Fiber & Identity: The Maker’s Voice is the an exhibition presented by the Potomac Fiber Arts Guild in partnership with the Workhouse Arts Center Lorton, Virginia as part of Handwork 2026. This exhibit invites the guild members to explore how fiber art reflects personal narrative, heritage, and creative perspective. Featuring works that range from traditional techniques […]...

artoberVA Offer: Mention “Artober” when you visit the Craft Gallery of Artisans United between October 1 and 31 and receive a 5% discount on your purchase. Only one discount can be used on a purchase. The Craft Gallery is located at 4022 Hummer Road, Annandale VA. The hours are 10:00 to 4:00 Tuesdays through Saturdays […]...

Squill Calligraphy Studio brings beauty to life with classic calligraphy and lush watercolors. A cornerstone of the studio is protecting resources and the natural beauty around us. Printed products are either on renewable 100% cotton paper or recycled paper, when possible. artoberVA Offer: 50% off all pre-printed cards, gift tags, and bookmarks using the code […]...

Community Makers Foundation brings people together through hands-on creativity, upcycled art, and collaborative community projects. Join us at our free monthly Community Makers Night in Springfield, VA. A free monthly creative gathering where neighbors come together to make art, meet new people, and contribute to projects that make a positive impact in our community. Held […]...

ArTeA Shop in McLean offers contemporary desserts and freshly steeped organic whole leaf tea with customizable sugar levels and boba cooked daily. artoberVA Offer: ArTeA TeaShop has dedicated a mini pumpkin spice mousse cake in celebration of artoberVA available through October 23....

McLean Project for the Arts to Debut Fall Solo Exhibitions September 17 at Berlage Center for Arts & EducationExhibits include works by Freya Grand, Ian Husting, and Sally Veach McLean Project for the Arts (MPA) will open its 2026 Fall Solo Exhibitions on September 17, 2026 with a 7pm Opening Exhibition Reception at the new Berlage […]...

Spooky Action Theatre and Solas Nua partner on a new play ‘Hakawati /hakəˈwɑːti/. Noun: Storyteller; from the Arabic terms “hekaye” meaning story and “haki” meaning to talk. A tyrant avenges his wife’s infidelity by wedding, bedding and beheading a new bride every day. Years later, only five brides-in-waiting remain. These women are unapologetic, and united in […]...

Fall into the arts this October with The Bold Bakery, a local bakery in Chantilly, VA, and an ArtsFairfax artoberVA culinary arts partner! artoberVA Offer: Take 10% off purchases over $10 with the code ART26...

Liz Edelson Design is a graphic design studio based in the Washington, D.C. area providing custom branding, print, and digital design services to socially responsible and impact-oriented businesses. artoberVA Offer: In celebration of artoberVA, take 15% off custom branding, print, and digital design services for arts organizations and nonprofits throughout October. Discount applies to new […]...

Established in December 1986 by Pat Macintyre, The Reston Art Gallery and Studios (RAGS) in Northern Virginia is a privately owned cooperative gallery in the historical part of Reston known as Lake Anne. Nine juried artists work, exhibit, and sell their art at RAGS, including owner Pat Macintyre and full-time artists Rosemarie Forsythe, Julia Malakoff, […]...

A U.S. Premiere comedy about grief, friendship, and what happens when one tragedy is eclipsed by another. As two best friends try to make sense of surviving a school shooting, they confront the brutally absurd and deeply human question: who gets to grieve when the world has already moved on? The 2nd Sunday matinee of […]...

Celebrate the beauty of the season with our Fall Art Sale, featuring original landscape paintings inspired by autumn light, color, and atmosphere. Discover timeless works that bring warmth and serenity to any space—available for a limited time. 25% all fall themed art through November 6th. Email TMPaintings@gmail.com or DM at @TinaMaria_official on Instagram for more […]...

Jose Quinonez Art Exhibit at Idylwood Studios to Support Just Neighbors During Hispanic Heritage Month  “Threads of Culture, Threads of Memory” will run September 12–October 14, with 20% of sales benefiting immigration legal services for low-income immigrants, asylees, and refugees.  Local artist Jose Quinonez will exhibit his paintings at Idylwood Studios from September 12 through October 14 in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month. […]...

Fiber & Identity: The Maker’s Voice is the an exhibition presented by the Potomac Fiber Arts Guild in partnership with the Workhouse Arts Center Lorton, Virginia as part of Handwork 2026. This exhibit invites the guild members to explore how fiber art reflects personal narrative, heritage, and creative perspective. Featuring works that range from traditional techniques […]...

artoberVA Offer: Mention “Artober” when you visit the Craft Gallery of Artisans United between October 1 and 31 and receive a 5% discount on your purchase. Only one discount can be used on a purchase. The Craft Gallery is located at 4022 Hummer Road, Annandale VA. The hours are 10:00 to 4:00 Tuesdays through Saturdays […]...

Experience the Art of Prince William next door! 🎨 Whether you’re hunting for the perfect new piece to brighten up your living spaces, to gift someone, or just want to spend a Saturday soaking in some incredible local talent, we’ve got you covered. Come hang out and support the local arts community! 📅 When: Saturday, […]...

Make a small 3-D pumpkin with a stem, which you can display for many years to come. Ages 15 and up. Preregistration required. To register for a class, visit the Craft Gallery of Artisans United, in the Fred M. Packard Center or call 703-941-0202 Classes are held at the Fred M. Packard Center, 4022 Hummer […]...

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month in Fairfax City! Fiesta Fairfax! is a community celebration for Hispanic Heritage Month in Fairfax City featuring cultural performances, music, food, and artisans. Enjoy folkloric dances and live band performances at Old Town Square in the heart of Old Town Fairfax. Savor flavors from Latin American food vendors and learn about […]...

Squill Calligraphy Studio brings beauty to life with classic calligraphy and lush watercolors. A cornerstone of the studio is protecting resources and the natural beauty around us. Printed products are either on renewable 100% cotton paper or recycled paper, when possible. artoberVA Offer: 50% off all pre-printed cards, gift tags, and bookmarks using the code […]...

Community Makers Foundation brings people together through hands-on creativity, upcycled art, and collaborative community projects. Join us at our free monthly Community Makers Night in Springfield, VA. A free monthly creative gathering where neighbors come together to make art, meet new people, and contribute to projects that make a positive impact in our community. Held […]...

ArTeA Shop in McLean offers contemporary desserts and freshly steeped organic whole leaf tea with customizable sugar levels and boba cooked daily. artoberVA Offer: ArTeA TeaShop has dedicated a mini pumpkin spice mousse cake in celebration of artoberVA available through October 23....

Exhibit Dates: October 2 – 31, 2026Opening Reception: Friday, October 2 from 7-9pm Welcome one and all to the Carnival of Curiosities art exhibit at Del Ray Artisans where we’ll explore all things carnival and circus related, from fun foods and silly games to quirky costumes, haunted attractions, terrifying oddities, and magical slights of hand! Step right up! But […]...

McLean Project for the Arts to Debut Fall Solo Exhibitions September 17 at Berlage Center for Arts & EducationExhibits include works by Freya Grand, Ian Husting, and Sally Veach McLean Project for the Arts (MPA) will open its 2026 Fall Solo Exhibitions on September 17, 2026 with a 7pm Opening Exhibition Reception at the new Berlage […]...

Little City Concerts kicks off our fourth season on 10/3 with hiphop artist Christylez Bacon and Chinese guzheng player Qi Yu paired in a musical cross-cultural collaboration. Christylez has themed his show around access in education, and we’re pairing up with the Falls Church Education Foundation’s Family Assistance Fund as our nonprofit partner for this event […]...

Spooky Action Theatre and Solas Nua partner on a new play ‘Hakawati /hakəˈwɑːti/. Noun: Storyteller; from the Arabic terms “hekaye” meaning story and “haki” meaning to talk. A tyrant avenges his wife’s infidelity by wedding, bedding and beheading a new bride every day. Years later, only five brides-in-waiting remain. These women are unapologetic, and united in […]...

Fall into the arts this October with The Bold Bakery, a local bakery in Chantilly, VA, and an ArtsFairfax artoberVA culinary arts partner! artoberVA Offer: Take 10% off purchases over $10 with the code ART26...

Liz Edelson Design is a graphic design studio based in the Washington, D.C. area providing custom branding, print, and digital design services to socially responsible and impact-oriented businesses. artoberVA Offer: In celebration of artoberVA, take 15% off custom branding, print, and digital design services for arts organizations and nonprofits throughout October. Discount applies to new […]...

Established in December 1986 by Pat Macintyre, The Reston Art Gallery and Studios (RAGS) in Northern Virginia is a privately owned cooperative gallery in the historical part of Reston known as Lake Anne. Nine juried artists work, exhibit, and sell their art at RAGS, including owner Pat Macintyre and full-time artists Rosemarie Forsythe, Julia Malakoff, […]...

Since forming in 1971, The Seldom Scene has brought fiery musicianship and soulful invention to original songs, traditional bluegrass and reinterpretations of artists like Merle Haggard and James Taylor. Their adventurous approach helped loosen bluegrass from its straight-ahead roots, expanding the genre’s possibilities while preserving the intimacy, energy and exuberance that have defined their live […]...

A U.S. Premiere comedy about grief, friendship, and what happens when one tragedy is eclipsed by another. As two best friends try to make sense of surviving a school shooting, they confront the brutally absurd and deeply human question: who gets to grieve when the world has already moved on? The 2nd Sunday matinee of […]...

This performance will be ASL interpreted. Jeff Goldblum and the Mildred Snitzer Orchestra headline the 21st annual ARTS by George! in a wickedly entertaining performance you won’t want to miss. ARTS by George! is “an evening like no other,” supporting George Mason University’s College of Visual and Performing Arts (CVPA) student scholarships, the Mason Community Arts Academy, Green […]...

Celebrate the beauty of the season with our Fall Art Sale, featuring original landscape paintings inspired by autumn light, color, and atmosphere. Discover timeless works that bring warmth and serenity to any space—available for a limited time. 25% all fall themed art through November 6th. Email TMPaintings@gmail.com or DM at @TinaMaria_official on Instagram for more […]...

Jose Quinonez Art Exhibit at Idylwood Studios to Support Just Neighbors During Hispanic Heritage Month  “Threads of Culture, Threads of Memory” will run September 12–October 14, with 20% of sales benefiting immigration legal services for low-income immigrants, asylees, and refugees.  Local artist Jose Quinonez will exhibit his paintings at Idylwood Studios from September 12 through October 14 in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month. […]...

Fiber & Identity: The Maker’s Voice is the an exhibition presented by the Potomac Fiber Arts Guild in partnership with the Workhouse Arts Center Lorton, Virginia as part of Handwork 2026. This exhibit invites the guild members to explore how fiber art reflects personal narrative, heritage, and creative perspective. Featuring works that range from traditional techniques […]...

Instructor: Morgan ParrDate/Time: Sunday, October 4, 10am-NoonCost: $15 Child, $25 Del Ray Artisans member, $35 Non-member; Plus $5 Supply FeeClass size: 3-15 participants(Register by September 30) Celebrate the season with playful, hands-on printmaking inspired by the spirit of October. Participants will design and carve soft foam printing plates inspired by folklore creatures, harvest moons, and […]...

artoberVA Offer: Mention “Artober” when you visit the Craft Gallery of Artisans United between October 1 and 31 and receive a 5% discount on your purchase. Only one discount can be used on a purchase. The Craft Gallery is located at 4022 Hummer Road, Annandale VA. The hours are 10:00 to 4:00 Tuesdays through Saturdays […]...

Join us to celebrate the arts in our community! McLean Artfest, formerly MPAartfest, continues its annual tradition, now produced by the McLean Community Center in partnership with McLean Project for the Arts. Located at McLean Central Park, McLean Artfest is a juried festival showcasing over 30 local & regional visual artists from throughout the Mid-Atlantic […]...

Step right up to Community Coalition for Haiti’s second annual cornhole tournament. This is a rain or shine (indoor) event at a new location this year. It will be fun for cornhole players and anyone else who loves food, fun, and fellowship. Sunday October 4th, 2:00-5:00pm at Vienna Presbyterian Church (124 Park Street NE, Vienna […]...

Squill Calligraphy Studio brings beauty to life with classic calligraphy and lush watercolors. A cornerstone of the studio is protecting resources and the natural beauty around us. Printed products are either on renewable 100% cotton paper or recycled paper, when possible. artoberVA Offer: 50% off all pre-printed cards, gift tags, and bookmarks using the code […]...

Community Makers Foundation brings people together through hands-on creativity, upcycled art, and collaborative community projects. Join us at our free monthly Community Makers Night in Springfield, VA. A free monthly creative gathering where neighbors come together to make art, meet new people, and contribute to projects that make a positive impact in our community. Held […]...

U.S. Army Chorus, part of Pershing’s Own, takes the stage on Sunday, October 4, 2026, at 4:00 PM at St. Andrew the Apostle Catholic Church in Clifton, Virginia. This free concert will feature a wonderful mix of patriotic favorites, popular hits, timeless classical selections, and inspiring sacred music. With powerful voices and masterful choral arrangements, […]...

Join us at Immanuel Presbyterian Church (1125 Savile Lane, McLean, VA 22101) on Sunday, October 4 at 5:00pm for a special Blessing of Pets during our informal, come as you are evening service! Our evening service and Blessing of Pets will take place outside (weather permitting), so please bring along a camp chair or blanket […]...

ArTeA Shop in McLean offers contemporary desserts and freshly steeped organic whole leaf tea with customizable sugar levels and boba cooked daily. artoberVA Offer: ArTeA TeaShop has dedicated a mini pumpkin spice mousse cake in celebration of artoberVA available through October 23....

Exhibit Dates: October 2 – 31, 2026Opening Reception: Friday, October 2 from 7-9pm Welcome one and all to the Carnival of Curiosities art exhibit at Del Ray Artisans where we’ll explore all things carnival and circus related, from fun foods and silly games to quirky costumes, haunted attractions, terrifying oddities, and magical slights of hand! Step right up! But […]...

McLean Project for the Arts to Debut Fall Solo Exhibitions September 17 at Berlage Center for Arts & EducationExhibits include works by Freya Grand, Ian Husting, and Sally Veach McLean Project for the Arts (MPA) will open its 2026 Fall Solo Exhibitions on September 17, 2026 with a 7pm Opening Exhibition Reception at the new Berlage […]...

Spooky Action Theatre and Solas Nua partner on a new play ‘Hakawati /hakəˈwɑːti/. Noun: Storyteller; from the Arabic terms “hekaye” meaning story and “haki” meaning to talk. A tyrant avenges his wife’s infidelity by wedding, bedding and beheading a new bride every day. Years later, only five brides-in-waiting remain. These women are unapologetic, and united in […]...

Fall into the arts this October with The Bold Bakery, a local bakery in Chantilly, VA, and an ArtsFairfax artoberVA culinary arts partner! artoberVA Offer: Take 10% off purchases over $10 with the code ART26...

Liz Edelson Design is a graphic design studio based in the Washington, D.C. area providing custom branding, print, and digital design services to socially responsible and impact-oriented businesses. artoberVA Offer: In celebration of artoberVA, take 15% off custom branding, print, and digital design services for arts organizations and nonprofits throughout October. Discount applies to new […]...

Established in December 1986 by Pat Macintyre, The Reston Art Gallery and Studios (RAGS) in Northern Virginia is a privately owned cooperative gallery in the historical part of Reston known as Lake Anne. Nine juried artists work, exhibit, and sell their art at RAGS, including owner Pat Macintyre and full-time artists Rosemarie Forsythe, Julia Malakoff, […]...

A U.S. Premiere comedy about grief, friendship, and what happens when one tragedy is eclipsed by another. As two best friends try to make sense of surviving a school shooting, they confront the brutally absurd and deeply human question: who gets to grieve when the world has already moved on? The 2nd Sunday matinee of […]...

Celebrate the beauty of the season with our Fall Art Sale, featuring original landscape paintings inspired by autumn light, color, and atmosphere. Discover timeless works that bring warmth and serenity to any space—available for a limited time. 25% all fall themed art through November 6th. Email TMPaintings@gmail.com or DM at @TinaMaria_official on Instagram for more […]...

Jose Quinonez Art Exhibit at Idylwood Studios to Support Just Neighbors During Hispanic Heritage Month  “Threads of Culture, Threads of Memory” will run September 12–October 14, with 20% of sales benefiting immigration legal services for low-income immigrants, asylees, and refugees.  Local artist Jose Quinonez will exhibit his paintings at Idylwood Studios from September 12 through October 14 in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month. […]...

Fiber & Identity: The Maker’s Voice is the an exhibition presented by the Potomac Fiber Arts Guild in partnership with the Workhouse Arts Center Lorton, Virginia as part of Handwork 2026. This exhibit invites the guild members to explore how fiber art reflects personal narrative, heritage, and creative perspective. Featuring works that range from traditional techniques […]...

artoberVA Offer: Mention “Artober” when you visit the Craft Gallery of Artisans United between October 1 and 31 and receive a 5% discount on your purchase. Only one discount can be used on a purchase. The Craft Gallery is located at 4022 Hummer Road, Annandale VA. The hours are 10:00 to 4:00 Tuesdays through Saturdays […]...

Experience captivating films that move you, transporting your imagination to new worlds from the comfort of The Leila Gordon Theatre.   A construction worker in a strained relationship finds solace in a local community theatre’s “Romeo and Juliet” and the lines between life and the tragic story begin to blur. (2024, R)  For more information about […]...

Held one Monday afternoon per month and one Tuesday evening per month Need support reaching your art related goals? Join this collegial group of artists to share your goals and get feedback on artwork. Meetings include discussions on exhibit opportunities, the creative process and the local art scene. Artist can bring 1-3 works – complete […]...

Squill Calligraphy Studio brings beauty to life with classic calligraphy and lush watercolors. A cornerstone of the studio is protecting resources and the natural beauty around us. Printed products are either on renewable 100% cotton paper or recycled paper, when possible. artoberVA Offer: 50% off all pre-printed cards, gift tags, and bookmarks using the code […]...

Community Makers Foundation brings people together through hands-on creativity, upcycled art, and collaborative community projects. Join us at our free monthly Community Makers Night in Springfield, VA. A free monthly creative gathering where neighbors come together to make art, meet new people, and contribute to projects that make a positive impact in our community. Held […]...

Instructor: Tracy Wilkerson, recycledworks@yahoo.comDate/Time: Monday, October 5, 6-9pmCost: $40 Del Ray Artisans member / $50 Non-member; plus a $10 Supply FeeClass size: 6-12 participants(Register by October 1) Learn the ins and outs of prepping for and mixing resin, and how to use it as an adhesive, a covering, or the main medium. There’s lots of creative time […]...

ArTeA Shop in McLean offers contemporary desserts and freshly steeped organic whole leaf tea with customizable sugar levels and boba cooked daily. artoberVA Offer: ArTeA TeaShop has dedicated a mini pumpkin spice mousse cake in celebration of artoberVA available through October 23....

Exhibit Dates: October 2 – 31, 2026Opening Reception: Friday, October 2 from 7-9pm Welcome one and all to the Carnival of Curiosities art exhibit at Del Ray Artisans where we’ll explore all things carnival and circus related, from fun foods and silly games to quirky costumes, haunted attractions, terrifying oddities, and magical slights of hand! Step right up! But […]...

Join ArtLords director Omaid Sharifi for a night of therapeutic art using the practice of body mapping, where paint and paper help you express what words can’t yet reach—through color, symbol, and story.  ArtLords is an artivist organization that uses public art to turn conflict and trauma into shared expression. $30/session (session is the same both […]...

McLean Project for the Arts to Debut Fall Solo Exhibitions September 17 at Berlage Center for Arts & EducationExhibits include works by Freya Grand, Ian Husting, and Sally Veach McLean Project for the Arts (MPA) will open its 2026 Fall Solo Exhibitions on September 17, 2026 with a 7pm Opening Exhibition Reception at the new Berlage […]...

Spooky Action Theatre and Solas Nua partner on a new play ‘Hakawati /hakəˈwɑːti/. Noun: Storyteller; from the Arabic terms “hekaye” meaning story and “haki” meaning to talk. A tyrant avenges his wife’s infidelity by wedding, bedding and beheading a new bride every day. Years later, only five brides-in-waiting remain. These women are unapologetic, and united in […]...

Fall into the arts this October with The Bold Bakery, a local bakery in Chantilly, VA, and an ArtsFairfax artoberVA culinary arts partner! artoberVA Offer: Take 10% off purchases over $10 with the code ART26...

Liz Edelson Design is a graphic design studio based in the Washington, D.C. area providing custom branding, print, and digital design services to socially responsible and impact-oriented businesses. artoberVA Offer: In celebration of artoberVA, take 15% off custom branding, print, and digital design services for arts organizations and nonprofits throughout October. Discount applies to new […]...

Established in December 1986 by Pat Macintyre, The Reston Art Gallery and Studios (RAGS) in Northern Virginia is a privately owned cooperative gallery in the historical part of Reston known as Lake Anne. Nine juried artists work, exhibit, and sell their art at RAGS, including owner Pat Macintyre and full-time artists Rosemarie Forsythe, Julia Malakoff, […]...

A U.S. Premiere comedy about grief, friendship, and what happens when one tragedy is eclipsed by another. As two best friends try to make sense of surviving a school shooting, they confront the brutally absurd and deeply human question: who gets to grieve when the world has already moved on? The 2nd Sunday matinee of […]...

Celebrate the beauty of the season with our Fall Art Sale, featuring original landscape paintings inspired by autumn light, color, and atmosphere. Discover timeless works that bring warmth and serenity to any space—available for a limited time. 25% all fall themed art through November 6th. Email TMPaintings@gmail.com or DM at @TinaMaria_official on Instagram for more […]...

Jose Quinonez Art Exhibit at Idylwood Studios to Support Just Neighbors During Hispanic Heritage Month  “Threads of Culture, Threads of Memory” will run September 12–October 14, with 20% of sales benefiting immigration legal services for low-income immigrants, asylees, and refugees.  Local artist Jose Quinonez will exhibit his paintings at Idylwood Studios from September 12 through October 14 in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month. […]...

Fiber & Identity: The Maker’s Voice is the an exhibition presented by the Potomac Fiber Arts Guild in partnership with the Workhouse Arts Center Lorton, Virginia as part of Handwork 2026. This exhibit invites the guild members to explore how fiber art reflects personal narrative, heritage, and creative perspective. Featuring works that range from traditional techniques […]...

103F/103Z Music Sampler OLLI at George Mason University presents Music Samplers from September through November. This course highlights examples of the musical talent that abounds at GMU. Each week, Knowledgeable and enthusiastic professors from the Dewberry School of Music of GMU, often accompanied by their most promising students, will generously share their musical gifts in […]...

artoberVA Offer: Mention “Artober” when you visit the Craft Gallery of Artisans United between October 1 and 31 and receive a 5% discount on your purchase. Only one discount can be used on a purchase. The Craft Gallery is located at 4022 Hummer Road, Annandale VA. The hours are 10:00 to 4:00 Tuesdays through Saturdays […]...

