Your Weekend Just Got Way More Interesting: 5 NoVA Events You Can't Miss

Posted by Chris Colgan on October 24th, 2025

 

From vampire symphonies to waterfront trick-or-treating, here's your guide to the best fall happenings around D.C. and Northern Virginia.

Fall in Northern Virginia hits differently. The air's crisp, the nights are longer, and suddenly everyone's into spooky golf and outdoor movie screenings. If you're wondering how to make the most of October without scrolling endlessly through event pages, I've done the work for you. Here are five events I'm genuinely excited about this month — the kind that make for great weekends and even better content.

PUTT in the Park

CityCenterDC is running through November 2, and it's become my go-to recommendation for anyone looking for a low-pressure outing. Six holes of mini golf tucked between shops and…

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Lights, Camera, Reston! The Washington West Film Festival Returns

Posted by Chris Colgan on October 1st, 2025

Hey NoVA!

Mark your calendars—October 9–13, Reston Town Center transforms into Northern Virginia's premier film destination for the 14th Annual Washington West Film Festival. And folks, this year's lineup is incredible.

We're talking 38 films across LOOK Dine-In Cinemas, Reston Town Center Pavilion, and Reston Community Center. Documentaries. Shorts. Features. Anniversary screenings. Something for everyone.

The Can't-Miss Highlights:

Olympic legend Edwin Moses presenting Moses 13 – Steps on October 11th. The gripping documentary In Waves and War that same night. Then buckle up for the 30th anniversary screening of Apollo 13 on October 12th with a panel featuring Senator Bill Nelson—yes, the astronaut himself!

Bringing the family? There's a…

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