Seasonal & Holidays

10 Can’t-Miss Things To Do In NoVA This October

From fall festivals to Oktoberfest, there's plenty to do even before Halloween in October around Northern Virginia.

Vienna Oktoberfest is one of the event highlights during October around Northern Virginia.
Vienna Oktoberfest is one of the event highlights during October around Northern Virginia. (Vienna Business Association)

October typically hits a weather sweet spot — not too hot and not too cold — making it the perfect time to squeeze in some can’t-miss events in Northern Virginia.

October is known for Halloween, but it’s also a great time for harvest festivals, Oktoberfest celebrations, and other community events.

Before you know it, the winter holidays will overtake your calendar. Be sure to schedule date night, family day or even “you” time before October slips away.

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To help you fill out your calendar, we’ve rounded up 10 can’t-miss events from around the Northern Virginia region.

Oct. 4: 30th Annual Art on the Avenue, Alexandria

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Oct. 4: Vienna Oktoberfest, Vienna

Oct. 4: Rosslyn Fall Fest, Arlington

Oct. 11-12: Fredericksburg Fall Arts & Craft Show, Fredericksburg

Oct. 18: Fall Harvest Family Days at Mount Vernon, Mount Vernon

Oct. 18-19: Workhouse Fall Fest, Lorton

Oct. 18: Centreville Day, Centreville

Oct. 18: Celebrate Purcellville Fall Festival, Purcellville

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