Rekindle the nostalgia of fall with a visit to a local pumpkin patch. Delight in the fall foliage and smell of spiced apple cider while picking a pumpkin and tasting seasonal fall treats. Our favorite has to be cider donuts! These local pumpkin patches are sure to please with activities for the whole family. For more fun, check out our October Events post for local events near you!

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Messick’s Farm Market | Saturday & Sunday Through October 27th

6025 Catlett Rd. Bealeton, VA 22712

Family owned- and operated- farm market and agritourism venue that provides freshly-picked and local produce, farm-prepared made-to-order meals, wine, and delicious frozen custard. Family-oriented and packed with fun, we have something for everyone. Messick’s friendly staff members welcome visitors year-round, and are dedicated to serving their community by offering fun, fresh foods, and seasonal activities.

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Immanuel Church-on-the-Hill’s 31st Annual Pumpkin Patch | Through October 31st

3606 Seminary Road, Alexandria, VA 22304

The pumpkin patch offers all sizes of pumpkins grown by Navajo farmers, from small hand-held “spookies” to very large pumpkins for jack-o-lanterns; prices start at $1 and go up based on size.  Also for sale are beautiful gourds, delicious home-made soups and baked goods, and autumn-Halloween-themed crafts.

Free Admission

Photo courtesy of Belvedere’s Plantation

Belvedere’s Plantation | Through November 2nd

1410 Belvedere Drive, Fredericksburg, VA 22408

Take a tractor-drawn wagon ride out to the Patch and wander as long as you’d like, choosing the perfect pumpkins. The Plantation also has over 25 attractions to make your farm adventure filled with fun and laughter! Click here for Belvedere’s Farm Map

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Nalls Produce Pumpkin Hill | Through November 3rd

7310 Beulah St, Kingstowne, VA 22315

Pumpkin Hill has been a Franconia tradition for over 30 years! Browse dozens of varieties of pumpkins and gourds, let your kids climb and explore the pumpkin play area, and take photos at our famous Pumpkin Wall. Pick up some apple cider, pumpkin butter, and other seasonal treats. Nalls has everything you need for an awesome fall!

Free Self Guided Tours

Photo courtesy of Clark’s Elioak Farm

Clark’s Elioak Farm | Through November 3rd

10500 Clarksville Pike, Ellicott City, MD 21042

Take a hayride to the pumpkin patch to pick out your perfect pumpkin! There are many different styles and sizes to choose from.

Prices may Vary, Click Here for More Info

Butler’s Orchard | Through November 3rd

22222 Davis Mill Rd, Germantown, MD 20876

Butler’s Orchard is a 300 acre orchard that includes hay and pumpkin coach rides, corn mazes, giant slides, bonfire sites, corn hole, and more – all included with admission. Fall goodies such as apple cider donuts, kettle corn, and pit beef are available for purchase. This family farm produces over 25 varieties of plants and produce, so don’t forget to stop by the Farm Market! You even have the option to pick your own pumpkins. 

Hours and Admission Prices Vary, Click Here for More Info

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Montpelier Farm | Through November 3rd

1720 Crain Highway North, Upper Marlboro, MD 20774

Come pick out your favorite pumpkin at this 7-acre farm. They offer a “Spookley the Square Pumpkin” Corn Maze, hay rides, petting animals, pedal karts, rope maze, hay & play, hill slides, and so much more.

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 Pumpkin Village | Through November 5th

19246 James Monroe Highway, Leesburg, VA 20175

Kids will love all that the Pumpkin village has to offer! The farm play area includes: giant hill slides, a hay maze, unlimited hayrides, straw mountains, miniature pumpkin village, spider web crawl, pirate play ship and much more.

Hours and Admission Prices Vary, Click Here for More Info

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Cox Farms | Through November 5th

15621 Braddock Road, Centreville, VA 20120

One of the largest fall festivals in Virginia! Activities include: giant slides, world famous hayrides, farm animals & their babies, cornundrum cornfield adventure, imaginature trail, rope swings, kiddie zone, goat village, straw tunnels, themed play areas, live entertainment, local apples & fresh cider, foamhenge, and a patch pumpkin to choose from.

• Fall Festival: Through November 5th, Thursday – Monday
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• Fields of Fear: Though November 2nd, Friday & Saturday
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• Fall Market: Through November 5th
• Foamhenge At Cox Farms: Through November 5th

Town & Country Nursery

1885 Darke Ln, Kearneysville, WV 25430

Call for hours & pricing: 304-725-1252

With there being thousands of pumpkins, come pick out your favorite at this 5-acre patch offering 63 variations of pumpkins. You are also able to pick tomatoes and green beans daily. 

