If you're still looking for something to do this weekend, Patch is coming to the rescue. We’ve got the best bets for your free time both inside and outside of Herndon. Check our picks for the activities to hit and new places to explore.
1. ZUMBATHON TO BENEFT CYSTIC FIBROSIS FOUNDATION
Where/When: 8304 Old Keene Mill Rd., Springfield, VA; Saturday, 1 p.m. – 3 p.m.
Why Go: Get your groove on with one of the hottest dance fitness crazes in NOVA! You'll be dancing your heart out while raising money for a great cause.
Pricing: $14 in Advance, $20 at the Door
2. LIVE MUSIC HAPPY HOUR AT PARADISE SPRING WINERY
Where/When: 13219 Yates Ford Road, Clifton, VA; Friday 5 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Why Go: The winery will have various live music acts ranging from jazz piano to country banjo on the lawn or the new back patio. Bring a picnic and some friends, as the show goes on rain or shine.
Pricing: Free
3. THE 27TH MISSISSIPPI REGIMENT IN ALDIE
Where/When: 39401 John Mosby Highway, Aldie, VA; Saturday & Sunday, 12 p.m.- 5 p.m.
Why Go: Living history presentation of Confederate troops demonstrating military drilling and camp life. Sponsored by the Northern Virginia Regional Park Authority.
Pricing: Free
4. GREENBERG TRAIN AND TOY SHOW
Where/When: , 4368 Chantilly Shopping Center Dr, Chantilly, VA 20151; Saturday & Sunday, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Why Go: This show features operating model railroads, dealers selling trains and collectable toys, hands-on exhibits and demonstrations.
Pricing: $7 Ages 12 and Up; Free Ages 11 and Under
5. FRIDAY NIGHT LIVE: GONZO'S NOSE
Where/When: 777 Lynn St., Herndon, VA 20170; Friday 6:30 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.
Why Go: This week, Gonzo's Nose takes the stage for the last time this season at Friday Night Live. Come celebrate the end of the summer on the town green.
Pricing: Free, Open to All
6. CANINE POOL PARTY
Where/When: Herndon Community Center and Bready Park, 814 Ferndale Ave, Herndon, VA 20170; Saturday, 1 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Why Go: Well behaved social dogs of all shapes, sizes, breeds, colors and personalities are invited for a few hours of frolicking fun. Portion of the proceeds will be given to the department's scholarship fund and the Fairfax Humane Society.
Pricing: $5/dog
7. 2ND ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL WINE AND CHEESE FESTIVAL
Where/When: 6641 Old Dominion Drive McLean, Virginia 22101; Saturday 3 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Why Go: Meet the importers and distributors of over 70 specially selected wines. Taste dozens of wines & cheeses from around the world
Pricing: $30 in Advance, $60 at the Door
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