Finally! The weather is getting warmer, events are filling the calendars, and everyone 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 from late April through the summer. So put on your shorts, grab your sunscreen, and get ready for rides, food, and fun!
There are lots of different types of festivals like music festivals, street festivals, and farm festivals in the fall but here are several key Fairfax County festivals you won't want to miss this spring and summer as festival season begins in Northern Virginia.
Use this article as a guide to see which festivals are near you today, this week, and this weekend all summer long.
Taste of Vienna
April 25, 2026
I've been going to Taste of Vienna since it began nearly a decade ago and kind of view it as my own personal kickoff to festival season – I look at it as my reward for surviving the cold of winter. My personal challenge: devour as much food as humanly possible like a bear coming out of hibernation. Besides being an awesomely convenient way to sample all the best restaurants in the Town of Vienna, it's also a brilliant way to thank and support the first responders who work for the Vienna Volunteer Fire Department – the organization that hosts the event. Oh, and there's also local wine and beer for purchase. Join Carnegie Diner at Taste of Vienna for its popular OMG 24-Layer Cake Eating Contest. Only one winner will be named!
Carnival at Fair Oaks Mall
May 7 - 25, 2026
Get ready for thrills, treats, and nonstop fun. The carnival is coming to Fair Oaks Mall with its first-ever partnership with Keva Works. Enjoy a vibrant atmosphere filled with rides, classic carnival games, prizes, delicious food, snacks, sweet treats, family-friendly fun, and more!
Taste of Tysons Corner
May 16, 2026
Image courtesy Taste of Tysons Corner
Taste of Tysons Corner is back this year, letting you taste your way through Tysons Corner Center. Taste of Tysons Corner gives you the ability to experience a wide array of food & beverage offerings through food samplings, cooking demos, chef appearances, live music & entertainment, raffles, and more! Sample 40+ bites from Tysons Corner Center eateries and enjoy live music and cooking demonstrations on the plaza. Head over to the Tysons Corner tent to receive a digital "Passport to Delicious: Eatery Guide" to visit every sampling table!
Mount Vernon Spring Wine Festival
May 15 - 17, 2026
Raise a Glass to America 250 while enjoying scenic views of the Potomac while relaxing on the East Lawn of President George Washington’s home at the popular Mount Vernon Spring Wine Festival. A ticket gets you unlimited samples from Virginia’s finest wineries, including Fairfax County’s very own two vineyards. Listen to live music by Island Time, enjoy concessions by the Mount Vernon Inn Restaurant, and get an exclusive peek at the Estate’s Historic Area after hours!
McLean Day
May 15 - 16, 2026
McLean Day is the festival season's perfect first taste of rides, exhibitor booths, entertainment stages, and everything else you'd expect a community festival to be. The large and small ticketed carnival rides will give the kids thrills while the food, music, and exhibitors keep the grown-ups entertained.
Tephra ICA Fine Arts Festival
May 16 - 17, 2026
Image credit Charlotte Geary for Tephra ICA
Lovers of fine arts will rejoice to hear that Tephra Institute of Contemporary Art will be hosting its annual festival at Reston Town Center this May. This year, more than 200 artists will travel from approximately 30 states across the U.S. to showcase their handmade works of art. The festival comprises one-on-one experiences, a special performance by artist Claire Ashley, and an interactive art installation inviting all attendees to contribute to its creation. This year marks the festival's 35th anniversary and to celebrate, there will be a new People's Choice Award in honor of Festival Founder, Judith Forst. Additionally, the festival will recognize American craft traditions as part of the 250th Anniversary of the United States.
Asian Festival on Main
May 17, 2026
The Annual Asian Festival on Main is a one-day, outdoor family event right on Main Street and University Drive in the historic Old Town Fairfax City. It's a celebration that showcases Asian heritage, featuring food, arts and crafts, educational activities, and performances, all while embracing themes of love and diversity.
Viva! Vienna!
May 23 - 25, 2026
Viva! Vienna! is three days full of rides, food, exhibitors, ongoing entertainment, and thousands of revelers. My favorite things to check out at Viva! Vienna! are all the great festival cuisines, those hidden gem items found in the exhibitor booths, and the kid-friendly entertainment which keeps my youngster in the festival mood for hours at a time. I look forward to strolling down Church Street during this event every year – just to take it all in.
Fil-Am Spring Fest 2026
May 30, 2026
Fil-Am Spring Fest 2026 at Fair Oaks Mall is a vibrant Filipino-American cultural festival bringing together the community for a full day of celebration. From authentic Filipino food to cultural dance, live performances, local businesses, family-friendly activities, and more! This event is free, and also serves as a fundraiser to support Filipino communities.
Bull Run Wine Festival
May 30 - 31, 2026
The Bull Run Wine Festival makes its return on May 30 & 31 on the bucolic vineyard property at The Winery at Bull Run. Festival-goers will not only get access to a diverse selection of wines from 16 regional wineries, as well as beer samples from Fairfax County brewery Ono Brewing Co. , but can enjoy daily live music performances, an artisan vendor market, and gourmet offerings from a variety of food trucks. This might be the perfect time to try “Independence,” their new limited-edition signature white wine celebrating America 250.
Songkran Festival and Thai New Year Celebration
May 30, 2026
Get ready for a fun day of flavors and community vibes! The Songkran Festival and Thai New Year Celebration is making a special stop in Annandale this year! Bring your appetite as you explore rows of food vendors serving authentic dishes, Thai cultural performances, community activities, and family-friendly programming.
Taste of Springfield
June 13, 2026
Bust out the stretchy waistband! The Taste of Springfield Festival is a community celebration of good food, exhibitors, performances and LIVE music! This family-friendly
Pride at Mosaic
June 6, 2026
Mosaic's annual Pride Celebration kicks off with a parade, followed by colorful drag performances, live music, family-friendly events, and more.
Stay tuned for more Pride Month events coming soon to Fairfax County!
Fairfax County 4-H Fair and Carnival
July 30 - August 2, 2026
One of summer's most iconic events returns to Frying Pan Farm Park. The Fairfax County 4-H Fair and Carnival brings rides, games, food trucks, educational opportunities, farm demonstrations, and of course, lots of baby animals. This is one summer tradition you won't want to miss!
Be sure to keep checking back for more information as more festivals are constantly being added to our calendar of events! For the full rundown of festivals this summer, click here. Where will you celebrate festival season in #FXVA?
