Big Calendar of Fun › Chocolate Lovers Festival
For three sweet days in February, the Chocolate Lovers Festival is bringing together thousands of chocolate lovers for a decadent celebration packed with tastings, hands-on fun, live entertainment, and treats of every kind!
It all happens from February 6-8, 2026, throughout the City of Fairfax’s downtown area. Check out some of the featured fun below (days/times vary), but click here to see the full schedule and plan your chocolate-filled weekend.
Taste of Chocolate
Chocolate lovers can sample everything from gourmet fudge and pastries to truffles, candy, and flowing chocolate fountains. This stop brings together chocolate-filled, chocolate-covered, and chocolate-baked treats in one indulgent space.
Liquid Chocolate
This experience highlights chocolate in drinkable form, from classic hot chocolate to chocolate-infused beverages. Pairings from local wineries and breweries add an extra layer of flavor.
Make-Your-Own Chocolate Bar
Guests can create a personalized chocolate bar using a variety of ingredients and flavors. It’s a hands-on way to turn creativity into a sweet take-home treat.
Musical Cakes
A playful twist on a classic game, this activity mixes music with the chance to win a delicious cake. It adds energy and sweet surprises to the festival.
Construct a Cupcake
Guests can design their own cupcake with fluffy frosting, colorful sprinkles, and decadent toppings. This creative station is all about imagination and fun.
Harley Eye Candy
Up-close views of iconic Harley-Davidson motorcycles give festival-goers a chance to snap photos and admire classic design. It adds a bold, unexpected element to the sweet surroundings.
Historic Courthouse Events
Interactive activities inside the historic courthouse explore local history in an engaging way. Visitors can learn how the law and community have evolved over time.
Ratcliffe-Allison-Pozer House Tours
Guided tours offer a look inside a preserved historic home, with stories from the 18th and 19th centuries. Architecture and artifacts help bring Fairfax’s past to life.
Fairfax Museum and Visitor Center Open House
Guests can explore exhibits that trace the city’s history from its early beginnings to today. The museum offers insight into the people and moments that shaped the community.
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