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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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Fairfax Plan Could Allow Up to 483 Homes Near Dulles
Fairfax County approved a planning change that could allow up to 483 homes near Dulles. A separate 281-townhome rezoning is still under review.
Arlington County Fair 2026: Dates, Hours, Rides and Parking
The 50th Arlington County Fair runs August 12–16, 2026. Get dates, hours, ride prices, free activities, parking, shuttle and sensory-hour details.
Mubadala DC Open 2026: Players, Tickets and What to Know
The 2026 Mubadala DC Open runs July 25–August 2 in Rock Creek Park. See players, tickets, food, parking, shuttle details and visitor policies.
Lincoln Memorial Undercroft Museum: Tickets and What to Know
The new Lincoln Memorial Undercroft Museum is open in Washington, DC. Here’s how free timed-entry tickets work and what visitors should know.
Enchant Christmas Returns to Nationals Park After Three Years
Enchant Christmas returns to Nationals Park from November 20 through December 27, 2026, with the World’s Largest Christmas Light Maze, ice skating, a snow slide, Santa visits and a holiday market. Here’s what to know before you go.
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