Spring and summer are two of the best seasons around the DMV, not only for the incredible lineup of festivals, events, and fairs, but also for the exciting return of outdoor sports. This year brings back some local family favorites along with a few professional teams to keep on your radar. Here are…
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Bike riding is a heart-pumping way to get to know any destination you visit and Fairfax County's endless trails - both paved and unpaved, steep and flat, kid-friendly and expert-level are ready for your wheels to traverse. Here is a selection of the best trails for your next outdoor getaway, no…
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Warm weather calls for outdoor activities to absorb the sun's good juju. Spring into hiking, stroll through spectacular gardens, marvel at nature's wonders in local parks or ... consider connecting with our furriest local residents. While these furry companions do not have much to say back, they…
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Updated for 2026 Rainy days in Fairfax County, Virginia don't have to be a dreary affair! There are plenty of exciting activities to keep you entertained while staying cozy and dry indoors. From discovering the latest exhibits at local museums to sipping on a warm beverage while indulging in your…
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The sun is shining, the temperature is rising, and winter landscapes are transforming into green grass and wildflower-speckled fields. Spring has officially landed in Fairfax County, and with it comes a wide array of fun and exciting things to do this April. Petal-peeping, nature walks, live music…
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Each year, a million-plus people make the exodus to Washington, DC’s Tidal Basin area to catch the cherry blossoms during their short blooming window. Because they flower at different times every year (roughly the last week of March to mid-April) and peak bloom only lasts a few days…
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updated 2026 Bloom, baby bloom! It's BACK: The annual National Cherry Blossom Festival is a beloved annual tradition in the Capital Region that commemorates the gift of 3,000 cherry trees from Tokyo to the United States in 1912. However, the festival's fun has expanded beyond the National Mall to be…
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Visit any major city in the US and it could cost you $30 per person just to visit their art museum. Visit Washington, DC, however, and you can tour major art galleries, all the Smithsonian museums, and the city’s iconic monuments for free. It’s a little-known, but budget-friendly, fact. And get…
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When people hear the word “café,” a local neighborhood coffee shop or a Starbucks may come to mind. And while Fairfax County is home to an incredible array of coffee shop cafes, including some great international ones, several unique, more “niche” cafes have popped up that are worth exploring. From…
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Taxation without representation. Denial of fair trials by a jury of peers. Restricted trade, forcing higher prices. An inability to expand westward into the New World. Obstructing laws that would enable self-governance. By 1765, colonists had had enough of King George and the way he ruled over the…
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