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Okay, real talk — if you're not taking advantage of Virginia wine country this fall, you're missing out on one of the best perks of living in Northern Virginia.

This weekend, October 18 and 19, The Winery at Bull Run is hosting their annual wine festival, and honestly? It's one of my favorite ways to spend an autumn Saturday or Sunday. I'm talking over 20 Virginia wineries all in one spot, pouring their absolute best. No need to drive all over Loudoun County (though I love those weekend vineyard tours too) — it's all right here in Centreville.

Here's what I love about this event: it's not stuffy. You're not standing around pretending to detect "notes of oak and leather" while someone judges your palate. It's Virginia wine at its finest —…

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Three Hidden Fall Gems: Your Northern Virginia Escape Routes

There's something magical about October mornings when the mist rises from the Potomac and every maple seems to be showing off. You know that feeling—when you're scrolling through social media, seeing those perfect fall photos, and thinking "I need to get out there before all the leaves are gone"?

Here's the secret I've learned after two decades of exploring every back road from Fairfax to Frederick: the most enchanting fall destinations aren't always the ones everyone talks about. Sometimes the best escapes are the ones hiding right under our noses.

Leesburg: Wine Country Meets Colonial Charm

I'll be honest—most people drive right through Leesburg on their way to Harpers Ferry…

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