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No Tricks, Just Treats in Historic Leesburg

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No Tricks, Just Treats in Historic Leesburg

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Downtown Leesburg Halloween Trick-or-Treat
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Costume up and head to historic downtown Leesburg!

On October 25, 2026, more than 50 shops and businesses will hand out treats to trick-or-treaters with stops throughout historic downtown, along South King Street from Market to Loudoun Streets.

This free, daytime event is fun for all ages, especially little ones with early bedtimes! Bring a treat bag and explore the shops, restaurants, and businesses that make downtown Leesburg so special!

Details:
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Date:
Oct 25, 2026

Location:
Historic Downtown ∙ 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.

A Playground with a Purpose & Plenty of Fun!

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A Playground with a Purpose & Plenty of Fun!

By DullesMoms, Oct 2026

Big slides, exciting challenges, and sandy adventures await!

You’re invited to visit Douglass Community Center’s playground and Douglass Dunes — the center’s outdoor sand play area in Leesburg.

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Playground
Renovated in 2023, this award-winning playground features one-of-a-kind replicas and hands-on elements that honor African Americans’ global impact and contributions. Its centerpiece, the Hall of Heroes, draws inspiration from the architecture of the Smithsonian’s National Museum of African American History and Culture in Washington, DC!

The playground has separate zones for younger children (ages 2-5) and older kids (ages 5-12), so toddlers can tackle their own slides, tunnels, and ramps while big kids conquer the towers.

  • Climb the nets strung across a replica of the Edmund Pettus Bridge
  • Explore a replica of the historic Cleveland Avenue bus (a nod to Rosa Parks and breaking barriers)
  • Scale a brick-style climbing wall with a cargo net
  • Race down a multi-story play structure packed with tall, twisty tube slides

Everything sits on a soft, rubber safety surface with ADA-compliant ramps throughout.

Douglass Dunes
Don’t miss Douglass Dunes! This open-air, beach-themed sand pit invites kids to dig, scoop, and build with sand diggers, plastic toys, and sand tables. There’s plenty of seating, shade (natural/umbrellas), and easy access to restrooms. Please note, the sand play area closes at 4 pm on Saturdays and is closed Sundays.

Beyond the playground, families will find basketball/multisport courts with adjustable hoops, a shaded picnic pavilion, paved walking paths, restrooms with changing stations, and free on-site parking. Grown-ups can settle into Adirondack chairs around the playground while the kids play.

Details:
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Location:
Douglass Community Center ∙ 407 E Market St, 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.

DTC Expo & Event Center

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DTC Expo & Event Center

Several events scheduled at this venue have been canceled on very short notice, some just days before opening. These cancellations have seriously impacted organizers, small businesses, and families who planned to attend.

Out of respect for everyone affected, we’re pausing event listings for this venue until we feel confident about scheduling. If you have tickets or a vendor booking, please check directly with the event organizer for the latest updates and refund information.

The Dulles Expo Center in Chantilly, VA, has permanently closed. However, many of its popular shows are moving to the newly opened event space at Dulles Town Center in Sterling, VA!

The DTC Expo & Event Center (also known as the Dulles Town Center Expo), conveniently located in the mall’s former Lord & Taylor, offers 120,000 square feet of flexible space perfect for cultural celebrations, trade shows, consumer fairs, and more.

Previously announced events (please confirm with the organizer before attending):

Past Dulles Expo events included:

  • Anime Fairfax
  • Big Lick Comic Con
  • BrickFair LEGO Fan Expo
  • Capital City Cats All-Breed Cat Show
  • Chantilly Boat Show
  • Collectors’ Showcase of America (CSA) Show
  • EMS Career Expo & Law Enforcement
  • Fairfax Comic Con
  • Grand Retail Show
  • Great American Franchise Expo
  • Greenberg’s Train & Toy Show
  • National Franchise Show
  • Pakistan Lifestyle Expo
  • Spirit Fest: Metaphysical, Holistic, & Crystal Expo
  • Stamp & Scrapbook Expo
  • Summer Euphoria
  • Super Pet Expo
  • Supernova: Super Smash Bros
  • Tattoo Arts Festival
  • Ultimate RV Show
  • World Oddities Expo

Looking for the calendar, schedule, or upcoming events you might have found at the Dulles Expo Center in Chantilly, VA? 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.

Indoor Play in Loudoun County

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Indoor Play in Loudoun County

‹‹ More Indoor Play Fun

You’re invited to visit your favorite indoor play spot — or discover a new destination — and have fun and make memories in Loudoun County!

Exploring beyond Loudoun? Check out our Fairfax County indoor play guide or our full Northern Virginia indoor play guide.

