oktoberfest
Saturday, September 21
11:00am – 4:00pm
South Madison St. and Federal St
Middleburg, VA
Join us for our 4th Middleburg Oktoberfest Celebration! Festivities will take place on South Madison St. and Federal St., which will be closed to vehicular traffic. BACK AGAIN this year are two biergartens, traditional German food, live music, and festival games. Local beer, wine, cider, and traditional Oktoberfest foods will be available for purchase from local vendors.
We are also excited to bring back Artist’s Alley. Coordinated by the Middleburg Arts Council, artwork from local and regional artists will be available for purchase. Regional artisans will also be present throughout the day with exhibits of fine art, pottery, jewelry, wearable art and more.
OktoBorofest at The Boro
Saturday, September 21
2:00pm – 5:00pm
The Boro Tysons
8350 Broad Street
Tysons, VA 22102
This event is FREE and fun for all ages
Our annual Oktoberfest is returning to The Boro!
Guests are invited to join us in celebration of our favorite fall traditions including a biergarten featuring pumpkin and other traditional beer favorites from local breweries, a steinholding competition, a polka band, a traditional Bavarian dance troupe who will perform and hold dance workshops, family activities and giveaways!
Vienna Oktoberfest
Saturday, October 5
11:00am – 7:00pm
Historic Church Street
Vienna VA
FREE ADMISSION!
Vienna, VA Oktoberfest celebrates its 15th anniversary this year with our biggest festival yet! More vendors, more food, great music & entertainment, plenty of free kids’ activities and, of course, our locally-sourced beer and wine selections! The festival has historically drawn an average of 20,000-30,000 attendees and is sure to be a smash hit this year.
