Parking: Park for free at City Hall, City of Fairfax Regional Library, or East Street parking lot, to name a few.
Space: Outdoors
Voted one of the top three markets in Virginia by Virginia Living Magazine, the Fairfax Farmers Market offers around 40 vendors for locals to enjoy. Once you’ve secured your goodies at the market, take a seat at one of the many picnic tables.
Located in Mason District Park, this farmers market offers more than just fresh, delicious food — you can also check out music and local community organizations.
Arlington County Fair | 5 p.m. | Thomas Jefferson Community Center, Arlington | Free | We can already hear it — arcade bells, screams from the rides, live music, and everything in between.
Crabfest | 7-9 p.m. | Slater Run Vineyards, Upperville | $95 | Support the Churches of the Upperville Outreach Program and enjoy an all-you-can-eat crab buffet.
Saturday, Aug. 16
Make Your Own Flower Candles Workshop | 11 a.m.-1 p.m. | Shop Made in VA, Alexandria | $65 | Create your own candle that resembles flowers to wow future guests who visit your home.
Sunday, Aug. 17
Honey, Beer, + Bacon Festival | 12-5 p.m. | Settle Down Easy Brewing Co., Falls Church | $7 | This brewery is teaming up with Chalkboard Wings + BBQ to serve up a delicious lineup of craft drinks and dishes you won’t want to miss.
Arlington residents can now apply for e-bike vouchers worth $600–$1,650. Around 250 vouchers will be awarded by random selection. Applications are open now through Thursday, Aug. 28. Are you looking for a new ride? (ARLnow)
Opening
Roggenart Bakery Café + Bistro opens its new RTC West location on Thursday, Aug. 21, at 10:30 a.m. Enjoy free coffee and pastry samples, catch the ribbon-cutting ceremony, and see what may be the largest croissant in Virginia. (FFXnow)
Family
Mamistad is an organization that provides support and resources for soon-to-be or first-time moms in some cities across the US, including the NOVA, DC, and Maryland area. If you’re a new member, join the next New Member Zoomtoday, Aug. 14, at 7 p.m.
Eat
Tacos and tequila? Now we’re talking. Head to the Tequila + Taco Festival this Saturday, Aug. 16, in Old Town Manassas, hosted by Mariachis Tequileria & Restaurant. Enjoy tequila tastings, tacos, live music (plus a DJ), and even a mechanical bull.
Festival
Craving global flavors without leaving town? Head to the Around the World Cultural Food Festival on Saturday, Aug. 23, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. at Oronoco Bay Park, Old Town Alexandria. Enjoy international cuisine, culture, and entertainment — all in one place.
Plan Ahead
Don’t miss Taste of NOVA on Oct. 11-12 at the National Museum of the US Army, Fort Belvoir. Single-day and two-day passes available. Early bird tickets are almost gone — grab yours now and get ready to eat your way through Northern Virginia’s best flavors.
Biz
Falafel Inc. is bringing its popular eats to Crystal City, opening soon at 500 23rd St. S. on Restaurant Row. Get ready for favorites like shawarma and falafel wraps. Stay tuned for the official opening date. (ARLnow)
Beauty
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