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Falls Church Is Getting Its First Outdoor Holiday Market on December 12
The first Little City Holiday Market takes over Little Falls Street in downtown Falls Church on Saturday, December 12, 2026, from 3 to 9 p.m., with a holiday edition of Little City Sips alongside it. Free to attend.
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Dulles Airport Unveils a $22.5 Billion Transformation Plan
Dulles Airport unveiled a $22.5 billion vision with four new concourses, expanded AeroTrain service, more parking and a long path to final approval.
Ebbitt House Is Opening at Reston Station in September 2026
Ebbitt House, the first Old Ebbitt Grill sister restaurant, plans to open at Reston Station in September 2026 with two bars and a large patio.
Five Iron Golf Is Opening Its First Virginia Flagship at Capital One Center
Five Iron Golf plans its first Virginia flagship at Capital One Center in early 2027, with Trackman simulators, an outdoor terrace, and a full restaurant and bar.
Loudoun County’s First Shake Shack Is Expected to Open August 5
Loudoun County’s first Shake Shack is expected to open at Cascades Marketplace in Sterling on August 5, 2026, with a drive-thru lane.
A Massive Fairfax County LEGO Landmark Display Is Now Open in Tysons
A free Fairfax County LEGO landmark exhibit is open at Tysons Corner Center through January 1, 2027, with monthly updates and scenes from all nine districts.
Dulles Airport Sets All-Time Passenger Record as New Asia Routes Grow
Dulles Airport served a record 29.01 million passengers in 2025 as new nonstop routes to Seoul and Taipei expanded its global reach.
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