The return of live music is back in full force in Fairfax County! There are hundreds of upcoming shows happening this summer that are perfect for a fun family outing, a date night, or just a nice way to spend time with friends. And while you can still catch big-ticket performances at renowned…
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Finally! The weather is getting warmer, events are beginning to bounce back, and everyone that has been waiting patiently (or impatiently) for the return of festival season is about to have big ol' smiles back on their faces! Fairfax County has community festivals all around the county starting…
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Throughout Fairfax County, there are intriguing buildings and installations—structures that go beyond the ordinary and beg for your most dramatic poses and filters. You won’t find this tour in any guidebook, however. It is exclusive to our blog. So strap yourself in, set your camera lens to…
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With a fresh new year comes a fresh new perspective – and some pretty incredible things to look forward to here in Fairfax County. Here’s a preview of what’s new in 2022 in Fairfax County. What are you most excited about for the new year? Pick Your Interest: History & Entertainment | Retail & Sports…
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We got to thinking about all the great movies – Oscar nominees and otherwise – that have been filmed in the Commonwealth of Virginia, specifically right here in Fairfax County and the surrounding Northern Virginia region. While this isn’t a full list of movies filmed in Northern Virginia, Fairfax…
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These days, music is at our fingertips – and in our earbuds, our smartphones, our computers, our cars, you name it. But there’s something magical about taking the time to hold a record in your hands, listen to it spin on a turntable, and feel the melody surround your soul. Northern Virginia has a…
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The Ox Road (Route 123) corridor running from Fairfax Station to Pohick Bay can sometimes be overlooked as a commuter community or military neighborhood due to its proximity to Fort Belvoir and access to Interstate 95. And when you travel south through Fairfax County, you do start to see more trees…
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Did you know that taking frequent walks and hiking can boost your immune system, strengthen your heart, improve your mood, extend your lifespan, and even improve your balance? So it pretty much gives you superpowers. And while of course you can take a walk around your block and see what the…
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Oh, Wolf Trap. You're celebrating your 50th anniversary and what else can we say except we love you! Having the only national park dedicated solely to the performing arts right here in Fairfax County is something that we brag about all the time. But the cool thing is, we don't even have to brag…
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**Updated with new performances as of June 15! It’s been a long, difficult year (and then some) without live music on the beloved Wolf Trap stage. But it’s finally time to dust off your dancing shoes, break out the picnic baskets, and embrace your inner pop star because Wolf Trap Foundation for the…
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