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Douglass Legacy Day

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Douglass Legacy Day

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On October 3, 2026, celebrate history, culture, and community at Douglass Legacy Day!

Now in its third year, this heartfelt event honors the legacy of Douglass High School, Loudoun County’s first and only Black high school from 1941 until 1968.

Hosted indoors and outdoors at the Historic Douglass High School Education & Development Campus from 12-5 pm, this special event offers families a full day of fun and learning, with something for kids and kids at heart.

Get creative at guided painting sessions with Healing Through Art, watch chalk artist Penny Hauffe bring the pavement to life, and add a little color with face painting and balloon twisting. Little ones will love the bubble station, lawn games, and the VR mobile theme park, plus an historical bingo and scavenger hunt that turns the campus into a discovery zone.

Throughout the day, don’t miss interactive children’s science shows by Mad Science, an animal and reptile show, and a children’s magic & comedy show. Food trucks and vendors will be on-site, too!

Live entertainment includes:

  • Raize the Praize Fitness
  • Chosen ∙ Christian, spiritual, & gospel music
  • Good Morning Tomorrow
  • Breonna Sharde’ & The Band
  • Mike G & Friends ∙ Jazz & R&B
  • Bach to Rock Lansdowne

Even better, admission is free to this special event!

Details:
Website ∙ Facebook

Date:
Oct 3, 2026

Location:
Historic Douglass High School ∙ Leesburg, VA

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Disclaimer: Event details are curated from public sources and subject to change. Verify all information via the provided links before attending.

The Masters of Mischief Are Back!

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The Masters of Mischief Are Back!


‹‹ More Live Shows for Kids

New challengers, new rules, a whole new game!

The Harlem Globetrotters, known for wowing spectators with their on-court antics and jaw-dropping performances, are bringing their Rivalry Tour to Capital One Arena on March 6, 2027!

Expect high-flying dunks, trick shots, nonstop laughs, and plenty of fan interaction. You might even get pulled onto the court or land on the jumbotron! Arrive early for the free pre-game tip-off party, and stick around after the final buzzer for the 5th Quarter Autograph Session, included with every ticket.

Get your tickets early!
Pre-sale access from September 30 (10 am)-October 1, 2026 (10 pm), with online code VENUE.
Public tickets on sale beginning October 2, 2026

Want to get even closer to the action? With your game ticket purchase, premium experiences are available, too:

Ultimate Fan Pass
Step onto the court before the game to shoot hoops, learn tricks, and get autographs and photos with team members.

MVP Court Pass
Enjoy exclusive court access during pre-game warm-ups and interact with players before tip-off.

Get to know the Globetrotters! Founded in 1926 as the Savoy Big Five, the team soon became the Harlem Globetrotters and, by 1941, had added the comedy moves that made them famous. A century later, the Globetrotters still wow crowds worldwide with ball-handling wizardry, basketball artistry, and one-of-a-kind family entertainment that thrills fans of all ages — from 1 to 101!

Details:
Website ∙ Tickets

Date:
Mar 6, 2027

Location:
Capital One Arena ∙ Washington, DC

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Pueblo Unido Day

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Pueblo Unido Day

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Pueblo Unido Day Hispanic and Latino festival in Sterling, VA
‹‹ More Fall Festival Fun

¡Comida, música, arte, comunidad! Pueblo Unido Day is a vibrant celebration of heritage, strength, and unity in the heart of Sterling!

On October 10, 2026, gather your family at the Sterling Community Center for the 5th annual festival celebrating Hispanic and Latino culture.

  • Vendor & Community Booths
    Discover local businesses and connect with dozens of community organizations.
  • Folklore Performances
    Watch colorful dance groups celebrating Peruvian, Mexican, Colombian, and Salvadoran folklore.
  • Live Music & Dance
    Groove to a live band, a DJ, and a high-energy hip-hop dance group.
  • Kids Activities
    Little ones will love meeting fuzzy friends up close at the Alpaca Petting Zoo, then bounce, bounce, and hold on tight at the Moon Bounce & Mechanical Bull!
  • Community Mural
    In partnership with the Loudoun County Arts Advisory Committee, share your stories, memories, and ideas with artists to help shape a future mural that tells the story of Sterling Park and the people who call it home.
  • Food Trucks
    Savor traditional cuisine and sweet treats from local favorites.

Details:
Website ∙ Facebook

Date:
Oct 10, 2026

Location:
Sterling Community Center ∙ Sterling, VA

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Consignment Sales = Big Savings!

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Consignment Sales = Big Savings!

Kids grow like weeds and seem to need something new all the time! Score a deal on clothing, accessories, toys, and more at an upcoming consignment sale:

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Disclaimer: Event details are curated from public sources and subject to change. Verify all information via the provided links before attending.

Updated Oct 15, 2026

Capital Art & Craft Festival

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Capital Art & Craft Festival

Because of last-minute event cancellations at DTC Expo-Event Center — where this event is scheduled to be hosted — please double-check the event details before attending.

‹‹ More Holiday Markets

Shop handmade this holiday season with more than 300 juried artists at the Winter Capital Art & Craft Festival, December 11-13, 2026 — now at its brand-new home, the DTC Expo at Dulles Town Center in Sterling!