ASHBURN, VA
CHANTILLY, VA
LEESBURG, VA
STERLING, VA

Looking for #IndoorPlay? 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 Oct 27, 2026

Live @ Jiffy Lube Live

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Live @ Jiffy Lube Live

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Jiffy Lube Live

Jiffy Lube Live invites you to enjoy a live outdoor performance at their 25,000-seat amphitheater in Prince William County!

Details:
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Location:
Jiffy Lube Live ∙ Bristow, VA

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Ice Skate @ The Sculpture Garden

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Ice Skate @ The Sculpture Garden

This winter, lace up and take a spin on the ice beneath the grand architecture of national museums and monuments at the National Gallery of Art’s seasonal ice rink in the Sculpture Garden!

Open November 23-March 7, 2027 (weather permitting), the outdoor rink is ringed by large-scale sculptures, making it a picture-perfect spot for magical winter memories. Don’t have ice skates? No worries — rentals are on hand so everyone can enjoy the fresh air and fun. Plus, free lockers are offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

Want to build confidence on the ice? Washington Elite Skating School offers group and private skating lessons for all ages and abilities, plus weekday group packages for birthday parties, schools, and other private groups.

Purchase admission in person (space permitting) or online; the rink closes for rain and extreme temperatures, so call ahead to confirm it’s open before you head out.

Details:
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Dates:
Nov 23-Mar 7, 2027

Location:
The Sculpture Garden ∙ Washington, DC

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Smithsonian Sleepovers

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Smithsonian Sleepovers

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When the crowds leave and the doors close, some of the world’s most popular museums become your child’s nighttime playground!

From presidential dreams to prehistoric scenes, Smithsonian Sleepovers transform learning into an all-night adventure. Designed for kids 8-14 and their adult chaperones, each overnight turns the galleries into a giant game board.

Two museums, two very different experiences:

American History Museum
Celebrate the country’s 250th birthday with an all-American road trip through the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History!

2026 sleepover dates:

  • May 15, 2026
  • June 6, 2026
  • July 10, 2026
  • July 24, 2026 ∙ Girl Scouts Only
  • Aug 5, 2026 ∙ Late Night, No Overnight

Families unfold a map, start the engine, and follow the road through the museum’s galleries. Along the way, step into the exhibit Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness, play I-Spy and the license plate game, and stop to test your knowledge. And yes, kids can even run for president — all part of a memorable overnight adventure! Learn more and register.

Natural History Museum
Dive into Earth’s wonders and uncover the stories of the natural world at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of Natural History!

2026 sleepover dates:

  • July 18, 2026
  • July 31, 2026
  • Aug 14, 2026

Wander through Fossil Hall as towering dinosaurs cast giant shadows, then explore Earth’s past and dive into the ocean’s aquatic wonders. Along the way, kids visit pollinators, tiptoe past mysterious mammals, and get hands-on with interactive games, challenges, and crafts. Then it’s time to learn how to eat like a T. rex in the Game of Survival! Learn more and register.

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Live @ EagleBank Arena

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Live @ EagleBank Arena

Located on George Mason University’s Fairfax campus, EagleBank Arena—known to longtime locals as the Patriot Center—has been a Northern Virginia go-to for big-ticket entertainment since 1985.

The 10,000-seat arena hosts everything from chart-topping concerts and Mason basketball games to family favorites like Disney on Ice, the Harlem Globetrotters, and more.

THESE EVENTS HAVE PASSED

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Herndon Holiday Arts & Crafts Show

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Herndon Holiday Arts & Crafts Show

‹‹ More Holiday Markets

Skip the crowded malls and shop small this season!

On December 6, 2026, the Herndon Community Center will transform into the Holiday Arts & Crafts Show, featuring more than 70 talented artisans and craftspeople. Discover one-of-a-kind creations, including handcrafted gifts, festive decor, jewelry, artwork, and home goods — plus seasonal treats to take home.

Whether you’re checking off your holiday shopping list or hunting for something special, this annual show is a relaxed way to support local artisans and small businesses in the heart of Herndon. Admission and parking are free!

Details:
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Date:
Dec 6, 2026

Location:
Herndon Community Center ∙ Herndon, 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.

Drop-In Childcare @ FCPA Rec Centers

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Drop-In Childcare @ FCPA Rec Centers

By DullesMoms, October 2026

Squeeze in a workout while the kids play!

Drop-in childcare at three Fairfax County Park Authority Recreation Centers gives parents a little me-time while using the gym or facilities. Dedicated staff keeps kids busy with activities, games, and crafts that get them moving, playing, and making new friends.

Locations include:

Feel good knowing your kids are safe, too. All staff members are CPR- and first-aid certified (and pass a background check) before being hired. Even better, you get a pager, so staff can easily reach you if needed.

Check-in is easy! Just return a completed information form to the childcare staff at your Recreation Center. Space is limited and first-come, first-served; kids can stay up to two hours, and parents stay inside the building the whole time.

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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.

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