Squill Calligraphy Studio brings beauty to life with classic calligraphy and lush watercolors. A cornerstone of the studio is protecting resources and the natural beauty around us. Printed products are either on renewable 100% cotton paper or recycled paper, when possible. artoberVA Offer: 50% off all pre-printed cards, gift tags, and bookmarks using the code […]...

Community Makers Foundation brings people together through hands-on creativity, upcycled art, and collaborative community projects. Join us at our free monthly Community Makers Night in Springfield, VA. A free monthly creative gathering where neighbors come together to make art, meet new people, and contribute to projects that make a positive impact in our community. Held […]...

ArTeA Shop in McLean offers contemporary desserts and freshly steeped organic whole leaf tea with customizable sugar levels and boba cooked daily. artoberVA Offer: ArTeA TeaShop has dedicated a mini pumpkin spice mousse cake in celebration of artoberVA available through October 23....

Looking for a chance to hone your figure drawing skills? Del Ray Artisans offers a range of open life drawing sessions for just this purpose. Both nude and clothed models are featured. (Models will be nude unless otherwise noted.) These sessions operate on a drop-in basis so there is no need to register in advance. […]...

Exhibit Dates: October 2 – 31, 2026Opening Reception: Friday, October 2 from 7-9pm Welcome one and all to the Carnival of Curiosities art exhibit at Del Ray Artisans where we’ll explore all things carnival and circus related, from fun foods and silly games to quirky costumes, haunted attractions, terrifying oddities, and magical slights of hand! Step right up! But […]...

Remember when you were younger and you hummed and sang all day long and didn’t care what anybody else thought? When did we stop and why? Did you know that humming is actually one of the most healing things you can do for your body? It also helps ease emotional stress. Spend 90 minutes in […]...

McLean Project for the Arts to Debut Fall Solo Exhibitions September 17 at Berlage Center for Arts & EducationExhibits include works by Freya Grand, Ian Husting, and Sally Veach McLean Project for the Arts (MPA) will open its 2026 Fall Solo Exhibitions on September 17, 2026 with a 7pm Opening Exhibition Reception at the new Berlage […]...

Spooky Action Theatre and Solas Nua partner on a new play ‘Hakawati /hakəˈwɑːti/. Noun: Storyteller; from the Arabic terms “hekaye” meaning story and “haki” meaning to talk. A tyrant avenges his wife’s infidelity by wedding, bedding and beheading a new bride every day. Years later, only five brides-in-waiting remain. These women are unapologetic, and united in […]...

Fall into the arts this October with The Bold Bakery, a local bakery in Chantilly, VA, and an ArtsFairfax artoberVA culinary arts partner! artoberVA Offer: Take 10% off purchases over $10 with the code ART26...

Liz Edelson Design is a graphic design studio based in the Washington, D.C. area providing custom branding, print, and digital design services to socially responsible and impact-oriented businesses. artoberVA Offer: In celebration of artoberVA, take 15% off custom branding, print, and digital design services for arts organizations and nonprofits throughout October. Discount applies to new […]...

Established in December 1986 by Pat Macintyre, The Reston Art Gallery and Studios (RAGS) in Northern Virginia is a privately owned cooperative gallery in the historical part of Reston known as Lake Anne. Nine juried artists work, exhibit, and sell their art at RAGS, including owner Pat Macintyre and full-time artists Rosemarie Forsythe, Julia Malakoff, […]...

A U.S. Premiere comedy about grief, friendship, and what happens when one tragedy is eclipsed by another. As two best friends try to make sense of surviving a school shooting, they confront the brutally absurd and deeply human question: who gets to grieve when the world has already moved on? The 2nd Sunday matinee of […]...

Celebrate the beauty of the season with our Fall Art Sale, featuring original landscape paintings inspired by autumn light, color, and atmosphere. Discover timeless works that bring warmth and serenity to any space—available for a limited time. 25% all fall themed art through November 6th. Email TMPaintings@gmail.com or DM at @TinaMaria_official on Instagram for more […]...

Heal through movement and learn the history, culture, basic styles and steps to Palestinian, Lebanese and Iraqi dabke, alongside choreography for performance at our Dabke Social event! We will be teaching 5 weeks of in-depth dabke steps, techniques, choreography and cultural history and significance at $35/per class + performance, starting every Tuesday in October (6, […]...

Jose Quinonez Art Exhibit at Idylwood Studios to Support Just Neighbors During Hispanic Heritage Month  “Threads of Culture, Threads of Memory” will run September 12–October 14, with 20% of sales benefiting immigration legal services for low-income immigrants, asylees, and refugees.  Local artist Jose Quinonez will exhibit his paintings at Idylwood Studios from September 12 through October 14 in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month. […]...

Fiber & Identity: The Maker’s Voice is the an exhibition presented by the Potomac Fiber Arts Guild in partnership with the Workhouse Arts Center Lorton, Virginia as part of Handwork 2026. This exhibit invites the guild members to explore how fiber art reflects personal narrative, heritage, and creative perspective. Featuring works that range from traditional techniques […]...

103F/103Z Music Sampler OLLI at George Mason University presents Music Samplers from September through November. This course highlights examples of the musical talent that abounds at GMU. Each week, Knowledgeable and enthusiastic professors from the Dewberry School of Music of GMU, often accompanied by their most promising students, will generously share their musical gifts in […]...

artoberVA Offer: Mention “Artober” when you visit the Craft Gallery of Artisans United between October 1 and 31 and receive a 5% discount on your purchase. Only one discount can be used on a purchase. The Craft Gallery is located at 4022 Hummer Road, Annandale VA. The hours are 10:00 to 4:00 Tuesdays through Saturdays […]...

Squill Calligraphy Studio brings beauty to life with classic calligraphy and lush watercolors. A cornerstone of the studio is protecting resources and the natural beauty around us. Printed products are either on renewable 100% cotton paper or recycled paper, when possible. artoberVA Offer: 50% off all pre-printed cards, gift tags, and bookmarks using the code […]...

Community Makers Foundation brings people together through hands-on creativity, upcycled art, and collaborative community projects. Join us at our free monthly Community Makers Night in Springfield, VA. A free monthly creative gathering where neighbors come together to make art, meet new people, and contribute to projects that make a positive impact in our community. Held […]...

ArTeA Shop in McLean offers contemporary desserts and freshly steeped organic whole leaf tea with customizable sugar levels and boba cooked daily. artoberVA Offer: ArTeA TeaShop has dedicated a mini pumpkin spice mousse cake in celebration of artoberVA available through October 23....

Exhibit Dates: October 2 – 31, 2026Opening Reception: Friday, October 2 from 7-9pm Welcome one and all to the Carnival of Curiosities art exhibit at Del Ray Artisans where we’ll explore all things carnival and circus related, from fun foods and silly games to quirky costumes, haunted attractions, terrifying oddities, and magical slights of hand! Step right up! But […]...

McLean Project for the Arts to Debut Fall Solo Exhibitions September 17 at Berlage Center for Arts & EducationExhibits include works by Freya Grand, Ian Husting, and Sally Veach McLean Project for the Arts (MPA) will open its 2026 Fall Solo Exhibitions on September 17, 2026 with a 7pm Opening Exhibition Reception at the new Berlage […]...

Spooky Action Theatre and Solas Nua partner on a new play ‘Hakawati /hakəˈwɑːti/. Noun: Storyteller; from the Arabic terms “hekaye” meaning story and “haki” meaning to talk. A tyrant avenges his wife’s infidelity by wedding, bedding and beheading a new bride every day. Years later, only five brides-in-waiting remain. These women are unapologetic, and united in […]...

Fall into the arts this October with The Bold Bakery, a local bakery in Chantilly, VA, and an ArtsFairfax artoberVA culinary arts partner! artoberVA Offer: Take 10% off purchases over $10 with the code ART26...

Liz Edelson Design is a graphic design studio based in the Washington, D.C. area providing custom branding, print, and digital design services to socially responsible and impact-oriented businesses. artoberVA Offer: In celebration of artoberVA, take 15% off custom branding, print, and digital design services for arts organizations and nonprofits throughout October. Discount applies to new […]...

Established in December 1986 by Pat Macintyre, The Reston Art Gallery and Studios (RAGS) in Northern Virginia is a privately owned cooperative gallery in the historical part of Reston known as Lake Anne. Nine juried artists work, exhibit, and sell their art at RAGS, including owner Pat Macintyre and full-time artists Rosemarie Forsythe, Julia Malakoff, […]...

A U.S. Premiere comedy about grief, friendship, and what happens when one tragedy is eclipsed by another. As two best friends try to make sense of surviving a school shooting, they confront the brutally absurd and deeply human question: who gets to grieve when the world has already moved on? The 2nd Sunday matinee of […]...

Celebrate the beauty of the season with our Fall Art Sale, featuring original landscape paintings inspired by autumn light, color, and atmosphere. Discover timeless works that bring warmth and serenity to any space—available for a limited time. 25% all fall themed art through November 6th. Email TMPaintings@gmail.com or DM at @TinaMaria_official on Instagram for more […]...

Heal through movement and learn the history, culture, basic styles and steps to Palestinian, Lebanese and Iraqi dabke, alongside choreography for performance at our Dabke Social event! We will be teaching 5 weeks of in-depth dabke steps, techniques, choreography and cultural history and significance at $35/per class + performance, starting every Tuesday in October (6, […]...

Jose Quinonez Art Exhibit at Idylwood Studios to Support Just Neighbors During Hispanic Heritage Month  “Threads of Culture, Threads of Memory” will run September 12–October 14, with 20% of sales benefiting immigration legal services for low-income immigrants, asylees, and refugees.  Local artist Jose Quinonez will exhibit his paintings at Idylwood Studios from September 12 through October 14 in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month. […]...

Fiber & Identity: The Maker’s Voice is the an exhibition presented by the Potomac Fiber Arts Guild in partnership with the Workhouse Arts Center Lorton, Virginia as part of Handwork 2026. This exhibit invites the guild members to explore how fiber art reflects personal narrative, heritage, and creative perspective. Featuring works that range from traditional techniques […]...

103F/103Z Music Sampler OLLI at George Mason University presents Music Samplers from September through November. This course highlights examples of the musical talent that abounds at GMU. Each week, Knowledgeable and enthusiastic professors from the Dewberry School of Music of GMU, often accompanied by their most promising students, will generously share their musical gifts in […]...

artoberVA Offer: Mention “Artober” when you visit the Craft Gallery of Artisans United between October 1 and 31 and receive a 5% discount on your purchase. Only one discount can be used on a purchase. The Craft Gallery is located at 4022 Hummer Road, Annandale VA. The hours are 10:00 to 4:00 Tuesdays through Saturdays […]...

Chosen by you, our audience! Movies are shown in the original language with English subtitles. Always free, always awesome. Programs subject to change. The Vanishing (1988, Netherlands; directed by George Sluizer)in French and Dutch with English subtitlesThursday, Oct. 8, 1 p.m.Wednesday, Oct. 21, 6:30 p.m. After his girlfriend vanishes during a vacation, a young man’s relentless […]...

Squill Calligraphy Studio brings beauty to life with classic calligraphy and lush watercolors. A cornerstone of the studio is protecting resources and the natural beauty around us. Printed products are either on renewable 100% cotton paper or recycled paper, when possible. artoberVA Offer: 50% off all pre-printed cards, gift tags, and bookmarks using the code […]...

Pianist Mark Irchai will perform masterpieces from his repertoire.  These programs are a joint venture between Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at George Mason University and Reston Community Center. The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at George Mason University offers daytime courses, lectures, special events and other activities year-round. There are no exams, no credits, no college degree required or […]...

Community Makers Foundation brings people together through hands-on creativity, upcycled art, and collaborative community projects. Join us at our free monthly Community Makers Night in Springfield, VA. A free monthly creative gathering where neighbors come together to make art, meet new people, and contribute to projects that make a positive impact in our community. Held […]...

A dazzling new Disney On Ice production is skating into Fairfax, and it’s unlike anything audiences have seen before. Disney On Ice presents Spotlight Magic! invites fans to step into the spotlight and join a glamorous red-carpet celebration packed with never-before-seen performances, chart-topping music, and more than 30 beloved Disney characters – coming to EagleBank Arena from October 8-12, 2026.  Fans will have the chance […]...

ART+WINE+CHEESE Opening Reception Nepenthe artist EVE STOCKTON is back with a new collection of her breathtaking woodcut prints. Eve loves sharing with collectors and admirers that the throughline for her artworks is the moment, in nature, when chemistry becomes biology. Come to Nepenthe tonight to meet Eve, see her latest pieces, and learn exactly what […]...

ArTeA Shop in McLean offers contemporary desserts and freshly steeped organic whole leaf tea with customizable sugar levels and boba cooked daily. artoberVA Offer: ArTeA TeaShop has dedicated a mini pumpkin spice mousse cake in celebration of artoberVA available through October 23....

Exhibit Dates: October 2 – 31, 2026Opening Reception: Friday, October 2 from 7-9pm Welcome one and all to the Carnival of Curiosities art exhibit at Del Ray Artisans where we’ll explore all things carnival and circus related, from fun foods and silly games to quirky costumes, haunted attractions, terrifying oddities, and magical slights of hand! Step right up! But […]...

McLean Project for the Arts to Debut Fall Solo Exhibitions September 17 at Berlage Center for Arts & EducationExhibits include works by Freya Grand, Ian Husting, and Sally Veach McLean Project for the Arts (MPA) will open its 2026 Fall Solo Exhibitions on September 17, 2026 with a 7pm Opening Exhibition Reception at the new Berlage […]...

Betrayal Written by Harold Pinter Directed by Alex Levy October 8 – 25, 2026 Emma, Robert and Jerry have history. As her marriage to Robert comes to an end, Emma reconnects with Jerry, her former lover—and her husband’s best friend—as the action unspools backward in time in an inventive retelling by the Nobel Prize-winning playwright. […]...

Stephen Graham Jones October 8 | 7:30 p.m.Harris Theatre George Mason University In The Buffalo Hunter Hunter, horror icon Stephen Graham Jones unspools an American Indian revenge story told through transcribed interviews of a Blackfeet named Good Stab. His tale unveils a Blackfeet massacre and the haunting, immortal search for justice. Daniel Kraus says, “For […]...

Spooky Action Theatre and Solas Nua partner on a new play ‘Hakawati /hakəˈwɑːti/. Noun: Storyteller; from the Arabic terms “hekaye” meaning story and “haki” meaning to talk. A tyrant avenges his wife’s infidelity by wedding, bedding and beheading a new bride every day. Years later, only five brides-in-waiting remain. These women are unapologetic, and united in […]...

Fall into the arts this October with The Bold Bakery, a local bakery in Chantilly, VA, and an ArtsFairfax artoberVA culinary arts partner! artoberVA Offer: Take 10% off purchases over $10 with the code ART26...

Liz Edelson Design is a graphic design studio based in the Washington, D.C. area providing custom branding, print, and digital design services to socially responsible and impact-oriented businesses. artoberVA Offer: In celebration of artoberVA, take 15% off custom branding, print, and digital design services for arts organizations and nonprofits throughout October. Discount applies to new […]...

Established in December 1986 by Pat Macintyre, The Reston Art Gallery and Studios (RAGS) in Northern Virginia is a privately owned cooperative gallery in the historical part of Reston known as Lake Anne. Nine juried artists work, exhibit, and sell their art at RAGS, including owner Pat Macintyre and full-time artists Rosemarie Forsythe, Julia Malakoff, […]...

A U.S. Premiere comedy about grief, friendship, and what happens when one tragedy is eclipsed by another. As two best friends try to make sense of surviving a school shooting, they confront the brutally absurd and deeply human question: who gets to grieve when the world has already moved on? The 2nd Sunday matinee of […]...

October 8 – November 1, 2026 While a storm was brewing outside their villa on Lake Geneva, the famous writers inside entertained one another with ghost stories. Lord Byron, their host, offered a challenge: produce the perfect tale of terror before the night ends. Conner and Smith’s electrifying musical first premiered in 2016 to critical […]...

Celebrate the beauty of the season with our Fall Art Sale, featuring original landscape paintings inspired by autumn light, color, and atmosphere. Discover timeless works that bring warmth and serenity to any space—available for a limited time. 25% all fall themed art through November 6th. Email TMPaintings@gmail.com or DM at @TinaMaria_official on Instagram for more […]...

Heal through movement and learn the history, culture, basic styles and steps to Palestinian, Lebanese and Iraqi dabke, alongside choreography for performance at our Dabke Social event! We will be teaching 5 weeks of in-depth dabke steps, techniques, choreography and cultural history and significance at $35/per class + performance, starting every Tuesday in October (6, […]...

Jose Quinonez Art Exhibit at Idylwood Studios to Support Just Neighbors During Hispanic Heritage Month  “Threads of Culture, Threads of Memory” will run September 12–October 14, with 20% of sales benefiting immigration legal services for low-income immigrants, asylees, and refugees.  Local artist Jose Quinonez will exhibit his paintings at Idylwood Studios from September 12 through October 14 in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month. […]...

Fiber & Identity: The Maker’s Voice is the an exhibition presented by the Potomac Fiber Arts Guild in partnership with the Workhouse Arts Center Lorton, Virginia as part of Handwork 2026. This exhibit invites the guild members to explore how fiber art reflects personal narrative, heritage, and creative perspective. Featuring works that range from traditional techniques […]...

103F/103Z Music Sampler OLLI at George Mason University presents Music Samplers from September through November. This course highlights examples of the musical talent that abounds at GMU. Each week, Knowledgeable and enthusiastic professors from the Dewberry School of Music of GMU, often accompanied by their most promising students, will generously share their musical gifts in […]...

artoberVA Offer: Mention “Artober” when you visit the Craft Gallery of Artisans United between October 1 and 31 and receive a 5% discount on your purchase. Only one discount can be used on a purchase. The Craft Gallery is located at 4022 Hummer Road, Annandale VA. The hours are 10:00 to 4:00 Tuesdays through Saturdays […]...

by McLean Community Players Weekends Oct. 9-11, 16-18 Friday, 7:30 p.m.Saturday, 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.Sunday, 2 p.m.$25/$20/$18Family Friendly They’re creepy, they’re kooky- and they’re perfect for the whole family. The Addams Family, presented by McLean Community Players, is a laugh-out-loud musical comedy that celebrates love, loyalty, and embracing what makes each of us unique. […]...

Squill Calligraphy Studio brings beauty to life with classic calligraphy and lush watercolors. A cornerstone of the studio is protecting resources and the natural beauty around us. Printed products are either on renewable 100% cotton paper or recycled paper, when possible. artoberVA Offer: 50% off all pre-printed cards, gift tags, and bookmarks using the code […]...

Community Makers Foundation brings people together through hands-on creativity, upcycled art, and collaborative community projects. Join us at our free monthly Community Makers Night in Springfield, VA. A free monthly creative gathering where neighbors come together to make art, meet new people, and contribute to projects that make a positive impact in our community. Held […]...

A dazzling new Disney On Ice production is skating into Fairfax, and it’s unlike anything audiences have seen before. Disney On Ice presents Spotlight Magic! invites fans to step into the spotlight and join a glamorous red-carpet celebration packed with never-before-seen performances, chart-topping music, and more than 30 beloved Disney characters – coming to EagleBank Arena from October 8-12, 2026.  Fans will have the chance […]...

Join artist Brianna Camp on Community Paint Days to help shape the “Tree of Learning Community Mural,” a vibrant public artwork that will welcome visitors to OLLI Mason and celebrate lifelong learning, creativity, and connection. ...

Enjoy crisp autumn evenings with this longrunning favorite: live jazz sets from top-tier musicians curated by Darden Purcell.  October 9 – Emily Davies  October 16 – Stephen Phillip Harvey  Inclement weather can cause event cancellations; check RCC’s Facebook/X pages or call 703-476-4500 close to the event time.   Presented by Reston Community Center and Reston Town Center Association […]...

ArTeA Shop in McLean offers contemporary desserts and freshly steeped organic whole leaf tea with customizable sugar levels and boba cooked daily. artoberVA Offer: ArTeA TeaShop has dedicated a mini pumpkin spice mousse cake in celebration of artoberVA available through October 23....

Exhibit Dates: October 2 – 31, 2026Opening Reception: Friday, October 2 from 7-9pm Welcome one and all to the Carnival of Curiosities art exhibit at Del Ray Artisans where we’ll explore all things carnival and circus related, from fun foods and silly games to quirky costumes, haunted attractions, terrifying oddities, and magical slights of hand! Step right up! But […]...

McLean Project for the Arts to Debut Fall Solo Exhibitions September 17 at Berlage Center for Arts & EducationExhibits include works by Freya Grand, Ian Husting, and Sally Veach McLean Project for the Arts (MPA) will open its 2026 Fall Solo Exhibitions on September 17, 2026 with a 7pm Opening Exhibition Reception at the new Berlage […]...

by Abe Burrows Directed by Jayne Victor A charming tangle of love, lies, and unexpected truths, Cactus Flower brings classic screwball comedy to vibrant life. When a smooth-talking dentist invents a fictional wife to avoid committing to his young girlfriend, he never imagines she’ll insist on meeting this elusive spouse. Enter his devoted (and secretly smitten) assistant, […]...

by McLean Community Players Weekends Oct. 9-11, 16-18 Friday, 7:30 p.m.Saturday, 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.Sunday, 2 p.m.$25/$20/$18Family Friendly They’re creepy, they’re kooky- and they’re perfect for the whole family. The Addams Family, presented by McLean Community Players, is a laugh-out-loud musical comedy that celebrates love, loyalty, and embracing what makes each of us unique. […]...

Every classic murder mystery needs someone looking for answers. But in Dark & Stormy, the line between who is solving the crime and who is haunting the scene is blurred… A brand-new, completely unscripted mystery will be created, unraveled, and solved right before your eyes—and then never performed again. Secrets run deep, motives shift in […]...

Betrayal Written by Harold Pinter Directed by Alex Levy October 8 – 25, 2026 Emma, Robert and Jerry have history. As her marriage to Robert comes to an end, Emma reconnects with Jerry, her former lover—and her husband’s best friend—as the action unspools backward in time in an inventive retelling by the Nobel Prize-winning playwright. […]...

Celeste Ng Friday, October 9 at 7:30 p.m. Stacy C. Sherwood Community Center 3740 Blenheim Blvd, Fairfax World-renowned author Celeste Ng discusses the suspense, drama, and beautifully complex interpersonal relationships that appear in her writing. Ng is the author of Everything I Never Told You and Little Fires Everywhere, which was adapted into a Hulu […]...

