Get your calendar set for March with these events happening in the Northern Virginia area.
International Women’s Day Market
March 5
Caboose Commons Brewery – Mosaic
Celebrate International Women’s Day at this 2nd annual pop up market. Come out and support local woman-owned business while crossing some gifts off your shopping list.
Alexandria’s 39th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade
March 7
Old Town Alexandria
In it’s 39th year, the Alexandria St. Patrick’s Day is one of the longest running in our area. Find a spot on the parade route and see bagpipe bands, Irish dancers, the Notre Dame Alumni band just to name a few of the 2000 participants. There will also be a Fun Dog Show before the parade where over 30 costumed dogs will participate in a variety of competitions. Then the dogs will kick-off the parade.
Little Hands on the Farm
March 9
Frying Pan Farm Park
Learn about different aspects of farm life and spend time with the farm animals at this learning event. Activities may include, story time, creating crafts and introductory level farm chores.
Shen Yun Performing Arts
March 10-11
George Mason’s Center for the Arts
Explore the cultural history of China through classical Chinese dance. Performed with a live orchestra, follow the performers and their stunning costumes as they take you on a journey through China.
2nd Saturday Art Walk
March 14
Workhouse Arts Center
Tour seven unique buildings and see the work of over 100 diverse artists at this monthly event. Guest can mix and mingle with artists, purchase original works of art and view every changing art exhibits.
Women in Aviation and Space Family Day
March 14
Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center
The museum opens it doors to families and offers hands-on activities, inspiring women, and fun challenges to celebrate women’s contributions to space, aviation, and STEM fields. Test your skill in flight simulators, meet Amelia Earhart or take a Rosie the Riveter photo at the photo station.
Ireland at the Wharf
March 14
District Wharf
Come out and wear your green for this St. Patrick’s Day celebration. There will be bagpipers, Irish dancers, live music as well as a Guinness Beer Garden.
St. Pats Run Fest
March 14-15
The Arlington Four Courts Four Miler and the DC St. Pat’s Races merge race dates for a fun weekend Run Fest. First, run the 4 miler on Saturday. The first half of the course is downhill and the second half is uphill – but you will enjoy the finish line at Ireland’s Four Courts. Sunday you have the option of running a 5k, a 10K or both through the streets of DC.
Trolls Live
March 14-15
Eagle Bank Arena
Poppy, Branch and all their friends come to life on stage in their first live tour.
The Chieftains
March 19
George Mason Center for the Arts
The grammy-winning group make a stop in Fairfax on their The Irish Goodbye farewell tour. Known for their signature blend of traditional and contemporary Irish Music, The Chieftains are the first ensemble to perform a concert in the Capitol Building in Washington D.C. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear their unique music.
GAMEmason
March 20
George Mason University
An engaging day-long gaming convention sponsored by the Mason Computer Game Design Department. Immerse yourself in a variety of favorite games as well as an arcade of classic favorites like Pinball and Donkey Kong. Guests can also participate in educational sessions, Q& panels well as attend meet and greets with major power players in the gaming world including Tara Strong and Angela Hession.
Cherry Blossom Festival Opening Ceremony
March 21
The Warner Theater
Celebrate the cherry Blossoms at the Opening Ceremony with world-renowned performers including Anna Sato and Toshiyuki Sasaki, a dance performance by White Out Tokyo and J-pop singer Naotaro Moriyama
The Second City: Laughing for All the Wong Reasons
March 25-28
The Barns at Wolftrap
The Second City troupe arrives at Woltrap for a 4- day stop of hilarious improvised comedy sketches and songs. The 90 minute show will leave you in stitches.
Sugarloaf Craft Festival
March 27-29
Dulles Expo Center
One of the largest Spring craft shows in the area welcomes over 300 artisans who bring their crafts to the Dulles Expo Center. There will live demonstrations by master craftpeople as well as live musi,children’s entertainment and specialty foods available.
DC Bluegrass Festival and 2020
March 28
The Falls Church Episcopal Church
A full afternoon and evening of bluegrass performances including set by IBMA award-winner Claire Birch and performing at the festival for the first time, The Gina Furtado Project and Man About a Horse
Cherry Blossom Kite Festival
March 28
Grounds of the Washington Memorial Near 15th St and Constitution Ave, NW
March 28
Spend the day flying kites with hundreds of other kite lovers. There will be various competitions and kite demonstrations. You can bring your own kite or kids can make one at the kite making station. Kites are also available for purchase.