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Despite certain coffee shops launching pumpkin spice lattes in August, October is the month that really ushers in fall weather and events. It’s time to pull out your plaid shirts and warm hoodies before heading out to enjoy the changing season with family and friends. Check out what is happening in and around DC, Maryland, Virginia, and West Virginia this month.

FESTIVALS, FOOD & FUN

October is a peak time for festivals before the start of the holiday season. Harvest themes abound with events focusing on beer, wine, apples, and pumpkins! It’s also a popular month for equestrian events in Virginia’s Countryside. 

Photo courtesy of Fall Pumpkin Harvest Festival 

Fall Pumpkin Harvest Festival | Through October 31

Great Country Farms, Bluemont, VA

Come celebrate Fall Y’all and enjoy an unforgettable experience picking pumpkins, getting lost in their corn maze, and roasting marshmallows at the bonfire. Don’t forget those freshly made cider donuts!

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Pumpkin Spice and Everything Nice 1M, 5K, 10K, 13.1 26.2 Virtual Race | Through October 31

Washington, DC

Did you know that October 1 is National Pumpkin Spice Day? Celebrate with this first ever Pumpkin Spice and Everything Nice 1M, 5K, 10K, 13.1 26.2 virtual race!

October is also Pregnancy & Infant Loss Awareness Month. You have the entire month of October 2024 to complete the race. A percentage of your race registration fees will be donated to the Stillborn And Infant Loss Support (SAILS), supporting their critical work helping those who have lost their child. They are not alone.

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Leesburg First Friday | October 4

McEnearney Associates & Downtown Historic Leesburg, VA

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, and join us for an art display by Lydia Marie Elizabeth, live music, food & drinks!

Fall Festival LHGC | October 4, 5-8 PM 

Locust Hill Golf Course, Charles Town, WV

Enjoy fun and activities with friends and family at the Locust Hill Golf Course in Charles Town. There will be a moon bounce, live music by Brad the Guitar Guy, tap takeover, food and drink specials, and lastly a fire pit with s’mores. 

Waterford Fair | October 4-6

National Historic Landmark of Waterford, VA

Come shop, play, tour, and make memories during this 79 year old tradition. The fair is the mid-Atlantic’s quintessential fall festival with demonstrations by fine heritage & contemporary craft artisans, living historians, a juried art show, historic properties tour, local libations, and entertainment for all ages.  

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Mount Vernon Fall Wine Festival & Sunset Tour | October 4-6

Mount Vernon Estate, Mt Vernon, VA

Bring a blanket and sample wines from 20 different Virginia wineries on the East Lawn of George Washington’s beautiful estate overlooking the Potomac River. Food will be available for purchase.

Member Tickets | Non-Member Tickets

Falls Church Farm Day | October 5, 10 AM-3 PM

Cherry Hill Park, Falls Church, VA

Enjoy a day of old fashioned fun and activities for the whole family, including a petting farm, pony rides, pumpkin painting, scarecrow making (bring your own long pants and a sleeved shirt), live music, tours of the Cherry Hill Farmhouse and barn, blacksmith demonstrations, and more.

Free Admission

Art on the Avenue in Del Ray | October 5, 10 AM – 6 PM

Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA

Jen Walker Team of McEnearney Associates is a proud sponsor of the Annual Art on the Avenue. This multicultural event includes juried artists, live music, food vendors, interactive art activities, and kids’ activities. 

Free Admission

Capital Art & Craft Festival | October 11-13

Dulles Expo Center, Chantilly, VA

This three-day eventl features 250+ artists and their unique handmade treasures that are perfect for any home or holiday gift giving.

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Fairfax Fall Festival | October 12 

Old Town Square, Fairfax, VA

Still a hometown celebration, the Fall Festival has grown to include more than 400 arts, crafts, information, food & gourmet food vendors, children’s activities, and three stages of music and entertainment for all ages. Stay for the After Fest Concert in Old Town Square.

Free Admission

Photo courtesy of Festival of Leaves

Festival of Leaves | October 11 

414 East Main Street, Front Royal, VA

We would love to invite you to Front Royal’s Ultimate Autumn Experience, the 52nd Annual Festival of Leaves. This two-day celebration begins with Dancing Downtown on Friday and continues on Saturday as one of the biggest Festivals in the Valley. As a proud sponsor of this wonderful event, we will have a stand with giveaways. Stop by!