Spooky Action Theatre and Solas Nua partner on a new play ‘Hakawati /hakəˈwɑːti/. Noun: Storyteller; from the Arabic terms “hekaye” meaning story and “haki” meaning to talk. A tyrant avenges his wife’s infidelity by wedding, bedding and beheading a new bride every day. Years later, only five brides-in-waiting remain. These women are unapologetic, and united in […]...

Fall into the arts this October with The Bold Bakery, a local bakery in Chantilly, VA, and an ArtsFairfax artoberVA culinary arts partner! artoberVA Offer: Take 10% off purchases over $10 with the code ART26...

Liz Edelson Design is a graphic design studio based in the Washington, D.C. area providing custom branding, print, and digital design services to socially responsible and impact-oriented businesses. artoberVA Offer: In celebration of artoberVA, take 15% off custom branding, print, and digital design services for arts organizations and nonprofits throughout October. Discount applies to new […]...

Established in December 1986 by Pat Macintyre, The Reston Art Gallery and Studios (RAGS) in Northern Virginia is a privately owned cooperative gallery in the historical part of Reston known as Lake Anne. Nine juried artists work, exhibit, and sell their art at RAGS, including owner Pat Macintyre and full-time artists Rosemarie Forsythe, Julia Malakoff, […]...

Pars Place presents International pop sensation Arash brings his electrifying performance to the stage for an unforgettable night of music, energy, and celebration. Born in Tehran and raised in Sweden, Arash is a globally recognized Iranian-Swedish artist known for blending Persian pop with dance, house, and R&B, creating a signature sound that has captivated audiences worldwide. With […]...

A U.S. Premiere comedy about grief, friendship, and what happens when one tragedy is eclipsed by another. As two best friends try to make sense of surviving a school shooting, they confront the brutally absurd and deeply human question: who gets to grieve when the world has already moved on? The 2nd Sunday matinee of […]...

October 8 – November 1, 2026 While a storm was brewing outside their villa on Lake Geneva, the famous writers inside entertained one another with ghost stories. Lord Byron, their host, offered a challenge: produce the perfect tale of terror before the night ends. Conner and Smith’s electrifying musical first premiered in 2016 to critical […]...

Celebrate the beauty of the season with our Fall Art Sale, featuring original landscape paintings inspired by autumn light, color, and atmosphere. Discover timeless works that bring warmth and serenity to any space—available for a limited time. 25% all fall themed art through November 6th. Email TMPaintings@gmail.com or DM at @TinaMaria_official on Instagram for more […]...

Heal through movement and learn the history, culture, basic styles and steps to Palestinian, Lebanese and Iraqi dabke, alongside choreography for performance at our Dabke Social event! We will be teaching 5 weeks of in-depth dabke steps, techniques, choreography and cultural history and significance at $35/per class + performance, starting every Tuesday in October (6, […]...

Jose Quinonez Art Exhibit at Idylwood Studios to Support Just Neighbors During Hispanic Heritage Month  “Threads of Culture, Threads of Memory” will run September 12–October 14, with 20% of sales benefiting immigration legal services for low-income immigrants, asylees, and refugees.  Local artist Jose Quinonez will exhibit his paintings at Idylwood Studios from September 12 through October 14 in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month. […]...

Fiber & Identity: The Maker’s Voice is the an exhibition presented by the Potomac Fiber Arts Guild in partnership with the Workhouse Arts Center Lorton, Virginia as part of Handwork 2026. This exhibit invites the guild members to explore how fiber art reflects personal narrative, heritage, and creative perspective. Featuring works that range from traditional techniques […]...

103F/103Z Music Sampler OLLI at George Mason University presents Music Samplers from September through November. This course highlights examples of the musical talent that abounds at GMU. Each week, Knowledgeable and enthusiastic professors from the Dewberry School of Music of GMU, often accompanied by their most promising students, will generously share their musical gifts in […]...

artoberVA Offer: Mention “Artober” when you visit the Craft Gallery of Artisans United between October 1 and 31 and receive a 5% discount on your purchase. Only one discount can be used on a purchase. The Craft Gallery is located at 4022 Hummer Road, Annandale VA. The hours are 10:00 to 4:00 Tuesdays through Saturdays […]...

Join 34th-generation Shaolin Monk and Master Yanxing Shi for four special Qigong and Chan meditation classes in Fairfax. Through gentle Qigong movements, mindful breathing, and guided meditation, participants can release tension, calm the mind, restore energy, and reconnect with inner balance. No previous experience is needed. Class schedule: Qigong on October 10 from 10 a.m.–noon; […]...

by McLean Community Players Weekends Oct. 9-11, 16-18 Friday, 7:30 p.m.Saturday, 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.Sunday, 2 p.m.$25/$20/$18Family Friendly They’re creepy, they’re kooky- and they’re perfect for the whole family. The Addams Family, presented by McLean Community Players, is a laugh-out-loud musical comedy that celebrates love, loyalty, and embracing what makes each of us unique. […]...

Squill Calligraphy Studio brings beauty to life with classic calligraphy and lush watercolors. A cornerstone of the studio is protecting resources and the natural beauty around us. Printed products are either on renewable 100% cotton paper or recycled paper, when possible. artoberVA Offer: 50% off all pre-printed cards, gift tags, and bookmarks using the code […]...

Community Makers Foundation brings people together through hands-on creativity, upcycled art, and collaborative community projects. Join us at our free monthly Community Makers Night in Springfield, VA. A free monthly creative gathering where neighbors come together to make art, meet new people, and contribute to projects that make a positive impact in our community. Held […]...

A dazzling new Disney On Ice production is skating into Fairfax, and it’s unlike anything audiences have seen before. Disney On Ice presents Spotlight Magic! invites fans to step into the spotlight and join a glamorous red-carpet celebration packed with never-before-seen performances, chart-topping music, and more than 30 beloved Disney characters – coming to EagleBank Arena from October 8-12, 2026.  Fans will have the chance […]...

Join artist Brianna Camp on Community Paint Days to help shape the “Tree of Learning Community Mural,” a vibrant public artwork that will welcome visitors to OLLI Mason and celebrate lifelong learning, creativity, and connection. ...

On the second Saturday of each month, the Workhouse campus comes alive! Meet artists in their studios, explore vibrant galleries, shop local art, and enjoy food, drinks, and unforgettable experiences. Whether you’re a seasoned art lover or just out for a night of fun—there’s something here for everyone. artoberVA Offer: Free admission...

ArTeA Shop in McLean offers contemporary desserts and freshly steeped organic whole leaf tea with customizable sugar levels and boba cooked daily. artoberVA Offer: ArTeA TeaShop has dedicated a mini pumpkin spice mousse cake in celebration of artoberVA available through October 23....

Exhibit Dates: October 2 – 31, 2026Opening Reception: Friday, October 2 from 7-9pm Welcome one and all to the Carnival of Curiosities art exhibit at Del Ray Artisans where we’ll explore all things carnival and circus related, from fun foods and silly games to quirky costumes, haunted attractions, terrifying oddities, and magical slights of hand! Step right up! But […]...

McLean Project for the Arts to Debut Fall Solo Exhibitions September 17 at Berlage Center for Arts & EducationExhibits include works by Freya Grand, Ian Husting, and Sally Veach McLean Project for the Arts (MPA) will open its 2026 Fall Solo Exhibitions on September 17, 2026 with a 7pm Opening Exhibition Reception at the new Berlage […]...

by McLean Community Players Weekends Oct. 9-11, 16-18 Friday, 7:30 p.m.Saturday, 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.Sunday, 2 p.m.$25/$20/$18Family Friendly They’re creepy, they’re kooky- and they’re perfect for the whole family. The Addams Family, presented by McLean Community Players, is a laugh-out-loud musical comedy that celebrates love, loyalty, and embracing what makes each of us unique. […]...

Betrayal Written by Harold Pinter Directed by Alex Levy October 8 – 25, 2026 Emma, Robert and Jerry have history. As her marriage to Robert comes to an end, Emma reconnects with Jerry, her former lover—and her husband’s best friend—as the action unspools backward in time in an inventive retelling by the Nobel Prize-winning playwright. […]...

Spooky Action Theatre and Solas Nua partner on a new play ‘Hakawati /hakəˈwɑːti/. Noun: Storyteller; from the Arabic terms “hekaye” meaning story and “haki” meaning to talk. A tyrant avenges his wife’s infidelity by wedding, bedding and beheading a new bride every day. Years later, only five brides-in-waiting remain. These women are unapologetic, and united in […]...

Fall into the arts this October with The Bold Bakery, a local bakery in Chantilly, VA, and an ArtsFairfax artoberVA culinary arts partner! artoberVA Offer: Take 10% off purchases over $10 with the code ART26...

Liz Edelson Design is a graphic design studio based in the Washington, D.C. area providing custom branding, print, and digital design services to socially responsible and impact-oriented businesses. artoberVA Offer: In celebration of artoberVA, take 15% off custom branding, print, and digital design services for arts organizations and nonprofits throughout October. Discount applies to new […]...

Established in December 1986 by Pat Macintyre, The Reston Art Gallery and Studios (RAGS) in Northern Virginia is a privately owned cooperative gallery in the historical part of Reston known as Lake Anne. Nine juried artists work, exhibit, and sell their art at RAGS, including owner Pat Macintyre and full-time artists Rosemarie Forsythe, Julia Malakoff, […]...

A U.S. Premiere comedy about grief, friendship, and what happens when one tragedy is eclipsed by another. As two best friends try to make sense of surviving a school shooting, they confront the brutally absurd and deeply human question: who gets to grieve when the world has already moved on? The 2nd Sunday matinee of […]...

October 8 – November 1, 2026 While a storm was brewing outside their villa on Lake Geneva, the famous writers inside entertained one another with ghost stories. Lord Byron, their host, offered a challenge: produce the perfect tale of terror before the night ends. Conner and Smith’s electrifying musical first premiered in 2016 to critical […]...

Celebrate the beauty of the season with our Fall Art Sale, featuring original landscape paintings inspired by autumn light, color, and atmosphere. Discover timeless works that bring warmth and serenity to any space—available for a limited time. 25% all fall themed art through November 6th. Email TMPaintings@gmail.com or DM at @TinaMaria_official on Instagram for more […]...

Heal through movement and learn the history, culture, basic styles and steps to Palestinian, Lebanese and Iraqi dabke, alongside choreography for performance at our Dabke Social event! We will be teaching 5 weeks of in-depth dabke steps, techniques, choreography and cultural history and significance at $35/per class + performance, starting every Tuesday in October (6, […]...

Jose Quinonez Art Exhibit at Idylwood Studios to Support Just Neighbors During Hispanic Heritage Month  “Threads of Culture, Threads of Memory” will run September 12–October 14, with 20% of sales benefiting immigration legal services for low-income immigrants, asylees, and refugees.  Local artist Jose Quinonez will exhibit his paintings at Idylwood Studios from September 12 through October 14 in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month. […]...

Fiber & Identity: The Maker’s Voice is the an exhibition presented by the Potomac Fiber Arts Guild in partnership with the Workhouse Arts Center Lorton, Virginia as part of Handwork 2026. This exhibit invites the guild members to explore how fiber art reflects personal narrative, heritage, and creative perspective. Featuring works that range from traditional techniques […]...

103F/103Z Music Sampler OLLI at George Mason University presents Music Samplers from September through November. This course highlights examples of the musical talent that abounds at GMU. Each week, Knowledgeable and enthusiastic professors from the Dewberry School of Music of GMU, often accompanied by their most promising students, will generously share their musical gifts in […]...

Instructor: Sandra AlamiDate/Time: Sunday, October 11, 10am-NoonCost: $30/childSpace is limited to 18 girls and 6 adults(Register by October 1) Brownies who attend this workshop will complete all of the steps needed for their Art and Design badge. Brownies will create unique clay sculptures, which will help them further develop their fine motor skills and critical […]...

artoberVA Offer: Mention “Artober” when you visit the Craft Gallery of Artisans United between October 1 and 31 and receive a 5% discount on your purchase. Only one discount can be used on a purchase. The Craft Gallery is located at 4022 Hummer Road, Annandale VA. The hours are 10:00 to 4:00 Tuesdays through Saturdays […]...

Virginia Ballet Company presents This October 11, 2026, come watch the written word and movement coalesce in Poetry in Motion, Virginia Ballet Company’s fall contemporary performance. artoberVA Offer: 10% off with code artoberVA...

by McLean Community Players Weekends Oct. 9-11, 16-18 Friday, 7:30 p.m.Saturday, 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.Sunday, 2 p.m.$25/$20/$18Family Friendly They’re creepy, they’re kooky- and they’re perfect for the whole family. The Addams Family, presented by McLean Community Players, is a laugh-out-loud musical comedy that celebrates love, loyalty, and embracing what makes each of us unique. […]...

Come watch the written word and movement coalesce in Poetry in Motion, Virginia Ballet Company & School’s fall contemporary performance. October 11th, 2026 2PM Capital One Hall Tickets go on sale August 7, 2026 on Ticketmaster...

Squill Calligraphy Studio brings beauty to life with classic calligraphy and lush watercolors. A cornerstone of the studio is protecting resources and the natural beauty around us. Printed products are either on renewable 100% cotton paper or recycled paper, when possible. artoberVA Offer: 50% off all pre-printed cards, gift tags, and bookmarks using the code […]...

Community Makers Foundation brings people together through hands-on creativity, upcycled art, and collaborative community projects. Join us at our free monthly Community Makers Night in Springfield, VA. A free monthly creative gathering where neighbors come together to make art, meet new people, and contribute to projects that make a positive impact in our community. Held […]...

Presented By: Virginia Chamber Orchestra From the sparkling wit of Rossini’s The Barber of Seville to the soaring energy of Mendelssohn’s Symphony No. 4 (“Italian”), Masterworks in Motion is a thrilling afternoon of orchestral fireworks — featuring NSO Associate Concertmaster Ying Fu as violin soloist...

A dazzling new Disney On Ice production is skating into Fairfax, and it’s unlike anything audiences have seen before. Disney On Ice presents Spotlight Magic! invites fans to step into the spotlight and join a glamorous red-carpet celebration packed with never-before-seen performances, chart-topping music, and more than 30 beloved Disney characters – coming to EagleBank Arena from October 8-12, 2026.  Fans will have the chance […]...

Join artist Brianna Camp on Community Paint Days to help shape the “Tree of Learning Community Mural,” a vibrant public artwork that will welcome visitors to OLLI Mason and celebrate lifelong learning, creativity, and connection. ...

ArTeA Shop in McLean offers contemporary desserts and freshly steeped organic whole leaf tea with customizable sugar levels and boba cooked daily. artoberVA Offer: ArTeA TeaShop has dedicated a mini pumpkin spice mousse cake in celebration of artoberVA available through October 23....

Exhibit Dates: October 2 – 31, 2026Opening Reception: Friday, October 2 from 7-9pm Welcome one and all to the Carnival of Curiosities art exhibit at Del Ray Artisans where we’ll explore all things carnival and circus related, from fun foods and silly games to quirky costumes, haunted attractions, terrifying oddities, and magical slights of hand! Step right up! But […]...

McLean Project for the Arts to Debut Fall Solo Exhibitions September 17 at Berlage Center for Arts & EducationExhibits include works by Freya Grand, Ian Husting, and Sally Veach McLean Project for the Arts (MPA) will open its 2026 Fall Solo Exhibitions on September 17, 2026 with a 7pm Opening Exhibition Reception at the new Berlage […]...

Learn more about saving 20% when you purchase all four Keyboard Conversations®. This performance will be captioned. Internationally acclaimed pianist Jeffrey Siegel returns with his Keyboard Conversations®, combining captivating commentary with virtuosic performance. The program includes Beethoven’s joyous Polonaise, the beloved Für Elise, and humorous Bagatelles, alongside Schubert’s tender Waltzes, fiery F minor Impromptu, and the heavenly Ave Maria. Praised for […]...

by McLean Community Players Weekends Oct. 9-11, 16-18 Friday, 7:30 p.m.Saturday, 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.Sunday, 2 p.m.$25/$20/$18Family Friendly They’re creepy, they’re kooky- and they’re perfect for the whole family. The Addams Family, presented by McLean Community Players, is a laugh-out-loud musical comedy that celebrates love, loyalty, and embracing what makes each of us unique. […]...

Betrayal Written by Harold Pinter Directed by Alex Levy October 8 – 25, 2026 Emma, Robert and Jerry have history. As her marriage to Robert comes to an end, Emma reconnects with Jerry, her former lover—and her husband’s best friend—as the action unspools backward in time in an inventive retelling by the Nobel Prize-winning playwright. […]...

Spooky Action Theatre and Solas Nua partner on a new play ‘Hakawati /hakəˈwɑːti/. Noun: Storyteller; from the Arabic terms “hekaye” meaning story and “haki” meaning to talk. A tyrant avenges his wife’s infidelity by wedding, bedding and beheading a new bride every day. Years later, only five brides-in-waiting remain. These women are unapologetic, and united in […]...

Fall into the arts this October with The Bold Bakery, a local bakery in Chantilly, VA, and an ArtsFairfax artoberVA culinary arts partner! artoberVA Offer: Take 10% off purchases over $10 with the code ART26...

Liz Edelson Design is a graphic design studio based in the Washington, D.C. area providing custom branding, print, and digital design services to socially responsible and impact-oriented businesses. artoberVA Offer: In celebration of artoberVA, take 15% off custom branding, print, and digital design services for arts organizations and nonprofits throughout October. Discount applies to new […]...

Established in December 1986 by Pat Macintyre, The Reston Art Gallery and Studios (RAGS) in Northern Virginia is a privately owned cooperative gallery in the historical part of Reston known as Lake Anne. Nine juried artists work, exhibit, and sell their art at RAGS, including owner Pat Macintyre and full-time artists Rosemarie Forsythe, Julia Malakoff, […]...

A U.S. Premiere comedy about grief, friendship, and what happens when one tragedy is eclipsed by another. As two best friends try to make sense of surviving a school shooting, they confront the brutally absurd and deeply human question: who gets to grieve when the world has already moved on? The 2nd Sunday matinee of […]...

October 8 – November 1, 2026 While a storm was brewing outside their villa on Lake Geneva, the famous writers inside entertained one another with ghost stories. Lord Byron, their host, offered a challenge: produce the perfect tale of terror before the night ends. Conner and Smith’s electrifying musical first premiered in 2016 to critical […]...

Celebrate the beauty of the season with our Fall Art Sale, featuring original landscape paintings inspired by autumn light, color, and atmosphere. Discover timeless works that bring warmth and serenity to any space—available for a limited time. 25% all fall themed art through November 6th. Email TMPaintings@gmail.com or DM at @TinaMaria_official on Instagram for more […]...

Heal through movement and learn the history, culture, basic styles and steps to Palestinian, Lebanese and Iraqi dabke, alongside choreography for performance at our Dabke Social event! We will be teaching 5 weeks of in-depth dabke steps, techniques, choreography and cultural history and significance at $35/per class + performance, starting every Tuesday in October (6, […]...

Jose Quinonez Art Exhibit at Idylwood Studios to Support Just Neighbors During Hispanic Heritage Month  “Threads of Culture, Threads of Memory” will run September 12–October 14, with 20% of sales benefiting immigration legal services for low-income immigrants, asylees, and refugees.  Local artist Jose Quinonez will exhibit his paintings at Idylwood Studios from September 12 through October 14 in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month. […]...

Fiber & Identity: The Maker’s Voice is the an exhibition presented by the Potomac Fiber Arts Guild in partnership with the Workhouse Arts Center Lorton, Virginia as part of Handwork 2026. This exhibit invites the guild members to explore how fiber art reflects personal narrative, heritage, and creative perspective. Featuring works that range from traditional techniques […]...

103F/103Z Music Sampler OLLI at George Mason University presents Music Samplers from September through November. This course highlights examples of the musical talent that abounds at GMU. Each week, Knowledgeable and enthusiastic professors from the Dewberry School of Music of GMU, often accompanied by their most promising students, will generously share their musical gifts in […]...

artoberVA Offer: Mention “Artober” when you visit the Craft Gallery of Artisans United between October 1 and 31 and receive a 5% discount on your purchase. Only one discount can be used on a purchase. The Craft Gallery is located at 4022 Hummer Road, Annandale VA. The hours are 10:00 to 4:00 Tuesdays through Saturdays […]...

by McLean Community Players Weekends Oct. 9-11, 16-18 Friday, 7:30 p.m.Saturday, 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.Sunday, 2 p.m.$25/$20/$18Family Friendly They’re creepy, they’re kooky- and they’re perfect for the whole family. The Addams Family, presented by McLean Community Players, is a laugh-out-loud musical comedy that celebrates love, loyalty, and embracing what makes each of us unique. […]...

Squill Calligraphy Studio brings beauty to life with classic calligraphy and lush watercolors. A cornerstone of the studio is protecting resources and the natural beauty around us. Printed products are either on renewable 100% cotton paper or recycled paper, when possible. artoberVA Offer: 50% off all pre-printed cards, gift tags, and bookmarks using the code […]...

Community Makers Foundation brings people together through hands-on creativity, upcycled art, and collaborative community projects. Join us at our free monthly Community Makers Night in Springfield, VA. A free monthly creative gathering where neighbors come together to make art, meet new people, and contribute to projects that make a positive impact in our community. Held […]...

A dazzling new Disney On Ice production is skating into Fairfax, and it’s unlike anything audiences have seen before. Disney On Ice presents Spotlight Magic! invites fans to step into the spotlight and join a glamorous red-carpet celebration packed with never-before-seen performances, chart-topping music, and more than 30 beloved Disney characters – coming to EagleBank Arena from October 8-12, 2026.  Fans will have the chance […]...

ArTeA Shop in McLean offers contemporary desserts and freshly steeped organic whole leaf tea with customizable sugar levels and boba cooked daily. artoberVA Offer: ArTeA TeaShop has dedicated a mini pumpkin spice mousse cake in celebration of artoberVA available through October 23....

Exhibit Dates: October 2 – 31, 2026Opening Reception: Friday, October 2 from 7-9pm Welcome one and all to the Carnival of Curiosities art exhibit at Del Ray Artisans where we’ll explore all things carnival and circus related, from fun foods and silly games to quirky costumes, haunted attractions, terrifying oddities, and magical slights of hand! Step right up! But […]...

Join ArtLords director Omaid Sharifi for a night of therapeutic art using the practice of body mapping, where paint and paper help you express what words can’t yet reach—through color, symbol, and story.  ArtLords is an artivist organization that uses public art to turn conflict and trauma into shared expression. $30/session (session is the same both […]...

