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Ali Morris
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Ali Morris

Other than her native Philadelphia, there may be no other place in America that Ali loves talking about more than Fairfax County, Virginia. Go ahead, ask her about things to do in the area! At Visit Fairfax, she manages content and communications. When not advocating for tourism or traveling the world, you can usually find her at a local brewery or coffee shop, taking her sweet pup for a hike in the woods, spending time with her husband and young daughter, or chatting about the latest pop culture craze.

The Best Coffee in Fairfax County: 24 Best Coffee Shops

There are dozens of places to get your caffeine fix in Northern Virginia, from locally-owned coffee shops to hip and modern coffee houses to quaint mom-and-pop cafés to popular national chains. There are even several shops that roast their coffee beans right on-site! Warm up with a delicious cup of…

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Don't Miss These Oktoberfest Festivals Happening This Year

Updated for 2023 "Willkommen zum Oktoberfest!" That's German for "Welcome to Oktoberfest!" And lucky for you, you won't need to travel abroad to celebrate the turn of the season with a fresh, cold, German beer. Here in Fairfax County, there are plenty of special craft beer festivals and events…

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Best Fall Festivals for 2023

Fall is one of the most exciting times of the year here in Fairfax County. Between crisper weather (prime for exploring local trails) and looking forward to the holiday season (up first: Halloween!), this area knows how to kick off the festival season. Here's a sneak peek at some of the best fall…

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Just Announced: The Barns at Wolf Trap 2023-2024 Season

Fall comes bearing crisp weather, fall festivals, and pumpkin fever, but one precursor to autumn that we love around here is Wolf Trap's season announcement for its smaller, historic venue, The Barns. The popular local venue just released its first set of shows for the 2023-2024 season and the…

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Things to Do this August in Fairfax County

Summer may be on the downswing, but you wouldn't know that looking at Fairfax County's event calendar. Before school is back in session and the warm weather turns crisp, check out some of the reasons that August is a prime time for visiting and exploring Fairfax County. 1. Holidays and Month-Long…

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14+ Best Ice Cream Places in Fairfax County, VA

It's never a bad time for a scoop (or two!) of pure joy. We've rounded up some of the most crave-worthy spots in all of Northern Virginia where you can get your scoop on. With an international flair ... SnoCream Company SnoCream Company, found at The Block in Annandale, offers a…

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Best Water Splash Pads and Spray Grounds for Kids in #FXVA

It's summer, and it’s hot out. And the kids (even the teens) are bouncing off the walls. Where can you take them that will cool them down AND let them burn off that dizzying energy? Fairfax County is home to five full-size waterparks, but did you know there are countless other spray grounds and…

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Where to Watch Independence Day Fireworks in the DC Area

Updated for 2023 Nobody does Independence Day better than the National Capital Region. It's more than just the fireworks, concert, and parade on the National Mall, though. Between our community parades and celebrations, early fireworks shows, and the Smithsonian Folklife Festival, the Capital…

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