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Join us as we celebrate the United Nations International Day of Peace with international food, entertainment, and fellowship, crossing the “Bridge of Peace” and affirming our shared commitment to peace—for everyone, everywhere, every day.Contact: Moseley-marks@us.upf.org

Local Event: International Day of Peace

International Day of Peace

Join us as we celebrate the United Nations International Day of Peace with international food, entertainment, and fellowship,...

Our 5th annual Oktoberfest &amp;&nbsp;Crafts outdoor event. This is a fundraiser to support homeless programs in Fairfax County. Regular admission includes brats, hot pretzels, root beer floats and other great food. Adults over 21 may also purchase a beer ticket including sampling of 6 different home brews, plus a few local IPAs. Local crafters will be there along with live music performances from Stone Middle School and Jubilee Performing Arts.&nbsp; There will be art activities and games for kids. Test your knowledge with the annual Trivia event!&nbsp; Don't forget our Cake Walk with awesome prizes!&nbsp;
All-inclusive tickets are $25.00 for adults drinking beer; 
$15.00 over 18 and non-beer drinkers 
$10.00 for under 18 
Children 4 and under are free!&nbsp; 
No admission needed to visit the crafters. 
 Saturday October 3, rain or shine 2pm-6pm. Register in advance at link. Next to Stone Middle School off of Braddock Rd.&nbsp;
Crafters, please email us at standrewcrafts@gmail.com for registration.&nbsp;

Local Event: Oktoberfest & Crafts 

Oktoberfest & Crafts 

Our 5th annual Oktoberfest & Crafts outdoor event. This is a fundraiser to support homeless programs in Fairfax County. Regular...

Vanish Farmwoods Brewery

Join us for our 8th Annual Pints 4 Paws celebration and fundraiser at Vanish Brewery in Lucketts Virginia! Proceeds benefit LC3's community cat Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) &amp; Kitten Rescue programs.
Visit our <a href="https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/lc3s-pints-4-paws" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Pints 4 Paws Zeffy page</a> to pre-purchase entry tickets and discounted&nbsp;raffle tickets! Tickets will also be available on the day of the event at the LC3 check-in tent behind the brewery. 
<h3>Drink Beer, Save Cats!</h3>
Come on out to Vanish to help <a href="https://www.loudouncommunitycats.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Loudoun Community Cat Coalition</a> raise funds for our Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) spay/neuter and Kitten Rescue adoption programs!
Every ticket sold will help to spay/neuter, vaccinate, and microchip community cats, and to rescue kittens born in the wild so they can be adopted as indoor pets.
We will have fantastic raffle prizes, including a variety of gift baskets, gift cards, and a paw-some cat tree! 
We'll also have lots of kitty-related merch available for purchase from our <a href="https://www.loudouncommunitycats.org/shop" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Meow Boutique</a> - beer &amp; wine glasses, t-shirts, hoodies, koozies, catnip toys, insulated reusable&nbsp;grocery bags, chip-clips, cat pens, and more!
Scroll down on the order form to pre-order raffle tickets and t-shirts and we'll have them ready for you when you check-in at the event!
Visit the Kitten Cabana where you can check out adoptable kittens and cats!
There will be lots of vendors with arts, crafts, photo prints, semi-precious fine jewelry, birdhouses and wood creations, crochet animal plushies, local honey, candles, lotions, soaps, dry flower arrangements and floral art, herbal teas, gelato samples, face painting, drink discounts, and more! 
Check the <a href="https://vanishbeer.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Vanish </a>web page for live music and delicious craft brews and food available at the venue. This event is rain or shine! We'll be indoors at Vanish if it rains.

Local Event: LC3' Pints 4 Paws Celebration and Fundraiser for Community Cats

Leesburg

LC3' Pints 4 Paws Celebration and Fundraiser...

Join us for our 8th Annual Pints 4 Paws celebration and fundraiser at Vanish Brewery in Lucketts Virginia! Proceeds benefit...

LC3' Pints 4 Paws Celebration and Fundraiser for Community Cats

St. Andrew the Apostle Catholic Church

Join us on Sunday, October 4 at 4:00 PM as the world-renowned U.S. Army Chorus, part of Pershing’s Own, opens the St. Andrew Concert Series!
This free concert will feature a wonderful mix of patriotic favorites, popular hits, timeless classical selections, and inspiring sacred music. With powerful voices and masterful choral arrangements, the U.S. Army Chorus promises an afternoon that will entertain, inspire, and bring audiences together through the universal language of song.
For more than 70 years, the U.S. Army Chorus has represented musical excellence while performing for audiences across the nation and supporting America’s senior military and government leaders.
📅Sunday, October 4, 2026 🕓 4:00 PM 📍 St. Andrew the Apostle Catholic Church 6720 Union Mill Road, Clifton, VA 🎟️ Free and open to the public!
Following the concert, stay for a complimentary reception with light refreshments and an opportunity to mingle with fellow concertgoers and meet the artists.
💙 Support the Arts: While the concert is free, your support helps sustain the St. Andrew the Apostle Concert Series. For moe information, visit our table at the after-concert reception or anytime online at<a href="https://www.st-andrew.org/concerts" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank"> www.st-andrew.org/concerts</a>.
For more information, visit<a href="https://www.st-andrew.org/concerts" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank"> www.st-andrew.org/concerts</a> or call 703-817-1770.
Mark your calendar and be sure to bring your family and friends. Plan to join us on October 4th for an outstanding afternoon with the U.S. Army Chorus, one of America’s premier choral ensembles!

Local Event: Get Ready for an Extraordinary Afternoon of Music with the U.S. Army Chorus!

Clifton

Get Ready for an Extraordinary Afternoon of...

Join us on Sunday, October 4 at 4:00 PM as the world-renowned U.S. Army Chorus, part of Pershing’s Own, opens the St. Andrew...

Get Ready for an Extraordinary Afternoon of Music with the U.S. Army Chorus!

The Tower Club Tysons

Join Marian Homes, Inc. for our 2026 Casino Night Gala on Saturday, October 10, at the beautiful Tower Club in Tysons Corner! Enjoy an exciting evening of casino games, delicious food, silent auctions, fellowship, and fun—all while supporting affordable housing for adults with intellectual disabilities. This year, we’re celebrating 30 years of Marian Homes and investing in the future of our homes through our Home Refurbishment Initiative. Don’t miss this special night! Get your tickets today at <a href="https://donorbox.org/events/939860/steps/choose_tickets" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Purchase Gala Tickets</a>.

Local Event: Marian Homes, Inc. 2026 Casino Night Gala

Fairfax Station

Marian Homes, Inc. 2026 Casino Night Gala

Join Marian Homes, Inc. for our 2026 Casino Night Gala on Saturday, October 10, at the beautiful Tower Club in Tysons Corner!...

Add the Fall Fun Fest to your Fall activities!&nbsp;On Saturday, October 17th, from 3-5 PM, we have a whole afternoon planned for you and your family, kids and neighbors. There will be Trunk-or-Treat, (so wear your best costume!) games, free food, and an exciting kids' show that will be performed at 4:45 that you won't want to miss. We can't wait to create memories with you!&nbsp;

Local Event: Fall Fun Fest! 

Fall Fun Fest! 

Add the Fall Fun Fest to your Fall activities! On Saturday, October 17th, from 3-5 PM, we have a whole afternoon planned for...

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