$5 Cover Charge 

Snallygaster Beer Festival | October 12

Pennsylvania Ave NW between 3rd & 6th, Washington, DC

Those in the know know: Snallygaster is the District’s biggest & beastliest beer festival, bar none. And on October 12 the merry monster makes its triumphant return to DC for its 11th year as a rollicking tribute to the wonderful world of craft beer. Festival goers can expect a mind-boggling selection of no fewer than 350 highly sought-after brews on draft from 175+ of the finest American and international producers set against a backdrop of local food trucks and two stages of live music.

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The Virginia Fall Races | October 12

Glenwood Park, Middleburg, VA

Immerse yourself in history at Glenwood Park, the oldest continuous race course in Virginia. Join 10,000 enthusiastic fans to witness thundering hooves and heart-pounding steeplechase action. 

We are excited to be hosting a tailgate at the Fall Races with food, drinks and great company. So please stop by and say hello!

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DC Wine Fest | October 19

Dock 5 @ Union Market, Washington, DC

A wine tasting experience that aims to stimulate all your senses. All wine tastings are included in your ticket. 

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International Gold Cup | October 27

Glenwood Park, Middleburg, VA

This year, the International Gold Cup moves to Glenwood Park in Middleburg and will be run on Sunday. Tailgating at the races is a time-honored tradition, so make the most of the day and participate in the Tailgate Contest. Secure your tickets now, they go fast!

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Del Ray Halloween Parade | October 27

Del Ray, Alexandria, VA

The parade begins at Mt. Vernon Avenue south of E. Bellefonte and continues down to the Mt. Vernon Recreation Center fields at Mt. Vernon and Commonwealth Avenues for live music by Mars Rodeo and an awards presentation for the pet & stroller contests, plus best-decorated house and business. All are invited to march and show off their finest Halloween garb! Jen Walker Team of McEnearney Associates is a proud sponsor of this popular event.

Free Admission

Embassy Row Rooftop Halloween under the Stars | October 31

The Ven at Embassy Row, Washington, DC

Celebrate Halloween with an Embassy Row Rooftop Dance Soiree under the stars featuring two live bands performing swing and salsa music. The evening begins with swing and salsa dance lessons followed by a haunted battle of the bands as a swing and salsa band takes the stage to perform music for an unforgettable Halloween Soiree under the stars with spectacular views of the Washington, DC skyline as a backdrop.

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If you’re in town between vacations or need a break from preparing for the school year to start, there is still plenty to do in our area! Grab an ice cream treat from one of our favorite ice cream shops, visit nearby beaches, lakes, and rivers, or try out something new this month – county fairs abound! Below is our top selection of August events around Washington, DC, Maryland, Northern Virginia, and West Virginia. 

WASHINGTON, DC

Photo courtesy of Baltimore Post-Examiner

Otakon Annual Convention | August 1-4

Walter E. Washington Convention Center

Founded in 1994, Otakon is an annual convention held in the summer months to celebrate Asian pop culture (anime, manga, music, movies, video games, etc) and its fandom. The event runs from Friday to Sunday and the schedule is packed.

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Summer Movies Series: Carnegie Library | August 14, 6PM

Carnegie Library at Mt. Vernon Square, On The Lawn

This event features Disney’s Wish, favorite movie snacks and light fare, fun activities, a DJ and community resources. Bring your own blanket or chair to sit on for the movie. 

Register for Free Tickets

2024 National Book Festival | August 24, 9AM – 8PM

Walter E. Washington Convention Center

Since the first National Book Festival in 2001, this has become one of the most prominent literary events in the United States. A selection of programs will be livestreamed online and videos of all programs will be available shortly after the Festival.

Free Admission

MARYLAND

Photo courtesy of Annapolis Rotaract Club

Hootie & the Blowfish – Summer Camp with Trucks Tour | August 3, 7PM

Merriweather Post Pavilion, Columbia

With the rich, bluesy vocals of Darius Rucker and gleeful harmonies of guitarist Mark Bryan, bassist Dean Felber and drummer Jim “Soni” Sonefeld, Hootie & the Blowfish have sold over 25 million records worldwide to date. Their blend of pop, folk, blues, soul and rock made them hard to pigeonhole, but easily accessible to anyone who loved good music.

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Howard County Fair | August 3-10

2210 Fairgrounds Road, West Friendship

One of the area’s more agricultural fairs, the 78th Annual Howard County Fair is a great place to learn about horses, cattle, livestock, poultry, domestic arts, farming, and gardening. Of course there’s lots of food, rides, and other fun activities, too.

• Fairgrounds Map
• Events Schedule

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National Oyster Week | August 5-11

Imagine a whole weekend devoted to slurping down delicious oysters then recycling their shells back into the Chesapeake Bay to ensure there are more in years to come! Sounds delicious to us. Click Here to see participating restaurants.