McLean Project for the Arts to Debut Fall Solo Exhibitions September 17 at Berlage Center for Arts & EducationExhibits include works by Freya Grand, Ian Husting, and Sally Veach McLean Project for the Arts (MPA) will open its 2026 Fall Solo Exhibitions on September 17, 2026 with a 7pm Opening Exhibition Reception at the new Berlage […]...

by McLean Community Players Weekends Oct. 9-11, 16-18 Friday, 7:30 p.m.Saturday, 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.Sunday, 2 p.m.$25/$20/$18Family Friendly They’re creepy, they’re kooky- and they’re perfect for the whole family. The Addams Family, presented by McLean Community Players, is a laugh-out-loud musical comedy that celebrates love, loyalty, and embracing what makes each of us unique. […]...

Part of the Washington West Film Festival On the morning of October 7, 2023, Israeli American Liat Atzili and her husband Aviv were at home when Hamas attacked their kibbutz. By nightfall, they were among more than 250 people taken captive in Gaza, including 12 American citizens. Caught between international diplomacy and an escalating war, […]...

Betrayal Written by Harold Pinter Directed by Alex Levy October 8 – 25, 2026 Emma, Robert and Jerry have history. As her marriage to Robert comes to an end, Emma reconnects with Jerry, her former lover—and her husband’s best friend—as the action unspools backward in time in an inventive retelling by the Nobel Prize-winning playwright. […]...

Spooky Action Theatre and Solas Nua partner on a new play ‘Hakawati /hakəˈwɑːti/. Noun: Storyteller; from the Arabic terms “hekaye” meaning story and “haki” meaning to talk. A tyrant avenges his wife’s infidelity by wedding, bedding and beheading a new bride every day. Years later, only five brides-in-waiting remain. These women are unapologetic, and united in […]...

Fall into the arts this October with The Bold Bakery, a local bakery in Chantilly, VA, and an ArtsFairfax artoberVA culinary arts partner! artoberVA Offer: Take 10% off purchases over $10 with the code ART26...

Liz Edelson Design is a graphic design studio based in the Washington, D.C. area providing custom branding, print, and digital design services to socially responsible and impact-oriented businesses. artoberVA Offer: In celebration of artoberVA, take 15% off custom branding, print, and digital design services for arts organizations and nonprofits throughout October. Discount applies to new […]...

Established in December 1986 by Pat Macintyre, The Reston Art Gallery and Studios (RAGS) in Northern Virginia is a privately owned cooperative gallery in the historical part of Reston known as Lake Anne. Nine juried artists work, exhibit, and sell their art at RAGS, including owner Pat Macintyre and full-time artists Rosemarie Forsythe, Julia Malakoff, […]...

October 8 – November 1, 2026 While a storm was brewing outside their villa on Lake Geneva, the famous writers inside entertained one another with ghost stories. Lord Byron, their host, offered a challenge: produce the perfect tale of terror before the night ends. Conner and Smith’s electrifying musical first premiered in 2016 to critical […]...

Celebrate the beauty of the season with our Fall Art Sale, featuring original landscape paintings inspired by autumn light, color, and atmosphere. Discover timeless works that bring warmth and serenity to any space—available for a limited time. 25% all fall themed art through November 6th. Email TMPaintings@gmail.com or DM at @TinaMaria_official on Instagram for more […]...

Heal through movement and learn the history, culture, basic styles and steps to Palestinian, Lebanese and Iraqi dabke, alongside choreography for performance at our Dabke Social event! We will be teaching 5 weeks of in-depth dabke steps, techniques, choreography and cultural history and significance at $35/per class + performance, starting every Tuesday in October (6, […]...

Jose Quinonez Art Exhibit at Idylwood Studios to Support Just Neighbors During Hispanic Heritage Month  “Threads of Culture, Threads of Memory” will run September 12–October 14, with 20% of sales benefiting immigration legal services for low-income immigrants, asylees, and refugees.  Local artist Jose Quinonez will exhibit his paintings at Idylwood Studios from September 12 through October 14 in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month. […]...

Fiber & Identity: The Maker’s Voice is the an exhibition presented by the Potomac Fiber Arts Guild in partnership with the Workhouse Arts Center Lorton, Virginia as part of Handwork 2026. This exhibit invites the guild members to explore how fiber art reflects personal narrative, heritage, and creative perspective. Featuring works that range from traditional techniques […]...

103F/103Z Music Sampler OLLI at George Mason University presents Music Samplers from September through November. This course highlights examples of the musical talent that abounds at GMU. Each week, Knowledgeable and enthusiastic professors from the Dewberry School of Music of GMU, often accompanied by their most promising students, will generously share their musical gifts in […]...

artoberVA Offer: Mention “Artober” when you visit the Craft Gallery of Artisans United between October 1 and 31 and receive a 5% discount on your purchase. Only one discount can be used on a purchase. The Craft Gallery is located at 4022 Hummer Road, Annandale VA. The hours are 10:00 to 4:00 Tuesdays through Saturdays […]...

by McLean Community Players Weekends Oct. 9-11, 16-18 Friday, 7:30 p.m.Saturday, 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.Sunday, 2 p.m.$25/$20/$18Family Friendly They’re creepy, they’re kooky- and they’re perfect for the whole family. The Addams Family, presented by McLean Community Players, is a laugh-out-loud musical comedy that celebrates love, loyalty, and embracing what makes each of us unique. […]...

Squill Calligraphy Studio brings beauty to life with classic calligraphy and lush watercolors. A cornerstone of the studio is protecting resources and the natural beauty around us. Printed products are either on renewable 100% cotton paper or recycled paper, when possible. artoberVA Offer: 50% off all pre-printed cards, gift tags, and bookmarks using the code […]...

Community Makers Foundation brings people together through hands-on creativity, upcycled art, and collaborative community projects. Join us at our free monthly Community Makers Night in Springfield, VA. A free monthly creative gathering where neighbors come together to make art, meet new people, and contribute to projects that make a positive impact in our community. Held […]...

ArTeA Shop in McLean offers contemporary desserts and freshly steeped organic whole leaf tea with customizable sugar levels and boba cooked daily. artoberVA Offer: ArTeA TeaShop has dedicated a mini pumpkin spice mousse cake in celebration of artoberVA available through October 23....

Exhibit Dates: October 2 – 31, 2026Opening Reception: Friday, October 2 from 7-9pm Welcome one and all to the Carnival of Curiosities art exhibit at Del Ray Artisans where we’ll explore all things carnival and circus related, from fun foods and silly games to quirky costumes, haunted attractions, terrifying oddities, and magical slights of hand! Step right up! But […]...

McLean Project for the Arts to Debut Fall Solo Exhibitions September 17 at Berlage Center for Arts & EducationExhibits include works by Freya Grand, Ian Husting, and Sally Veach McLean Project for the Arts (MPA) will open its 2026 Fall Solo Exhibitions on September 17, 2026 with a 7pm Opening Exhibition Reception at the new Berlage […]...

by McLean Community Players Weekends Oct. 9-11, 16-18 Friday, 7:30 p.m.Saturday, 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.Sunday, 2 p.m.$25/$20/$18Family Friendly They’re creepy, they’re kooky- and they’re perfect for the whole family. The Addams Family, presented by McLean Community Players, is a laugh-out-loud musical comedy that celebrates love, loyalty, and embracing what makes each of us unique. […]...

Betrayal Written by Harold Pinter Directed by Alex Levy October 8 – 25, 2026 Emma, Robert and Jerry have history. As her marriage to Robert comes to an end, Emma reconnects with Jerry, her former lover—and her husband’s best friend—as the action unspools backward in time in an inventive retelling by the Nobel Prize-winning playwright. […]...

Spooky Action Theatre and Solas Nua partner on a new play ‘Hakawati /hakəˈwɑːti/. Noun: Storyteller; from the Arabic terms “hekaye” meaning story and “haki” meaning to talk. A tyrant avenges his wife’s infidelity by wedding, bedding and beheading a new bride every day. Years later, only five brides-in-waiting remain. These women are unapologetic, and united in […]...

Fall into the arts this October with The Bold Bakery, a local bakery in Chantilly, VA, and an ArtsFairfax artoberVA culinary arts partner! artoberVA Offer: Take 10% off purchases over $10 with the code ART26...

Liz Edelson Design is a graphic design studio based in the Washington, D.C. area providing custom branding, print, and digital design services to socially responsible and impact-oriented businesses. artoberVA Offer: In celebration of artoberVA, take 15% off custom branding, print, and digital design services for arts organizations and nonprofits throughout October. Discount applies to new […]...

Established in December 1986 by Pat Macintyre, The Reston Art Gallery and Studios (RAGS) in Northern Virginia is a privately owned cooperative gallery in the historical part of Reston known as Lake Anne. Nine juried artists work, exhibit, and sell their art at RAGS, including owner Pat Macintyre and full-time artists Rosemarie Forsythe, Julia Malakoff, […]...

October 8 – November 1, 2026 While a storm was brewing outside their villa on Lake Geneva, the famous writers inside entertained one another with ghost stories. Lord Byron, their host, offered a challenge: produce the perfect tale of terror before the night ends. Conner and Smith’s electrifying musical first premiered in 2016 to critical […]...

Celebrate the beauty of the season with our Fall Art Sale, featuring original landscape paintings inspired by autumn light, color, and atmosphere. Discover timeless works that bring warmth and serenity to any space—available for a limited time. 25% all fall themed art through November 6th. Email TMPaintings@gmail.com or DM at @TinaMaria_official on Instagram for more […]...

Heal through movement and learn the history, culture, basic styles and steps to Palestinian, Lebanese and Iraqi dabke, alongside choreography for performance at our Dabke Social event! We will be teaching 5 weeks of in-depth dabke steps, techniques, choreography and cultural history and significance at $35/per class + performance, starting every Tuesday in October (6, […]...

Jose Quinonez Art Exhibit at Idylwood Studios to Support Just Neighbors During Hispanic Heritage Month  “Threads of Culture, Threads of Memory” will run September 12–October 14, with 20% of sales benefiting immigration legal services for low-income immigrants, asylees, and refugees.  Local artist Jose Quinonez will exhibit his paintings at Idylwood Studios from September 12 through October 14 in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month. […]...

Fiber & Identity: The Maker’s Voice is the an exhibition presented by the Potomac Fiber Arts Guild in partnership with the Workhouse Arts Center Lorton, Virginia as part of Handwork 2026. This exhibit invites the guild members to explore how fiber art reflects personal narrative, heritage, and creative perspective. Featuring works that range from traditional techniques […]...

103F/103Z Music Sampler OLLI at George Mason University presents Music Samplers from September through November. This course highlights examples of the musical talent that abounds at GMU. Each week, Knowledgeable and enthusiastic professors from the Dewberry School of Music of GMU, often accompanied by their most promising students, will generously share their musical gifts in […]...

artoberVA Offer: Mention “Artober” when you visit the Craft Gallery of Artisans United between October 1 and 31 and receive a 5% discount on your purchase. Only one discount can be used on a purchase. The Craft Gallery is located at 4022 Hummer Road, Annandale VA. The hours are 10:00 to 4:00 Tuesdays through Saturdays […]...

by McLean Community Players Weekends Oct. 9-11, 16-18 Friday, 7:30 p.m.Saturday, 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.Sunday, 2 p.m.$25/$20/$18Family Friendly They’re creepy, they’re kooky- and they’re perfect for the whole family. The Addams Family, presented by McLean Community Players, is a laugh-out-loud musical comedy that celebrates love, loyalty, and embracing what makes each of us unique. […]...

Squill Calligraphy Studio brings beauty to life with classic calligraphy and lush watercolors. A cornerstone of the studio is protecting resources and the natural beauty around us. Printed products are either on renewable 100% cotton paper or recycled paper, when possible. artoberVA Offer: 50% off all pre-printed cards, gift tags, and bookmarks using the code […]...

Community Makers Foundation brings people together through hands-on creativity, upcycled art, and collaborative community projects. Join us at our free monthly Community Makers Night in Springfield, VA. A free monthly creative gathering where neighbors come together to make art, meet new people, and contribute to projects that make a positive impact in our community. Held […]...

Rotary Gallery at the Sherwood Center Step into the dynamic world of AB EX FFX, a powerful exhibition dedicated solely to the raw energy and profound emotional depth of abstract expressionism.  This curated selection of works embodies the contemporary movement’s spirit, from vigorous action paintings to meditative fields of color.  Immerse yourself in bold gestures, […]...

Celebrate artoberVA and get connected with the local arts community at the ArtsFairfax artoberVA Social Hour at Pars Place! Discover the artists, organizations, and small business that make Fairfax a creative community. Enjoy a night filled with good conversation, new connections, and the chance to mingle with local artists, arts organizations, and arts enthusiasts. Guests […]...

ArTeA Shop in McLean offers contemporary desserts and freshly steeped organic whole leaf tea with customizable sugar levels and boba cooked daily. artoberVA Offer: ArTeA TeaShop has dedicated a mini pumpkin spice mousse cake in celebration of artoberVA available through October 23....

Exhibit Dates: October 2 – 31, 2026Opening Reception: Friday, October 2 from 7-9pm Welcome one and all to the Carnival of Curiosities art exhibit at Del Ray Artisans where we’ll explore all things carnival and circus related, from fun foods and silly games to quirky costumes, haunted attractions, terrifying oddities, and magical slights of hand! Step right up! But […]...

McLean Project for the Arts to Debut Fall Solo Exhibitions September 17 at Berlage Center for Arts & EducationExhibits include works by Freya Grand, Ian Husting, and Sally Veach McLean Project for the Arts (MPA) will open its 2026 Fall Solo Exhibitions on September 17, 2026 with a 7pm Opening Exhibition Reception at the new Berlage […]...

by McLean Community Players Weekends Oct. 9-11, 16-18 Friday, 7:30 p.m.Saturday, 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.Sunday, 2 p.m.$25/$20/$18Family Friendly They’re creepy, they’re kooky- and they’re perfect for the whole family. The Addams Family, presented by McLean Community Players, is a laugh-out-loud musical comedy that celebrates love, loyalty, and embracing what makes each of us unique. […]...

Betrayal Written by Harold Pinter Directed by Alex Levy October 8 – 25, 2026 Emma, Robert and Jerry have history. As her marriage to Robert comes to an end, Emma reconnects with Jerry, her former lover—and her husband’s best friend—as the action unspools backward in time in an inventive retelling by the Nobel Prize-winning playwright. […]...

Spooky Action Theatre and Solas Nua partner on a new play ‘Hakawati /hakəˈwɑːti/. Noun: Storyteller; from the Arabic terms “hekaye” meaning story and “haki” meaning to talk. A tyrant avenges his wife’s infidelity by wedding, bedding and beheading a new bride every day. Years later, only five brides-in-waiting remain. These women are unapologetic, and united in […]...

Fall into the arts this October with The Bold Bakery, a local bakery in Chantilly, VA, and an ArtsFairfax artoberVA culinary arts partner! artoberVA Offer: Take 10% off purchases over $10 with the code ART26...

Liz Edelson Design is a graphic design studio based in the Washington, D.C. area providing custom branding, print, and digital design services to socially responsible and impact-oriented businesses. artoberVA Offer: In celebration of artoberVA, take 15% off custom branding, print, and digital design services for arts organizations and nonprofits throughout October. Discount applies to new […]...

Established in December 1986 by Pat Macintyre, The Reston Art Gallery and Studios (RAGS) in Northern Virginia is a privately owned cooperative gallery in the historical part of Reston known as Lake Anne. Nine juried artists work, exhibit, and sell their art at RAGS, including owner Pat Macintyre and full-time artists Rosemarie Forsythe, Julia Malakoff, […]...

October 8 – November 1, 2026 While a storm was brewing outside their villa on Lake Geneva, the famous writers inside entertained one another with ghost stories. Lord Byron, their host, offered a challenge: produce the perfect tale of terror before the night ends. Conner and Smith’s electrifying musical first premiered in 2016 to critical […]...

Celebrate the beauty of the season with our Fall Art Sale, featuring original landscape paintings inspired by autumn light, color, and atmosphere. Discover timeless works that bring warmth and serenity to any space—available for a limited time. 25% all fall themed art through November 6th. Email TMPaintings@gmail.com or DM at @TinaMaria_official on Instagram for more […]...

Heal through movement and learn the history, culture, basic styles and steps to Palestinian, Lebanese and Iraqi dabke, alongside choreography for performance at our Dabke Social event! We will be teaching 5 weeks of in-depth dabke steps, techniques, choreography and cultural history and significance at $35/per class + performance, starting every Tuesday in October (6, […]...

Jose Quinonez Art Exhibit at Idylwood Studios to Support Just Neighbors During Hispanic Heritage Month  “Threads of Culture, Threads of Memory” will run September 12–October 14, with 20% of sales benefiting immigration legal services for low-income immigrants, asylees, and refugees.  Local artist Jose Quinonez will exhibit his paintings at Idylwood Studios from September 12 through October 14 in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month. […]...

Fiber & Identity: The Maker’s Voice is the an exhibition presented by the Potomac Fiber Arts Guild in partnership with the Workhouse Arts Center Lorton, Virginia as part of Handwork 2026. This exhibit invites the guild members to explore how fiber art reflects personal narrative, heritage, and creative perspective. Featuring works that range from traditional techniques […]...

103F/103Z Music Sampler OLLI at George Mason University presents Music Samplers from September through November. This course highlights examples of the musical talent that abounds at GMU. Each week, Knowledgeable and enthusiastic professors from the Dewberry School of Music of GMU, often accompanied by their most promising students, will generously share their musical gifts in […]...

artoberVA Offer: Mention “Artober” when you visit the Craft Gallery of Artisans United between October 1 and 31 and receive a 5% discount on your purchase. Only one discount can be used on a purchase. The Craft Gallery is located at 4022 Hummer Road, Annandale VA. The hours are 10:00 to 4:00 Tuesdays through Saturdays […]...

by McLean Community Players Weekends Oct. 9-11, 16-18 Friday, 7:30 p.m.Saturday, 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.Sunday, 2 p.m.$25/$20/$18Family Friendly They’re creepy, they’re kooky- and they’re perfect for the whole family. The Addams Family, presented by McLean Community Players, is a laugh-out-loud musical comedy that celebrates love, loyalty, and embracing what makes each of us unique. […]...

Squill Calligraphy Studio brings beauty to life with classic calligraphy and lush watercolors. A cornerstone of the studio is protecting resources and the natural beauty around us. Printed products are either on renewable 100% cotton paper or recycled paper, when possible. artoberVA Offer: 50% off all pre-printed cards, gift tags, and bookmarks using the code […]...

This group will take you on a musical ride from operatic arias to Broadway and more. You’ll laugh, cry and be captivated by the beautiful voices of these talented divas.  These programs are a joint venture between Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at George Mason University and Reston Community Center. The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at George […]...

Community Makers Foundation brings people together through hands-on creativity, upcycled art, and collaborative community projects. Join us at our free monthly Community Makers Night in Springfield, VA. A free monthly creative gathering where neighbors come together to make art, meet new people, and contribute to projects that make a positive impact in our community. Held […]...

ArTeA Shop in McLean offers contemporary desserts and freshly steeped organic whole leaf tea with customizable sugar levels and boba cooked daily. artoberVA Offer: ArTeA TeaShop has dedicated a mini pumpkin spice mousse cake in celebration of artoberVA available through October 23....

Exhibit Dates: October 2 – 31, 2026Opening Reception: Friday, October 2 from 7-9pm Welcome one and all to the Carnival of Curiosities art exhibit at Del Ray Artisans where we’ll explore all things carnival and circus related, from fun foods and silly games to quirky costumes, haunted attractions, terrifying oddities, and magical slights of hand! Step right up! But […]...

McLean Project for the Arts to Debut Fall Solo Exhibitions September 17 at Berlage Center for Arts & EducationExhibits include works by Freya Grand, Ian Husting, and Sally Veach McLean Project for the Arts (MPA) will open its 2026 Fall Solo Exhibitions on September 17, 2026 with a 7pm Opening Exhibition Reception at the new Berlage […]...

by McLean Community Players Weekends Oct. 9-11, 16-18 Friday, 7:30 p.m.Saturday, 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.Sunday, 2 p.m.$25/$20/$18Family Friendly They’re creepy, they’re kooky- and they’re perfect for the whole family. The Addams Family, presented by McLean Community Players, is a laugh-out-loud musical comedy that celebrates love, loyalty, and embracing what makes each of us unique. […]...

Betrayal Written by Harold Pinter Directed by Alex Levy October 8 – 25, 2026 Emma, Robert and Jerry have history. As her marriage to Robert comes to an end, Emma reconnects with Jerry, her former lover—and her husband’s best friend—as the action unspools backward in time in an inventive retelling by the Nobel Prize-winning playwright. […]...

Spooky Action Theatre and Solas Nua partner on a new play ‘Hakawati /hakəˈwɑːti/. Noun: Storyteller; from the Arabic terms “hekaye” meaning story and “haki” meaning to talk. A tyrant avenges his wife’s infidelity by wedding, bedding and beheading a new bride every day. Years later, only five brides-in-waiting remain. These women are unapologetic, and united in […]...

Fall into the arts this October with The Bold Bakery, a local bakery in Chantilly, VA, and an ArtsFairfax artoberVA culinary arts partner! artoberVA Offer: Take 10% off purchases over $10 with the code ART26...

Liz Edelson Design is a graphic design studio based in the Washington, D.C. area providing custom branding, print, and digital design services to socially responsible and impact-oriented businesses. artoberVA Offer: In celebration of artoberVA, take 15% off custom branding, print, and digital design services for arts organizations and nonprofits throughout October. Discount applies to new […]...

Established in December 1986 by Pat Macintyre, The Reston Art Gallery and Studios (RAGS) in Northern Virginia is a privately owned cooperative gallery in the historical part of Reston known as Lake Anne. Nine juried artists work, exhibit, and sell their art at RAGS, including owner Pat Macintyre and full-time artists Rosemarie Forsythe, Julia Malakoff, […]...

October 8 – November 1, 2026 While a storm was brewing outside their villa on Lake Geneva, the famous writers inside entertained one another with ghost stories. Lord Byron, their host, offered a challenge: produce the perfect tale of terror before the night ends. Conner and Smith’s electrifying musical first premiered in 2016 to critical […]...

Celebrate the beauty of the season with our Fall Art Sale, featuring original landscape paintings inspired by autumn light, color, and atmosphere. Discover timeless works that bring warmth and serenity to any space—available for a limited time. 25% all fall themed art through November 6th. Email TMPaintings@gmail.com or DM at @TinaMaria_official on Instagram for more […]...

Heal through movement and learn the history, culture, basic styles and steps to Palestinian, Lebanese and Iraqi dabke, alongside choreography for performance at our Dabke Social event! We will be teaching 5 weeks of in-depth dabke steps, techniques, choreography and cultural history and significance at $35/per class + performance, starting every Tuesday in October (6, […]...

Fiber & Identity: The Maker’s Voice is the an exhibition presented by the Potomac Fiber Arts Guild in partnership with the Workhouse Arts Center Lorton, Virginia as part of Handwork 2026. This exhibit invites the guild members to explore how fiber art reflects personal narrative, heritage, and creative perspective. Featuring works that range from traditional techniques […]...

