Smash Mouth To Kick Off Rocktoberfest At Reston Town Center

Press Release: RTCA

RESTON, VA — Reston Town Center Association (RTCA) and BXP announced a new, free concert at Reston Town Center (RTC) following the success of its weekly summer concert series. Rocktoberfest, which will take place on Saturday, October 11, will be headlined by international recording sensation Smash Mouth, best known for six Top-20 hits including “I’m a Believer,” "Walkin' on the Sun," and "All-Star."

The show will begin at 5:00 p.m. with beloved Washington, D.C. cover band keeton, followed by national rock band Ace Munroe at 6:45 p.m. and Smash Mouth’s headlining performance at 8:30 p.m. All three bands will be making their debuts at Reston Town Center.

“What better way to kick off Rocktoberfest than with an iconic, chart-busting band like Smash Mouth,” said Robert Goudie, RTCA Executive Director. “Our summer concerts are recognized throughout the region for their distinctive offerings, and we see Rocktoberfest as a way of extending that terrific concert experience into the fall with three incredible bands at one venue.”

The event is Sip & Stroll, which allows concertgoers to purchase a beverage of their choice from any of the nine participating RTC restaurants. Patrons may not bring their own alcohol to this or any RTC event. Sip & Stroll will start at 4:30 p.m.

“We are proud to sponsor the first annual Rocktoberfest at Reston Town Center,” said Alex Young, BXP’s Vice President of Marketing for the DC Region. “This event will energize the community with fresh, nationally recognized entertainment, building on the beloved tradition of free concerts in the Pavilion. Rocktoberfest is a perfect example of the unique cultural programming that makes Reston Town Center so dynamic, and we’re excited to celebrate with the community.”

Rocktoberfest will kick off the week before with a special 25th Anniversary screening of Shrek in the Pavilion on Friday, October 3 at 7:30 p.m., presented in partnership with the Washington West Film Festival.

Roctoberfest is also supported by the Hyatt Regency Reston, the Artist Accommodations Sponsor, and Makers Union, the Artist Hospitality Sponsor. RTCA and BXP partner with Party DC to secure concert performers. The event will be held rain or shine, barring severe weather or storms. Day-of weather cancellations will be posted on the RTCA website, or visitors can call 703-435-6600, x2.

Full details at the Rocktoberfest web page.

About Reston Town Center Association
Reston Town Center is a major employment and amenity center for the region. The Association’s mission includes support of transit-oriented development, a strong commitment to the arts and community programming, and design review — all in support of advancing RTC both as Reston’s downtown and as an exceptional regional destination that is a welcoming place for all.

About Reston Town Center
Reston Town Center is an acclaimed, urban development located in the heart of Northern Virginia. Largely owned and managed by BXP, Reston Town Center is home to over 50 retailers, 30 restaurants, over 2,000 residential homes and 5 million square feet of Class A office space. Since becoming one of the nation’s first developments of its kind in 1990, Reston Town Center offers residents and visitors an innovative and energizing experience with outdoor recreation spaces, and dynamic seasonal traditions and events. For information about shopping, dining, and events at Reston Town Center, please visit https://restontowncenter.com/.

About BXP
BXP, Inc. (NYSE: BXP) is the largest publicly traded developer, owner, and manager of premier workplaces in the United States, concentrated in six dynamic gateway markets - Boston, Los Angeles, New York, San Francisco, Seattle, and Washington, DC. BXP has delivered places that power progress for our clients and communities for more than 50 years. BXP is a fully integrated real estate company, organized as a real estate investment trust (REIT). As of June 30, 2025, BXP’s portfolio, including properties owned by unconsolidated joint ventures, totaled 53.7 million square feet and 186 properties, with ten properties under construction or redevelopment. For more information, visit www.bxp.com or follow us on LinkedIn or Instagram.