Compiled by the Fairfax County Park Authority staff. Whether you’re a nature photographer or simply an animal lover, winter is a great time to spot wildlife in county parks. With the leaves down, birds and animals are easier to see, and some migrating species only call Fairfax County home during the…
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Ok people. We're entering a new year, a new decade, and a new mindset. It's time to get out there and see everything there is to see. Lucky for you, here in Fairfax County there are a lot of fun new adventures to be had that weren't around just one short year ago. So get your to-do list out, and see…
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New decade, new year, new month. What does January have in store for you? Between federal holidays, new year celebrations, annual restaurant weeks, and special winter activities, Fairfax County fun continues in January 2020 with even more activities and events! From things to do this weekend all the…
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The year – and decade – may be coming to a close, but we wanted to leave you with some fun and festive cocktails to celebrate with on New Year's Eve (or any time of year, really!). Several local Fairfax County mixologists and bartenders have selected some of their favorite holiday cocktail recipes…
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I can’t remember the first concert I ever attended at the celebrated Filene Center, presented by Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts. But I remember my first concert at The Barns at Wolf Trap in clear detail. The group was Eddie From Ohio. From the outrageous acoustics to the warm, intimate…
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This is part 4 of our guest blog series exploring Fairfax County’s craft brew scene. Read part 1 here and read part 2 here and read part 3 here. We wrap up our tour of Fairfax County’s incredible craft brewing scene with a visit this month to Settle Down Easy Brewing Company in Merrifield and Fair…
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This year Hanukkah begins on December 22nd and ends on December 30th. And you'll find plenty of events celebrating the holiday in Fairfax County and throughout the Capital Region. For many English speakers (such as myself), you might find yourself a bit confused over the spelling of this holiday's…
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Out of oodles of holiday traditions associated with this time of year, none may be as beloved as loading the family into the car in search of the best neighborhood light displays and shows. There are even entire network reality shows dedicated to the tradition – in fact, one Fairfax County couple…
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Tysons Corner shopping is known for some of the best shopping on the East Coast of the United States, but with renown like that, checking off your holiday shopping list can be overwhelming. Fear not, holiday shoppers! Here are 6 tips to help you navigate all the holiday goodness that Tysons Corner…
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It's that time of year where Santa pays an early visit to all the boys and girls of the world and sees who has been naughty and who has been nice before he returns to the North Pole to make final preparations for his Christmas Eve trek. But where can you catch a glimpse of the jolly old elf to give…
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