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Celebration of the Arts @ Capital One Center

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Celebration of the Arts @ Capital One Center

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Tysons’ Capital One Center is rolling out the welcome mat for its second annual Celebration of the Arts!

On September 19-20, 2026 — this free, outdoor, multi-block festival transforms the 35-acre Capital One Center campus into a vibrant celebration of visual art, music, food, and community. From art-making and live music to great food, there’s something for all ages and interests:

  • Hands-on art workshops with regional artists
  • Immersive art activations & a local artisan market
  • Live “Battle of the Artists” competition
  • Live music & performances
  • Kid-friendly activations
  • Pop-up “Art Bark” for dogs & their humans
  • Culinary offerings from exciting regional creators

Admission is free — guests are encouraged to register in advance and make a donation at the event. This curated open-air experience is presented with Tephra Institute of Contemporary Art and Capital One Arts.

Details:
Website ∙ Eventbrite

Dates:
Sept 19-20, 2026

Location:
Capital One Center ∙ 1820 Capital One Dr S, Tysons, VA

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Loudoun County Farm Tour

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Loudoun County Farm Tour

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Loudoun Fall Farm Tour donkey
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For more than three decades, the Loudoun Fall Farm Tour has offered an insider’s look into some of the county’s most unique agricultural destinations — and the original tour that started it all back in 1993 is back for another fantastic weekend on October 17-18, 2026!

Spanning 34 farms across Western Loudoun, this popular harvest-season event lets visitors explore the best the region has to offer. From charming meet-and-greets with llamas, alpacas, and donkeys to scooping up homemade ice cream at a local dairy farm, there’s something to delight every family member. Plus, farms showcase Loudoun’s finest — honey, mushrooms, traditional vegetables, garlic, craft beverages, and more.

Participating farms welcome guests with parking, tours of their operations, and a free, public educational component, while Loudoun Made, Loudoun Grown products, CSAs, and memberships are typically available for purchase. Check in with the QR code at any stop, and you’ll be entered for a chance to win one of two Western Loudoun VIP Giveaway Packages, too!

Planning the day is part of the fun. An interactive Farm Tour Map is coming soon, and both pocket-sized and tear-off maps will be available at local Loudoun libraries and community centers, Visit Loudoun, and the Government Center in Leesburg.

Before you head out, check the online map for the most up-to-date information — life changes daily on the farm, so some listed activities may not be available, and Hogback Mountain Pony Rides is sitting this year out. And because ticks can live in tall grasses and low vegetation as well as the woods, long sleeves, bug spray, and staying on clear paths are always a smart call.

Details:
Website

Dates:
Oct 17-18, 2026

Location:
Various Locations ∙ Loudoun County, VA

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Can’t-Miss September Fun ∙ 2026

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Can’t-Miss September Fun ∙ 2026

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September brings more than back-to-school routines — it ushers in the first hints of fall and a month filled with seasonal festivals and more!

Explore these guides, too: Halloween ∙ Food & Wine Fests ∙ Fall Festivals

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Theme Park Frights & Fun

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Theme Park Frights & Fun

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From local destinations to regional family hot spots, many of your favorite theme parks open their doors each fall to let the spooks, ghouls, and frights in!

Shown in order of distance from Dulles Airport…

Kings Dominion
Doswell, VA ∙ Approx 95 miles from Dulles Airport

Sept 18-Nov 1, 2026
Halloween Haunt
Nightmares come alive, and ghostly creatures await you this year at Kings Dominion! On select days, the park’s infamous evening Halloween Haunt will be the place for horror, hair-raising rides, and frightening attractions! Get lost in one of the many mazes or spooked in a scare zone before or after the park becomes engulfed in fog and darkness!

Sept 19-Nov 1, 2026
Tricks & Treats
Guests of all ages will enjoy all that Kings Dominion offers during their scare-free Tricks and Treats event! This daytime celebration wraps up before sunset, and the Haunt scares set up, with a Trick-or-Treat Trail, a costume contest at the Peanuts Playhouse, seasonal treats, live entertainment, and family rides. Running select dates from September 19-November 1, 2026.

Hersheypark
Hershey, PA ∙ Approx 125 miles from Dulles Airport

Sept 12-Nov 1, 2026
Hersheypark Halloween
On select days this fall, join Hersheypark for your favorite rides and coasters, a chocolatey trick-or-treat adventure during Hershey’s Character Glow Dance Party, a walk on the wild side at ZooAmerica North American Wildlife Park, frightfully delicious food, and more!

Sept 12-Nov 1, 2026
Dark Nights
When the sun goes down, Hersheypark hands the park over to the shadows. Now in its fifth year, Dark Nights turns the coaster climbs and midways into hunting grounds, with five haunted houses and five scare zones — including the all-new Reese’s Depot of Doom. The haunt starts at 6 pm each operating night and is included with Hersheypark Halloween admission, so you don’t need a separate ticket. This one is built for teens and grown-ups; families with little ones may want to head out before 6 pm.

