Spring has sprung in Northern Virginia and its time to get outdoors! We have identified a list of fun things to do outdoors this month whether you want to celebrate the Cherry Blossoms, hear some live music or join the fun at the Shenandoah Apple Blossom Festival. We included a couple of indoor events as well.
SHENANDOAH APPLE BLOSSOM FESTIVAL
Shenandoah Winchester will hold its Annual Apple Blossom Festival this year. In 2021 the Festival theme is back “Back in Bloom.” There are a variety of fun events planned over the course of 10 days including an 80’s Dance Party and a 90’s Dance Party on different nights. A Bloomin’ Wine Fest, Pumps and Pearls Ladies Party and the Apple Blossom Carnival will offer over 55 thrill seeking rides to midway games.
Apple Blossom Festival
CITY OF FAIRFAX FISHING DERBY
The Fishing derby is back at Ashby Pond Conservatory. Come enjoy a morning of fishing. The pond with be stocked with hundreds or trout. Bring a fishing rod, bucket, plastic bag and ice. Bait will be supplied. Volunteers will offer instruction and fish cleaning. Three sessions – registration required.
April 3, Ashby Pond Conservatory Site, 9817 Ashby Road, Fairfax, Virginia 22031
Let's Go Fishing
VIRGINIA GARDEN WEEK
Get inspiration for your spring garden by visiting the beautiful public gardens, private landscapes and historic sites across Virginia. Local garden tours include McLean and Middleburg.
April 17-24
Take A Tour
STATE THEATER OUTDOOR CONCERTS
The State Theater is offering 20 FREE outdoor concerts this month. The lineup runs the gambit from from Rolling Stones cover band Mother’s Little Helper to local rockabilly band The Surfabilly Vibe to local rocking blues band The Danger Zone – and everything in between. Concerts are free and food is available to purchase.
State Theater, 220 N Washington St, Falls Church, VA 22046
Upcoming Concerts
GEORGE MASON CENTER FOR THE ARTS
GMU returns with its first in-person concert of the year with The Barclay Brass takes to the outdoor stage on the Mason Pond Lawn on to perform an “out of this world” concert of classical works and themes from the Star Wars soundtrack.
April 18, Mason Pond Lawn on George Mason Campus
GMU Concerts
BLOSSOMS IN BLOOM
Go on a Blossom Hunt in search of 26 giant sculptures, painted by 25 talented local and national artists and installed in various locations across Washington, DC, and in Maryland’s National Harbor and Virginia’s Aurora Highlands and National Landing neighborhoods!
Blossoms in Bloom
CHERRY BLOSSOM DINNER CRUISE
Cruise Potomac and enjoy the Cherry
Blossoms as well as the Washington Monument and Lincoln Memorial. Guest will enjoy a plated three course dinner with tableside service.
April 9-10, Pier 4, 580 Water St. SW, Washington, DC
Take Me On A Cruise
LOUDOUN HUNT POINT TO POINT RACES
The Loudoun Hunt Point to Point Races feature some of the most challenging steeplechase courses available in Virginia. Held rain or shine and limited attendance due to Covid 19 restrictions.
April 18, Morven Park Equestrian Center,17195 Southern Planter Lane, Leesburg, VA
Take Me To The Races
THE DRIVE-IN AT MOSAIC
Watch great films in the convenience of your car — on the grounds of a former drive-in movie theater! The Spring theme movies playing include Mary Poppins, Hop and 42.. Located on the top level (7) of Market Garage across from Mom’s Organic Market and Hyatt House. All films are shown with Open Captions.
April 3-4, Mosaic District Parking Deck, 8295 Glass Alley, Fairfax, VA 22031
Drive-In Details
JOIN THE PHILLIPS COLLECTION CENTENNIAL CELEBRATION
Visit the museum and see their new exhibit Seeing Differently: The Phillips Collects For A New Century
Drawn from its growing collection of nearly 6,000 works, Seeing Differently will highlight over 200 works by artists from the 19th century to the present, including paintings, works on paper, prints, photographs, sculptures, quilts, and videos.
The Phillips Collection, 1600 21st Street, NW, Washington, DC
Exhibit Details
JAPANESE GARDEN VIRTUAL PROGRAM – Virtual Event
Give your garden a Japanese feel with the “Plants & Design: Japanese Garden Virtual Program. Whether you are looking to make your own Japanese style garden or simply want to learn to appreciate its elemental meanings join as horticulturalist Bevan Shimizu teaches you the essentials.
April 10, 11-12 PM
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