10 Can't-Miss Fall Festivals Near Vienna

VIENNA, VA—Fall is coming into full swing with the leaves changing, kids in school and pumpkin spice everything being served. And that also means fall festivals are back.

From pumpkin patches in the countryside to cultural festivals in town, there's quite a few fun options near Vienna. With so many options around the area, we decided to round up the ones worth a longer trip and those close by and in Vienna. The events are in no particular order.

Do you enjoy another local fall festival not mentioned on the list? Let us know in the comments.

1. Oktoberfest: Historic Church Street near the Town Green, Vienna

You don't need to leave town to enjoy beer, food, music and good times with your neighbors. Vienna's annual Oktoberfest will be held Oct. 7 11 a.m.-7 p.m.. Admission is free. The local event draws around 20,000 each year and is marking its 10th anniversary.

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2. Vienna Halloween Parade: Along Maple Avenue

The annual Halloween parade is one of Vienna's largest gatherings of the year. The 71st annual parade is set for 7 p.m. on Oct. 25, and as always the best floats can win awards in a number of categories. Kids are invited to walk in the parade. Groups wanting to participate in the parade must submit an application by Sept. 22.

3. Cox Farms Fall Festival: 15621 Braddock Rd Centreville

Recognized as the largest fall festival in Northern Virginia, Cox Farms offers seemingly endless activities for the whole family. There's everything from hayrides to farm animals and a cornfield adventure, while the frightening Fields of Fear opens closer to Halloween.

4. Irish Folk Festival: 3740 Old Lee Highway Fairfax

Celebrate Irish heritage nearby in Fairfax. Come out for music, dancing, vendors, workshops and more Sept. 23 from noon-7:30 p.m.

5. Fall Wine Festival & Sunset Tour: 3200 Mount Vernon Memorial Hwy, Mount Vernon

Sip wine and watch the sunset on George Washington's Mount Vernon estate. Visitors can enjoy live blues music, taste wine and learn about our first president's winemaking while taking in views of the fall foliage and Potomac River. The event runs rain or shine Oct. 6-Oct. 8 from 6 p.m.-9 p.m.

6. Clarendon Day: 1200 N Herndon St, Arlington

Head over to Arlington for one of the most popular street festivals of the year. Clarendon Day offers music, a kid's area, arts & crafts vendors, business exhibitors, tasty local food, wine and beers. It's held Sept. 23 from 11 a.m.-6 p.m.

7. Fall Jubilee: 9431 West Street Manassas

There's something for everyone at the historic Manassas festival. Over 100 vendors will pack the downtown area on Oct. 7 from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Children will have live entertainment, while the adults can enjoy a wine and beer garden. It's sure to be a fun day for shopping and family entertainment.

8. Fall for the Book Festival: 3999 University Dr, Fairfax

Book worms can enjoy four days of the literary arts festival at George Mason University. From Oct. 11-14, over 150 authors will participate in readings, meet-and-greets, and more.

9. City of Fairfax Fall Festival: 3999 University Drive, Fairfax

Around 25,000 come out to this popular street festival every year. The festival features over 400 vendors, children's activities, amusement rides and musical entertainment. It will be held Oct. 14 from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Admission is free.

10. Temple Hall Farm Fall Festival & Corn Maze: 15855 Limestone School Road, Leesburg

Beginning Sept. 29, Temple Hall Farm will transform into an autumn paradise with corn mazes and fun farm activities like the famous pumpkin blaster and paintball shooting. Whether you want to come with the kids during the day or wander through the corn maze at night, it's got just what you're looking for.

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