Get Out: A Civil War Re-Enactment and More

Looking for something fun or worthwhile to fill your weekend? Patch has some excellent options for your free time. Check our picks for things to do, activities to hit and new places to explore.

1. BLOOD DRIVE
Where/When: Reston YMCA, 12196 Sunset Hills Rd, Reston, VA 20190; Friday, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Why Go: The YMCA in Reston will be holding a blood donation drive; give blood, save a life.
Pricing: Benefit

2. OPEN WESTERN HORSE SHOW
Where/When: Frying Pan Farm Park, 2709 W Ox Rd, Herndon, VA 20171; Saturday 8 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Why Go: See horses and riders compete in western events such as reining, western pleasure, barrel racing and more
Pricing: Free

3. ELECTRIC SUNDAY RECYCLING
Where/When: Fairfax County Transfer Station, 4618 W Ox Rd, Fairfax, VA 22030; Sunday, 10 a.m.- 3 p.m.
Why Go:  This free opportunity allows for Fairfax County Residents to get rid of their old electronics for a good cause.
Pricing: Open to All

4. CIVIL WAR RE-ENACTMENT
Where/When: Manassas National Battlefield Sudley Road Manassas, VA; Friday, 10 a.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Why Go: Travel back in time to the summer of 1861 during a reenactment of the first major battle of the Civil War, the Battle of First Manassas/Bull Run
Pricing: Ticket Prices Vary; check website for details

5. FRIDAY NIGHT LIVE: B2B and South Bay
Where/When: 777 Lynn St., Herndon, VA 20170; Friday 6:30 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.
Why Go: This week, B2B (a Jimmy Buffet Tribute Band) hits the stage.  Plus, make sure to take check out Reston’s own South Bay.
Pricing: Free, Open to All

If you know of a great event happening this weekend, share it in the comments!