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AUTUMN ADVENTURES
11 CAN’T-MISS LOCAL FESTIVALS
BY WF STAFF
Th ere is almost nothing more perfect than fall
weather. Between the colors and the cool weather,
attending outdoor festivals and activities is a must
this season. Below, we’ve rounded up our favorite
upcoming fall festivals. Enjoy!
Bring your pet to the 10th annual DC State Fair and walk in
the pet parade or simply enjoy the celebration of agriculture
and art in the area. Gateway DC, Washington, D.C., 11 a.m.

Free. dcstatefair.org/about-dc-state-fair
ADAMS MORGAN DAY FESTIVAL: SEPT. 8
Come to the longest running D.C. neighborhood festival and
enjoy live music, art and games for the whole family. Adams
Morgan, 18th St. N.W., between Florida Ave. and Columbia
Rd., Washington, D.C., All day. Free. admoday.com
IN THE STREET FESTIVAL: SEPT. 14
Explore historic downtown Frederick, sample diverse
food and enjoy art and entertainment. This long-standing
Frederick tradition is the perfect day to explore Frederick and
much of what it has to off er! Carroll Creek to 7th on Market
Street, Fredrick, Md., 11 a.m. Free. celebratefrederick.com/
events/in-the-street TASTE OF GEORGETOWN: SEPT. 22
Bring your family to try the creative tastes of more than
30 restaurants and celebrate the 25th year of supporting
the homeless through the Georgetown Ministry Center.

K Street N.W., Washington, D.C., 11 a.m. 2 tickets for $11.

tasteofgeorgetown.com PUMPKIN VILLAGE FALL FESTIVAL: SEPT. 21-NOV. 5
Pumpkin Village Fall Festival at Leesburg Animal Park
is a must this fall season. With tons of great performers,
games, animals and pumpkins – who wouldn’t have
fun? There is so much to do and to see at this
fall-filled event. 19270 James Monroe Hwy.,
Leesburg, Va., times vary. $12.95-$18.95.

pumpkinfestleesburg.com 17TH ANNUAL ALEXANDRIA KING
STREET ART FESTIVAL: SEPT. 21-22
Looking for a fun-filled day? The most beloved fall celebration
is here. Complete with giant slides, hayrides, petting zoo and
the famous Cox Farms apple cider. Don’t forget to check out
the Fields of Fear for a spooky night! 15621 Braddock Rd.,
Centreville, Va., 11 a.m. $11-$15. coxfarms.com
Watch as the historic scene of the Potomac waterfront turns
into an outdoor art gallery as 200 artists present their work
on nearly six blocks of Alexandria. Over $15 million worth of
art ranging from paintings, sculptures, jewelry, photography
and more will be presented. 220 King St., Alexandria, Va.,
11 a.m. Free. artfestival.com/festivals/alexandria-king-
street-art-festival MOUNT VERNON COLONIAL MARKET & FAIR: SEPT. 14-15
MERRIFIELD FALL FESTIVAL: SEPT. 28
COX FARMS FALL FESTIVAL: SEPT. 14-15
Explore Mount Vernon’s 12-acre market and see colonial
artisans sell traditional clothing and food including
chocolate from an authentic colonial recipe. George
Washington’s Mount Vernon, Mount Vernon, Va., 9 a.m.

$12-$20. mountvernon.org/plan-your-visit/calendar/
events/colonial-market-fair CLAUDE MOORE PARK FALL FESTIVAL: SEPT. 21
Enjoy a fun day at Claude Moore Park with fun fall family
activities, games, craft and food vendors, pumpkin painting,
petting zoo and more. Admission is free; there is a charge for
some activities. Claude Moore Park, Sterling, Va., 10 a.m. Free.

10 Washington FAMILY SEPTEMBER 2019
Merrifield Fall Festival is back! Enjoy a farmer’s market and
a beer garden from Caboose Brewing in Strawberry Park.

In addition to a curated craft fair, there will be live music,
kids’ activities and more throughout the day. Mosaic District,
Fairfax, Va., 11 a.m. Free. eventbrite.com
FALL FEST: SEPT. 28
Celebrate all things fun with your family at the third
annual Fall Fest. Listen to live music, compete in the
costume contest, decorate a pumpkin and watch the
aerialist and magician shows. Parkridge Center, Manassas
Va., 11 a.m. Free. shopatparkridge.com/events ■
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