Maryland Summerfest | August 24, 11AM – 6PM

Carroll County Farm Museum, Westminster

If you love delicious food trucks, beer and wine sampling from some of the most popular breweries and wineries and a variety of genres of live music from popular groups… The Maryland SummerFest is the event for you! OH WAIT.. there is more! This event is for all ages with a ton to do for the whole family, there is no excuse not to join the fun!

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VIRGINIA

Photo courtesy of Arlington County Fair

Middleburg’s Summer Sidewalk Sale | August 2-4, 10AM – 5PM

Downtown Middleburg

Many of the town’s retailers on Washington Street, Madison Street, and Federal Street will be moving discounted items to the tree-lined sidewalks for the 18th annual Summer Sidewalk Sale.

Prince William County Fair | August 9-17

Prince William County Fairgrounds

A family tradition since 1949. Virginia’s largest and most popular fair is right here in Northern Virginia. There is no shortage of great things to do and see – whether you are young or old – or some place in between. Click Here To See Daily Event Schedules & Fair Grounds Map

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15th Annual Alexandria Summer Sidewalk Sale | August 10

King Street, Alexandria

This year’s event features more than 60 Alexandria boutiques stepping out of their storefronts and offering deeply discounted summer merchandise. And not too far from Old Town you can shop the Del Ray Vintage & Flea Market from 9AM – 2PM.                                             

TASTE Leesburg | August 10, 5 – 10PM

Downtown Leesburg

TASTE Leesburg showcases some of the best food, drink, artists and merchants that Leesburg has to offer. Enjoy local beers, wine, bites, and entertainment while strolling the streets of Downtown Leesburg.

Free Admission | Click here for your drink tickets

Arlington County Fair | August 14-18

Thomas Jefferson Community Center, Arlington

This annual event is one of the largest free events offered on the East Coast. Fun for all ages! Click here to see the full schedule of events as well as directions to the fair. 

Free Admission | Tickets for rides vary

Del Ray’s 4th Annual Band & Brews | August 17, 12:30 – 6PM

Del Ray Restaurants along Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria

You won’t want to miss this fun summer event featuring live music in outdoor restaurant venues along The Avenue. Sponsored by the Jen Walker Team of McEnearney Associates to benefit Alexandria Celebrates Women (Women’s Domestic Violence Safehoue)  & The Spitfire Club. 

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Around the World Cultural Food Festival | August 24, 11AM – 7PM

Oronoco Bay Park, Alexandria

This event is admission free, with plenty of national dishes and beverages available for purchase. A national dish is any country’s culinary, and to a large extent, cultural identity.

WEST VIRGINIA

Photo courtesy of City of South Charleston

Boat & Brew: Kayaking Tour & Brewery Visit | August 4, 11AM – 4PM

River & Trail Outfitters, Harpers Ferry

River & Trail Outfitters has teamed up with Abolitionist Ale, in Charles Town, to craft a fun, festive, and flavorful day where participants paddle the mellow, wilderness-surrounded Shenandoah River and then enjoy their choice of craft beer along with a personal artisan pizza.

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Summerfest 2024 | August 14 -17, 6-10PM

301 7th Ave, South Charleston

Enjoy live bands, dance contests, carnival rides, and more during this family-friendly event. There will also be a live drone light show on Friday at 10PM.

 Charles Town Car Show | August 31, 9AM – 5PM

Charles Town, 101 E Washington St, Charles Town

Check out the biggest car show in the region located in downtown Charles Town. There will be all types of makes and models of cars to check out! Want to have your car in the show? Register here!

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A message from Kevin Bullock, Chair of the Diversity Council for McEnearney Associates | Middleburg Real Estate | Atoka Properties.

McEnearney’s  Diversity Council joins the nation in celebrating Juneteenth!  An important date in American history, Juneteenth commemorates the day African Americans in Texas learned that they were free from slavery. Although the Emancipation Proclamation was signed into law on January 1, 1863, all enslaved people were not immediately freed until June 19, 1865, when General Gordon Granger issued General Order No. 3 informing the people of Texas that all enslaved people were now free.

At McEnearney Associates, we continue to seek to end racial and ethnic disparities and make homes more affordable. I am proud of the engagement of McEnearney Associates and our agents in the endeavor to advance equity, diversity and inclusion. I invite you to continue educating yourself on the significance of Juneteenth and what the end of slavery means, not only to African Americans but to all people. 

As we reflect on what Juneteenth means, we must remain cognizant of how this day signifies the missing history of many Black Americans and the impact it still carries today.  This Juneteenth, let us pay homage to our ancestors who fought in the pursuit of our present-day freedoms, while recognizing that our fight for freedom is far from over. As a nation, we stand in acknowledgement of our journey accepting our past faults and working toward a brighter future.