Dutch Wonderland
Lancaster, PA ∙ Approx 140 miles from Dulles Airport

Sept 19-Oct 31, 2026
Happy Hauntings
The Kingdom for Kids keeps the “happy” in Happy Hauntings, making this one of the gentlest Halloween celebrations in the region. Little ones can follow the trick-or-treat trail, dance through foggy bubble parties, and snack their way around the park, with rides still running and no scares in sight. Open weekends from September 19-October 31, 2026.

Busch Gardens
Williamsburg, VA ∙ Approx 170 miles from Dulles Airport

Sept 11-Nov 1, 2026
Howl-o-Scream
Howl-o-Scream takes over the entire park with haunted houses, Terror-Tories, and sinister shows, with unsuspecting horrors awaiting their victims at every turn. Plus, test your thrill threshold with world-class coasters at night, offering a completely different ride experience!

Sept 19-Nov 1, 2026
Halloween Spooktacular
Celebrate not-too-spooky family fun during the day at Busch Gardens Sesame Street Forest of Fun! Kids can dress up for a costume parade and enjoy trick-or-treating through the Wild Reserve. Family-friendly festivities include a hay maze, unique activities, and special photo opportunities. Open Saturdays and Sundays from September 19-November 1, 2026.

Diggerland USA
West Berlin, NJ ∙ Approx 170 miles from Dulles Airport

Sept 26-Nov 15, 2026
Diggerfest
North America’s only construction-themed adventure park is filled with fall escapades every year! Diggerland USA, your favorite destination featuring life-sized construction equipment, celebrates the season with fire truck rides, hayrides, pumpkin decorating, a petting zoo, a parade of machines, carnival games and mazes, and bonfires with s’mores. Diggerfest runs weekends from September 26-November 15, 2026, and it’s included with general admission.

Knoebels
Elysburg, PA ∙ Approx 175 miles from Dulles Airport

Oct 9-31, 2026
Hallo-Fun
America’s largest free-admission amusement park throws a Halloween party that stays family-friendly from start to finish. Hallo-Fun fills October Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays with seasonal rides, live entertainment, and fall treats, and the Boo Crew adds extra pre-opening activities on weekend mornings. Since there’s no gate fee, you only pay for the rides you want.

Idlewild & SoakZone
Ligonier, PA ∙ Approx 185 miles from Dulles Airport

Sept 12-Oct 31, 2026
HallowBOO!
It’s the Idlewild families already love, with a happy Halloween twist. Trick-or-treat your way through Story Book Forest, ride rethemed attractions, and wander a maze or two, all under the fall foliage of the Laurel Highlands. This is the longest HallowBOO! in park history, running weekends from September 12-October 31, 2026.

Sesame Place
Langhorne, PA ∙ Approx 190 miles from Dulles Airport

Sept 19-Nov 1, 2026
The Count’s Halloween Spooktacular
At Sesame Place, wear your favorite costume and celebrate Halloween with your favorite crew from Sesame Street! On select dates, the park will be transformed into a family-friendly Halloween haven, featuring trick-or-treating in Big Bird’s Beach, the Sesame Street Halloween Parade, dance parties, a Scarecrow Scavenger Hunt, themed shows, and unique photo opportunities with everyone’s favorite furry friends in costume. Included with admission.

Six Flags Great Adventure
Jackson, NJ ∙ Approx 200 miles from Dulles Airport

Sept 18-Nov 1, 2026
Fright Fest
After dark, Great Adventure hands the park over to haunted mazes, scare zones, and live shows, with coasters running under the fog. Fright Fest is not recommended for children under 13, and a chaperone policy kicks in after 4 pm, requiring guests 15 and under to be accompanied by an adult 21 or older. Running select nights from September 18-November 1, 2026.

Sept 12-Nov 1, 2026
Kids Boo Fest
The daytime counterpart, and the one to pick for younger visitors. Kids Boo Fest brings costumes, trick-or-treating, and not-so-spooky activities to the park on select days from September 12-November 1, 2026, wrapping up before the Fright Fest crew clocks in.

Looking for Hershey Park Halloween Dark Nights? You’re in the right place!

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

Updated Sept 16, 2026

Putting the Animals to Bed

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Putting the Animals to Bed

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Families love visiting Frying Pan Farm Park during the day, but how about at night?

Now’s your chance to join them after the sun goes down at the park’s popular nighttime program: Putting the Animals to Bed!

Bring your flashlight and learn how the farm animals settle down for the night! Do they need a bedtime story, a glass of water, or maybe a nightlight? You’ll learn the hows and whys of farm sleepytime.

Pre-register for your preferred date from September 5-14, 2026.