103F/103Z Music Sampler OLLI at George Mason University presents Music Samplers from September through November. This course highlights examples of the musical talent that abounds at GMU. Each week, Knowledgeable and enthusiastic professors from the Dewberry School of Music of GMU, often accompanied by their most promising students, will generously share their musical gifts in […]...

artoberVA Offer: Mention “Artober” when you visit the Craft Gallery of Artisans United between October 1 and 31 and receive a 5% discount on your purchase. Only one discount can be used on a purchase. The Craft Gallery is located at 4022 Hummer Road, Annandale VA. The hours are 10:00 to 4:00 Tuesdays through Saturdays […]...

by McLean Community Players Weekends Oct. 9-11, 16-18 Friday, 7:30 p.m.Saturday, 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.Sunday, 2 p.m.$25/$20/$18Family Friendly They’re creepy, they’re kooky- and they’re perfect for the whole family. The Addams Family, presented by McLean Community Players, is a laugh-out-loud musical comedy that celebrates love, loyalty, and embracing what makes each of us unique. […]...

Squill Calligraphy Studio brings beauty to life with classic calligraphy and lush watercolors. A cornerstone of the studio is protecting resources and the natural beauty around us. Printed products are either on renewable 100% cotton paper or recycled paper, when possible. artoberVA Offer: 50% off all pre-printed cards, gift tags, and bookmarks using the code […]...

Community Makers Foundation brings people together through hands-on creativity, upcycled art, and collaborative community projects. Join us at our free monthly Community Makers Night in Springfield, VA. A free monthly creative gathering where neighbors come together to make art, meet new people, and contribute to projects that make a positive impact in our community. Held […]...

Enjoy an evening of food, live music & community in support of SHARE of McLean! All ages are welcome! Delicious food and beverages from Masala Grill, The Corn Factory & Travelin’ Tom’s Coffee Truck. Join us and bring along a canned food item(s) to donate to SHARE!...

Enjoy crisp autumn evenings with this longrunning favorite: live jazz sets from top-tier musicians curated by Darden Purcell.  Inclement weather can cause event cancellations; check RCC’s Facebook/X pages or call 703-476-4500 close to the event time.   Presented by Reston Community Center and Reston Town Center Association in partnership with Darden Purcell.  For more information, please contact Asjah […]...

Michael Blaustein is one of the fastest rising stand up comedians working today. His viral stand up comedy clips have amassed over 900 Million views across all social media platforms. He has sold out venues across the world, most recently closing out his successful 2025 tour year with over 70,000 tickets sold. When he’s not on the […]...

ArTeA Shop in McLean offers contemporary desserts and freshly steeped organic whole leaf tea with customizable sugar levels and boba cooked daily. artoberVA Offer: ArTeA TeaShop has dedicated a mini pumpkin spice mousse cake in celebration of artoberVA available through October 23....

Exhibit Dates: October 2 – 31, 2026Opening Reception: Friday, October 2 from 7-9pm Welcome one and all to the Carnival of Curiosities art exhibit at Del Ray Artisans where we’ll explore all things carnival and circus related, from fun foods and silly games to quirky costumes, haunted attractions, terrifying oddities, and magical slights of hand! Step right up! But […]...

McLean Project for the Arts to Debut Fall Solo Exhibitions September 17 at Berlage Center for Arts & EducationExhibits include works by Freya Grand, Ian Husting, and Sally Veach McLean Project for the Arts (MPA) will open its 2026 Fall Solo Exhibitions on September 17, 2026 with a 7pm Opening Exhibition Reception at the new Berlage […]...

by McLean Community Players Weekends Oct. 9-11, 16-18 Friday, 7:30 p.m.Saturday, 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.Sunday, 2 p.m.$25/$20/$18Family Friendly They’re creepy, they’re kooky- and they’re perfect for the whole family. The Addams Family, presented by McLean Community Players, is a laugh-out-loud musical comedy that celebrates love, loyalty, and embracing what makes each of us unique. […]...

Betrayal Written by Harold Pinter Directed by Alex Levy October 8 – 25, 2026 Emma, Robert and Jerry have history. As her marriage to Robert comes to an end, Emma reconnects with Jerry, her former lover—and her husband’s best friend—as the action unspools backward in time in an inventive retelling by the Nobel Prize-winning playwright. […]...

Spooky Action Theatre and Solas Nua partner on a new play ‘Hakawati /hakəˈwɑːti/. Noun: Storyteller; from the Arabic terms “hekaye” meaning story and “haki” meaning to talk. A tyrant avenges his wife’s infidelity by wedding, bedding and beheading a new bride every day. Years later, only five brides-in-waiting remain. These women are unapologetic, and united in […]...

Fall into the arts this October with The Bold Bakery, a local bakery in Chantilly, VA, and an ArtsFairfax artoberVA culinary arts partner! artoberVA Offer: Take 10% off purchases over $10 with the code ART26...

Liz Edelson Design is a graphic design studio based in the Washington, D.C. area providing custom branding, print, and digital design services to socially responsible and impact-oriented businesses. artoberVA Offer: In celebration of artoberVA, take 15% off custom branding, print, and digital design services for arts organizations and nonprofits throughout October. Discount applies to new […]...

Established in December 1986 by Pat Macintyre, The Reston Art Gallery and Studios (RAGS) in Northern Virginia is a privately owned cooperative gallery in the historical part of Reston known as Lake Anne. Nine juried artists work, exhibit, and sell their art at RAGS, including owner Pat Macintyre and full-time artists Rosemarie Forsythe, Julia Malakoff, […]...

Book by Jay Thompson, Dean Fuller, and Marshall Barer Music by Mary Rodgers Lyrics by Marshall Barer Princess Fred splashes into court — literally — and turns tradition on its jeweled head, taking on riddles, royal challenges and one imperious queen determined to keep her son single.  As she woos the brave Prince Dauntless, twenty mattresses […]...

Old Town Hall Performance Series Alfred Yun is a Korean-American jazz pianist and composer whose music is influenced by his upbringing in both Korea and the United States. Listen for influences ranging from jazz, hip hop, and K-Pop to traditional Korean music in Alfred Yun’s compositions. For this evening’s performance, Mr. Yun will be playing […]...

October 8 – November 1, 2026 While a storm was brewing outside their villa on Lake Geneva, the famous writers inside entertained one another with ghost stories. Lord Byron, their host, offered a challenge: produce the perfect tale of terror before the night ends. Conner and Smith’s electrifying musical first premiered in 2016 to critical […]...

Celebrate the beauty of the season with our Fall Art Sale, featuring original landscape paintings inspired by autumn light, color, and atmosphere. Discover timeless works that bring warmth and serenity to any space—available for a limited time. 25% all fall themed art through November 6th. Email TMPaintings@gmail.com or DM at @TinaMaria_official on Instagram for more […]...

Dracula’s Midnight Masquerade returns to historic Dodona Manor in Leesburg, Virginia, October 16–November 1. Step into the story for an immersive outdoor Dracula experience where live theatre, vampires, music, and scares unfold all around you. Rather than watching from a traditional theatre seat, guests journey across the grounds of George C. Marshall’s historic Dodona Manor […]...

Heal through movement and learn the history, culture, basic styles and steps to Palestinian, Lebanese and Iraqi dabke, alongside choreography for performance at our Dabke Social event! We will be teaching 5 weeks of in-depth dabke steps, techniques, choreography and cultural history and significance at $35/per class + performance, starting every Tuesday in October (6, […]...

Hansel & GretelOctober 16-25, 2026 Get lost in a forest full of adventure! When Hansel and Gretel wander into the woods, they meet a cast of quirky creatures, from a fiery troll and clever owl to mischievous hobgoblins, all working for a delightfully wicked witch. After Hansel is captured and tempted with endless cake, Gretel […]...

Fiber & Identity: The Maker’s Voice is the an exhibition presented by the Potomac Fiber Arts Guild in partnership with the Workhouse Arts Center Lorton, Virginia as part of Handwork 2026. This exhibit invites the guild members to explore how fiber art reflects personal narrative, heritage, and creative perspective. Featuring works that range from traditional techniques […]...

103F/103Z Music Sampler OLLI at George Mason University presents Music Samplers from September through November. This course highlights examples of the musical talent that abounds at GMU. Each week, Knowledgeable and enthusiastic professors from the Dewberry School of Music of GMU, often accompanied by their most promising students, will generously share their musical gifts in […]...

Instructor: Morgan ParrDate/Time: Saturday, October 17, 10am-NoonCost: $20 Child, $30 Del Ray Artisans member, $40 Non-member; Plus $10 Supply FeeClass size: 3-15 participants(Register by October 13) Decorate your own masquerade mask to wear to the masquerade closing reception or anytime! We’ll be using lots of typical decorating supplies like mod podge and glitter, feathers, markers […]...

Join your community at the 2nd annual Mason District Art Festival – showcasing 50 artists and performers in the heart of Annandale. This free event runs on Saturday, October 17 from 10am until 3pm, rain or shine. Visual artists, potters, photographers, and creatives of all types will be there to share their works with the […]...

artoberVA Offer: Mention “Artober” when you visit the Craft Gallery of Artisans United between October 1 and 31 and receive a 5% discount on your purchase. Only one discount can be used on a purchase. The Craft Gallery is located at 4022 Hummer Road, Annandale VA. The hours are 10:00 to 4:00 Tuesdays through Saturdays […]...

JOIN us for our 23rd annual Great Falls Studios Art Tour, which takes place over two days in Great Falls  – October 17th and 18th – just as the fabulous fall color is erupting in our community.  Go to our website for more artist information and an INTERACTIVE map to lead you to private studios down the beautiful […]...

On October 17, Market Street at Reston Town Center will become a giant canvas as professional and amateur artists, families, and kids fill the pavement with a kaleidoscope of chalk creations at ChalkFest 2026, one of the community’s most colorful and creative events. Whether you’re ready to show off your artistic skills, create something fun […]...

Potomac Music is holding our Fifth Annual Fall Fest in collaboration with Workhouse Arts Center on Saturday, October 17th, 2026 at Workhouse Arts Center in Lorton, VA! Saturday, October 17, 11AM – 6PM Bring the whole family out to enjoy live music, food trucks, local small business vendors, and family friendly activities! Potomac Music will […]...

by McLean Community Players Weekends Oct. 9-11, 16-18 Friday, 7:30 p.m.Saturday, 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.Sunday, 2 p.m.$25/$20/$18Family Friendly They’re creepy, they’re kooky- and they’re perfect for the whole family. The Addams Family, presented by McLean Community Players, is a laugh-out-loud musical comedy that celebrates love, loyalty, and embracing what makes each of us unique. […]...

Squill Calligraphy Studio brings beauty to life with classic calligraphy and lush watercolors. A cornerstone of the studio is protecting resources and the natural beauty around us. Printed products are either on renewable 100% cotton paper or recycled paper, when possible. artoberVA Offer: 50% off all pre-printed cards, gift tags, and bookmarks using the code […]...

Community Makers Foundation brings people together through hands-on creativity, upcycled art, and collaborative community projects. Join us at our free monthly Community Makers Night in Springfield, VA. A free monthly creative gathering where neighbors come together to make art, meet new people, and contribute to projects that make a positive impact in our community. Held […]...

Join local singing groups to sing along to fan favorites and meet new friends. All singers welcome – no singing experience necessary! The first of its kind in Fairfax, this free public sing-along will join over 100 communities across 28 different countries in a global celebration of song and music. artoberVA Offer: Free admission...

Join Better Said Than Done at Clare and Don’s Beach Shack on October 17th for Ghost in the Machine: Terrifying Tales of Technology, with storytellers Jason Howard, Jenn Kamara, Joe Morice, Jack Scheer and more. Clare and Don’s Beach Shack is located at 130 N Washington St, Falls Church, VA 22046. A full dinner and […]...

ArTeA Shop in McLean offers contemporary desserts and freshly steeped organic whole leaf tea with customizable sugar levels and boba cooked daily. artoberVA Offer: ArTeA TeaShop has dedicated a mini pumpkin spice mousse cake in celebration of artoberVA available through October 23....

Exhibit Dates: October 2 – 31, 2026Opening Reception: Friday, October 2 from 7-9pm Welcome one and all to the Carnival of Curiosities art exhibit at Del Ray Artisans where we’ll explore all things carnival and circus related, from fun foods and silly games to quirky costumes, haunted attractions, terrifying oddities, and magical slights of hand! Step right up! But […]...

McLean Project for the Arts to Debut Fall Solo Exhibitions September 17 at Berlage Center for Arts & EducationExhibits include works by Freya Grand, Ian Husting, and Sally Veach McLean Project for the Arts (MPA) will open its 2026 Fall Solo Exhibitions on September 17, 2026 with a 7pm Opening Exhibition Reception at the new Berlage […]...

by McLean Community Players Weekends Oct. 9-11, 16-18 Friday, 7:30 p.m.Saturday, 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.Sunday, 2 p.m.$25/$20/$18Family Friendly They’re creepy, they’re kooky- and they’re perfect for the whole family. The Addams Family, presented by McLean Community Players, is a laugh-out-loud musical comedy that celebrates love, loyalty, and embracing what makes each of us unique. […]...

This performance will be ASL interpreted. Grammy Award-nominated British a cappella ensemble VOCES8 makes its Center for the Arts debut with a performance that’s sure to inspire through the joy of song. As the world’s top streaming classical vocal group, VOCES8 is praised for “gorgeous sound, impeccable ensemble and intense responsiveness to text, harmony and melodic shape—all of the highest quality” […]...

Betrayal Written by Harold Pinter Directed by Alex Levy October 8 – 25, 2026 Emma, Robert and Jerry have history. As her marriage to Robert comes to an end, Emma reconnects with Jerry, her former lover—and her husband’s best friend—as the action unspools backward in time in an inventive retelling by the Nobel Prize-winning playwright. […]...

Spooky Action Theatre and Solas Nua partner on a new play ‘Hakawati /hakəˈwɑːti/. Noun: Storyteller; from the Arabic terms “hekaye” meaning story and “haki” meaning to talk. A tyrant avenges his wife’s infidelity by wedding, bedding and beheading a new bride every day. Years later, only five brides-in-waiting remain. These women are unapologetic, and united in […]...

Fall into the arts this October with The Bold Bakery, a local bakery in Chantilly, VA, and an ArtsFairfax artoberVA culinary arts partner! artoberVA Offer: Take 10% off purchases over $10 with the code ART26...

Liz Edelson Design is a graphic design studio based in the Washington, D.C. area providing custom branding, print, and digital design services to socially responsible and impact-oriented businesses. artoberVA Offer: In celebration of artoberVA, take 15% off custom branding, print, and digital design services for arts organizations and nonprofits throughout October. Discount applies to new […]...

Established in December 1986 by Pat Macintyre, The Reston Art Gallery and Studios (RAGS) in Northern Virginia is a privately owned cooperative gallery in the historical part of Reston known as Lake Anne. Nine juried artists work, exhibit, and sell their art at RAGS, including owner Pat Macintyre and full-time artists Rosemarie Forsythe, Julia Malakoff, […]...

October 8 – November 1, 2026 While a storm was brewing outside their villa on Lake Geneva, the famous writers inside entertained one another with ghost stories. Lord Byron, their host, offered a challenge: produce the perfect tale of terror before the night ends. Conner and Smith’s electrifying musical first premiered in 2016 to critical […]...

Celebrate the beauty of the season with our Fall Art Sale, featuring original landscape paintings inspired by autumn light, color, and atmosphere. Discover timeless works that bring warmth and serenity to any space—available for a limited time. 25% all fall themed art through November 6th. Email TMPaintings@gmail.com or DM at @TinaMaria_official on Instagram for more […]...

Dracula’s Midnight Masquerade returns to historic Dodona Manor in Leesburg, Virginia, October 16–November 1. Step into the story for an immersive outdoor Dracula experience where live theatre, vampires, music, and scares unfold all around you. Rather than watching from a traditional theatre seat, guests journey across the grounds of George C. Marshall’s historic Dodona Manor […]...

Heal through movement and learn the history, culture, basic styles and steps to Palestinian, Lebanese and Iraqi dabke, alongside choreography for performance at our Dabke Social event! We will be teaching 5 weeks of in-depth dabke steps, techniques, choreography and cultural history and significance at $35/per class + performance, starting every Tuesday in October (6, […]...

Hansel & GretelOctober 16-25, 2026 Get lost in a forest full of adventure! When Hansel and Gretel wander into the woods, they meet a cast of quirky creatures, from a fiery troll and clever owl to mischievous hobgoblins, all working for a delightfully wicked witch. After Hansel is captured and tempted with endless cake, Gretel […]...

103F/103Z Music Sampler OLLI at George Mason University presents Music Samplers from September through November. This course highlights examples of the musical talent that abounds at GMU. Each week, Knowledgeable and enthusiastic professors from the Dewberry School of Music of GMU, often accompanied by their most promising students, will generously share their musical gifts in […]...

artoberVA Offer: Mention “Artober” when you visit the Craft Gallery of Artisans United between October 1 and 31 and receive a 5% discount on your purchase. Only one discount can be used on a purchase. The Craft Gallery is located at 4022 Hummer Road, Annandale VA. The hours are 10:00 to 4:00 Tuesdays through Saturdays […]...

JOIN us for our 23rd annual Great Falls Studios Art Tour, which takes place over two days in Great Falls  – October 17th and 18th – just as the fabulous fall color is erupting in our community.  Go to our website for more artist information and an INTERACTIVE map to lead you to private studios down the beautiful […]...

by McLean Community Players Weekends Oct. 9-11, 16-18 Friday, 7:30 p.m.Saturday, 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.Sunday, 2 p.m.$25/$20/$18Family Friendly They’re creepy, they’re kooky- and they’re perfect for the whole family. The Addams Family, presented by McLean Community Players, is a laugh-out-loud musical comedy that celebrates love, loyalty, and embracing what makes each of us unique. […]...

Squill Calligraphy Studio brings beauty to life with classic calligraphy and lush watercolors. A cornerstone of the studio is protecting resources and the natural beauty around us. Printed products are either on renewable 100% cotton paper or recycled paper, when possible. artoberVA Offer: 50% off all pre-printed cards, gift tags, and bookmarks using the code […]...

Community Makers Foundation brings people together through hands-on creativity, upcycled art, and collaborative community projects. Join us at our free monthly Community Makers Night in Springfield, VA. A free monthly creative gathering where neighbors come together to make art, meet new people, and contribute to projects that make a positive impact in our community. Held […]...

Sunday, October 18, 2026 • 4:00 PM Friends of Music Series at St. John’s Lutheran Church, Alexandria The Woodbridge Flute Choir opens its 2026–2027 season with a free concert featuring music that reflects the ensemble’s history, creativity, and community. Under the direction of Artistic Director Debbie Gilbert, the program includes works connected to the Choir’s […]...

Join us for the VCS October Concert Weaving Voices, Sharing Flavors, Singing Peace Think about the most vibrant communities you know. More often than not, they gather around a table. Food, like music, is a universal language. Every culture has its own unique ingredients, rhythms, and spices—but when we mix them together, or share them […]...

ArTeA Shop in McLean offers contemporary desserts and freshly steeped organic whole leaf tea with customizable sugar levels and boba cooked daily. artoberVA Offer: ArTeA TeaShop has dedicated a mini pumpkin spice mousse cake in celebration of artoberVA available through October 23....

Exhibit Dates: October 2 – 31, 2026Opening Reception: Friday, October 2 from 7-9pm Welcome one and all to the Carnival of Curiosities art exhibit at Del Ray Artisans where we’ll explore all things carnival and circus related, from fun foods and silly games to quirky costumes, haunted attractions, terrifying oddities, and magical slights of hand! Step right up! But […]...

McLean Project for the Arts to Debut Fall Solo Exhibitions September 17 at Berlage Center for Arts & EducationExhibits include works by Freya Grand, Ian Husting, and Sally Veach McLean Project for the Arts (MPA) will open its 2026 Fall Solo Exhibitions on September 17, 2026 with a 7pm Opening Exhibition Reception at the new Berlage […]...

Betrayal Written by Harold Pinter Directed by Alex Levy October 8 – 25, 2026 Emma, Robert and Jerry have history. As her marriage to Robert comes to an end, Emma reconnects with Jerry, her former lover—and her husband’s best friend—as the action unspools backward in time in an inventive retelling by the Nobel Prize-winning playwright. […]...

Spooky Action Theatre and Solas Nua partner on a new play ‘Hakawati /hakəˈwɑːti/. Noun: Storyteller; from the Arabic terms “hekaye” meaning story and “haki” meaning to talk. A tyrant avenges his wife’s infidelity by wedding, bedding and beheading a new bride every day. Years later, only five brides-in-waiting remain. These women are unapologetic, and united in […]...

Fall into the arts this October with The Bold Bakery, a local bakery in Chantilly, VA, and an ArtsFairfax artoberVA culinary arts partner! artoberVA Offer: Take 10% off purchases over $10 with the code ART26...

Liz Edelson Design is a graphic design studio based in the Washington, D.C. area providing custom branding, print, and digital design services to socially responsible and impact-oriented businesses. artoberVA Offer: In celebration of artoberVA, take 15% off custom branding, print, and digital design services for arts organizations and nonprofits throughout October. Discount applies to new […]...

Established in December 1986 by Pat Macintyre, The Reston Art Gallery and Studios (RAGS) in Northern Virginia is a privately owned cooperative gallery in the historical part of Reston known as Lake Anne. Nine juried artists work, exhibit, and sell their art at RAGS, including owner Pat Macintyre and full-time artists Rosemarie Forsythe, Julia Malakoff, […]...

October 8 – November 1, 2026 While a storm was brewing outside their villa on Lake Geneva, the famous writers inside entertained one another with ghost stories. Lord Byron, their host, offered a challenge: produce the perfect tale of terror before the night ends. Conner and Smith’s electrifying musical first premiered in 2016 to critical […]...

🩰 Discover the joy of ballet with a FREE class! artoberVA Offer: From October 18–24, Conservatory Ballet is inviting new dancers to experience a class completely free of charge. Whether your dancer is taking their very first steps into ballet or looking for a new studio to call home, this is the perfect opportunity to […]...

Celebrate the beauty of the season with our Fall Art Sale, featuring original landscape paintings inspired by autumn light, color, and atmosphere. Discover timeless works that bring warmth and serenity to any space—available for a limited time. 25% all fall themed art through November 6th. Email TMPaintings@gmail.com or DM at @TinaMaria_official on Instagram for more […]...

Dracula’s Midnight Masquerade returns to historic Dodona Manor in Leesburg, Virginia, October 16–November 1. Step into the story for an immersive outdoor Dracula experience where live theatre, vampires, music, and scares unfold all around you. Rather than watching from a traditional theatre seat, guests journey across the grounds of George C. Marshall’s historic Dodona Manor […]...