From Juneteenth.com

ONE DC is organizing a Juneteenth Community Festival event on Wednesday June 19 from 11am – 5pm at the ONE DC Black Workers & Wellness Center featuring live music, local artists and vendors, community outreach tables, food and drinks. 

From Washington.org

Curated in collaboration with descendants, Ancestral Spaces: People of African Descent at Tudor Place is a special installation and guided tour of the multi-faceted individuals and families of African descent who lived and worked at Tudor Place. From Tuesday June 4 – Sunday June 9 (10 am – 4pm) explore the historic house through their lives, learn how they impacted the world around them and discover their enduring legacy.

Long before emancipation, many people enslaved at Mount Vernon resisted enslavement and sought freedom. Freedom Before Emancipation: Family Day runs June 19- 22 from 10am – 3:30pm where learners of all ages can discover how Ona Judge, Christopher Sheels, and many other men and women enslaved at Mount Vernon defined their agency and the legacies they left behind.

From Eventbrite

You will find hundreds of local and regional Juneteenth events on Eventbrite to choose from. Here’s a sampling of the many opportunities to get involved for fun, education, and community!

Watch the world sail by on a Juneteenth Kayak and Wine Excursion at Patuxent Riverkeeper, a Black-owned, non-profit on the Patuxent River in Upper Marlboro, MD. Kick off your weekend on Saturday June 8 from 10am – 1pm while you enjoy the historic grounds before heading off for an hour-long kayaking trip and then enjoy wine and light refreshments at Robin Hill Farm & Vineyard. 

Get ready to groove to the hottest tunes with Ladies Love Afrobeats and R&B Juneteenth Edition on the second floor Pure Lounge’s two story nightclub in Washington, DC. Join us Saturday June 15 at 9pm for a night of non-stop dancing and good vibes. This event is all about celebrating Juneteenth with the best of Afrobeats and R&B music brought to you by DJ 419 & A Town The Emotional DJ. 

The Maryland Black Chamber of Commerce is hosting a Juneteenth Networking Celebration on Tuesday June 18 from 5:30 – 7:30pm in Rockville, MD with saxophonist Mike Girdy and the Bowie State Choir and catering by Soulfull Cafe. 

The Juneteenth Comedy Jam at the DC Comedy Clubhouse in the U St Corridor is your destination for underground, urban, comedy vibes! Happening Tuesday June 18 from 7:30 – 9:30pm, it will be a night of hilarious stand-up comedy featuring rising comedy phenoms, local and nationally touring comedians.

Get ready to celebrate freedom and unity on a special 2-hour Juneteenth Jubilee Party Cruise event, setting sail on Wednesday June 19, 2024 from 7:15 – 9:45pm from the Georgetown Waterfront for an evening filled with music, food/drinks, and good vibes.

From Virginia.org and other Virginia sites

The “BURG” Family Reunion Club hosts its Fourth Annual Juneteenth Celebration 2024 on Saturday June 15 from 12am – 7pm featuring food & dessert trucks, music vendors, crafts and children’s activities at the Ida Lee Park in Leesburg.

WalkArlington, in partnership with the Black Heritage Museum of Arlington and Columbia Pike Partnership, presents a 2-hour guided Juneteenth Black Heritage Walk on Sunday June 16 from 1 – 3pm. Discover Black heritage in Arlington on a walk to honor led by Craig Syphax, a board member and former president of the Black Heritage Museum of Arlington.

Fairfax County is hosting their Juneteenth celebrations with storytelling, family activities, food and tours at the Sully Historic Site in Chantilly on Wednesday June 19 from 10am – 4pm.

Discover history through hands-on activities, art, history, and poetry readings at the Juneteenth Celebration at Carlyle House, a historic house museum, in collaboration with The Athenaeum, a regional arts organization, both in Old Town Alexandria. Events run Wednesday June 19 from 6 – 8pm. 

 Events on The National Mall and other popular museums

• The National Museum of African American History & Culture has organized the Juneteenth Community Day themed “Freedom, Movement, and Migration” on Saturday June 15 from 11:00 am – 4:30 pm. This special day is designed to engage people of all ages in a meaningful celebration of freedom and cultural evolution, commemorating Juneteenth’s significance in the journey toward equality and recognition in American history. 
• The Smithsonian’s Anacostia Community Museum is bringing back its iconic Juneteenth festival with a daylong celebration on Wednesday June 19 from 10 am – 5 pm. Visitors will experience a full day of live music performances, an Urban Gardening Workshop with Derek Thomas and more.
• The National Archives will display the original Emancipation Proclamation and its companion document, General Order No. 3, which granted freedom to the last enslaved people in Galveston, TX on June 18-20 from 10am – 7pm. Because of their fragility the documents can only see 36 hours of sunlight per year so this is a rare chance to glimpse the originals.

