Our semi-annual sale is on all day Friday and Saturday !Pre-sale Thursday night April 23 from 6-8 with $30 admission, free Friday 10-6 and Saturday 10-4. $5 bag sale 4-5 Saturday, with unlimited bags available.Most books $1-2. CDS and DVDs $1/disc. VInyl, vintage books, audio books, DVDs, specially priced books at fair prices.An amazing assortment of materials from interesting libraries includes sci-fi/fantasy, children’s books, history, biography, general interest and categories, many like-new or unopened books, movies and music.

Local Event: Great Falls Library BOOK SALE

Fairfax County

Reston

Virginia

Great Falls Library BOOK SALE

Our semi-annual sale is on all day Friday and Saturday !Pre-sale Thursday night April 23 from 6-8 with $30 admission, free...

Brooksfield School is hosting an Open House on Saturday, April 25, 2026 from 10 to 11:30am. &nbsp;Come see our new state of the art location. &nbsp;Brooksfield School is a Montessori School dedicated to the arts and the outdoors and serves children ages 2-6yrs. &nbsp;We also offer a before and after care program with local FCPS schools as well as a 10 week summer camp program for children ages 3-10years. &nbsp;Families are invited to stop by, visit our classrooms, learn about our programs and meet some of our staff. &nbsp;Brooksfield is now enrolling for Fall. 2026 in all of our programs. &nbsp;To RSVP please email sarah@brooksfieldschool.org. &nbsp;

Local Event: Brooksfield School Open House on Saturday, April 25, 2026

McLean

Brooksfield School Open House on Saturday,...

Brooksfield School is hosting an Open House on Saturday, April 25, 2026 from 10 to 11:30am.  Come see our new state of the art...

Brooksfield School Open House on Saturday, April 25, 2026

John Carlyle Square

🌸 Alexandria Art Show &amp; Craft Spring Fair 🌸 ✨ Honoring Moms, Inspiring Art — A Spring Fair to Remember! ✨
Spring is in the air, and John Carlyle Square is coming alive with creativity! Join us for a vibrant day of art, shopping, and community at the Alexandria Art Show &amp; Craft Spring Fair.

Browse an incredible selection of handmade art, crafts, jewelry, fashion, home décor, gifts, and more from talented local artisans, makers, and small businesses. It’s the perfect way to celebrate spring, support creatives, and find something truly unique.

🎨 What you’ll love: 🛍️ Unique handmade and artisan goods 🌷 A beautiful outdoor spring setting 🤝 Support local artists and small businesses 💐 A perfect outing to celebrate moms, family, and community

📅 Saturday, April 25, 2026 ⏰ 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM 📍 John Carlyle Square, Alexandria, VA

Bring your friends, family, and spring vibes for a fun-filled day of shopping, strolling, and celebrating art in Old Town Alexandria.

Local Event: Alexandria Art Show & Spring Craft Fair ~ Mother's Day Celebration @ John Carlyle Square

Greater Alexandria

Alexandria Art Show & Spring Craft Fair ~...

🌸 Alexandria Art Show & Craft Spring Fair 🌸 ✨ Honoring Moms, Inspiring Art — A Spring Fair to Remember! ✨
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Alexandria Art Show & Spring Craft Fair ~ Mother's Day Celebration @ John Carlyle Square

Reston Town Center

Celebrate creativity, community, and the planet at ChalkFest at eARTh Day 2026, a joyful outdoor art event hosted by Public Art Reston on Saturday, April 25, 2026, at Reston Town Square Park. The event is presented as part of the annual eARTh Day celebration organized by the Reston Town Center Association.
ChalkFest welcomes artists of all ages and skill levels—from professional artists to enthusiastic amateurs, families and kids. Registered participants will create their own chalk masterpieces in designated squares, with prizes awarded in categories such as Professional Artists, Amateur Artists, Families &amp; Kids, and People’s Choice. 
Chalking begins at 11:00 a.m., judging starts at 4:00 p.m., and winners will be announced at 5:00 p.m.
To register:
Professional Artists (By invitation only): Visit <a href="https://bit.ly/4uxd16x" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/4uxd16x</a>
Amateur Artists and Families &amp; Kids: <a href="https://bit.ly/4beRjwP" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/4beRjwP</a>
As part of the day’s celebration, the winning poems from the Public Art Reston Poetry Contest will be featured in the program, highlighting the voices of local writers alongside the visual artwork. 
To submit your poems and participate, visit: <a href="https://bit.ly/4dqzc8p" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/4dqzc8p</a>
Visitors of all ages are invited to stroll along and watch the pavement come alive as it transforms into a vibrant gallery of chalk art inspired by nature and environmental themes. Throughout the day, artists will fill the park’s surrounding streets with colorful drawings celebrating the beauty of the Earth.
But there’s more! There will also be free face painting for children, live music, and other family-friendly activities, making the event a lively and welcoming gathering for the whole community. Local businesses and community groups are also encouraged to participate. ChalkFest ay eARTh Day 2026 is a perfect opportunity for team-building and community engagement.
ChalkFest at eARTh Day 2026 is made possible thanks to the generous support of: Reston Town Center Association, Reston Community Center, County of Fairfax, Virginia, Boston Properties, Virginia Commission for the Arts, National Endowment for the Arts, ArtsFairfax, and Bach to Rock.