This three-day festival is packed with one-of-a-kind gift ideas, including fine art, jewelry, clothing and textiles, pottery, glass, woodwork, leather, photography, decor, and more. Plus, specialty food and beverage artisans will be on hand, too!

Kids 12 and under are admitted free, and strollers are welcome.

Looking for the Capital Art & Craft Festival, a holiday market, at the Dulles Town Center’s new event and expo center? You’re in the right place!

Details:
Website ∙ Tickets

Dates:
Dec 11-13, 2026

Location:
DTC Expo-Event Center ∙ Sterling, VA

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Spooky Fun @ Air & Scare

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Spooky Fun @ Air & Scare

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‹‹ More Halloween Fun

Air & Scare returns October 24, 2026! Hosted at the Udvar-Hazy Center, the Smithsonian Air & Space Museum’s sister location in Chantilly, VA, this family-friendly celebration showcases the museum’s spooky side!

While Air & Scare is free to attend, reservations are required for the outdoor portion — see important details below:

Outdoor
Free timed-entry tickets are required for the outdoor portion of Air & Scare (parking fee-based). Public tickets will be available on October 1, 2026, at 7 pm.

Indoor
The indoor portion of the event is free to attend (parking fee-based) and does not require tickets. This popular portion of Air & Scare features indoor activities for all ages.

Parking
Parking is fee-based ($15/car). High visitation is expected, so plan for delays entering and exiting the lot — or consider public transportation (Fairfax Connector 983).

Wear your Halloween best (costumes encouraged; see note below) and enjoy science-inspired fun! Plan for about a 90-minute experience across the indoor and outdoor activities:

  • Trick-or-treat stations featuring candy & snacks
  • Creepy crafts, spooky experiments, & themed activities
  • Special storytimes & puppet shows
  • Photo opportunities with your favorite Star Wars characters
  • An Air & Scare Runway costume fashion show

Halloween masks are not permitted for ages 16+ and weapons (real, fake, or props) are forbidden on museum property.

Air & Scare takes place rain or shine. In the event of inclement weather, some outdoor fun may be curtailed, but many will scream on, so bring rain gear just in case!

Details:
Website

Date:
Oct 24, 2026

Location:
Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center ∙ Chantilly, VA

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A Crafter’s Playground: Craftspace

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A Crafter’s Playground: Craftspace

By DullesMoms, October 2026

Get creative, hone your skills, and meet like-minded crafters at Craftspace, a hands-on DIY studio in Chantilly!

Craftspace is a fully stocked, creative space designed for you, the crafter. Enjoy access to a variety of tools, including a Glowforge laser cutter, heat presses, Silhouette, Cricut machines, and more. You are limited only by your imagination!

You can use Craftspace by the hour or by subscription. Crafters have access to all basic tools and equipment; sign-up is required to use premium tools, like the Glowforge.

In addition to working on your own projects, Craftspace also offers adult and youth classes taught by local artists.

Details:
Website

Location:
Craftspace ∙ Chantilly, VA

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Manassas Fall Jubilee

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Manassas Fall Jubilee

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‹‹ More Fall Festival Fun

Music, makers, and autumn festivities fill downtown Manassas!

Their Fall Jubilee returns on October 3, 2026, with more than 100 craft and community booths, two stages of live entertainment, food trucks, and plenty of seasonal charm!

Throughout the day, enjoy local musicians, dancers, a magician, cloggers, and more. This year even brings back a fan favorite — live chainsaw carving! Kids have their own dedicated zone featuring The Pied Piper of Percussion, plus activities and amusements.

Admission is free.

Details:
Website

Date:
Oct 3, 2026

Location:
Historic Downtown Manassas ∙ Manassas, VA

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Splash Pad @ Hal & Berni Hanson Park

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Splash Pad @ Hal & Berni Hanson Park

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‹‹ All-Things-Water

The Splash Pad at Hal & Berni Hanson Regional Park is the perfect place to beat the heat! Their 10,000-square-foot water playground is packed with features. Enjoy sensor-activated water features, a water-squirting spider, water cannons, bucket drop, and more.

From September 8-27, 2026, splash pad hours are 12-6 pm. Please note, Fridays-Sundays, park-wide soccer tournaments will be hosted, increasing traffic and park usage.

While there, check out their popular playground, too! It’s one of the most expansive and inclusive play spaces in the region! Enjoy plenty to climb on and explore, including rope nets, rock climbers, over-under bars, roller slides, and more. Making it easy for strollers, it also has smooth rubber surfacing and turf throughout.

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Details:
Website

Dates:
Sept 8-27, 2026

Location:
Hanson Park ∙ Sterling, VA

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Two Towns Bike Rodeo

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Two Towns Bike Rodeo

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Hey kids! Grab your bikes and get ready for a wheel-y fun morning!

The Herndon and Vienna Police Departments are teaming up for the Two Towns Bike Rodeo on September 26, 2026 — a free, family-friendly event on the W&OD Trail.

Riders of all ages are invited to bring their bikes to the heart of Vienna to learn more about bike and e-bike safety while having fun! Participate in a cone course and helmet fittings, learn rules of the road, and meet officers from both departments and community partners on-site.

This special event is free to attend; connect with the event on Facebook to stay up to date in case of inclement weather.

Details:
Website ∙ Facebook

Date:
Sept 26, 2026

Location:
138 Church St. NE ∙ Vienna, VA

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