Details:
Website

Dates:
Select Days, Sept 5-14, 2026

Location:
Frying Pan Farm Park ∙ Herndon, VA

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Disney’s Worlds Collide Concert Tour

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Disney’s Worlds Collide Concert Tour


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Disney’s all-new Worlds Collide Concert Tour will bring together the worlds of Descendants, Zombies, and, for the very first time, Camp Rock! It all happens at Capital One Arena on November 17, 2026.

This exciting pop concert features an exceptionally talented lineup of Disney stars from all three popular franchises. Guests are encouraged to come dressed as their favorite character for a night filled with fresh mashups, next-level choreography, and electrifying special effects!

Details:
Website ∙ Tickets

Date:
Nov 17, 2026

Location:
Capital One Arena ∙ Washington, DC

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Big Dig Touch-a-Truck

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Big Dig Touch-a-Truck

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‹‹ More Touch-a-Truck Fun

It’s big fun at The Big Dig! Kids (and kids-at-heart) are invited to climb into the driver’s seat and operate some pretty big machinery, like excavators, scissor lifts, and more — all under the guidance of trained construction professionals!

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Hosted on October 3, 2026, this special you-touch event will benefit local children and families affected by pediatric cancer. Each general admission ticket includes a lunch item, a drink, a dessert, and a safety vest for every participating child. Proceeds from this year’s event will fund cancer care initiatives at Inova Children’s Hospital — its exclusive partner.

Free event parking is available at the Ashburn Recreation Center (21105 Coopers Hawk Dr), where a designated area has been reserved for Big Dig attendees, and a complimentary shuttle runs continuously to the event entrance.

Sure to be a popular event, pre-purchase your tickets online (link below).

Details:
Website

Date:
Oct 3, 2026

Location:
43045 Van Metre Dr ∙ Ashburn, VA

Parking:
Ashburn Rec Ctr ∙ Ashburn, VA

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Catch the Buzz @ Bug Fest

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Catch the Buzz @ Bug Fest

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Creepy-crawly fun is waiting at Lake Accotink Park!

Families are invited to Bug Fest — an insect-filled adventure on September 26, 2026. Celebrate the amazing world of insects and learn why they’re so important to the ecosystem!

Enjoy insect safari hikes, live insect meet-and-greets, bug-themed crafts, games, storybook readings, a buggy maze, and a spiderweb slackline course.

Register by September 25 and save $2 per person.

All the fun happens at Lake Accotink Park. Located in Springfield, VA, the park spans 500 acres and includes a 55-acre lake, an extensive trail system, and plenty for families to enjoy. Play a round at Lucky Duck mini golf, enjoy a ride on the park’s 26-horse antique carousel, or visit the massive, modern playground.

Details:
Website

Date:
Sept 26, 2026

Location:
Lake Accotink Park ∙ Springfield, VA

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School’s Out Touch-a-Truck

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School’s Out Touch-a-Truck

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‹‹ More Touch-a-Truck Fun

On October 12, 2026, it’s a student holiday for most, and kids of all ages get a special touch-a-truck!

Hosted at McLean Community Center, families are invited to see, touch, and explore a variety of cars, trucks, and more. This outdoor event is free to attend; no registration is required.

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For those who prefer it, there’s even a quiet hour — a calmer window to check out the vehicles before things get loud. Find the times at the link below.

If the weather doesn’t cooperate, check their social media pages for updates (Facebook link below).

Details:
Website ∙ Facebook

Date:
Oct 12, 2026 ∙ 9 am-12 pm

Location:
McLean Community Center ∙ McLean, VA

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Monster Jam Freestyle Mania

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Monster Jam Freestyle Mania

‹‹ More Live Shows for Kids

We’ve all heard of Monster Jam, but do you really know what it is?

Think: a live performance, but instead of a traditional stage, you have a huge, dirt-filled arena. Instead of actors, you have a cast of jacked-up trucks that are all approximately 10.5 feet tall, 17 feet long, and weigh 12,000 pounds!

This live-action performance, from January 30-31, 2027, at Capital One Arena, features world champion athletes and their monster trucks tearing up the dirt in wide-open competitions of speed and skill — including the most recognizable trucks in the world, like the legendary Grave Digger and the snarling El Toro Loco.

New this year: Monster Jam Freestyle Mania! Monster Jam trucks team up with Freestyle Motocross bikes to deliver gravity-defying skills and thrills. One-of-a-kind FMX bikes — each with the bold, iconic look of favorite trucks like Grave Digger, El Toro Loco, and Sparkle Smash — join the epic team competition. Cheer for your favorite team as they pull off stunts you’ve never seen before!

Plus, have you heard of Monster Jam’s Pit Party? With an additional purchase, you can see the massive trucks up close, meet your favorite drivers and crews, get autographs, take pictures, and enjoy other family-friendly fun! It’s an unforgettable part of the Monster Jam experience, where unique connections are made, and lifelong fans are born.

Details:
Website ∙ Tickets

Dates:
Jan 30-31, 2027

Location:
Capital One Arena ∙ Washington, DC

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