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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

December Events in Northern Virginia and Holiday Festivals Near DC

The Alexandria Christmas tree at Market Square

2022 December events bring holiday lights, festive photos, Christmas markets, and holiday festivals to Northern Virginia for a month of fun. Special outdoor activities at area parks and historic sites … Read more

10 Great Festive Christmas Towns Near Washington DC

Alexandria Virginia, One of the Best Christmas Towns Near Washington DC

The 10 most festive Christmas towns near Washington DC add sparkle to the season with holiday lights, parades, festivals, and fun activities for every age. Many destinations host special events, … Read more

Santa Photos and Holidays at the Mall in Northern Virginia

Santa's Flight Academy at Fair Oaks Mall

Enjoy holiday shopping and capture perfect Santa photos at Northern Virginia shopping centers with sparkly trees and special deals to brighten the season. We’ve rounded up the details from Northern … Read more

10 Great Things to Do on Thanksgiving Weekend in Northern VA

Reston Town Center Holidays Are Here Parade float

Looking for fun things to do this Thanksgiving Weekend in Northern Virginia? Happily, there are lots of great options to choose from. Here are 10 of the best Thanksgiving Weekend … Read more

ICE National Harbor and Christmas on the Potomac, Gaylord Resort

Kida and adults can try the Ice slides at ICE! 2022 A Christmas Story

ICE National Harbor and Christmas on the Potomac return to Gaylord Resort in 2022 with fantastic ice sculptures, a spectacular light show, and holiday fun for the Washington DC region. … Read more

Holiday Lights in the Northern Virginia DC Area 2022

Holiday Favorites Include Neighborhood Displays Like This One at 12708 Ketterring Drive in Herndon

Discover the best holiday lights in Northern Virginia and the Washington DC area including more than 20 holiday light shows in Virginia, Maryland, and DC. We’ve also listed fantastic Christmas … Read more

Festive Holiday Markets in Northern Virginia and Washington DC

Holiday Markets in Northern Virginia and DC are great places to shop local.

Holiday markets in Northern Virginia and the Washington DC region are a fun and festive way to shop for local gifts while celebrating the Christmas season. Arts and Crafts shows … Read more

12 Holiday Favorites and Festivals from Northern Virginia Experts

Christmas in Middleburg photo by Jay Hubbard

2022 Holiday Favorites in Northern Virginia include the best holiday light displays and celebrations, plus visits with Santa and fun ways to kick off the new year. Most of our … Read more

Meadowlark Gardens Winter Walk of Lights Beautiful Holiday Fun

Meadowlark Fairy Garden lights

Meadowlark Gardens Winter Walk of Lights is a beautiful walk-through garden trail decorated with thousands of sparkling lights, perfect for a fun holiday outing in Northern Virginia. The half-mile walk … Read more

Bull Run Festival of Lights Holiday Drive-Through in Northern Virginia

Bull Run Festival of Lights wreath tunnel

The annual Bull Run Festival of Lights holiday drive-through display brings cozy fun back to Northern Virginia. A perennial favorite, the Festival of Lights dazzles with a 2.5-mile drive-through display … Read more

November Events in Northern Virginia and Holiday Festivals Near DC

Fall Foliage Reflected in Lake Thoreau in Reston VA.

2022 November events in Northern Virginia take us from pumpkin patches and fall fun to holiday displays and winter festivals. We’ve rounded up a month of local November events in … 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.

Our 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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