Things To Do In September - Focus on NoVA Real Estate

As we enter September and the last official weekend of the summer – there is a lot to do in the area to celebrate Labor Day weekend and fun for the entire month!

LABOR DAY FUN

DC Jazzfest
DC Jazzfest at the wharf is the District’s premier jazz festival. Held annually, it showcases local and national jazz musicians in various venues through the city as well as free concerts at the Wharf.
Aug 31 – Sept 4| Various venues and District Pier at The Wharf, 101 District Square SW, Washington, DC 20024

LoCO Musicians Festival
A great way to spend a weekend day enjoying wine and live music. Bring a blanket or a tent, set up lawn chairs, and just enjoy music from over 25 local musicians all day long. The event is a fundraiser to help local musicians buy equipment.
Sept 4| 868 Estate Vineyards, 14001 Harpers Ferry Road, Hillsboro, VA

Virginia Scottish Games
A great way to celebrate Scottish culture. The festival includes a variety of athletic competitions including the popular Scottish Heavy Athletics caber (tree) toss, piping and drum performances, dance performances, a British car show, a variety of workshops and children’s games along with live music throughout both days which encompass the spirit of the Scottish Games.
Sept 3-4| Great Meadow, 5089 Old Tavern Rd, The Plains, VA 20198

23rd Annual Labor Day Car Show
Calling all car lovers. This annual local event in Fairfax City includes over 300 cars as well as vendors and it is a fundraiser for various local charities. Many nearby restaurants are open to have lunch.
Sept 5| Sager and University avenue, Fairfax City, VA

HOME & GARDEN TOURS

There is no better way to garner inspiration for your home than to tour some of the beautiful gardens in Northern Virginia. others. This month there is the opportunity to take in the classic architecture of historic homes during the 80th Historic Homes Tour in Old Town Alexandria

FESTIVALS
Get out and enjoy the fresh air while partaking in food, culture and more.

DC Jazzfest – Sept 1-4
Maryland Renaissance Festival – through October
Virginia Scottish Games – Sept 3-4
Rosslyn Jazz Fest – Sept. 1-18
14th Annual Lake Anne Jazz & Blues Festival, Sept. 3
Bands, Brews and Barbecues – Sept 10
Burke Centre Festival – Sept 10-11
Korus Festival – Sept. 10-11
Dulles Day Festival and Plane Pull – September 17
Cox Farms Fall Festival – September 17th
Taste of Falls Church and Fall Festival, Sept. 17
H Street Festival – September 17
Mount Vernon Colonial Market & Fair – Sept. 17-18
19th Annual Alexandria Old Town Art Festival – Sept. 17-18
Reston Multicultural Festival – Sept. 17
The Atlantic Festival – September 21-23
The Great Frederick Fair – September 16-24
Manassas Latino Festival – September 24

CONCERTS
This month big names are coming to town that run the gamut of musical genres:

Bruno Mars at MGM Grand on Sept 1
Boy George at WOlftrap on Sept. 1
Sting at Wolftrap on Sept. 3
Van Morrison at Wolftrap on Sept. 7
Red Hot Chili Peppers at Nationals Park on Sept 8
Mary J Blige at Capital One Arena on Sept. 18
Elton John at Nationals Park on Sept 24
Lady A at The Anthem on Sept 24
Lizzo at Capital One Arena on Sept 27
Kelsea Ballerini at The Anthem on Sept 28

DRINKS

September is the start of Oktoberfest—it is also the 2nd Annual Old Town Cocktail Week, Sept. 9-18 —and while there are numerous ones that will be happening throughout the NoVA area this fall, here are a few to get on your calendar:

Wunder Garten Oktoberfest – Sept 16
Settle Down Easy Brewing, Falls Church, Sept. 17
Middleburg Oktoberfest – September 17
Ornery Beer Co., Fairfax, Sept. 18
Tyson’s Biergarten Oktoberfest – Sept 17
G34.3 Brewing Co., Lorton, Sept. 24
Bunnyman Brewing, Burke, Sept 30 -Oct. 2

FOR THE DOGS

Dog Daze at the Water Mine is sending off summer right by opening up the pool to all water-loving pups. On Sept. 10, from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. and a suggested donation of $10 going to the animal shelter, pups can take over the pools at Lake Fairfax Park and have one final summer dip.

Dog Fest
Families and their furry friends are invited to join for a day of fun, festivities, contests, dog demonstrations and more at Reston Town Square Park! This event is a fundraiser for Canine Companions.