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November often feels like the calm before the storm that is the winter holiday season. The weather is cool, but hopefully not too cold to enjoy being outdoors. Between fall home maintenance projects, we think it’s a great time to gather with friends or take some quiet time to relax. Check out our top selections for things to do around the DMV this November.
FOOD, DRINK & FUN
Photo courtesy of Annapolis Jazz & Roots Festival
Annapolis Jazz & Roots Festival | November 1-10
Eastport, “the Left Bank of Annapolis,” MD
Escape to Annapolis this fall for the Annapolis Jazz & Roots Festival. Stay in the historic downtown or book a local short-term rental for two weekends of culture, history, and best of all – jazz and live music!
Leesburg First Friday | November 1
McEnearney Associates & Downtown Historic Leesburg
Stroll through Historic Downtown Leesburg on the first Friday of each month and visit shops, restaurants, art galleries, and offices to enjoy live music, art exhibits, wine tastings, book signings, shopping, and dining at local small businesses. Free & fun!
Stop by our McEnearney Associates | Middleburg Real Estate | Atoka Properties office on Market Street for food, drinks, and live music by acoustic duo Jeff Comparin and Jan Edmondson.
DC Beer Fest | November 2
Nationals Park, Washington, DC
The DC Beer Festival returns to Nationals Park, bringing together dozens of craft breweries pouring fall seasonal beers plus food trucks, dueling pianos, cover bands, DJs, and more throughout the park.
Fall Dried Flower Wreath Making with Bridget Wilson Flowers | November 4
Middleburg Community-Center, VA
This in-person event will guide you through the steps of creating a beautiful wreath to adorn your home for the autumn season with the Talented Bridget Wilson. No experience is necessary, just bring your creativity and enthusiasm!
Pumpkin Village Fall Festival | Through November 5
Pumpkin Village Fall Fest is packed with fun family activities! Giant hill slides, moon bounces, wagon rides, petting zoo, pedal carts, the corn bin, weekend entertainment & more.
Annual Alexandria Film Festival | November 7 – 10
Various Locations, Alexandria, VA
The Alexandria Film Festival brings four days of high-quality short and feature-length films, documentaries, filmmaker panels, and arts presentations to the city. Click here to check out the film schedule.
Alice in Wonderland | November 8 – 24
Creative Cauldron, Falls Church, VA
Bring the family for a trip down the rabbit hole in this new bilingual musical performance of Lewis Carroll’s classic Alice in Wonderland/Alicia en el País de las Maravillas. Live streaming is available as well as in-person performances.
Photo courtesy of Middleburg Community-Center
Nutcracker Reimagined Holiday Performance | November 17, 1 PM
Middleburg Community-Center, VA
Come enjoy the beloved classical ballet with a little extra by Artists in Motion and their Alchemy Ballet Company! The Nutcracker, Reimagined includes a blend of classical ballet, with an enchanting twist. Fun for the whole family!
Film with Live Orchestra Elf™ in Concert | November 29 – December 1
John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, DC
Buddy was accidentally transported to the North Pole as a toddler and raised to adulthood among Santa’s elves. Unable to shake the feeling that he doesn’t fit in, the adult Buddy travels to New York, in full elf uniform, in search of his real father. This holiday season, relive this heartwarming holiday classic on a giant screen as every note of John Debney’s wonderful score is played live to picture in: Elf™ in Concert!
HOLIDAY SHOPPING, CRAFT SHOWS, & FUNDRAISERS
Photo courtesy of Lucketts Holiday Open House
If you would like to get a start on your holiday shopping and support local artisans, November dates for craft shows throughout the DMV are below. Shop local all month long!
15th Annual Christmas For Charities Gala | November 2
Hollywood Casino at Charles Town Races, WV
LET’S JINGLE! This seasonal fundraiser has distributed over $485,000 to local charities, thanks to incredible support from friends and businesses in this community. Be sure to join in the fun this year!
Lucketts Holiday Open House | November 7 – December 15
The Old Lucketts Store, Leesburg, VA
Every year, the 3,000-sq.ft. farmhouse (located on the back of the Lucketts property) is transformed into a Christmas wonderland. Each room is curated and styled to evoke a unique Christmas vibe and is dripping with holiday décor and inspiration for you to take back to your home.
Annual Northern Virginia Christmas Market | November 8-10
Dulles Expo Center South Hall, Chantilly, VA
It’s Northern Virginia’s grand opening celebration of the holiday season! This spectacular, award-winning holiday show features 150 fine artisans from more than 20 states.
Holiday Craft Bazaar | November 9
Lake Marion Community Center, Montgomery Village, MD
Sell or buy handmade crafts at Lake Marion Community Center. Free admission for shoppers! All items to be sold must be handmade by the exhibitor, their partner and/or immediate family. All crafts will be reviewed by MVF staff prior to registration.
Photo courtesy of Strathmore Museum Shop Holiday Market
Strathmore Museum Shop Holiday Market | November 14-16
The Mansion, North Bethesda, MD
This holiday season, give amazing gifts that give back! Strathmore’s Museum Shop Holiday Market brings together the area’s best museum and cultural shops for three festive days. Every purchase is part of a larger purpose, supporting nonprofit museums and arts organizations in our community. No strollers, please.
RSVP | Suggested Donation $10
Edgemoor Art and Fine Craft Show | November 16
7415 Exeter Road, Bethesda, MD
Join this year’s annual showing of art and fine craft. Shop early for a great selection of jewelry, fiber art, ceramics, prints, wood, and much more.
38th Annual Holiday Craft Show | November 16 & 17
Fairfax High School, Fairfax, VA
What started out in 1987 as a very small show has grown to become a premium arts and crafts festival. Artisans from all over the United States, including many local artists, are participating in this year’s show and offer you so many wonderful holiday gift choices.
$5 – Daily Admission Pass | $8 – Two-day Admission Pass | Free – 18 and Under
Downtown Holiday Market | November 22 – December 15
Centered at 8th and F Streets, NW, Washington, DC
The Annual Downtown Holiday Market, Washington DC’s outdoor shopping village, continues to support small businesses and entrepreneurs across the region, welcoming shoppers for a safe, secure and enhanced shopping experience in the heart of the District this year.
Maryland Christmas Show | November 22 – 24 & November 29 – December 1
Frederick County Fairgrounds, Frederick, MD
For the 41st season visitors from near and far will discover the joys of shopping at Maryland’s premier Christmas event which brings together many fine artisans and merchants for two full weekends.
Holiday Arts & Crafts Show | November 23 & 24
Come explore wonderful arts and crafts in downtown Annapolis. Fun for all and there will even be Santa Claus for children to meet. Proceeds from the fair will benefit Johns Hopkins Pediatric Brain Tumor Research.
Photo courtesy of Annual Holiday Craft Show
NVHG Art and Craft Show | November 24-26
Vienna Community Center, Vienna, VA
This show features over 50 local (Virginia, Maryland, and D.C.) juried artists and crafters. This show, which has run for over 30 years, offers original, handmade arts and crafts, including decorative painting; fused, etched, painted, and stained glass; ceramics and pottery; woodworking; handweaving; paintings and drawings; textiles; jewelry; and other crafts.
Admission fee of $3
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