• At the National Gallery of Art visitors can enjoy classic and contemporary art from essential Black artists and take a customized tour of 10 notable artists in the collection, and then enjoy a Juneteenth Jazz Concert with the Muneer Nasser Quintet in the Sculpture Garden on Friday June 21 from 6 – 8:30 pm.
• Through November, visitors to the National Portrait Gallery can experience “Lessons of the Hour – Frederick Douglas” by Isaac Julien. It’s a fascinating moving image installation, which blends period reenactments across live screens to give the viewer insight into the life, accomplishments, activism and brilliance of Frederick Douglass, one of the world’s greatest abolitionists.

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Photo courtesy of Upperville Colt & Horse Show

Upbeat festivals, outdoor dining, and other happenings in June truly mark the beginning of summer. Don’t miss the chance to live this month to the fullest with our curated selection of June events around Washington, DC, Northern Virginia, and Maryland.

A Taste of Del Ray Along The Avenue | June 2, 1-3PM

Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA

Ticket holders for this popular annual event will enjoy a wide range of tastes from top Del Ray restaurants and can cast their votes for the People’s Choice award. Restaurants are also encouraged to offer cocktail pairings to complement their dishes.

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The Upperville Colt & Horse Show | June 3-9

8300 John S. Mosby Hwy, Upperville, VA

This year marks the 171st anniversary of the longest-running horse show in America and Middleburg Real Estate is a proud sponsor of the Upperville Colt and Horse Show. During this week, the nation’s top-ranked hunters and jumpers will compete alongside the local ponies, sidesaddle ladies, and the future of the sport in Hunter Breeding and leadline classes.

To see a map of the grounds, please click here

General Admission Parking fees apply. Higher tier packages may be available.

Leesburg First Friday | June 7, 6-10PM

McEnearney Associates & Downtown Historic Leesburg, VA

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 from Tom Lofren.

Photo courtesy of Tinner Hill Music Festival

29th Annual Tinner Hill Heritage Music Festival | June 8, 11AM- 8PM

Cherry Hill Park (Falls Church, VA)

Tinner Hill Heritage Music Festival is the premier charity event that celebrates & honors the African American legacy. The Music Festival brings culturally rich live music and arts to the City of Falls Church to create a sensational festival experience.

To see a map of the grounds, please click here

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Capital Pride Festival | June 9, 12-10PM

Pennsylvania Ave NW and 3rd Street, NW, Washington, DC (next to the National Mall)

Join the LGBTQ+ community on America’s Main Street, historic Pennsylvania Avenue, for the return of the Capital Pride Festival. Enjoy a full day of entertainment on three stages, food, drink, and advocacy with over 300 exhibitors. The Festival is the largest annual event in the national capital region and continues to be free to the public.

Free Admission and Open to the Public

Pride Parade | June 11, 3-7:30PM

Logan & Dupont Circle Neighborhoods, Washington, DC

This beloved tradition honors the history and acknowledges the evolution of the LGBTQ+ neighborhoods in Washington, DC, while respecting the origins and importance of taking to the streets in their fight for equality. Be prepared to experience one of the largest Pride Parades to ever take place in the Nation’s Capital.

36th Annual Antique & Classic Boat Festival | June 14-16

Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum, Saint Michael’s, MD

Over Father’s Day weekend, the Chesapeake Bay Chapter of the Antique and Classic Boat Society hosts the largest antique and classic boat show in the Mid-Atlantic. This year, the theme is “It’s All About Fishing!” In addition to their maritime-influenced vendors and exhibitors, visitors to the show have access to all of the exhibits and displays at the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum (CBMM).

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Photo courtesy of National Air and Space Museum, Smithsonian Institution

Innovations in Flight | June 15, 10AM – 3PM

Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center, Chantilly, VA

Explore the engineering and design innovations that have taken place during the last century of flight. Talk with pilots of vintage and modern aircraft, on display outside the Museum for one day only. See over 50 unique aircraft, flown in for one day only, at this annual event.

Reserve Free Tickets

Savage Mill Bluegrass Festival | June 15, 12-5PM

Historic Savage Mill, MD

Come and listen to some awesome jams by Maryland’s top bluegrass bands. There will be food, brews, local vendors, and FREE axe throwing. Bring chairs, umbrellas, pups, and blankets. Make it a family event. Kids below 8 years old are free. 

