Ahhhhhh, the great American road trip. It's a rite of passage for every family to pack the bags, get in the car, and go see that special something that you can't find at home. And autumn 2021 brings with it a new opportunity to get out and see something new. Fall Foliage Viewing…
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Scenic. Convenient. Hassle-free (relatively). The George Washington Memorial Parkway (GWMP) is, hands down, one of the best drives in Northern Virginia. You don’t even need a destination. It IS the destination—especially in fall when the leaves turn brilliant colors against the backdrop of limestone…
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Camping in Northern Virginia may offer one of the best ways of distancing yourself from the hustle and bustle of the nearby city life. And in this day and age, surrounding yourself with nature’s bounty can have a multitude of health benefits. Fairfax County has several great options for camping and…
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Looking for a safe and family-friendly way to celebrate the spooky season of Halloween? Buckle up and head on out to some of the best home haunts in Fairfax County, where local residents deck out their homes with ghosts, goblins, monsters, and ghouls. Here are a few homes to add to your route, but…
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Each fall in Fairfax County, something special happens. Our natural landscapes become wrapped in gold, red, and orange glory. Our calendars become filled with so many festivals that it's literally impossible to attend them all. Our restaurants and local coffee shops bring out flavors that make you…
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Fall is synonymous with harvest time and there’s no better way to reap the rewards of a prosperous fall bounty than by exploring the area’s vast number of Farmers Markets. Fairfax County Government runs 10 different markets throughout the year, and there are several other independent community-run…
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October is one of the most fun-filled months in Fairfax County, filled to the brim with special events, month-long celebrations, spooky Halloween activities, and absolutely stunning fall foliage drive tours and viewpoints. We don’t blame you if your calendar fills up quicker than a seven-year-old…
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Poof...just like that, summer is behind us and we begin our journey into the best (my personal opinion) season of the year: Fall. And fall brings with it many amazing activities. Finding the best spots to view beautiful foliage, taking lazy scenic drives while admiring a kaleidoscope of autumn hues…
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It's almost the time of year where the leaves turn spectacular shades of red, orange, yellow, and purple - and visitors to Northern Virginia yearn to find the perfect spot to take it all in. While most seek out remote vistas to be totally surrounded by autumn beauty, I'm here to suggest to you that…
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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. Burke Lake Park Mini Golf Burke Lake may be…
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