Get Out: Strawberries, Music and More

Patch is coming to the rescue. We’ve got the best bets for your free time. Check our picks for the activities to hit and new places to explore.

1. DELAPLANE STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL
Where/When: 11012 Edmonds Lane Delaplane, VA; Saturday and Sunday, 10:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. 
Why Go:  Live entertainment, children's games, pony rides and hayrides, a petting zoo, a 5K fun run, a raptor exhibit, antique cars and lots of food and crafts. Fresh restaurant-grade flats and pints of strawberries are for sale to enjoy on-site or take home.
Pricing: $15 per Car in advance, $20 per Car at the gate

2. BLOOD DRIVE
Where/When: YMCA Reston, 12196 Sunset Hills, Reston, VA 20190; Friday, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Why Go: Help save a life by donating blood to the American Red Cross.
Pricing: Free, Volunteer

3. FRIDAY NIGHT LIVE
Where/When: 777 Lynn Street., Herndon, VA 20170; Friday, 6:30 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.
Why Go: Enjoy a live outdoors concert series right in downtown Herndon.
Pricing: Free, no pets or alcoholic beverages

4. BLUEGRASS CONCERT SERIES
Where/When: 1090 Sterling Rd., Herndon, VA 20170; Sunday, 7:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Why Go: See two of the finest acoustic musicians and singers in concert together.
Pricing: $15, Children under 12 Free

5. MEMORIAL DAY OBSERVANCE
Where/When: 831 Dranesville Rd., Herndon, VA 20170; Monday, 10 a.m. – 11 a.m.
Why Go: Honor local area veterans; a guest speaker Herndon High Junior ROTC and Colorguard will be on hand.
Pricing: Free

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