50 years ago, on July 20, 1969, Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin became the first humans to step foot on the moon. The Washington, DC area is buzzing with activities to celebrate this momentous occasion, from major events downtown to special local park events and more. There are also several places…
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Throughout the summer of 2019, Fairfax County's first permanent “LOVEwork” sign is on tour and is set to travel around to some of our most popular attractions that represent the eclectic visitor experiences found here. We're now on tour stop number 8, and eventually, the sign will find a permanent…
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Throughout the summer of 2019, Fairfax County's first permanent “LOVEwork” sign is on tour and is set to travel around to some of our most popular attractions that represent the eclectic visitor experiences found here. We've had 5 total tour stops already, and eventually, the sign will find a…
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June 6, 2019 marks the 75 th Anniversary of the first day of the Invasion of Normandy, France during World War II. Often referred to as D-Day, it was the largest seaborne invasion in history and laid the foundations of the Allied Forces decisive victory. But did you know that Fairfax County has a…
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Memorial Day around the Capital Region is unique in that it's full of opportunity to remember what the holiday is actually about, but also affords you the opportunity to enjoy the freedoms our American heroes fought so bravely to preserve. You can check out our complete list of Memorial Day events…
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What is it? This year marks the 86th anniversary of Historic Garden Week in Virginia – hosted by the Garden Club of Virginia. For a week in April, more than 150 homeowners throughout the Commonwealth will open their garden gates and doors. Can I find a tour in Fairfax County? This year, Virginia…
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It's what we've longed for since December ... springtime is finally here! Let's celebrate! April is a busy month here in Fairfax County and the best part about it all is the sense of community you feel in each and every event, festival, historic tour and park visit. Come visit and let us show you…
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Part of the spectacle of the National Cherry Blossom Festival includes the thousands of visitors that flock to Washington, DC to see the famous cherry trees along the Tidal Basin. It's definitely a must-see if you don't mind the hustle and bustle, but if you're looking for a more tranquil and…
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Here on vacation? Business? A little bit of both? Even if you’re a resident looking to break cabin fever, Fairfax County always has something to do. With any luck, March will be the start of a greener season. This means more time for Festivals & Special Events , Nature & Parks , and History -- all…
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Did you know that Presidents Day originated as a celebration of George Washington’s birthday? What better way to celebrate this former Fairfax County resident (and the dozens of leaders who have followed in his footsteps) than to dive into some of the presidential history found in the Capital…
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