Heal through movement and learn the history, culture, basic styles and steps to Palestinian, Lebanese and Iraqi dabke, alongside choreography for performance at our Dabke Social event! We will be teaching 5 weeks of in-depth dabke steps, techniques, choreography and cultural history and significance at $35/per class + performance, starting every Tuesday in October (6, […]...

Hansel & GretelOctober 16-25, 2026 Get lost in a forest full of adventure! When Hansel and Gretel wander into the woods, they meet a cast of quirky creatures, from a fiery troll and clever owl to mischievous hobgoblins, all working for a delightfully wicked witch. After Hansel is captured and tempted with endless cake, Gretel […]...

103F/103Z Music Sampler OLLI at George Mason University presents Music Samplers from September through November. This course highlights examples of the musical talent that abounds at GMU. Each week, Knowledgeable and enthusiastic professors from the Dewberry School of Music of GMU, often accompanied by their most promising students, will generously share their musical gifts in […]...

artoberVA Offer: Mention “Artober” when you visit the Craft Gallery of Artisans United between October 1 and 31 and receive a 5% discount on your purchase. Only one discount can be used on a purchase. The Craft Gallery is located at 4022 Hummer Road, Annandale VA. The hours are 10:00 to 4:00 Tuesdays through Saturdays […]...

Squill Calligraphy Studio brings beauty to life with classic calligraphy and lush watercolors. A cornerstone of the studio is protecting resources and the natural beauty around us. Printed products are either on renewable 100% cotton paper or recycled paper, when possible. artoberVA Offer: 50% off all pre-printed cards, gift tags, and bookmarks using the code […]...

Community Makers Foundation brings people together through hands-on creativity, upcycled art, and collaborative community projects. Join us at our free monthly Community Makers Night in Springfield, VA. A free monthly creative gathering where neighbors come together to make art, meet new people, and contribute to projects that make a positive impact in our community. Held […]...

ArTeA Shop in McLean offers contemporary desserts and freshly steeped organic whole leaf tea with customizable sugar levels and boba cooked daily. artoberVA Offer: ArTeA TeaShop has dedicated a mini pumpkin spice mousse cake in celebration of artoberVA available through October 23....

Exhibit Dates: October 2 – 31, 2026Opening Reception: Friday, October 2 from 7-9pm Welcome one and all to the Carnival of Curiosities art exhibit at Del Ray Artisans where we’ll explore all things carnival and circus related, from fun foods and silly games to quirky costumes, haunted attractions, terrifying oddities, and magical slights of hand! Step right up! But […]...

Discover gel printmaking—a playful way to create one-of-a-kind prints using paint, texture, stencils, and everyday objects. Experiment with color, layers, and happy accidents, then transform your prints in unexpected ways. No experience needed; all materials provided. Teacher: Rev. Casey Wait $30/session artoberVA Offer: Use code Artober20 for 20% off!...

McLean Project for the Arts to Debut Fall Solo Exhibitions September 17 at Berlage Center for Arts & EducationExhibits include works by Freya Grand, Ian Husting, and Sally Veach McLean Project for the Arts (MPA) will open its 2026 Fall Solo Exhibitions on September 17, 2026 with a 7pm Opening Exhibition Reception at the new Berlage […]...

Betrayal Written by Harold Pinter Directed by Alex Levy October 8 – 25, 2026 Emma, Robert and Jerry have history. As her marriage to Robert comes to an end, Emma reconnects with Jerry, her former lover—and her husband’s best friend—as the action unspools backward in time in an inventive retelling by the Nobel Prize-winning playwright. […]...

Fall into the arts this October with The Bold Bakery, a local bakery in Chantilly, VA, and an ArtsFairfax artoberVA culinary arts partner! artoberVA Offer: Take 10% off purchases over $10 with the code ART26...

Liz Edelson Design is a graphic design studio based in the Washington, D.C. area providing custom branding, print, and digital design services to socially responsible and impact-oriented businesses. artoberVA Offer: In celebration of artoberVA, take 15% off custom branding, print, and digital design services for arts organizations and nonprofits throughout October. Discount applies to new […]...

Established in December 1986 by Pat Macintyre, The Reston Art Gallery and Studios (RAGS) in Northern Virginia is a privately owned cooperative gallery in the historical part of Reston known as Lake Anne. Nine juried artists work, exhibit, and sell their art at RAGS, including owner Pat Macintyre and full-time artists Rosemarie Forsythe, Julia Malakoff, […]...

October 8 – November 1, 2026 While a storm was brewing outside their villa on Lake Geneva, the famous writers inside entertained one another with ghost stories. Lord Byron, their host, offered a challenge: produce the perfect tale of terror before the night ends. Conner and Smith’s electrifying musical first premiered in 2016 to critical […]...

🩰 Discover the joy of ballet with a FREE class! artoberVA Offer: From October 18–24, Conservatory Ballet is inviting new dancers to experience a class completely free of charge. Whether your dancer is taking their very first steps into ballet or looking for a new studio to call home, this is the perfect opportunity to […]...

Celebrate the beauty of the season with our Fall Art Sale, featuring original landscape paintings inspired by autumn light, color, and atmosphere. Discover timeless works that bring warmth and serenity to any space—available for a limited time. 25% all fall themed art through November 6th. Email TMPaintings@gmail.com or DM at @TinaMaria_official on Instagram for more […]...

Dracula’s Midnight Masquerade returns to historic Dodona Manor in Leesburg, Virginia, October 16–November 1. Step into the story for an immersive outdoor Dracula experience where live theatre, vampires, music, and scares unfold all around you. Rather than watching from a traditional theatre seat, guests journey across the grounds of George C. Marshall’s historic Dodona Manor […]...

Heal through movement and learn the history, culture, basic styles and steps to Palestinian, Lebanese and Iraqi dabke, alongside choreography for performance at our Dabke Social event! We will be teaching 5 weeks of in-depth dabke steps, techniques, choreography and cultural history and significance at $35/per class + performance, starting every Tuesday in October (6, […]...

Hansel & GretelOctober 16-25, 2026 Get lost in a forest full of adventure! When Hansel and Gretel wander into the woods, they meet a cast of quirky creatures, from a fiery troll and clever owl to mischievous hobgoblins, all working for a delightfully wicked witch. After Hansel is captured and tempted with endless cake, Gretel […]...

103F/103Z Music Sampler OLLI at George Mason University presents Music Samplers from September through November. This course highlights examples of the musical talent that abounds at GMU. Each week, Knowledgeable and enthusiastic professors from the Dewberry School of Music of GMU, often accompanied by their most promising students, will generously share their musical gifts in […]...

artoberVA Offer: Mention “Artober” when you visit the Craft Gallery of Artisans United between October 1 and 31 and receive a 5% discount on your purchase. Only one discount can be used on a purchase. The Craft Gallery is located at 4022 Hummer Road, Annandale VA. The hours are 10:00 to 4:00 Tuesdays through Saturdays […]...

Squill Calligraphy Studio brings beauty to life with classic calligraphy and lush watercolors. A cornerstone of the studio is protecting resources and the natural beauty around us. Printed products are either on renewable 100% cotton paper or recycled paper, when possible. artoberVA Offer: 50% off all pre-printed cards, gift tags, and bookmarks using the code […]...

Community Makers Foundation brings people together through hands-on creativity, upcycled art, and collaborative community projects. Join us at our free monthly Community Makers Night in Springfield, VA. A free monthly creative gathering where neighbors come together to make art, meet new people, and contribute to projects that make a positive impact in our community. Held […]...

ArTeA Shop in McLean offers contemporary desserts and freshly steeped organic whole leaf tea with customizable sugar levels and boba cooked daily. artoberVA Offer: ArTeA TeaShop has dedicated a mini pumpkin spice mousse cake in celebration of artoberVA available through October 23....

Exhibit Dates: October 2 – 31, 2026Opening Reception: Friday, October 2 from 7-9pm Welcome one and all to the Carnival of Curiosities art exhibit at Del Ray Artisans where we’ll explore all things carnival and circus related, from fun foods and silly games to quirky costumes, haunted attractions, terrifying oddities, and magical slights of hand! Step right up! But […]...

Rage Dance – Transforming emotions into clarity and understanding Looking for a healthy, empowering way to release pent‑up emotions? Let’s dance it out. Rage Dancing is a dynamic, therapeutic movement practice that channels anger, frustration, and intense feelings into grounding, liberating full‑body expression. Through shaking, stomping, rhythmic release, and intuitive movement, you’ll safely move energy […]...

McLean Project for the Arts to Debut Fall Solo Exhibitions September 17 at Berlage Center for Arts & EducationExhibits include works by Freya Grand, Ian Husting, and Sally Veach McLean Project for the Arts (MPA) will open its 2026 Fall Solo Exhibitions on September 17, 2026 with a 7pm Opening Exhibition Reception at the new Berlage […]...

Betrayal Written by Harold Pinter Directed by Alex Levy October 8 – 25, 2026 Emma, Robert and Jerry have history. As her marriage to Robert comes to an end, Emma reconnects with Jerry, her former lover—and her husband’s best friend—as the action unspools backward in time in an inventive retelling by the Nobel Prize-winning playwright. […]...

Fall into the arts this October with The Bold Bakery, a local bakery in Chantilly, VA, and an ArtsFairfax artoberVA culinary arts partner! artoberVA Offer: Take 10% off purchases over $10 with the code ART26...

Liz Edelson Design is a graphic design studio based in the Washington, D.C. area providing custom branding, print, and digital design services to socially responsible and impact-oriented businesses. artoberVA Offer: In celebration of artoberVA, take 15% off custom branding, print, and digital design services for arts organizations and nonprofits throughout October. Discount applies to new […]...

Established in December 1986 by Pat Macintyre, The Reston Art Gallery and Studios (RAGS) in Northern Virginia is a privately owned cooperative gallery in the historical part of Reston known as Lake Anne. Nine juried artists work, exhibit, and sell their art at RAGS, including owner Pat Macintyre and full-time artists Rosemarie Forsythe, Julia Malakoff, […]...

October 8 – November 1, 2026 While a storm was brewing outside their villa on Lake Geneva, the famous writers inside entertained one another with ghost stories. Lord Byron, their host, offered a challenge: produce the perfect tale of terror before the night ends. Conner and Smith’s electrifying musical first premiered in 2016 to critical […]...

🩰 Discover the joy of ballet with a FREE class! artoberVA Offer: From October 18–24, Conservatory Ballet is inviting new dancers to experience a class completely free of charge. Whether your dancer is taking their very first steps into ballet or looking for a new studio to call home, this is the perfect opportunity to […]...

Celebrate the beauty of the season with our Fall Art Sale, featuring original landscape paintings inspired by autumn light, color, and atmosphere. Discover timeless works that bring warmth and serenity to any space—available for a limited time. 25% all fall themed art through November 6th. Email TMPaintings@gmail.com or DM at @TinaMaria_official on Instagram for more […]...

Dracula’s Midnight Masquerade returns to historic Dodona Manor in Leesburg, Virginia, October 16–November 1. Step into the story for an immersive outdoor Dracula experience where live theatre, vampires, music, and scares unfold all around you. Rather than watching from a traditional theatre seat, guests journey across the grounds of George C. Marshall’s historic Dodona Manor […]...

Heal through movement and learn the history, culture, basic styles and steps to Palestinian, Lebanese and Iraqi dabke, alongside choreography for performance at our Dabke Social event! We will be teaching 5 weeks of in-depth dabke steps, techniques, choreography and cultural history and significance at $35/per class + performance, starting every Tuesday in October (6, […]...

Hansel & GretelOctober 16-25, 2026 Get lost in a forest full of adventure! When Hansel and Gretel wander into the woods, they meet a cast of quirky creatures, from a fiery troll and clever owl to mischievous hobgoblins, all working for a delightfully wicked witch. After Hansel is captured and tempted with endless cake, Gretel […]...

103F/103Z Music Sampler OLLI at George Mason University presents Music Samplers from September through November. This course highlights examples of the musical talent that abounds at GMU. Each week, Knowledgeable and enthusiastic professors from the Dewberry School of Music of GMU, often accompanied by their most promising students, will generously share their musical gifts in […]...

artoberVA Offer: Mention “Artober” when you visit the Craft Gallery of Artisans United between October 1 and 31 and receive a 5% discount on your purchase. Only one discount can be used on a purchase. The Craft Gallery is located at 4022 Hummer Road, Annandale VA. The hours are 10:00 to 4:00 Tuesdays through Saturdays […]...

Join MPA Artistic Director Nancy Sausser in conversation on MPA’s 15th (Not) Strictly Painting, our juried biennial exhibition celebrating the depth and breadth of paintings–or works related in some way to painting–from artists throughout the mid-Atlantic area. artoberVA Offer: Free admission...

Squill Calligraphy Studio brings beauty to life with classic calligraphy and lush watercolors. A cornerstone of the studio is protecting resources and the natural beauty around us. Printed products are either on renewable 100% cotton paper or recycled paper, when possible. artoberVA Offer: 50% off all pre-printed cards, gift tags, and bookmarks using the code […]...

Community Makers Foundation brings people together through hands-on creativity, upcycled art, and collaborative community projects. Join us at our free monthly Community Makers Night in Springfield, VA. A free monthly creative gathering where neighbors come together to make art, meet new people, and contribute to projects that make a positive impact in our community. Held […]...

ArTeA Shop in McLean offers contemporary desserts and freshly steeped organic whole leaf tea with customizable sugar levels and boba cooked daily. artoberVA Offer: ArTeA TeaShop has dedicated a mini pumpkin spice mousse cake in celebration of artoberVA available through October 23....

Exhibit Dates: October 2 – 31, 2026Opening Reception: Friday, October 2 from 7-9pm Welcome one and all to the Carnival of Curiosities art exhibit at Del Ray Artisans where we’ll explore all things carnival and circus related, from fun foods and silly games to quirky costumes, haunted attractions, terrifying oddities, and magical slights of hand! Step right up! But […]...

McLean Project for the Arts to Debut Fall Solo Exhibitions September 17 at Berlage Center for Arts & EducationExhibits include works by Freya Grand, Ian Husting, and Sally Veach McLean Project for the Arts (MPA) will open its 2026 Fall Solo Exhibitions on September 17, 2026 with a 7pm Opening Exhibition Reception at the new Berlage […]...

Betrayal Written by Harold Pinter Directed by Alex Levy October 8 – 25, 2026 Emma, Robert and Jerry have history. As her marriage to Robert comes to an end, Emma reconnects with Jerry, her former lover—and her husband’s best friend—as the action unspools backward in time in an inventive retelling by the Nobel Prize-winning playwright. […]...

Experience captivating films that move you, transporting your imagination to new worlds from the comfort of The Leila Gordon Theatre.   A powerful true story that follows Bryan Stevenson as he takes on the case of a wrongfully convicted man on Alabama’s death row. (2019, PG-13)  For more information about Movies That Move, contact Paul Douglas […]...

Fall into the arts this October with The Bold Bakery, a local bakery in Chantilly, VA, and an ArtsFairfax artoberVA culinary arts partner! artoberVA Offer: Take 10% off purchases over $10 with the code ART26...

Liz Edelson Design is a graphic design studio based in the Washington, D.C. area providing custom branding, print, and digital design services to socially responsible and impact-oriented businesses. artoberVA Offer: In celebration of artoberVA, take 15% off custom branding, print, and digital design services for arts organizations and nonprofits throughout October. Discount applies to new […]...

Established in December 1986 by Pat Macintyre, The Reston Art Gallery and Studios (RAGS) in Northern Virginia is a privately owned cooperative gallery in the historical part of Reston known as Lake Anne. Nine juried artists work, exhibit, and sell their art at RAGS, including owner Pat Macintyre and full-time artists Rosemarie Forsythe, Julia Malakoff, […]...

October 8 – November 1, 2026 While a storm was brewing outside their villa on Lake Geneva, the famous writers inside entertained one another with ghost stories. Lord Byron, their host, offered a challenge: produce the perfect tale of terror before the night ends. Conner and Smith’s electrifying musical first premiered in 2016 to critical […]...

🩰 Discover the joy of ballet with a FREE class! artoberVA Offer: From October 18–24, Conservatory Ballet is inviting new dancers to experience a class completely free of charge. Whether your dancer is taking their very first steps into ballet or looking for a new studio to call home, this is the perfect opportunity to […]...

Celebrate the beauty of the season with our Fall Art Sale, featuring original landscape paintings inspired by autumn light, color, and atmosphere. Discover timeless works that bring warmth and serenity to any space—available for a limited time. 25% all fall themed art through November 6th. Email TMPaintings@gmail.com or DM at @TinaMaria_official on Instagram for more […]...

Dracula’s Midnight Masquerade returns to historic Dodona Manor in Leesburg, Virginia, October 16–November 1. Step into the story for an immersive outdoor Dracula experience where live theatre, vampires, music, and scares unfold all around you. Rather than watching from a traditional theatre seat, guests journey across the grounds of George C. Marshall’s historic Dodona Manor […]...

Heal through movement and learn the history, culture, basic styles and steps to Palestinian, Lebanese and Iraqi dabke, alongside choreography for performance at our Dabke Social event! We will be teaching 5 weeks of in-depth dabke steps, techniques, choreography and cultural history and significance at $35/per class + performance, starting every Tuesday in October (6, […]...

Hansel & GretelOctober 16-25, 2026 Get lost in a forest full of adventure! When Hansel and Gretel wander into the woods, they meet a cast of quirky creatures, from a fiery troll and clever owl to mischievous hobgoblins, all working for a delightfully wicked witch. After Hansel is captured and tempted with endless cake, Gretel […]...

103F/103Z Music Sampler OLLI at George Mason University presents Music Samplers from September through November. This course highlights examples of the musical talent that abounds at GMU. Each week, Knowledgeable and enthusiastic professors from the Dewberry School of Music of GMU, often accompanied by their most promising students, will generously share their musical gifts in […]...

artoberVA Offer: Mention “Artober” when you visit the Craft Gallery of Artisans United between October 1 and 31 and receive a 5% discount on your purchase. Only one discount can be used on a purchase. The Craft Gallery is located at 4022 Hummer Road, Annandale VA. The hours are 10:00 to 4:00 Tuesdays through Saturdays […]...

Squill Calligraphy Studio brings beauty to life with classic calligraphy and lush watercolors. A cornerstone of the studio is protecting resources and the natural beauty around us. Printed products are either on renewable 100% cotton paper or recycled paper, when possible. artoberVA Offer: 50% off all pre-printed cards, gift tags, and bookmarks using the code […]...

Enjoy an engaging mix of Great American Songbook, light jazz and contemporary favorites.  These programs are a joint venture between Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at George Mason University and Reston Community Center. The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at George Mason University offers daytime courses, lectures, special events and other activities year-round. There are no exams, no credits, no […]...

Community Makers Foundation brings people together through hands-on creativity, upcycled art, and collaborative community projects. Join us at our free monthly Community Makers Night in Springfield, VA. A free monthly creative gathering where neighbors come together to make art, meet new people, and contribute to projects that make a positive impact in our community. Held […]...

ArTeA Shop in McLean offers contemporary desserts and freshly steeped organic whole leaf tea with customizable sugar levels and boba cooked daily. artoberVA Offer: ArTeA TeaShop has dedicated a mini pumpkin spice mousse cake in celebration of artoberVA available through October 23....

Exhibit Dates: October 2 – 31, 2026Opening Reception: Friday, October 2 from 7-9pm Welcome one and all to the Carnival of Curiosities art exhibit at Del Ray Artisans where we’ll explore all things carnival and circus related, from fun foods and silly games to quirky costumes, haunted attractions, terrifying oddities, and magical slights of hand! Step right up! But […]...

McLean Project for the Arts to Debut Fall Solo Exhibitions September 17 at Berlage Center for Arts & EducationExhibits include works by Freya Grand, Ian Husting, and Sally Veach McLean Project for the Arts (MPA) will open its 2026 Fall Solo Exhibitions on September 17, 2026 with a 7pm Opening Exhibition Reception at the new Berlage […]...

Betrayal Written by Harold Pinter Directed by Alex Levy October 8 – 25, 2026 Emma, Robert and Jerry have history. As her marriage to Robert comes to an end, Emma reconnects with Jerry, her former lover—and her husband’s best friend—as the action unspools backward in time in an inventive retelling by the Nobel Prize-winning playwright. […]...

Fall into the arts this October with The Bold Bakery, a local bakery in Chantilly, VA, and an ArtsFairfax artoberVA culinary arts partner! artoberVA Offer: Take 10% off purchases over $10 with the code ART26...

Liz Edelson Design is a graphic design studio based in the Washington, D.C. area providing custom branding, print, and digital design services to socially responsible and impact-oriented businesses. artoberVA Offer: In celebration of artoberVA, take 15% off custom branding, print, and digital design services for arts organizations and nonprofits throughout October. Discount applies to new […]...

Established in December 1986 by Pat Macintyre, The Reston Art Gallery and Studios (RAGS) in Northern Virginia is a privately owned cooperative gallery in the historical part of Reston known as Lake Anne. Nine juried artists work, exhibit, and sell their art at RAGS, including owner Pat Macintyre and full-time artists Rosemarie Forsythe, Julia Malakoff, […]...

October 8 – November 1, 2026 While a storm was brewing outside their villa on Lake Geneva, the famous writers inside entertained one another with ghost stories. Lord Byron, their host, offered a challenge: produce the perfect tale of terror before the night ends. Conner and Smith’s electrifying musical first premiered in 2016 to critical […]...

🩰 Discover the joy of ballet with a FREE class! artoberVA Offer: From October 18–24, Conservatory Ballet is inviting new dancers to experience a class completely free of charge. Whether your dancer is taking their very first steps into ballet or looking for a new studio to call home, this is the perfect opportunity to […]...

Celebrate the beauty of the season with our Fall Art Sale, featuring original landscape paintings inspired by autumn light, color, and atmosphere. Discover timeless works that bring warmth and serenity to any space—available for a limited time. 25% all fall themed art through November 6th. Email TMPaintings@gmail.com or DM at @TinaMaria_official on Instagram for more […]...

Dracula’s Midnight Masquerade returns to historic Dodona Manor in Leesburg, Virginia, October 16–November 1. Step into the story for an immersive outdoor Dracula experience where live theatre, vampires, music, and scares unfold all around you. Rather than watching from a traditional theatre seat, guests journey across the grounds of George C. Marshall’s historic Dodona Manor […]...

Heal through movement and learn the history, culture, basic styles and steps to Palestinian, Lebanese and Iraqi dabke, alongside choreography for performance at our Dabke Social event! We will be teaching 5 weeks of in-depth dabke steps, techniques, choreography and cultural history and significance at $35/per class + performance, starting every Tuesday in October (6, […]...

