Take a look at some highlighted events.
Saturday (Oct. 5)
- Nature Hunters, 10 to 11:30 a.m. (Woodbridge)
- N? Pikake L?hio Wai Kaulele, 10 to 11:30 a.m. (Triangle)
- Manassas Jubilee, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Old Town Manassas)
Oct. 8
- Aging in Place Workshop, 1 to 3:45 p.m. (Woodbridge)
- Board of County Supervisors meeting, 2 p.m. (Woodbridge)
Oct. 9
- Mental Health Awareness Community Event, 1 to 4:30 p.m. (Woodbridge)
Oct. 10
- Dale Boulevard Transit Priority Study Public Meeting, 6 to 8 p.m. (Woodbridge)
Oct. 11
- Kid’s Night Out, 6 to 9 p.m. (Woodbridge)
Oct. 12
- Neabsco District Dumpster Day & Paper Shred, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. (Woodbridge)
- Battle of Bristow Station Anniversary Weekend, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. (Bristow)
- All-County Public Safety Expo, Noon to 5 p.m. (Woodbridge)
- Bristoe Station Luminary, 7 to 9 p.m. (Bristow)
Oct. 14
- First Tee Benefit Golf Tournament, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. (Triangle)
Oct. 15
- Board of County Supervisors Work Session, 2 p.m. (Woodbridge)
Oct. 17
- Marina Way Extension Project Public Hearing, 6 to 8 p.m. (Woodbridge)
Oct. 19
- Zumba for Breast Cancer Awareness, 8 to 9:30 a.m. (Woodbridge)
- Irongate Community Dumpster Day, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. (Manassas)
- Walk to End Alzheimer’s, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. (Manassas)
- Fall Festival: Pat White Center’s 50 Anniversary Celebration, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. (Manassas)
- Seals on Wheels, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. (Haymarket)
- Full Moon Hike, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. (Woodbridge)
Oct. 22
- Board of County Supervisors Meeting, 2 p.m. (Woodbridge)
Oct. 23
- KABOOM! Build Week at Fairmont Park, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. (Manassas)
Oct. 24
- Sunrise Nature Hike, 7:30 to 9 a.m. (Nokesville)
Oct. 26
- Gainesville District Dumpster Day & Paper Shred, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. (Gainesville District)
- National Drug Take-Back Day, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. (Multiple locations)
- Family Night Out: Movie in the Park, 7 to 9 p.m. (Woodbridge)
Oct. 28
- Community Safety Listening Session, 6 to 7:30 p.m. (Manassas)
Mark your calendars for the 41st Annual Fall Jubilee in Historic Downtown Manassas on Saturday, October 5, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. This free, family-friendly event promises a day of fun for all ages.
With over 100 craft and community booths, live music, and entertainment, there’s something for everyone. Attendees can enjoy games, shop for unique handmade items, and explore the vibrant atmosphere of downtown Manassas. Don’t miss this beloved community tradition, offering a perfect way to celebrate the fall season.
For more information, visit Historic Manassas online.
Get ready to transform your home into a cozy haven this winter! Embrace the upcoming season by attending the Fall Home Show, your one-stop destination for all things home improvement.
Join Stafford County Parks Recreation Facilities and Tourism for a day full of autumn fun and festivities at our annual Fall Family Festival.
This October, Olde Virginia Gourmet, a family-run shop in Stafford, marks 20 years of offering gourmet products and gifts to the community. What began as a home-based gift basket business, run by owners Annabelle and Sean Tarallo, has developed into a local store focused on Virginia-made goods.
The celebration will be Oct. 5, from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m., when they'll host a free event with Gabriele and Tim Rausse, of Gabriele Rausse Winery. In addition to a wine sampling, the store will offer a sampling of other gourmet food products and a raffle of give-aways, coupons, and gift certificates.
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Ferry Farm, the historical boyhood home of George Washington, will host a Deaf and Hard of Hearing Community Day on Oct. 6. Visitors will be provided with American Sign Language (ASL) tour guides at 1 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. Tours begin at the back porch of the Washington house, a five-minute walk from the Visitor Center, and pre-registration is encouraged. Each session is limited to 10 guests.
The event began around 10 years ago as part of Virginia Archaeology Month in October. In 2018, the focus of the tours shifted to the Washington House, and in Spring of 2023, the program was added to Historic Kenmore as well. Allison Ellis, the George Washington Foundation’s Manager of Public Programs, said in addition to programs at Ferry Farm and Historic Kenmore, they are adding a new archaeology-focused Deaf and Hard of Hearing Community Day where guests will be able to speak with Ferry Farm archaeologists at the lab and at the dig site with an ASL interpreter.
Ellis said, “These events are on our calendar every year, so anyone who wants to come visit either of our sites and learn more about the history of the region can do just that with confidence. We host these events as part of our mission to make history accessible for all.” She also noted the first floor of the reconstruction of the Washington House is wheelchair accessible, as are the Ferry Farm and Historic Kenmore Visitor Centers.
Ferry Farm offers guided tours of the Washington House replica that explore the lives of George Washington, his mother Mary, other Washington family members, and the enslaved community who lived there. The tour highlights the hardships these individuals faced after the death of George’s father, Augustine Washington. Visitors begin at the Visitor Center, where they can purchase tickets and explore The Science of History at Ferry Farm. This exhibit showcases colonial and Civil War artifacts excavated at Ferry Farm and offers a view into the Archaeology Lab, where experts study thousands of artifacts.
A new mini-exhibit displays artifacts related to the presence and use of horses, focusing on the safety of both horses and riders. Visitors can view the grounds before and after their guided tours.
Stafford County Sheriff’s Office has announced its annual paper-shredding event will be on October 5, 2024, from 9 to 11 a.m., or until the bins are full. Shredding is $5 per box, with the maximum box size 15 x 12 x 10.
The drive-through event is hosted by Stafford County Crime Solvers. Stafford County Crime Solvers is a community-driven program that encourages public involvement in solving crimes by offering cash rewards of up to $1,000 for information that leads to arrests, resolutions of unsolved cases, or recovery of stolen property. Callers remain anonymous, and confidentiality is strictly maintained throughout the process. The program is managed by a volunteer board of directors and is funded entirely by private donations.
Crime Solvers operates independently of law enforcement, though it works closely with the Sheriff’s Office and media to gather tips.
Stafford County has announced the return of its annual Fall Festival on Oct. 5 at John Lee Pratt Memorial Park. The family-friendly event runs from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
The festival will include several food trucks and vendors, as well as live music from the Leroy Burks Band. Alpacas, hayrides, a petting zoo and pony rides will be on site. Those wishing to participate in the Pumpkin Derby are asked to pre-register.
Stafford Tourism Program Director Lisa Logan said the Fall Family Festival was designed “to promote a sense of community, to provide new and innovative programming for all ages, and to enhance family-oriented recreational opportunities within our community.” The event was first began in 2015, and was centered around the Annual Pumpkin Derby, Logan said. The festival typically has around 500 guests.
There is no charge for admission.
