When it comes to kicking off the holiday season, it’s hard to rival the beauty and diversity of the events and experiences in Washington, D.C. From festive concerts to multi-denominational lighting celebrations, festivals, and markets, there are festivities at every turn throughout the city and greater DMV. Kick off your holiday season with one (or
Experience the Magic: Fall into Fun at These Must-Visit Local Vineyards
While our area is rich in history, it’s also rich in wine, with more than 300 wineries calling the region home. And while the wines themselves have history, what makes our region’s wineries so special is the sense of community they build. You can find local wine at various festivals and external events, but nothing
Great Schools Give Residents Another Reason to Love Life in the DMV
Every year, U.S. News and World Report puts out a ranking of high schools throughout the nation. The list includes more than 25,000 public high schools, magnet, and charter schools across the nation and the District of Columbia. The ranking methodology considers multiple measurable factors, including college readiness, state assessment proficiency and performance, college curriculum
Discover the Best: Five U-Pick Farms to Explore This Season
School has started. The morning temps are slightly cooler. The volume of tourists is beginning to ease. It all means one thing: The summer-to-fall transition is officially here. While we aren’t quite in full harvest season yet, apple and pumpkin picking is just around the corner. If you’re a fan of pick-your-own-produce farms, we have
Pure Delight: DMV Magic at 2024 Summer Festivals for All
While there’s plenty to do around the nation’s capital any day of the year, summer days are special. Beyond the year-round attractions, including monuments, world-renowned museums, plenty of brunch and dining spots, and the national mall, summer days bring with them longer evenings and plenty of festivals, food, and fun. Here are just a few
Savor the Freshness: 7 Vibrant Farmers Markets to Explore
The D.C. Metro area may be one of the largest in the country, but even with its bustling 95-corridor location, it’s surrounded by farms, sprawling landscape, and agricultural opportunities. And while Wegmans and our local stores have a great variety of local and organic favorites, you just can’t beat getting fresh foods straight from the
6 New Things to Do in Fairfax County in 2024
While the D.C. metro is filled with history, the area continues to grow and evolve in new ways. There’s tons to do for residents of every age, and new stores, restaurants, and entertainment options are constantly emerging. Although the year is young, it’s already starting strong. Here are a few of the confirmed and potential
Escape The Cold: Three Fun Ways To Have Fun to Start the New Season
Living in the D.C. metro comes with many benefits, not the least of which includes the many entertainment options. No other place in the country affords residents access to the number and variety of museums, a free zoo, and historical experiences as D.C. does. But when winter blues strike, sometimes you need to get out
Kick Off the Holiday Season with These DMV Holiday Happenings
One of the greatest things about living in the DMV is that the area is truly a confluence of people from all over the world. And while there are countless opportunities throughout the year to experience and appreciate the many opportunities living in such a diverse area affords, there is no time more magical than
Fun Festivals to Check Out This Fall in the DMV
We can finally see the light at the end of the hot, humid tunnel. And as the end of summer draws closer, we’re ready for cooler temps, less tourist traffic, and more of the festivals and fun that make living in the D.C. metro so enjoyable. The fall calendar in every corner of the DMV