Hansel & GretelOctober 16-25, 2026 Get lost in a forest full of adventure! When Hansel and Gretel wander into the woods, they meet a cast of quirky creatures, from a fiery troll and clever owl to mischievous hobgoblins, all working for a delightfully wicked witch. After Hansel is captured and tempted with endless cake, Gretel […]...

103F/103Z Music Sampler OLLI at George Mason University presents Music Samplers from September through November. This course highlights examples of the musical talent that abounds at GMU. Each week, Knowledgeable and enthusiastic professors from the Dewberry School of Music of GMU, often accompanied by their most promising students, will generously share their musical gifts in […]...

artoberVA Offer: Mention “Artober” when you visit the Craft Gallery of Artisans United between October 1 and 31 and receive a 5% discount on your purchase. Only one discount can be used on a purchase. The Craft Gallery is located at 4022 Hummer Road, Annandale VA. The hours are 10:00 to 4:00 Tuesdays through Saturdays […]...

Squill Calligraphy Studio brings beauty to life with classic calligraphy and lush watercolors. A cornerstone of the studio is protecting resources and the natural beauty around us. Printed products are either on renewable 100% cotton paper or recycled paper, when possible. artoberVA Offer: 50% off all pre-printed cards, gift tags, and bookmarks using the code […]...

Community Makers Foundation brings people together through hands-on creativity, upcycled art, and collaborative community projects. Join us at our free monthly Community Makers Night in Springfield, VA. A free monthly creative gathering where neighbors come together to make art, meet new people, and contribute to projects that make a positive impact in our community. Held […]...

Join us for a sultry night of ballet set to contemporary and classic jazz tunes as we present the opening production of the 2026-27 season, Jazz In Motion. Once again we collaborate with the Kim Reynolds Band for a truly unique entertainment event blending original contemporary choreography with jazz standards, original jazz works and vocal […]...

ArTeA Shop in McLean offers contemporary desserts and freshly steeped organic whole leaf tea with customizable sugar levels and boba cooked daily. artoberVA Offer: ArTeA TeaShop has dedicated a mini pumpkin spice mousse cake in celebration of artoberVA available through October 23....

Toad the Wet Sprocket, the beloved alternative rock band from Santa Barbara, California, first captured audiences in the late 1980s with their heartfelt lyrics and melodic sound. Rising to prominence with albums like Fear (1991) and Dulcinea (1994), they became known for hits such as “Walk on the Ocean,” “All I Want,” and “Good Intentions.” […]...

Exhibit Dates: October 2 – 31, 2026Opening Reception: Friday, October 2 from 7-9pm Welcome one and all to the Carnival of Curiosities art exhibit at Del Ray Artisans where we’ll explore all things carnival and circus related, from fun foods and silly games to quirky costumes, haunted attractions, terrifying oddities, and magical slights of hand! Step right up! But […]...

McLean Project for the Arts to Debut Fall Solo Exhibitions September 17 at Berlage Center for Arts & EducationExhibits include works by Freya Grand, Ian Husting, and Sally Veach McLean Project for the Arts (MPA) will open its 2026 Fall Solo Exhibitions on September 17, 2026 with a 7pm Opening Exhibition Reception at the new Berlage […]...

“Knives Out!” Enjoy free popcorn, refreshments & candy! Doors open at 6:30 pm. Join us for “Knives Out” – a 2019 movie by “old soul” writer/director Rian Johnson, who mixes Agatha Christie’s classic murder mystery formula with modern-day twists.  Cast includes veteran actors Daniel Craig, Christopher Plummer, Don Johnson, Jamie Lee Curtis, and Chris Evans. […]...

Betrayal Written by Harold Pinter Directed by Alex Levy October 8 – 25, 2026 Emma, Robert and Jerry have history. As her marriage to Robert comes to an end, Emma reconnects with Jerry, her former lover—and her husband’s best friend—as the action unspools backward in time in an inventive retelling by the Nobel Prize-winning playwright. […]...

Fall into the arts this October with The Bold Bakery, a local bakery in Chantilly, VA, and an ArtsFairfax artoberVA culinary arts partner! artoberVA Offer: Take 10% off purchases over $10 with the code ART26...

Liz Edelson Design is a graphic design studio based in the Washington, D.C. area providing custom branding, print, and digital design services to socially responsible and impact-oriented businesses. artoberVA Offer: In celebration of artoberVA, take 15% off custom branding, print, and digital design services for arts organizations and nonprofits throughout October. Discount applies to new […]...

Established in December 1986 by Pat Macintyre, The Reston Art Gallery and Studios (RAGS) in Northern Virginia is a privately owned cooperative gallery in the historical part of Reston known as Lake Anne. Nine juried artists work, exhibit, and sell their art at RAGS, including owner Pat Macintyre and full-time artists Rosemarie Forsythe, Julia Malakoff, […]...

October 8 – November 1, 2026 While a storm was brewing outside their villa on Lake Geneva, the famous writers inside entertained one another with ghost stories. Lord Byron, their host, offered a challenge: produce the perfect tale of terror before the night ends. Conner and Smith’s electrifying musical first premiered in 2016 to critical […]...

🩰 Discover the joy of ballet with a FREE class! artoberVA Offer: From October 18–24, Conservatory Ballet is inviting new dancers to experience a class completely free of charge. Whether your dancer is taking their very first steps into ballet or looking for a new studio to call home, this is the perfect opportunity to […]...

Celebrate the beauty of the season with our Fall Art Sale, featuring original landscape paintings inspired by autumn light, color, and atmosphere. Discover timeless works that bring warmth and serenity to any space—available for a limited time. 25% all fall themed art through November 6th. Email TMPaintings@gmail.com or DM at @TinaMaria_official on Instagram for more […]...

Dracula’s Midnight Masquerade returns to historic Dodona Manor in Leesburg, Virginia, October 16–November 1. Step into the story for an immersive outdoor Dracula experience where live theatre, vampires, music, and scares unfold all around you. Rather than watching from a traditional theatre seat, guests journey across the grounds of George C. Marshall’s historic Dodona Manor […]...

Heal through movement and learn the history, culture, basic styles and steps to Palestinian, Lebanese and Iraqi dabke, alongside choreography for performance at our Dabke Social event! We will be teaching 5 weeks of in-depth dabke steps, techniques, choreography and cultural history and significance at $35/per class + performance, starting every Tuesday in October (6, […]...

Hansel & GretelOctober 16-25, 2026 Get lost in a forest full of adventure! When Hansel and Gretel wander into the woods, they meet a cast of quirky creatures, from a fiery troll and clever owl to mischievous hobgoblins, all working for a delightfully wicked witch. After Hansel is captured and tempted with endless cake, Gretel […]...

103F/103Z Music Sampler OLLI at George Mason University presents Music Samplers from September through November. This course highlights examples of the musical talent that abounds at GMU. Each week, Knowledgeable and enthusiastic professors from the Dewberry School of Music of GMU, often accompanied by their most promising students, will generously share their musical gifts in […]...

artoberVA Offer: Mention “Artober” when you visit the Craft Gallery of Artisans United between October 1 and 31 and receive a 5% discount on your purchase. Only one discount can be used on a purchase. The Craft Gallery is located at 4022 Hummer Road, Annandale VA. The hours are 10:00 to 4:00 Tuesdays through Saturdays […]...

Squill Calligraphy Studio brings beauty to life with classic calligraphy and lush watercolors. A cornerstone of the studio is protecting resources and the natural beauty around us. Printed products are either on renewable 100% cotton paper or recycled paper, when possible. artoberVA Offer: 50% off all pre-printed cards, gift tags, and bookmarks using the code […]...

Community Makers Foundation brings people together through hands-on creativity, upcycled art, and collaborative community projects. Join us at our free monthly Community Makers Night in Springfield, VA. A free monthly creative gathering where neighbors come together to make art, meet new people, and contribute to projects that make a positive impact in our community. Held […]...

Join us for a sultry night of ballet set to contemporary and classic jazz tunes as we present the opening production of the 2026-27 season, Jazz In Motion. Once again we collaborate with the Kim Reynolds Band for a truly unique entertainment event blending original contemporary choreography with jazz standards, original jazz works and vocal […]...

Join us for a spooktacular in-person FREE event at Nova Labs! Featuring the Spooky Carnival with lots of ghoulishly fun and freaky games and door prizes! Get ready for an epic Halloween adventure in high tech and creativity. Dress up in your scariest or most creative costume and roam around our decorated trunks, collecting treats […]...

Exhibit Dates: October 2 – 31, 2026Opening Reception: Friday, October 2 from 7-9pm Welcome one and all to the Carnival of Curiosities art exhibit at Del Ray Artisans where we’ll explore all things carnival and circus related, from fun foods and silly games to quirky costumes, haunted attractions, terrifying oddities, and magical slights of hand! Step right up! But […]...

McLean Project for the Arts to Debut Fall Solo Exhibitions September 17 at Berlage Center for Arts & EducationExhibits include works by Freya Grand, Ian Husting, and Sally Veach McLean Project for the Arts (MPA) will open its 2026 Fall Solo Exhibitions on September 17, 2026 with a 7pm Opening Exhibition Reception at the new Berlage […]...

Organizer: Tracy WilkersonDate/Time: Saturday, October 24 starting at 7:30pmCost: Free; donations appreciatedTheatre Size: up to 30 movie-goers(Register to save a seat; walk-ins welcome, space permitting.) Join us at Del Ray Artisans on Saturday, October 17 for our movie marathon featuring Goosebumps and Something Wicked This Way Comes. Stop in for the first movie, the last […]...

This performance will be audio described. Led by the Algerian choreographer Hervé Koubi, Compagnie HERVÉ KOUBI makes its thrilling Center for the Arts debut. Drawing from Algerian and Mediterranean culture, the companycombines contemporary and urban dance, capoeira, and martial arts with powerful imagery and entrancing choreography. The New York Times declares, “They fly. They spin. They change […]...

Betrayal Written by Harold Pinter Directed by Alex Levy October 8 – 25, 2026 Emma, Robert and Jerry have history. As her marriage to Robert comes to an end, Emma reconnects with Jerry, her former lover—and her husband’s best friend—as the action unspools backward in time in an inventive retelling by the Nobel Prize-winning playwright. […]...

Fall into the arts this October with The Bold Bakery, a local bakery in Chantilly, VA, and an ArtsFairfax artoberVA culinary arts partner! artoberVA Offer: Take 10% off purchases over $10 with the code ART26...

Liz Edelson Design is a graphic design studio based in the Washington, D.C. area providing custom branding, print, and digital design services to socially responsible and impact-oriented businesses. artoberVA Offer: In celebration of artoberVA, take 15% off custom branding, print, and digital design services for arts organizations and nonprofits throughout October. Discount applies to new […]...

Established in December 1986 by Pat Macintyre, The Reston Art Gallery and Studios (RAGS) in Northern Virginia is a privately owned cooperative gallery in the historical part of Reston known as Lake Anne. Nine juried artists work, exhibit, and sell their art at RAGS, including owner Pat Macintyre and full-time artists Rosemarie Forsythe, Julia Malakoff, […]...

October 8 – November 1, 2026 While a storm was brewing outside their villa on Lake Geneva, the famous writers inside entertained one another with ghost stories. Lord Byron, their host, offered a challenge: produce the perfect tale of terror before the night ends. Conner and Smith’s electrifying musical first premiered in 2016 to critical […]...

🩰 Discover the joy of ballet with a FREE class! artoberVA Offer: From October 18–24, Conservatory Ballet is inviting new dancers to experience a class completely free of charge. Whether your dancer is taking their very first steps into ballet or looking for a new studio to call home, this is the perfect opportunity to […]...

Celebrate the beauty of the season with our Fall Art Sale, featuring original landscape paintings inspired by autumn light, color, and atmosphere. Discover timeless works that bring warmth and serenity to any space—available for a limited time. 25% all fall themed art through November 6th. Email TMPaintings@gmail.com or DM at @TinaMaria_official on Instagram for more […]...

Dracula’s Midnight Masquerade returns to historic Dodona Manor in Leesburg, Virginia, October 16–November 1. Step into the story for an immersive outdoor Dracula experience where live theatre, vampires, music, and scares unfold all around you. Rather than watching from a traditional theatre seat, guests journey across the grounds of George C. Marshall’s historic Dodona Manor […]...

Heal through movement and learn the history, culture, basic styles and steps to Palestinian, Lebanese and Iraqi dabke, alongside choreography for performance at our Dabke Social event! We will be teaching 5 weeks of in-depth dabke steps, techniques, choreography and cultural history and significance at $35/per class + performance, starting every Tuesday in October (6, […]...

Hansel & GretelOctober 16-25, 2026 Get lost in a forest full of adventure! When Hansel and Gretel wander into the woods, they meet a cast of quirky creatures, from a fiery troll and clever owl to mischievous hobgoblins, all working for a delightfully wicked witch. After Hansel is captured and tempted with endless cake, Gretel […]...

103F/103Z Music Sampler OLLI at George Mason University presents Music Samplers from September through November. This course highlights examples of the musical talent that abounds at GMU. Each week, Knowledgeable and enthusiastic professors from the Dewberry School of Music of GMU, often accompanied by their most promising students, will generously share their musical gifts in […]...

Instructor: Alexandra MarshallDate/Time: Sunday, October 25, 10am – 12 noonCost: $20 Del Ray Artisans member / $30 Non-member; plus a $5 Supply FeeClass size: 2-15 participants(Register by October 21) Prepare yourself for a morning of inspiration, creation, and connection to the natural roots of Texcoco lake. In this workshop, we’ll learn how to paint with nature, […]...

artoberVA Offer: Mention “Artober” when you visit the Craft Gallery of Artisans United between October 1 and 31 and receive a 5% discount on your purchase. Only one discount can be used on a purchase. The Craft Gallery is located at 4022 Hummer Road, Annandale VA. The hours are 10:00 to 4:00 Tuesdays through Saturdays […]...

Squill Calligraphy Studio brings beauty to life with classic calligraphy and lush watercolors. A cornerstone of the studio is protecting resources and the natural beauty around us. Printed products are either on renewable 100% cotton paper or recycled paper, when possible. artoberVA Offer: 50% off all pre-printed cards, gift tags, and bookmarks using the code […]...

Community Makers Foundation brings people together through hands-on creativity, upcycled art, and collaborative community projects. Join us at our free monthly Community Makers Night in Springfield, VA. A free monthly creative gathering where neighbors come together to make art, meet new people, and contribute to projects that make a positive impact in our community. Held […]...

Join us for a sultry night of ballet set to contemporary and classic jazz tunes as we present the opening production of the 2026-27 season, Jazz In Motion. Once again we collaborate with the Kim Reynolds Band for a truly unique entertainment event blending original contemporary choreography with jazz standards, original jazz works and vocal […]...

Join the Herndon Regional Wind Ensemble as we kick off our 2026-2027 season with a FREE fall concert! “Fall for Music” is a celebration in musical contrast – the classic and the contemporary, the triumphant and the reflective, the lyrical and the dramatic. This concert truly has something for everyone! Join us on Sunday, October […]...

Celebrates 30 years of The Carnival with the Fairfax Symphony Orchestra Grammy Award-winning performing artist, producer and composer Wyclef Jean joins the Fairfax Symphony for an electrifying evening conducted by Jason Seber.   Wyclef’s music, both as a solo superstar and as a founder and guiding member of the Fugees, has been a powerful pop-cultural force for […]...

Exhibit Dates: October 2 – 31, 2026Opening Reception: Friday, October 2 from 7-9pm Welcome one and all to the Carnival of Curiosities art exhibit at Del Ray Artisans where we’ll explore all things carnival and circus related, from fun foods and silly games to quirky costumes, haunted attractions, terrifying oddities, and magical slights of hand! Step right up! But […]...

McLean Project for the Arts to Debut Fall Solo Exhibitions September 17 at Berlage Center for Arts & EducationExhibits include works by Freya Grand, Ian Husting, and Sally Veach McLean Project for the Arts (MPA) will open its 2026 Fall Solo Exhibitions on September 17, 2026 with a 7pm Opening Exhibition Reception at the new Berlage […]...

Organizer: Tracy WilkersonDate/Time: Saturday, October 24 starting at 7:30pmCost: Free; donations appreciatedTheatre Size: up to 30 movie-goers(Register to save a seat; walk-ins welcome, space permitting.) Join us at Del Ray Artisans on Saturday, October 17 for our movie marathon featuring Goosebumps and Something Wicked This Way Comes. Stop in for the first movie, the last […]...

Betrayal Written by Harold Pinter Directed by Alex Levy October 8 – 25, 2026 Emma, Robert and Jerry have history. As her marriage to Robert comes to an end, Emma reconnects with Jerry, her former lover—and her husband’s best friend—as the action unspools backward in time in an inventive retelling by the Nobel Prize-winning playwright. […]...

Fall into the arts this October with The Bold Bakery, a local bakery in Chantilly, VA, and an ArtsFairfax artoberVA culinary arts partner! artoberVA Offer: Take 10% off purchases over $10 with the code ART26...

Liz Edelson Design is a graphic design studio based in the Washington, D.C. area providing custom branding, print, and digital design services to socially responsible and impact-oriented businesses. artoberVA Offer: In celebration of artoberVA, take 15% off custom branding, print, and digital design services for arts organizations and nonprofits throughout October. Discount applies to new […]...

Established in December 1986 by Pat Macintyre, The Reston Art Gallery and Studios (RAGS) in Northern Virginia is a privately owned cooperative gallery in the historical part of Reston known as Lake Anne. Nine juried artists work, exhibit, and sell their art at RAGS, including owner Pat Macintyre and full-time artists Rosemarie Forsythe, Julia Malakoff, […]...

October 8 – November 1, 2026 While a storm was brewing outside their villa on Lake Geneva, the famous writers inside entertained one another with ghost stories. Lord Byron, their host, offered a challenge: produce the perfect tale of terror before the night ends. Conner and Smith’s electrifying musical first premiered in 2016 to critical […]...

Celebrate the beauty of the season with our Fall Art Sale, featuring original landscape paintings inspired by autumn light, color, and atmosphere. Discover timeless works that bring warmth and serenity to any space—available for a limited time. 25% all fall themed art through November 6th. Email TMPaintings@gmail.com or DM at @TinaMaria_official on Instagram for more […]...

Dracula’s Midnight Masquerade returns to historic Dodona Manor in Leesburg, Virginia, October 16–November 1. Step into the story for an immersive outdoor Dracula experience where live theatre, vampires, music, and scares unfold all around you. Rather than watching from a traditional theatre seat, guests journey across the grounds of George C. Marshall’s historic Dodona Manor […]...

Heal through movement and learn the history, culture, basic styles and steps to Palestinian, Lebanese and Iraqi dabke, alongside choreography for performance at our Dabke Social event! We will be teaching 5 weeks of in-depth dabke steps, techniques, choreography and cultural history and significance at $35/per class + performance, starting every Tuesday in October (6, […]...

Hansel & GretelOctober 16-25, 2026 Get lost in a forest full of adventure! When Hansel and Gretel wander into the woods, they meet a cast of quirky creatures, from a fiery troll and clever owl to mischievous hobgoblins, all working for a delightfully wicked witch. After Hansel is captured and tempted with endless cake, Gretel […]...

103F/103Z Music Sampler OLLI at George Mason University presents Music Samplers from September through November. This course highlights examples of the musical talent that abounds at GMU. Each week, Knowledgeable and enthusiastic professors from the Dewberry School of Music of GMU, often accompanied by their most promising students, will generously share their musical gifts in […]...

artoberVA Offer: Mention “Artober” when you visit the Craft Gallery of Artisans United between October 1 and 31 and receive a 5% discount on your purchase. Only one discount can be used on a purchase. The Craft Gallery is located at 4022 Hummer Road, Annandale VA. The hours are 10:00 to 4:00 Tuesdays through Saturdays […]...

Squill Calligraphy Studio brings beauty to life with classic calligraphy and lush watercolors. A cornerstone of the studio is protecting resources and the natural beauty around us. Printed products are either on renewable 100% cotton paper or recycled paper, when possible. artoberVA Offer: 50% off all pre-printed cards, gift tags, and bookmarks using the code […]...

Community Makers Foundation brings people together through hands-on creativity, upcycled art, and collaborative community projects. Join us at our free monthly Community Makers Night in Springfield, VA. A free monthly creative gathering where neighbors come together to make art, meet new people, and contribute to projects that make a positive impact in our community. Held […]...

Exhibit Dates: October 2 – 31, 2026Opening Reception: Friday, October 2 from 7-9pm Welcome one and all to the Carnival of Curiosities art exhibit at Del Ray Artisans where we’ll explore all things carnival and circus related, from fun foods and silly games to quirky costumes, haunted attractions, terrifying oddities, and magical slights of hand! Step right up! But […]...

Discover gel printmaking—a playful way to create one-of-a-kind prints using paint, texture, stencils, and everyday objects. Experiment with color, layers, and happy accidents, then transform your prints in unexpected ways. No experience needed; all materials provided. Teacher: Rev. Casey Wait $30/session artoberVA Offer: Use code Artober20 for 20% off!...

Join us for Conservatory Ballet’s Spooktacular Ballet Bash — Halloween Open House & Costume Party in Great Falls! Families of all ages are invited to dress up and enjoy a afternoon of dancing, a costume contest, Halloween games, treats, and a short introductory ballet class. It is a wonderful opportunity to visit the studio, meet […]...

McLean Project for the Arts to Debut Fall Solo Exhibitions September 17 at Berlage Center for Arts & EducationExhibits include works by Freya Grand, Ian Husting, and Sally Veach McLean Project for the Arts (MPA) will open its 2026 Fall Solo Exhibitions on September 17, 2026 with a 7pm Opening Exhibition Reception at the new Berlage […]...

Fall into the arts this October with The Bold Bakery, a local bakery in Chantilly, VA, and an ArtsFairfax artoberVA culinary arts partner! artoberVA Offer: Take 10% off purchases over $10 with the code ART26...

Liz Edelson Design is a graphic design studio based in the Washington, D.C. area providing custom branding, print, and digital design services to socially responsible and impact-oriented businesses. artoberVA Offer: In celebration of artoberVA, take 15% off custom branding, print, and digital design services for arts organizations and nonprofits throughout October. Discount applies to new […]...

Established in December 1986 by Pat Macintyre, The Reston Art Gallery and Studios (RAGS) in Northern Virginia is a privately owned cooperative gallery in the historical part of Reston known as Lake Anne. Nine juried artists work, exhibit, and sell their art at RAGS, including owner Pat Macintyre and full-time artists Rosemarie Forsythe, Julia Malakoff, […]...

October 8 – November 1, 2026 While a storm was brewing outside their villa on Lake Geneva, the famous writers inside entertained one another with ghost stories. Lord Byron, their host, offered a challenge: produce the perfect tale of terror before the night ends. Conner and Smith’s electrifying musical first premiered in 2016 to critical […]...