Local Event: ChalkFest at eARTh Day 

ChalkFest at eARTh Day 

Celebrate creativity, community, and the planet at ChalkFest at eARTh Day 2026, a joyful outdoor art event hosted by Public Art...

Bring your family and friends to the Purcellville Music and Arts Festival on Saturday, April 25 from noon to 7 p.m. rain or shine. This free, family-friendly event will be held at Fireman’s Field Park and inside the Bush Tabernacle Skating Rink at 250 South Nursery Avenue.

Enjoy a full day of live music and performances across multiple stages, along with an art exhibit, games, chalk art, and a variety of interactive activities. Browse offerings from local vendors featuring handcrafted goods, food, beverages, and more. There will be fun for all ages, including face painting, glitter tattoos, sidewalk chalk art, and t-shirt or tote bag decorating. Local non-profits will also be on-site sharing information and resources. Special activities will highlight and celebrate the 250th anniversary of America’s independence. 
Inside the Bush Tabernacle Skating Rink—transformed into the Art Hall—you’ll find more than 30 works of art, live performances, art demonstrations, and hands-on activities including quilt square decorating and an Instrument Petting Zoo. Be sure to pick up a festival scavenger hunt booklet and complete it for a chance to win a prize! 
Thank you to the sponsors of the festival: Renewal by Andersen, The Back Nine Golf Leesburg, Northern Virginia Orthodontics, Bank of Clarke Foundation, Longhouse Architects, Valley Energy, the Bush Tabernacle Skating Rink, MotoMember, and OHM Productions. If you or your business are interested in sponsoring this event, please email <a href="mailto:events@purcellvilleva.gov">events@purcellvilleva.gov</a>. 
The Purcellville Music and Arts Festival is jointly hosted by the Purcellville Parks and Recreation Advisory Board, the Purcellville Arts Council, and the Town of Purcellville. For more information about the Purcellville Music and Arts Festival please visit <a href="https://www.purcellvillemusicandartsfestival.com" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.purcellvillemusicandartsfestival.com</a> and follow PVilleMusicArts on Facebook.

Local Event: Purcellville Music and Arts Festival

Loudoun County

Leesburg

Purcellville Music and Arts Festival

Bring your family and friends to the Purcellville Music and Arts Festival on Saturday, April 25 from noon to 7 p.m. rain or...

Annandale Virginia Fire House Expo Hall 7128 Columbia Pike 22003

Shoff Promotions Comic Book,
Sports Card and Pokemon Show 

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Local Event: Shoff Promotions Comic Book, Sports Card and Pokemon Show

Shoff Promotions Comic Book, Sports Card and...


Shoff Promotions  Comic Book,
Sports Card  and Pokemon Show  

SUNDAY
APRIL 26 ..9:30am-3pm
Annandale
Virginia Fire House Expo...

Shoff Promotions Comic Book, Sports Card and Pokemon Show

Alden Theatre

Come support local musicians at The Alden Theatre on Sunday, April 26 at 2 p.m.&nbsp;<a href="https://msmsfairfax.com/who-we-are" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">The Main Street Chamber Players</a> are a mixed instrumental ensemble whose collective experience spans more than 35 years. This group, hailing from our very own Fairfax County, has performed in the well-known Classical Cape May Series, Tuesday Concert Series, Lyceum Chamber Music Series and at other local performance venues. They perform works from the standard repertoire, as well as fantastic works by female composers, composers of color and living composers. Tickets are on sale now!

Local Event: Main Street Chamber Players at The Alden Theatre!

Main Street Chamber Players at The Alden Theatre!

Come support local musicians at The Alden Theatre on Sunday, April 26 at 2 p.m. The Main Street Chamber Players are a mixed...

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