Things to do with kids in Northern Virginia this week, October 5–11, 2026, start with the Bricks & Minifigs Loudoun grand opening on Saturday. Fairfax’s Fall Festival and Falls Church Farm Day are also Saturday; Clifton Day brings KidFest on Sunday.
Choose a shorter shop or festival visit, or set aside more time for a farm day or Morven Park’s horse competition. Free admission can still mean paid food, rides or shopping. The listings below keep those distinctions visible.
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01
Bricks & Minifigs Loudoun Grand Opening
The new Leesburg shop opens with minifigures, bulk bricks and new and retired LEGO sets.
02
50th Annual City of Fairfax Fall Festival
Old Town fills with craft and food vendors, live music and children’s activities.
03
Clifton Day Festival
Browse the arts-and-crafts marketplace and live music, then take the kids to KidFest in Clifton Town Park.
04
2026 Morven Park International & US Equestrian Open
Watch eventing with dressage, cross-country and show jumping across the weekend.
05
Falls Church Farm Day
See farm animals, listen to live music and watch historic-trade demonstrations.
Family-friendly Northern Virginia events at a glance
Weekday and ongoing options
Cox Farms Fall Festival
Monday, October 5 and Thursday–Sunday, October 8–11 · 10 a.m.–6 p.m.
Plan a day of slides, hayrides and farm play. The daytime festival closes Tuesday and Wednesday this week, and last entry on operating days is 5 p.m. Choose your actual visit date online. Fields of Fear is a separate nighttime event with its own ticket.
Pumpkin Picking & Corn Maze at Great Country Farms
Daily this week, October 5–11 · 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Choose the corn maze and farm play for a weekday outing, or visit on the weekend for scheduled pig races and the pumpkin-eating dinosaur. The last pumpkin-picking wagon leaves at 4 p.m. Pumpkins are purchased separately, so budget beyond admission.
Temple Hall Farm Pumpkin Patch & Flower Fields
Daily this week, October 5–11 · 9 a.m.–5 p.m.; last tickets 4 p.m.
A paid admission includes a pumpkin and flowers, with wagon rides and farm attractions. This is a useful weekday farm choice because it opens daily. NOVA Parks sells tickets on site, with credit preferred; arrive before the 4 p.m. cutoff.
Fairfax County LEGO Exhibit
On view all week · Monday–Saturday 10 a.m.–9 p.m.; Sunday 11 a.m.–7 p.m.
Look for local landmarks rebuilt by the Northern Virginia LEGO Users Group. The display represents Fairfax County’s nine districts and remains on view through January 1, 2027. It is an indoor viewing exhibit, separate from the LEGO Store.
2026 Morven Park International & US Equestrian Open
Thursday–Sunday, October 8–11 · Saturday ticket listing: 8 a.m.–5 p.m.
Watch eventing with dressage, cross-country and show jumping across the weekend. Saturday is the cross-country day. The authorized ticket page currently offers $0 grounds passes; reserved Saturday tailgate spaces are sold out. Check the final competition timetable for the session you want to see.
Saturday, October 10
Bricks & Minifigs Loudoun Grand Opening
Saturday, October 10 · 11 a.m.–7 p.m.
The new Leesburg shop opens with minifigures, bulk bricks and new and retired LEGO sets. The first 100 guests receive a gift, while supplies last. The organizer offers a bonus giveaway entry for an Eventbrite RSVP and event check-in; check its final sweepstakes terms. Sunday’s raffles are a separate program.
50th Annual City of Fairfax Fall Festival
Saturday, October 10 · 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
Old Town fills with craft and food vendors, live music and children’s activities. Free ADA-accessible shuttles run from Fairfax High School and George Mason’s Rappahannock Parking Deck, 9:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m. The festival is rain or shine.
Falls Church Farm Day
Saturday, October 10 · 10 a.m.–3 p.m.
See farm animals, listen to live music and watch historic-trade demonstrations. Pumpkin painting, pony rides and other paid activities use tickets sold at the Recreation and Parks booth on the day. Choose the activities first so a free-entry outing stays within your budget.
Pike Fest 2026
Saturday, October 10 · noon–6 p.m.
Columbia Pike’s neighborhood festival brings local food, music, shopping and a kids zone to Penrose Square. The kids zone makes this a family option; food and shopping are separate purchases.
Sunday, October 11
Clifton Day Festival
Sunday, October 11 · 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Browse the arts-and-crafts marketplace and live music, then take the kids to KidFest in Clifton Town Park. The official guide lists free activities and performances there; the mini-horse carnival has a recommended donation. Check the festival’s train, shuttle and road-closure information before driving.
Free picks this week
- Fairfax County LEGO Exhibit: Free to view.
- 2026 Morven Park International & US Equestrian Open: Free grounds pass required for each attendee; VIP upgrades extra.
- Bricks & Minifigs Loudoun Grand Opening: Free to attend; merchandise extra.
- 50th Annual City of Fairfax Fall Festival: Free admission; children’s rides and some activities cost extra.
- Falls Church Farm Day: Free admission; activity tickets $2 each, with 1–5 tickets per paid activity.
- Clifton Day Festival: Free admission; food, shopping and some activities extra.
Planning tips before you go
- Bricks & Minifigs’ first-100 gift is limited and subject to supplies. Read the organizer’s giveaway rules before taking part.
- Set a rides-and-activities budget for Fairfax and Farm Day. Admission is free, but some activities are paid.
- Check Morven Park’s competition timetable and register for grounds passes. Use the equestrian-center address instead of the mansion entrance.
- Cox Farms closes Tuesday and Wednesday. Bring outdoor shoes for farm visits and recheck the day’s weather status.
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Dates and access checked October 5, 2026. Ticket totals and availability can change; use the official links before traveling.
Frequently asked questions
What are the best things to do with kids in Northern Virginia this week?
For October 5–11, 2026, choose Bricks & Minifigs Loudoun’s Saturday grand opening, the City of Fairfax Fall Festival, Clifton Day or Morven Park’s equestrian competition.
When is the Bricks & Minifigs Loudoun grand opening?
Saturday, October 10, 2026, from 11 a.m.–7 p.m. at 210-B Fort Evans Road NE in Leesburg. It is free to attend; merchandise costs extra. The first-100 gift is subject to supplies.
What is free in Northern Virginia this weekend?
Fairfax Fall Festival, Clifton Day and Falls Church Farm Day have free admission, with some activities and purchases extra. Morven Park requires a free grounds pass for each attendee.
Is Cox Farms open every day this week?
The daytime Fall Festival opens Monday, October 5 and Thursday–Sunday, October 8–11, from 10 a.m.–6 p.m. It closes Tuesday and Wednesday; last entry is 5 p.m.
What can families do on Sunday, October 11?
Clifton Day runs from 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Its town-park KidFest has free activities and shows. Morven Park and the farms listed here also have Sunday options; check the exact pass and schedule.
Last updated October 5, 2026. Check each organizer’s page for schedule changes and current ticket availability.
Feature image: AI-generated editorial illustration by DC Spot. It represents a Northern Virginia family event and is not a photograph of one specific event in this guide.
Updated for October 5–11, 2026. Last checked October 5, 2026. Event details can change; official links are included above.