Celebrate the beauty of the season with our Fall Art Sale, featuring original landscape paintings inspired by autumn light, color, and atmosphere. Discover timeless works that bring warmth and serenity to any space—available for a limited time. 25% all fall themed art through November 6th. Email TMPaintings@gmail.com or DM at @TinaMaria_official on Instagram for more […]...

Dracula’s Midnight Masquerade returns to historic Dodona Manor in Leesburg, Virginia, October 16–November 1. Step into the story for an immersive outdoor Dracula experience where live theatre, vampires, music, and scares unfold all around you. Rather than watching from a traditional theatre seat, guests journey across the grounds of George C. Marshall’s historic Dodona Manor […]...

Heal through movement and learn the history, culture, basic styles and steps to Palestinian, Lebanese and Iraqi dabke, alongside choreography for performance at our Dabke Social event! We will be teaching 5 weeks of in-depth dabke steps, techniques, choreography and cultural history and significance at $35/per class + performance, starting every Tuesday in October (6, […]...

103F/103Z Music Sampler OLLI at George Mason University presents Music Samplers from September through November. This course highlights examples of the musical talent that abounds at GMU. Each week, Knowledgeable and enthusiastic professors from the Dewberry School of Music of GMU, often accompanied by their most promising students, will generously share their musical gifts in […]...

artoberVA Offer: Mention “Artober” when you visit the Craft Gallery of Artisans United between October 1 and 31 and receive a 5% discount on your purchase. Only one discount can be used on a purchase. The Craft Gallery is located at 4022 Hummer Road, Annandale VA. The hours are 10:00 to 4:00 Tuesdays through Saturdays […]...

Squill Calligraphy Studio brings beauty to life with classic calligraphy and lush watercolors. A cornerstone of the studio is protecting resources and the natural beauty around us. Printed products are either on renewable 100% cotton paper or recycled paper, when possible. artoberVA Offer: 50% off all pre-printed cards, gift tags, and bookmarks using the code […]...

Community Makers Foundation brings people together through hands-on creativity, upcycled art, and collaborative community projects. Join us at our free monthly Community Makers Night in Springfield, VA. A free monthly creative gathering where neighbors come together to make art, meet new people, and contribute to projects that make a positive impact in our community. Held […]...

Exhibit Dates: October 2 – 31, 2026Opening Reception: Friday, October 2 from 7-9pm Welcome one and all to the Carnival of Curiosities art exhibit at Del Ray Artisans where we’ll explore all things carnival and circus related, from fun foods and silly games to quirky costumes, haunted attractions, terrifying oddities, and magical slights of hand! Step right up! But […]...

Sound has a profound effect on all aspects of our being. From calming the emotions to healing our bodies. Using a combination of Crystal Singing Bowls, metal singing bowls and a variety of other sound producing instruments from around the world, Heidi Henyon, applied kinesiologist who studies Energy Medicine, movement practices and sound healing, creates […]...

McLean Project for the Arts to Debut Fall Solo Exhibitions September 17 at Berlage Center for Arts & EducationExhibits include works by Freya Grand, Ian Husting, and Sally Veach McLean Project for the Arts (MPA) will open its 2026 Fall Solo Exhibitions on September 17, 2026 with a 7pm Opening Exhibition Reception at the new Berlage […]...

Fall into the arts this October with The Bold Bakery, a local bakery in Chantilly, VA, and an ArtsFairfax artoberVA culinary arts partner! artoberVA Offer: Take 10% off purchases over $10 with the code ART26...

Liz Edelson Design is a graphic design studio based in the Washington, D.C. area providing custom branding, print, and digital design services to socially responsible and impact-oriented businesses. artoberVA Offer: In celebration of artoberVA, take 15% off custom branding, print, and digital design services for arts organizations and nonprofits throughout October. Discount applies to new […]...

Established in December 1986 by Pat Macintyre, The Reston Art Gallery and Studios (RAGS) in Northern Virginia is a privately owned cooperative gallery in the historical part of Reston known as Lake Anne. Nine juried artists work, exhibit, and sell their art at RAGS, including owner Pat Macintyre and full-time artists Rosemarie Forsythe, Julia Malakoff, […]...

October 8 – November 1, 2026 While a storm was brewing outside their villa on Lake Geneva, the famous writers inside entertained one another with ghost stories. Lord Byron, their host, offered a challenge: produce the perfect tale of terror before the night ends. Conner and Smith’s electrifying musical first premiered in 2016 to critical […]...

Celebrate the beauty of the season with our Fall Art Sale, featuring original landscape paintings inspired by autumn light, color, and atmosphere. Discover timeless works that bring warmth and serenity to any space—available for a limited time. 25% all fall themed art through November 6th. Email TMPaintings@gmail.com or DM at @TinaMaria_official on Instagram for more […]...

Dracula’s Midnight Masquerade returns to historic Dodona Manor in Leesburg, Virginia, October 16–November 1. Step into the story for an immersive outdoor Dracula experience where live theatre, vampires, music, and scares unfold all around you. Rather than watching from a traditional theatre seat, guests journey across the grounds of George C. Marshall’s historic Dodona Manor […]...

Heal through movement and learn the history, culture, basic styles and steps to Palestinian, Lebanese and Iraqi dabke, alongside choreography for performance at our Dabke Social event! We will be teaching 5 weeks of in-depth dabke steps, techniques, choreography and cultural history and significance at $35/per class + performance, starting every Tuesday in October (6, […]...

artoberVA Offer: Mention “Artober” when you visit the Craft Gallery of Artisans United between October 1 and 31 and receive a 5% discount on your purchase. Only one discount can be used on a purchase. The Craft Gallery is located at 4022 Hummer Road, Annandale VA. The hours are 10:00 to 4:00 Tuesdays through Saturdays […]...

Squill Calligraphy Studio brings beauty to life with classic calligraphy and lush watercolors. A cornerstone of the studio is protecting resources and the natural beauty around us. Printed products are either on renewable 100% cotton paper or recycled paper, when possible. artoberVA Offer: 50% off all pre-printed cards, gift tags, and bookmarks using the code […]...

Community Makers Foundation brings people together through hands-on creativity, upcycled art, and collaborative community projects. Join us at our free monthly Community Makers Night in Springfield, VA. A free monthly creative gathering where neighbors come together to make art, meet new people, and contribute to projects that make a positive impact in our community. Held […]...

Instructor: Mallory Rose HenigDate/Time: Wednesday, October 28, 7-9pmCost: $30 Del Ray Artisans member / $40 Non-member; plus $15 supply feeClass size: 4-15 participants(Register by October 24) Fill your whimsy cup by creating a 1:12 scale Fairy Bookshelf! Using a variety of materials, you’ll create a unique Fairy Bookshelf that can be a stand-alone art piece […]...

Exhibit Dates: October 2 – 31, 2026Opening Reception: Friday, October 2 from 7-9pm Welcome one and all to the Carnival of Curiosities art exhibit at Del Ray Artisans where we’ll explore all things carnival and circus related, from fun foods and silly games to quirky costumes, haunted attractions, terrifying oddities, and magical slights of hand! Step right up! But […]...

McLean Project for the Arts to Debut Fall Solo Exhibitions September 17 at Berlage Center for Arts & EducationExhibits include works by Freya Grand, Ian Husting, and Sally Veach McLean Project for the Arts (MPA) will open its 2026 Fall Solo Exhibitions on September 17, 2026 with a 7pm Opening Exhibition Reception at the new Berlage […]...

Fall into the arts this October with The Bold Bakery, a local bakery in Chantilly, VA, and an ArtsFairfax artoberVA culinary arts partner! artoberVA Offer: Take 10% off purchases over $10 with the code ART26...

Liz Edelson Design is a graphic design studio based in the Washington, D.C. area providing custom branding, print, and digital design services to socially responsible and impact-oriented businesses. artoberVA Offer: In celebration of artoberVA, take 15% off custom branding, print, and digital design services for arts organizations and nonprofits throughout October. Discount applies to new […]...

Established in December 1986 by Pat Macintyre, The Reston Art Gallery and Studios (RAGS) in Northern Virginia is a privately owned cooperative gallery in the historical part of Reston known as Lake Anne. Nine juried artists work, exhibit, and sell their art at RAGS, including owner Pat Macintyre and full-time artists Rosemarie Forsythe, Julia Malakoff, […]...

October 8 – November 1, 2026 While a storm was brewing outside their villa on Lake Geneva, the famous writers inside entertained one another with ghost stories. Lord Byron, their host, offered a challenge: produce the perfect tale of terror before the night ends. Conner and Smith’s electrifying musical first premiered in 2016 to critical […]...

Celebrate the beauty of the season with our Fall Art Sale, featuring original landscape paintings inspired by autumn light, color, and atmosphere. Discover timeless works that bring warmth and serenity to any space—available for a limited time. 25% all fall themed art through November 6th. Email TMPaintings@gmail.com or DM at @TinaMaria_official on Instagram for more […]...

Dracula’s Midnight Masquerade returns to historic Dodona Manor in Leesburg, Virginia, October 16–November 1. Step into the story for an immersive outdoor Dracula experience where live theatre, vampires, music, and scares unfold all around you. Rather than watching from a traditional theatre seat, guests journey across the grounds of George C. Marshall’s historic Dodona Manor […]...

Heal through movement and learn the history, culture, basic styles and steps to Palestinian, Lebanese and Iraqi dabke, alongside choreography for performance at our Dabke Social event! We will be teaching 5 weeks of in-depth dabke steps, techniques, choreography and cultural history and significance at $35/per class + performance, starting every Tuesday in October (6, […]...

artoberVA Offer: Mention “Artober” when you visit the Craft Gallery of Artisans United between October 1 and 31 and receive a 5% discount on your purchase. Only one discount can be used on a purchase. The Craft Gallery is located at 4022 Hummer Road, Annandale VA. The hours are 10:00 to 4:00 Tuesdays through Saturdays […]...

Squill Calligraphy Studio brings beauty to life with classic calligraphy and lush watercolors. A cornerstone of the studio is protecting resources and the natural beauty around us. Printed products are either on renewable 100% cotton paper or recycled paper, when possible. artoberVA Offer: 50% off all pre-printed cards, gift tags, and bookmarks using the code […]...

Experience piano music from across the Americas, blending folk rhythms with classical and jazz influences.  These programs are a joint venture between Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at George Mason University and Reston Community Center. The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at George Mason University offers daytime courses, lectures, special events and other activities year-round. There are no […]...

Community Makers Foundation brings people together through hands-on creativity, upcycled art, and collaborative community projects. Join us at our free monthly Community Makers Night in Springfield, VA. A free monthly creative gathering where neighbors come together to make art, meet new people, and contribute to projects that make a positive impact in our community. Held […]...

 JUSTICE FORUM Praised as a “powerful” and “enthralling pianist” by Washington City Paper, Dr. Mary Voutsas presents Gods & Dances, a solo recital tracing a path through Hellenic piano music. artoberVA Offer: Free admission...

Exhibit Dates: October 2 – 31, 2026Opening Reception: Friday, October 2 from 7-9pm Welcome one and all to the Carnival of Curiosities art exhibit at Del Ray Artisans where we’ll explore all things carnival and circus related, from fun foods and silly games to quirky costumes, haunted attractions, terrifying oddities, and magical slights of hand! Step right up! But […]...

Join McLean Project for the Arts Artistic Director and Curator Nancy Sausser for an evening Artist Talk on October 29, 2026 at 7pm. The three featured exhibits include FOREST, featuring work by Freya Grand; Afterlight, featuring work by Ian Husting, and Hubris and the Sublime, featuring work by Sally Veach....

Join MPA Artist Director Nancy Sausser in conversation with exhibiting artists Sally Veach, Freya Grand, and Ian Husting discussing their work, themes, and methods. artoberVA Offer: Free admission...

McLean Project for the Arts to Debut Fall Solo Exhibitions September 17 at Berlage Center for Arts & EducationExhibits include works by Freya Grand, Ian Husting, and Sally Veach McLean Project for the Arts (MPA) will open its 2026 Fall Solo Exhibitions on September 17, 2026 with a 7pm Opening Exhibition Reception at the new Berlage […]...

Fall into the arts this October with The Bold Bakery, a local bakery in Chantilly, VA, and an ArtsFairfax artoberVA culinary arts partner! artoberVA Offer: Take 10% off purchases over $10 with the code ART26...

Liz Edelson Design is a graphic design studio based in the Washington, D.C. area providing custom branding, print, and digital design services to socially responsible and impact-oriented businesses. artoberVA Offer: In celebration of artoberVA, take 15% off custom branding, print, and digital design services for arts organizations and nonprofits throughout October. Discount applies to new […]...

Established in December 1986 by Pat Macintyre, The Reston Art Gallery and Studios (RAGS) in Northern Virginia is a privately owned cooperative gallery in the historical part of Reston known as Lake Anne. Nine juried artists work, exhibit, and sell their art at RAGS, including owner Pat Macintyre and full-time artists Rosemarie Forsythe, Julia Malakoff, […]...

October 8 – November 1, 2026 While a storm was brewing outside their villa on Lake Geneva, the famous writers inside entertained one another with ghost stories. Lord Byron, their host, offered a challenge: produce the perfect tale of terror before the night ends. Conner and Smith’s electrifying musical first premiered in 2016 to critical […]...

Celebrate the beauty of the season with our Fall Art Sale, featuring original landscape paintings inspired by autumn light, color, and atmosphere. Discover timeless works that bring warmth and serenity to any space—available for a limited time. 25% all fall themed art through November 6th. Email TMPaintings@gmail.com or DM at @TinaMaria_official on Instagram for more […]...

Dracula’s Midnight Masquerade returns to historic Dodona Manor in Leesburg, Virginia, October 16–November 1. Step into the story for an immersive outdoor Dracula experience where live theatre, vampires, music, and scares unfold all around you. Rather than watching from a traditional theatre seat, guests journey across the grounds of George C. Marshall’s historic Dodona Manor […]...

Heal through movement and learn the history, culture, basic styles and steps to Palestinian, Lebanese and Iraqi dabke, alongside choreography for performance at our Dabke Social event! We will be teaching 5 weeks of in-depth dabke steps, techniques, choreography and cultural history and significance at $35/per class + performance, starting every Tuesday in October (6, […]...

artoberVA Offer: Mention “Artober” when you visit the Craft Gallery of Artisans United between October 1 and 31 and receive a 5% discount on your purchase. Only one discount can be used on a purchase. The Craft Gallery is located at 4022 Hummer Road, Annandale VA. The hours are 10:00 to 4:00 Tuesdays through Saturdays […]...

Squill Calligraphy Studio brings beauty to life with classic calligraphy and lush watercolors. A cornerstone of the studio is protecting resources and the natural beauty around us. Printed products are either on renewable 100% cotton paper or recycled paper, when possible. artoberVA Offer: 50% off all pre-printed cards, gift tags, and bookmarks using the code […]...

Community Makers Foundation brings people together through hands-on creativity, upcycled art, and collaborative community projects. Join us at our free monthly Community Makers Night in Springfield, VA. A free monthly creative gathering where neighbors come together to make art, meet new people, and contribute to projects that make a positive impact in our community. Held […]...

Art Garfunkel has made an indelible mark on the music world as a solo artist and half of the unrivaled folk-rock duo Simon & Garfunkel. From his distinctive harmonies in “Bridge Over Troubled Water” and “The Sound of Silence” to his stirring rendition of Sam Cooke’s “(What a) Wonderful World,” don’t miss out on Garfunkel […]...

Exhibit Dates: October 2 – 31, 2026Opening Reception: Friday, October 2 from 7-9pm Welcome one and all to the Carnival of Curiosities art exhibit at Del Ray Artisans where we’ll explore all things carnival and circus related, from fun foods and silly games to quirky costumes, haunted attractions, terrifying oddities, and magical slights of hand! Step right up! But […]...

McLean Project for the Arts to Debut Fall Solo Exhibitions September 17 at Berlage Center for Arts & EducationExhibits include works by Freya Grand, Ian Husting, and Sally Veach McLean Project for the Arts (MPA) will open its 2026 Fall Solo Exhibitions on September 17, 2026 with a 7pm Opening Exhibition Reception at the new Berlage […]...

Fall into the arts this October with The Bold Bakery, a local bakery in Chantilly, VA, and an ArtsFairfax artoberVA culinary arts partner! artoberVA Offer: Take 10% off purchases over $10 with the code ART26...

Liz Edelson Design is a graphic design studio based in the Washington, D.C. area providing custom branding, print, and digital design services to socially responsible and impact-oriented businesses. artoberVA Offer: In celebration of artoberVA, take 15% off custom branding, print, and digital design services for arts organizations and nonprofits throughout October. Discount applies to new […]...

Established in December 1986 by Pat Macintyre, The Reston Art Gallery and Studios (RAGS) in Northern Virginia is a privately owned cooperative gallery in the historical part of Reston known as Lake Anne. Nine juried artists work, exhibit, and sell their art at RAGS, including owner Pat Macintyre and full-time artists Rosemarie Forsythe, Julia Malakoff, […]...

October 8 – November 1, 2026 While a storm was brewing outside their villa on Lake Geneva, the famous writers inside entertained one another with ghost stories. Lord Byron, their host, offered a challenge: produce the perfect tale of terror before the night ends. Conner and Smith’s electrifying musical first premiered in 2016 to critical […]...

Celebrate the beauty of the season with our Fall Art Sale, featuring original landscape paintings inspired by autumn light, color, and atmosphere. Discover timeless works that bring warmth and serenity to any space—available for a limited time. 25% all fall themed art through November 6th. Email TMPaintings@gmail.com or DM at @TinaMaria_official on Instagram for more […]...

Dracula’s Midnight Masquerade returns to historic Dodona Manor in Leesburg, Virginia, October 16–November 1. Step into the story for an immersive outdoor Dracula experience where live theatre, vampires, music, and scares unfold all around you. Rather than watching from a traditional theatre seat, guests journey across the grounds of George C. Marshall’s historic Dodona Manor […]...

Heal through movement and learn the history, culture, basic styles and steps to Palestinian, Lebanese and Iraqi dabke, alongside choreography for performance at our Dabke Social event! We will be teaching 5 weeks of in-depth dabke steps, techniques, choreography and cultural history and significance at $35/per class + performance, starting every Tuesday in October (6, […]...

artoberVA Offer: Mention “Artober” when you visit the Craft Gallery of Artisans United between October 1 and 31 and receive a 5% discount on your purchase. Only one discount can be used on a purchase. The Craft Gallery is located at 4022 Hummer Road, Annandale VA. The hours are 10:00 to 4:00 Tuesdays through Saturdays […]...

A family-friendly Halloween celebration in the heart of Old Town! Celebrate Halloween with the community at Old Town Manassas Fall-O-Ween on the Manassas Museum Lawn. This beloved fall tradition brings together families, kids, pets, and neighbors for a day full of costumes, shopping, and seasonal fun. Enjoy a kids costume parade and contest, a pets […]...

Squill Calligraphy Studio brings beauty to life with classic calligraphy and lush watercolors. A cornerstone of the studio is protecting resources and the natural beauty around us. Printed products are either on renewable 100% cotton paper or recycled paper, when possible. artoberVA Offer: 50% off all pre-printed cards, gift tags, and bookmarks using the code […]...

Community Makers Foundation brings people together through hands-on creativity, upcycled art, and collaborative community projects. Join us at our free monthly Community Makers Night in Springfield, VA. A free monthly creative gathering where neighbors come together to make art, meet new people, and contribute to projects that make a positive impact in our community. Held […]...

This Halloween, put on your dancing shoes and explore! Visionaries is an annual art gala held in celebration of the DMV art community. Live music, dance, and poetry across two stages. A gallery, film screenings, artist talks and interactive installations. Eat some delicious food from local businesses, roast some marshmallows over our outdoor campfire. Come […]...

Exhibit Dates: October 2 – 31, 2026Opening Reception: Friday, October 2 from 7-9pm Welcome one and all to the Carnival of Curiosities art exhibit at Del Ray Artisans where we’ll explore all things carnival and circus related, from fun foods and silly games to quirky costumes, haunted attractions, terrifying oddities, and magical slights of hand! Step right up! But […]...

The Gathering Gloom is a passionate tribute to the timeless sound and dark romanticism of The Cure. Capturing the haunting atmosphere, shimmering guitar textures, and emotional depth that defined generations, The Gathering Gloom delivers an immersive live experience that honors the spirit and legacy of one of alternative music’s most iconic bands. From brooding early-era […]...

McLean Project for the Arts to Debut Fall Solo Exhibitions September 17 at Berlage Center for Arts & EducationExhibits include works by Freya Grand, Ian Husting, and Sally Veach McLean Project for the Arts (MPA) will open its 2026 Fall Solo Exhibitions on September 17, 2026 with a 7pm Opening Exhibition Reception at the new Berlage […]...

Fall into the arts this October with The Bold Bakery, a local bakery in Chantilly, VA, and an ArtsFairfax artoberVA culinary arts partner! artoberVA Offer: Take 10% off purchases over $10 with the code ART26...

Liz Edelson Design is a graphic design studio based in the Washington, D.C. area providing custom branding, print, and digital design services to socially responsible and impact-oriented businesses. artoberVA Offer: In celebration of artoberVA, take 15% off custom branding, print, and digital design services for arts organizations and nonprofits throughout October. Discount applies to new […]...

Established in December 1986 by Pat Macintyre, The Reston Art Gallery and Studios (RAGS) in Northern Virginia is a privately owned cooperative gallery in the historical part of Reston known as Lake Anne. Nine juried artists work, exhibit, and sell their art at RAGS, including owner Pat Macintyre and full-time artists Rosemarie Forsythe, Julia Malakoff, […]...

October 8 – November 1, 2026 While a storm was brewing outside their villa on Lake Geneva, the famous writers inside entertained one another with ghost stories. Lord Byron, their host, offered a challenge: produce the perfect tale of terror before the night ends. Conner and Smith’s electrifying musical first premiered in 2016 to critical […]...

Celebrate the beauty of the season with our Fall Art Sale, featuring original landscape paintings inspired by autumn light, color, and atmosphere. Discover timeless works that bring warmth and serenity to any space—available for a limited time. 25% all fall themed art through November 6th. Email TMPaintings@gmail.com or DM at @TinaMaria_official on Instagram for more […]...

Dracula’s Midnight Masquerade returns to historic Dodona Manor in Leesburg, Virginia, October 16–November 1. Step into the story for an immersive outdoor Dracula experience where live theatre, vampires, music, and scares unfold all around you. Rather than watching from a traditional theatre seat, guests journey across the grounds of George C. Marshall’s historic Dodona Manor […]...

Heal through movement and learn the history, culture, basic styles and steps to Palestinian, Lebanese and Iraqi dabke, alongside choreography for performance at our Dabke Social event! We will be teaching 5 weeks of in-depth dabke steps, techniques, choreography and cultural history and significance at $35/per class + performance, starting every Tuesday in October (6, […]...