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Weekend Planner: Taiwanese Cultural Heritage Night, Springfield Days and More
Local events in our area Friday, June 1 through Sunday, June 3.
There are plenty of local events to choose from this weekend, including the start of the Fairfax County Summer Entertainment Series.
- Where: Various Springfield area locations
- When: Now through Sunday, June 3
- Why Go: This annual weekend of events includes a carnival, walk/run race, “Party in the Park,” cardboard boat regatta and more.
- Price: Fees vary – most events are free
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- Where: Market Square, Old Town Alexandria
- When: Saturday, June 2 from 1 – 6 p.m.
- Why Go: Celebrate Armenian heritage with an afternoon full of food, live music, cultural exhibits and more.
- Price: Admission is free
Fourth Annual Taste of Del Ray
- Where: Lot behind Virginia Commerce Bank at Mt. Vernon and E. Oxford avenues, Alexandria
- When: Sunday, June 3 from 1 – 3 p.m.
- Why Go: Food lovers will enjoy sampling from each of the 15 featured local restaurants. Celebrity chef Rock Harper will select the Judge’s Choice Award. All ticket holders will get a chance to vote for the People’s Choice Award.
- Price: Adults $10; children under 12 are $5
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- Spotlight by Starlight presents Taiwanese Cultural Heritage Night at , Annandale. Saturday, June 2 at 7:30 p.m. Free
- Spotlight by Starlight presents City of Fairfax “Concert Band” at , Annandale. Sunday, June 3 at 7:30 p.m. Free
Library Events
- Food Allergy Awareness at Sherwood Regional Library, Alexandria. Saturday, June 2 at 10:30 a.m. For teens and adults. Free – registration required.
- Read to the Dog at Pohick Regional Library, Burke. Saturday, June 2 starting at 1 p.m. For ages 6 – 12. Free – registration required.
Nature Highlights:
- Family Fun: Wildlife Habitat Workshop at , Alexandria. Saturday, June 2 at 2 p.m. For ages 5 and up. $6 - $8 per person – registration required.
- Hidden Oaks’ Treasures Hunt at , Annandale. Saturday, June 2 at 2 p.m. For ages 3 and up. $6 - $8 per person – registration required.
- Clean the Bay Day/National Trails Day at Mason Neck State Park, Lorton. Saturday, June 2 from 9:30 a.m. – 1 p.m./10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Weekend parking fee is $4 per vehicle.
- Safari Saturday – Spring at Hidden Pond Nature Center, Springfield. Saturday, June 2 at 10:30 a.m. For ages 3 - 6. $6 - $8 per person – registration required.
- Safari Saturday – Fishing at Hidden Pond Nature Center, Springfield. Saturday, June 2 at 10:30 a.m. For ages 3 - 7. $5 - $7 per person – registration required.
- Historic Kayak Tours to the Town of Occoquan at Occoquan Regional Park, Lorton. Saturday, June 2 at 11 a.m. $10 per person – reservations required.
- Stoneybrooke Reptile Talk and Safari at Stone Mansion, Alexandria. Saturday, June 2 at 1 p.m. For ages 6 – 12. $6 - $8 per person – registration required.
- Stoneybrooke Bug Hunt at Stone Mansion, Alexandria. Saturday, June 2 at 3:30 p.m. For ages 6 – 12. $6 - $8 per person – registration required.
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