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15th Silver Spring Blues Festival | June 15, 10AM-10PM

Silver Spring Town Center, MD

This all-day event will fill your soul with blues that you may not have heard before! There will be food and live entertainment for your enjoyment.

Free Admission and Parking

AFLO Fest | June 22, 2-9PM

17281 Simmons Road, Purcellville, VA

This casual, family-friendly event is a celebration of American music, farming, and inclusive community in the heart of Western Loudoun County featuring bluegrass and American roots music plus food and drink from local food truck vendors, vineyards, and breweries. McEnearney Associates | Middleburg Real Estate | Atoka Properties is a proud sponsor. 

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32nd National Capital Barbecue Battle | June 22 & 23, 11AM- 7PM

Pennsylvania Avenue NW between 3rd and 7th Streets, NW, Washington, DC

Eat your way down Historic Pennsylvania Avenue by sampling more than 100 of your favorite brands and enjoy the hottest beats from one of four entertainment stages. You’ll be on nostalgia overload – reliving the ‘90s with throwback activities, neon everything, and classic hairstyles.

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Out & About Festival | June 22, 3PM

Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts, Vienna, VA

With three stages, including headliner Grammy winner Brittany Howard, indie-pop sensation Jenny Lewis, and the high-energy sounds of Lawrence, it’s a day of nature, music, and Pride in America’s only National Park for the Performing Arts. Expect fun surprises, tasty bites, community connections, and a celebration of LGBTQ+ talent and allies. An unforgettable experience!

Tickets | VIP Package

Smithsonian Folklife Festival | June 26 – July 1 

The National Mall, Washington, DC

Produced annually by the Smithsonian Center for Folklife and Cultural Heritage, this year’s Festival, Indigenous Voices of the Americas, is a celebration of the National Museum of the American Indian. Indigenous artists and makers, professional chefs and home cooks, musicians, dancers, athletes, and storytellers will demonstrate the depth of multigenerational traditions as well as new, innovative approaches to cultural expression. Free performances, workshops, demonstrations, and other activities are open to all on the National Mall.

Free Admission

Photo courtesy of Mount Vernon

Independence Fireworks | June 30 & July 1, 2023 6–9:30PM

George Washington’s Mount Vernon, Alexandria, VA

We know it’s only June, but start your Independence Day celebration early! Check out this event for stunning fireworks, musical performances, and games on George Washington’s scenic estate along the Potomac. Mansion tours are also available to brush up on your history. Fireworks begin at approximately 9:30 pm.

Member Tickets | Non-Member Tickets

CELEBRATING JUNETEENTH

CAACO Juneteenth Celebration 2024 | June 15, 3:30PM

6401 Forest Road Cheverly, MD 20785

You are invited to CAACO’s 3rd Annual Juneteenth Celebration! Enjoy a day of fun-filled great food, shopping, raffles and more.

Free Admission

Emancipation Proclamation & General Order No. 3 | June 18-20

National Archives, Washington, DC

On June 19, 1865, two and a half years after President Abraham Lincoln’s historic Emancipation Proclamation, U.S. Maj. Gen. Gordon Granger issued General Order No. 3, which informed the people of Texas that all enslaved people were now free. 

This day has come to be known as Juneteenth, a combination of June and nineteenth. It is also called Freedom Day or Emancipation Day. It is the oldest known celebration commemorating the end of slavery in the United States.

The original Emancipation Proclamation document will be featured in the East Wing of the Rotunda of the National Archives building on June 18-20, alongside ‘Juneteenth’ General Order No.3 which will be featured in the West Wing of the Rotunda.

Free Admission | Timed Passes Recommended

Juneteenth Freedom Celebration: Unity. Freedom. Acknowledgement. | June 19, 10AM-5PM

Anacostia Community Museum, Washington, DC

Gather with family, friends, and neighbors for this day-long celebration to honor the present and reflect on shared tradition and history.

Registration Recommended

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It’s time to shake off the last chill of winter and celebrate the beauty of spring! Check out our list of April events around the Washington, DC, Maryland, and Northern Virginia area. From garden expos to street festivals and markets, there is plenty to choose from this month.

Of course, the biggest DC area celebration this time of year is the National Cherry Blossom Festival – click here for festival highlights.

Photo courtesy of: Town of Leesburg

Leesburg First Friday | April 5, 6PM-10PM

Leesburg Town Hall | McEnearney Associates

Stroll through Historic Downtown Leesburg on the first Friday of each month and visit the 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 refreshments, food, and giveaways!

48th Annual Community Art Show and Sale | April 12-14

April 12, 2PM-6PM | April 13, 11AM-5PM | April 14, 11PM-5PM

The Women’s Club of Chevy Chase

The Woman’s Club of Chevy Chase is proud to host the 48th Annual Community Art Show and Sale. This 3-day event will include approximately 400 pieces of artwork from more than 130 talented local community artists.  

