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Things to Do in DC this Weekend:Festivals, Culture, Pumpkins October 5-6, 2019

10/2/19 - By Christine Mooney

The first weekend of October is upon us, and with it, fall goes into high gear. Fall festivals, pumpkin picking, apple picking, Halloween activities...there's a lot to choose from! Read on for our top picks and then head over to our events calendar for more ideas.

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Things to Do All Weekend

Fall For Fairfax KidsFest

FREE - Fairfax, VA
It's time for the 27th annual Fall For Fairfax KidsFest held on the ground of the Fairfax County Government Center. This event features kids' rides, animal activities, trains, entertainment on two stages, as well as scarecrows and pumpkins.  READ MORE

Great Country Farms Fall Pumpkin Harvest Festival

Bluemont, VA
Great Country Farms' fall festival includes hayrides to a pick-your-own pumpkin patch, pig races, a ninja warrior course, jumping pillows, slides, playgrounds, and much more. Don't forget to meet P-Rex the Pumpkin Eating Dino and try freshly baked cider donuts. READ MORE

Cox Farms Fall Festival

Centreville, VA
Cox Farms' popular fall festival includes hayrides, milking demos, slides and tunnels, swings, a corn maze, and live musical performances. Kids can also pet the animals in the goat farm, wander through the Imaginature Trail, and search for treasure in Cox's mining company. Indulge in kettle corn, caramel apples, and BBQ. READ MORE

Fort Belvoir Oktoberfest

FREE - Fort Belvoir, VA
Fort Belvoir Army Garrison celebrates Oktoberfest by welcoming the general public to its annual four-day event featuring carnival rides, games, German cuisine, music, dancing, and large inflatables for the entire family.  READ MORE

Heritage India Festival (at Dulles Expo Center)

Chantilly, VA
The Heritage India Festival is the greater Washington metropolitan area's premier South Asian cultural, arts, and commerce festival. Come enjoy tremendous shopping, delicious cuisine from the area's top South Asian restaurants, and more, all under one roof. Kick off Diwali and holiday season celebrations READ MORE

Fall Pumpkin Festival 2019

Chantilly, VA
Enjoy the changing leaves and the cool crisp air by spending time on the farm with peddle carts, hayrides, pillow bounces, and activities including fire pits for marshmallow roasting, a tot land & tire play, and antique farm equipment and firetrucks. READ MORE
Photo courtesy of Jack's Pumpkin Glow
Photo courtesy of Jack's Pumpkin Glow

Things to Do Saturday, October 5, 2019

Manassas Fall Jubilee

FREE - Manassas, VA
In its 40th year, the Manssas Fall Jubilee is a celebration for all ages. Take a ride to Historic Downtown Manassas for this annual event featuring crafts and community booths, live music, entertainment, and games. READ MORE

Vienna Oktoberfest

FREE -Vienna, VA
Families can celebrate Oktoberfest at this annual festival held in Vienna. Guests can expect a beer/wine garden, German food, music, and free kids' activities. READ MORE

KinderFest at Watkins Regional Park

FREE - Upper Marlboro, MD
Enjoy a festival tailored for kids during KinderFest at Watkins Regional Park. KinderFest includes entertainment, games, a pumpkin pyramid, interactive exhibits, tennis demonstrations, carousel rides, nature activities, food vendors, and more. READ MORE

Harvest Festival

Derwood, MD
Enjoy a day of family fun during the 2019 Harvest Festival at the Agricultural History Farm Park. READ MORE

THE GLOW: A Jack O' Lantern Experience

Reston, VA
Families can take a 1/3 mile walk through Lake Fairfax Park to experience the magic and spirit of the Halloween season by viewing over 5,000 hand carved jack o’ lanterns. In addition to seeing the pumpkin creations, families can enjoy fall food and beverages as well as watch carving demos. READ MORE

Free Yoga at King Farm Village Center

FREE - Rockville, MD
King Farm Village Center hosts a free, all-ages yoga class on the Village Green Saturday mornings from 9:30am - 10:30am. Please Bring Your Own Mat. Beginners and experienced attendees are welcome. READ MORE

Things to Do Sunday, October 6, 2019

Takoma Park Street Festival

FREE -Takoma Park, MD
Enjoy over 150 vendors, live music from 18 local bands, food trucks, and more fun activities at this popular street festival. READ MORE

Sunday Morning Bird Walks

FREE - Alexandria, VA
Visit Dyke Marsh for an early Sunday morning bird walk led by experienced birders. Guests are asked to gather in the south parking lot of the Bell Haven picnic area at 8am. READ MORE

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