The ArtsFairfax Events Calendar is your destination for all arts and culture activities in Northern Virginia. Find a concert, play, poetry reading, or exhibition in your neighborhood—many events are free and family-friendly!
Are you part of a performing arts group, school, or cultural organization? You can add your events and classes, too. The ArtsFairfax Events Calendar is free and easy to use.
Monday June 23 is the day! Our summer camps and summer classes begin. At camp, ages 5-15, your kids will love the creative themes as we paint, draw, sculpt, throw on the wheel, make jewelry, “green” art and much more. We also offer summer classes for 4th grade through adult, including painting, sewing, printmaking, embroidery, and lots of ceramics.
Art House 7 is located on Lee Highway near the Lee Harrison Shopping Center. We have a 2-story studio, and plenty of free parking.
At Nova Fencing & Archery Club we are proud of every athlete who walks through our doors. The members of our Competitive Fencing program are exceptional student-athletes, who are prepared to join and compete for NCAA teams at colleges and universities across the country. Our club values of respect, excellence and team create strong, grounded athletes, who are ready for the challenges in the world ahead of them.
Congratulations to Jason Jensby – Vassar College, Mercer Colby – Vassar College, Justin Chenh – Wayne State University and Jacob Benson – Brandeis University.
Go Ape, America’s leading aerial adventure park provider, is proud to unveil a revitalized experience across its iconic Zipline & Adventure Parks. This refresh goes beyond physical upgrades; it reflects a renewed mission to foster meaningful connections between people, nature, and self.
“Go Ape has always been about thrilling treetop adventures,” says Chrissy Very, Senior Director of Marketing. “Now, we’re redefining what it means to truly connect: through purpose-driven outdoor experiences that inspire courage, reflection, and joy.”
Looking for art opportunities in the DMV? ArtsFairfax.org is your online destination to find and promote artist calls in and around Fairfax. Our Artist Calls directory is always free to use and highlights opportunities to audition, exhibit artwork, or secure commissions. Be sure to check out ArtsFairfax Artist Calls on an ongoing basis – new opportunities are added every week.
In addition to a dozen or so Artist Calls from throughout the region, ArtsFairfax is proud to host the following:
We are excited to announce the opening of The Salon! The Salon is a modern gathering place for thoughtful, curious young adults- including those who are neurodiverse or who sometimes navigate experiences like anxiety or low mood. We host small, welcoming get-togethers in suburban Washington D.C. where it’s easy to meet others, try fun activities, and just be yourself – no pressure, no awkwardness. It’s a gentle way to build community, confidence, and joy, one meaningful hang-out at a time.
Here are just a few of the exciting gatherings that will take place: Parlor Games & Charcuterie, Trivia Night, Build + Bond: Lego night for grown-ups, and Paint Cafe.
If you’re looking for a reason to dress up, gather with friends, and toast to something meaningful—this is it.
On Saturday, June 14, from 7 to 10 PM, the Gadsby’s Tavern Museum Society will host its highly anticipated Spring Fling 2025, transforming one of Alexandria’s most iconic landmarks into the setting for an unforgettable evening of jazz, cocktails, conversation, and community.
ARLINGTON, VA – A local credit union is receiving national recognition for offering some of the highest certificate rates in the country. Lafayette Federal Credit Union, headquartered in Rockville and serving the greater Washington, D.C. region, has been named by financial outlets including The Wall Street Journal, Kiplinger, Investopedia, DepositAccounts, and GoBankingRates for its top-ranked share certificate products.
According to these sources, Lafayette Federal currently holds the #1 national ranking for its 2-, 3-, 4-, and 5-year certificate terms. The institution is offering fixed annual percentage yields (APYs) up to 4.28%, with a minimum deposit requirement of $500.
You bought art, pottery candles, knick knacks — but you don’t know how to display them for maximum visibility and effect?!
Join Akilah Beavers of My Favorite Fixer and Sally Lee of New Habitude for a hands-on workshop on how to mount and utilize functional and decorative floating shelves, plus get tips on organizing and decorating, too!
Empower Your Future: Leadership, Mentorship, Education, and Networking — Calling middle and high school students for FREE Educational Summer Programming!
LLT STEMpower Camp at Marymount University
Monarch Montessori School located at 218 East Monroe Avenue, invites you to its Spring Open House on Wednesday, April 30, 2025, from 6:00pm to 8:00pm.
We have a few openings in our toddler, primary and infant programs at our Alexandria campus. If you’re looking for quality, nurturing Montessori childcare at affordable rates, this is the place to be!
