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New NOVA Wild Reston Zoo Opens with Light Show

NOVA Wild Great Migration Light Show at the Reston Zoo in Northern Virginia

The NOVA Wild Reston zoo in Northern Virginia is back with a new name, new management, and the return of favorite animal experiences. Formerly Roer’s Zoofari, the animal park’s popular … Read more

Green Spring Gardens: An Oasis of Beauty and History

Pond at Green Spring Gardens

Green Spring Gardens packs a lot into its 31 acres—demonstration gardens, a horticulture center and library, ponds, and a network of paved and natural paths. Designated a National Historic Site, the … Read more

15 Great Things to Do on Presidents Day Weekend in/near Northern VA

Visiting General George Washington at Mount Vernon one of the best things to do on Presidents Day Weekend in Northern Virginia

Here are 15 of the best presidential events and places to visit during Presidents Day Weekend in Northern VA and nearby. These presidential destinations and events are mostly free and … Read more

Amazing National Air and Space Museum Udvar-Hazy Center in Virginia

View from the catwalk at the Smithsonian Air and Space Stephen F. Udvar-Hazy Center in Northern Virginia.

The amazing National Air and Space Museum Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center in Virginia wows visitors with some of the Smithsonian’s largest and most impressive aircraft. Housed in two giant hangars, … Read more

Beautiful Burke Lake Park Outdoor Fun in Northern Virginia

Fall Foliage at Burke Lake Park in Virginia

Visit beautiful Burke Lake Park in Northern Virginia to hike, bike, paddle, camp, and enjoy family fun at Fairfax County’s largest lake. This Northern Virginia gem is a fun year-round destination with … Read more

8 Great Winter Walks and Hikes in Northern Virginia

Great Falls Park in the snow, one of the nest winter walks and hikes in Northern Virginia

Don’t let cold weather keep you indoors! These 8 great winter walks in Northern Virginia are perfect for a winter hike even when there is a nip in the air. … Read more

Celebrate National Kids to Parks Day in Northern Virginia

Class at Huntley Meadows

The annual National Kids to Parks Day is celebrated with special events at parks across the country. Sponsored by the National Parks Trust, the event encourages kids to appreciate nature and public lands and … Read more

Great Things to Do with Kids in Roanoke VA Blue Ridge

Giant Trains in the Rail Yard at the Virginia Museum of Transportation in Roanoke VA

Planning a family trip to the Roanoke area? Here are fun things to do with kids in Roanoke VA and Virginia’s Blue Ridge that will keep everyone happy and busy … Read more

National Park Free Entrance Days in the United States

Sunset view from the Stony Man Overlook on Skyline Drive

2025 National Park free entrance days offer an extra incentive to visit new and favorite United States parks. On these special days, all National Parks waive admission fees, and many … Read more

Virginia First Day Hikes Start the New Year Right

Burke Lake Park Trail in early spring

Virginia First Day Hikes are a great way to kick off the new year with healthy, family-friendly fun at parks around the state. People all over the country start the … Read more

8 Great DC Area Things to Do on Christmas Day and Week

US Capitol Christmas Tree Washington DC

Here are 8 great things to do on Christmas Day in the Washington DC area including holiday light shows, outdoor adventures, and historic sites. These Christmas week activities fit the … Read more

11 Fun Free Things to Do on a Washington DC Holiday Visit

National Botanic Garden DC Holiday Display of the US Capitol

Annual events bring so many fun and free things to do on a Washington DC holiday visit, for a happy start to winter in the nation’s capital. Many DC holiday … Read more

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Julie McCool is a travel writer and the creator of Fun in Fairfax VA a Northern Virginia travel blog.

Join me, Julie McCool, and explore the best of Northern Virginia parks, hikes, historic sites, restaurants, breweries, wineries, seasonal events, and more. I'm a Northern Virginia local, so you get first-hand tips and accurate information.

My Virginia travel guides are a resource for residents and visitors alike. Go beyond the standard tourist spots and discover fun things to do in Virginia, the Washington DC region, and beyond.

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