At the free Smithsonian’s National Air and Space Museum Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center in Chantilly, VA, aviation buffs, NASA fans, and those who love letting their inner child take flight can spend hours exploring and learning about the over 3,000 air and space artifacts on display in this unique…
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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 2023 in Fairfax County. What are you most excited about for the new year? Pick Your Interest: Transportation | History & Science |…
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It's official - winter is finally here in Northern Virginia! Sledding is a classic winter activity that's both festive and fun for the entire family. Dust off your sleds, bundle up, and head to Fairfax County's slopes for a thrill ride and some fresh air! After working up an appetite, be sure to…
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Updated for 2022! It's that time of year when Santa pays an early visit to all the boys and girls of the world and sees who has been naughty and who has been nice before he returns to the North Pole to make final preparations for his Christmas Eve trek. But where can you catch a glimpse of the jolly…
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"Two weeks off of school!? What will we do with all that time?!" If this thought has crossed your mind for the upcoming holiday break, you're not alone. Thousands of parents everywhere are wondering how they'll keep their families entertained during winter break. Luckily, Fairfax County's a…
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“Safari” (definition: Journey or Expedition). It sounds exotic and wild to have a Safari, but what if you could have a great outdoor adventure in nature less than 25 miles from Washington D.C. in Northern Virginia? There is exciting winter wildlife as well as wildlife adventures in the summer…
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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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Picnic season is officially upon us in Fairfax County! While we have plenty of award-winning restaurants for outdoor dining, there's something delightfully nostalgic about a picnic in the park - no reservation needed. Luckily, our region is brimming with plenty of large green spaces to sprawl out…
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These Fairfax County mini golf courses are perfect for the whole family with a variety of themes, lengths, and skill levels for everyone. What are you waiting fore ? Visit one of these Fairfax County mini golf courses for a little friendly competition. NEW! Perch Putt Image courtesy Capital One…
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So you’ve brought your teen to Northern Virginia. Now what? The good news is there are a plethora of things to do that BOTH you and your teen will enjoy (though maybe for different reasons.) Better yet, most of them have interactive or educational aspects that will make you feel like a very…
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