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Things to Do in Northern Virginia, VA: Events, Live Music & What's On This Week

From live music and theatre to festivals, food and family days out, WOW Northern Virginia is your guide to what's on, and where, in Northern Virginia, VA.

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What's On in Northern Virginia

Concerts, sports, theatre, festivals, food and free events across Northern Virginia, updated continuously. Search, filter by date or category, and explore on the map.

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Top 10 Things to Do in Northern Virginia This Week

Standout Northern Virginia events from the Evvnt calendar this week.

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Where to go

Northern Virginia Neighborhoods & Venues

Here's where Northern Virginia, VA comes alive after dark and on weekends.

Downtown

Shows, venues and nights out in downtown Northern Virginia.

Midtown

Theatres, music rooms and patios in midtown Northern Virginia.

Arts District

Galleries, makers and street-level culture in Northern Virginia.

Waterfront

Outdoor stages, festivals and views around Northern Virginia.

Campus & Uptown

Student nights, comedy and live music near campus.

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Northern Virginia Events FAQ

What's on in Northern Virginia this weekend?

The events calendar on this page lists concerts, sports, theatre, comedy, festivals, family activities and more in Northern Virginia, VA. Use the category filters to narrow events by date and type.

How do I list my event in Northern Virginia?

Submit your event for free through Evvnt using the List Your Event Free button on this page. Events submitted through Evvnt can be syndicated across Evvnt's network of 2,594 local news and media event calendars across the USA. Organizers can also add paid promotion, boosts and ticketing.

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