Best Things to Do in NOVA: August 7–9, 2026 ✨
Open Skate Night
Make the most of August 7–9 with a NOVA weekend filled with outdoor concerts, lively street celebrations, farmers markets, car shows, family activities and unforgettable tribute performances. From local shopping and community fundraisers to late-night music and collectible showcases, NOVA has something waiting for every kind of weekend plan.
August 7, Friday · 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Douglass Community Center
407 East Market Street, Leesburg, VA 20176
🎟️ $2 Admission · Roller Skate Rental $3 · Skate Walker $5
Vibrant lights, upbeat music and classic roller-skating energy take over the rink for a lively summer evening. Skate to favorite songs, explore games and activities in the lounge and enjoy a nostalgic night out with friends and family.
Open Late 2026: Martin and Kelly
August 7, Friday · 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
National Sporting Library & Museum
102 The Plains Road, Middleburg, VA 20117
🎟️ Free Public Event
Spread out a chair or blanket on the museum lawn and settle in for an open-air performance by Martin and Kelly. Free museum admission, live music, concessions and a picturesque Middleburg setting create an easygoing summer evening beneath the fading light.
First Friday in Old Town Manassas
August 7, Friday · 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Historic Downtown Manassas
9431 West Street, Manassas, VA 20110
🎟️ Public Event
Historic Downtown Manassas transforms into a lively neighborhood block party filled with bands, food, games, a DJ and local shopping. Stroll through the streets, explore restaurants and boutiques and soak in the spirited atmosphere of one of the city’s favorite monthly traditions.
National Farmers Market Week Celebration at Culpeper Downtown Farmers Market
August 8, Saturday · 7:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Culpeper Baptist Church
318 South West Street, Culpeper, VA 22701
🎟️ Public Event
Celebrate National Farmers Market Week while meeting the growers, bakers, artisans and producers who bring Culpeper’s local food scene to life. Shop seasonal produce, locally raised meats, fresh flowers, baked goods, honey and handcrafted finds in a morning dedicated to community and agriculture.
Gainesville Farmers Market
August 8, Saturday · 9:00 AM – 1:30 PM
Gainesville Farmers Market
7500 Iron Bar Lane, Gainesville, VA 20155-3603
🎟️ Public Event
Slow down for a morning of local flavor as Blackstone Honey Bee Farms brings golden honey, whipped honey, beeswax candles and nutrient-rich pollen granules to Gainesville. Sample thoughtfully made goods and discover products shaped by Northern Virginia’s thriving beekeeping community.
Warwick Village & Friends Mega Yard Sale 2026
August 8, Saturday · 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Warwick Village
Alexandria, VA
🎟️ Free Public Event · Registration requested for sellers and volunteers
The streets of Warwick Village become a neighborhood-wide treasure hunt filled with secondhand finds, household goods and unexpected gems. Residents and nearby communities are invited to shop, sell and connect during this lively morning sale, with a rain date scheduled for August 9.
610 Cruisers & Vets on Track: Cruis’n to End Veterans Homelessness Charity Car Show
August 8, Saturday · 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
North Stafford High School
839 Garrisonville Road, Stafford, VA 22554-3902
🎟️ Public Event
Rows of classic vehicles, custom builds and crowd favorites come together for a car show supporting the Vets on Track Foundation. Expect judging across multiple categories, raffles, food vendors, music and entertainment, with proceeds helping efforts to end veteran homelessness.
Cardboard Capital “TCG Zenith” Show
August 8, Saturday · 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM | August 9, Sunday · 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Fredericksburg Convention Center
2371 Carl D. Silver Parkway, Fredericksburg, VA 22401
🎟️ $7 per person, per day · Kids 12 and under free · Tickets at OnTreasure.com
More than 285 vendor tables turn the convention center into a vast marketplace for trading cards, collectibles, toys and original artwork. Buy, sell and trade Pokémon, One Piece, Dragon Ball Z, Yu-Gi-Oh!, Magic and more while exploring giveaways, special guests, a bounty board and a kids’ scavenger hunt.
Roofus’s Back to School Bash and Car Show
August 8, Saturday · 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Fletcher Home
3110 Cowan Boulevard, Fredericksburg, VA 22401
🎟️ Free Public Event
Classic cars, live music, food trucks and a silent auction bring the community together for an afternoon of back-to-school celebration. Guests are encouraged to donate school supplies while enjoying family-friendly activities and supporting local students preparing for the new school year.
Riley Green: Cowboy As It Gets Tour 2026
August 8, Saturday · 7:00 PM
Jiffy Lube Live
7800 Cellar Door Drive, Bristow, VA 20136
🎟️ Tickets via Ticketmaster
Riley Green brings his Cowboy As It Gets Tour to one of Northern Virginia’s biggest outdoor stages for a night of modern country music. Expect an arena-sized atmosphere, crowd-favorite songs and a summer concert experience built for fans ready to sing along beneath the lights.
Days Between Celebration Featuring Great Northern
August 8, Saturday · 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Sinistral Brewing Company
9419 Main Street, Manassas, VA
🎟️ Public Event
Great Northern takes the stage for a heartfelt celebration of Jerry Garcia’s timeless music during the annual Days Between observance. Deep improvisation, beloved Grateful Dead classics and the intimate energy of a brewery crowd make this a night for longtime Deadheads and new listeners alike.
Race Night Social at Fulton Moto Vol. 2
August 8, Saturday · 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Fulton Moto
107 South East Street, Culpeper, VA 22701-3023
🎟️ $12.50–$25 · Tickets via Eventbrite
Motorcycle culture and race-night excitement collide as Fulton Moto streams American Flat Track action for a room full of riders, racers and enthusiasts. Drinks, food, raffles, tattoos and local moto fans create a gritty, high-energy gathering in downtown Culpeper.
1964 The Tribute
August 8, Saturday · 7:30 PM
The Birchmere
3701 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA 22305
🎟️ Tickets via Ticketmaster
Step back into the sound and excitement of Beatlemania as 1964 The Tribute recreates the energy of the legendary band’s early years. Period-inspired performances, iconic harmonies and timeless songs fill The Birchmere during an evening designed for generations of Beatles fans.
Haymarket Farmers Market
August 9, Sunday · 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Haymarket Farmers Market
15000 Washington Street, Haymarket, VA 20169-4921
🎟️ Public Event
Spend Sunday morning browsing locally crafted products from Blackstone Honey Bee Farms, including pure honey, whipped varieties, beeswax candles and fresh pollen granules. It is a relaxed opportunity to meet local makers, sample natural goods and bring a little Northern Virginia flavor home.
Brews & Botany – Exotic Plant Pop-Up!
August 9, Sunday · 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Eavesdrop Brewery
7285 Centreville Road, Manassas, VA 20111-1747
🎟️ Public Event
Eavesdrop Brewery fills with greenery as local plant vendors showcase houseplants, cuttings, accessories and unusual botanical finds. Browse, trade plants at the swap table, enjoy brewery selections and food vendors and connect with fellow collectors during an afternoon made for plant lovers.
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