Northern Virginia Real Estate and Community News Blog

Here’s a look at what’s happening in our area this weekend. Northern Virginia Restaurant Week continues through the weekend, ending on March 27. It’s a great opportunity to try out a new restaurant at a bargain price. The City of Fairfax’s Bonita Lestina Performance series presents Ensemble Gaudior Clarinet, Fortep...

The Symphony Orchestra of Northern Virginia is putting on a Friday Evening Chamber Concert at 7:30pm at the Durant Arts Center in Old Town Alexandria. Tickets can be purchased online or at the door and are $15 per person with kids under 5 free. The Greater Manassas St. Patrick’s Day Parade is on Saturday from 11am to 12:30pm. The pa...

We’ve gone from 70 degrees to snow flurries in one week, which can only mean, it’s March in Virginia! Here’s a look at some local events that are happening in our area this weekend. The opening reception for the new Through the Looking Glass art exhibit is Friday from 7pm to 9pm. This new exhibit at the Del Ray Artisans ...

Normally we’re still shoveling snow this time of year but it looks like the warm weather is supposed to continue through the weekend. If you’re looking for something to do, here’s a look at some of the events that are happening throughout our area. Alexandria’s Winter Restaurant Week continues through this weekend,...

Happy President’s Day Weekend! If you’re lucky enough to have Monday off you might consider visiting one of the many nearby National Parks because admission is free for President’s Day! George Washington’s Mount Vernon is also offering free admission to the estate on Monday and again on Wednesday, February 22, whic...

Here’s a look at what’s happening in our area this weekend. The Rosslyn Holiday Market Festival and Bonfire is Friday and Saturday in Arlington. The Holiday Market opens at 3pm on Friday with the Pub in the Park opening at 5:30 featuring food trucks, activities, and beverage sales. The bonfire and DJ start at 7pm, and a live 80’s...

Northern Virginia is getting ready for the holidays this weekend. Here’s a look at what’s happening throughout our area. Leesburg’s annual Christmas tree and Menorah lighting is Friday at 6pm on the Town Green. Local schools will perform and there will be a holiday sing-a-long. Old Town Manassas kicks off the holiday season with t...

Thanksgiving is next week and believe it or not, holiday events are already starting this weekend! If you’re not quite ready to start celebrating the holiday season, there are plenty of other options to keep you busy. Here’s a look. The historic First Baptist Church of Alexandria is hosting an International Holiday Bazaar on Friday a...

Here’s a look at what’s happening this Veteran’s Day weekend. Thank you to all of our veterans for your service. In honor of Veterans Day, all Fairfax County Rec Centers are offering free admission to veterans and their families all day on Friday. The National Park Service is also offering free national park admission to all visito...

Here’s a look at what’s happening in our area this weekend. The Fall Gallery Walk is Friday evening from 6-9pm in Historic Downtown Manassas. Local merchants will display their artwork. This is a free event. The Art League of Old Town Alexandria presents Art on Tap Friday from 7-10pm. Local breweries have paired their craft beers wi...