Photo courtesy of DC Wine Fest

DC Wine Fest! Spring Edition | April 13

Dock 5 at Union Market

A wine-tasting experience that aims to stimulate all your senses. Enjoy great food and live music performances, while tasting some of the best varieties from around the world.

Tickets

Del Ray Dog Fest | April 14, 11AM – 3PM

George Washington Middle School

The 2nd Annual Del Ray Dog Fest is a fun outdoor event (rain or shine) featuring dog-centered activities, dog menu items, live music, vendors, and food. Following the event, participating restaurants will host “Yappy Hours” for owners and their pets. Our very own, The Peele Group, are sponsors of this great community event!

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Filmfest DC | April 18 – 28

Various Locations

Every year, the Washington, DC International Film Festival features many new and exciting films from around the world, including some from local filmmakers. This year’s opening night will feature the much-anticipated Widow Clicquot at the French Embassy with reception to follow.

Tickets

Photo courtesy of Middleburg Spring Races

Middleburg Spring Races | April, 20

36800 Glenwood Park Lane, Middleburg, VA 20117 | Glenwood Park Race Course

Surrounded by Virginia’s famous hunt country, the Middleburg Spring Races have become the quintessential event to welcome spring, synonymous with the blooming of the dogwoods.

General Admission Tickets | Reserved Enclosure Wristband

Leesburg Flower & Garden Festival | April 20 & 21, 10AM – 5PM

Downtown Historic Leesburg | Festival Map

The Flower and Garden Festival has become an annual rite of spring for Loudoun County and it’s not hard to see why. The downtown festival boasts 150 vendors including landscapers, gardening suppliers, plant sellers, outdoor living furniture, and more. Stop by our Leesburg office on Market Street to say hello and grab refreshments! 

Free Admission

Photo courtesy of VA Garden Week

Virginia Historic Garden Week | April 20 – 27

Statewide | Tour Information

For one week each April, visitors may tour inspired private landscapes, public gardens, and historic sites across Virginia. The event includes unique tours organized and hosted by 48 member clubs. In addition, more than 1,000 world-class floral arrangements are created to enhance tour properties. 

• Old Town Alexandria | April 20

• Leesburg | April 21-22

• Fairfax County-McLean | April 23

• Oak Spring in Upperville | April 25-26

• Winchester | April 27

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Sipping for Sprout |  April 21, 12 – 3PM

Stone Tower Winery

A robust silent auction, wine tastings, live music, food, and fun for kids – this event raises funds to support Sprout Therapeutic Riding and Education Center.

Tickets

Photo courtesy of Kensington Day of the Book Festival

17th Annual Kensington Day of the Book Festival | April 21, 11AM – 4PM

Howard Avenue, Armory Avenue, and Fawcett Street in Kensington, MD

The Kensington Day of the Book Festival is a family-friendly street festival, held rain or shine, spanning three blocks of Howard Avenue. Meet authors, poets, literary and community organizations. Live music on multiple stages, special guest speakers, poetry readings, cookbook demos, children’s programs, and much more. Now in its 17th year, this festival offers something for everyone!

Photo courtesy of Georgetown French Market

21st Annual Georgetown French Market | April 26 – 28

Wisconsin Avenue, O Street to Reservoir Road, Georgetown, DC

This popular open-air market – originally inspired by those often seen in France – features sidewalk sales and specials from more than 35 locally-owned boutiques, cafés, and galleries. Click Here to view Participating Shops & Restaurants.

Kensington Dog Parade | April 27, 10AM-12PM

Flinn Park

The Kensington office of McEnearney Associates | Middleburg Real Estate | Atoka Properties is proud to sponsor this year’s Kensington Dog Parade. Come show off your pooch, visit local vendors, have your puppy’s photo taken by a professional photographer, win prizes, and much more!

10th Arlington Festival of the Arts | April 27 & 28, 10AM – 5PM

Clarendon

At the Arlington Festival of the Arts, visitors can expect to be impressed by a diverse range of artistic mediums, including sculpture, pottery, jewelry, photography, mixed media, painting, and much more. This outdoor event takes place on N. Highland Street and N. Hartford Street, close to the area’s most popular restaurants and shopping destinations.

Free Admission

Britain On The Green | April 28

Gunston Hall

Join the Capital Triumph Register for the 26th annual Britain on the Green with friends, family, and fellow British car enthusiasts. Whether you enter a car yourself or just come to enjoy the scenery, these are some of the most beautiful and fun cars around.

Tickets

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