Celebrate the joy of the season with a tapestry of holiday music from around the world in Bronze Unlimited's handbell concert - beloved carols, serene lullabies and festive classics designed to uplift and inspire. Take a moment, sing along, and share in the magic of this special time of year.

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Mackenzie’s Tunes & Tonics

City of Fairfax 40th Annual Festival of Lights and Carols

Celebrate the holiday spirit as Downtown Fairfax transforms into a winter wonderland aglow with sparkling tree lights and festive cheer! Enjoy live holiday music, complimentary s’mores, warm cider, children’s crafts and activities, the holiday market and much more!

Don’t miss Photos with Santa from 3-5 p.m.—a perfect chance to capture those holiday memories! Then, join us at 5:30 p.m. for the Tree Lighting Ceremony, complete with joyful caroling as we light up the night.

Performance Schedule 

Noon - Daniels Run Singers, Daniels Run Elementary School
            The Fairfax Choral Society Youth Choir 

1 p.m. - George Mason University Tuba Euphonium Ensemble 

2 p.m.  - UUCF Handbell Choir 

3 p.m. - Girl Scouts of Fairfax City 

4 p.m. - The Metropolitan Follies 

5 p.m. - Vienna-Falls Chorus 

5:30 p.m. - Tree Lighting Ceremony and Caroling 

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Tours Through Christmas Past

Saturdays: December 6 & 13, Noon - 2PM

Come to the Ratcliffe-Allison-Pozer House on Main St. to learn how people celebrated Christmas in the past over more than 200 years. Crafts and activities will also be included in select rooms as you tour. Tours are from noon - 2 p.m. Program is Free.

Location: 10386 Main St.

Commonwealth Brewing Co.

We're turning the taproom into a winter wonderland!  Join us at our annual Holiday Artisan Market, a festive celebration filled with handcrafted goods, seasonal cheer, and cozy community vibes.

Shop Local: Stroll through our vendor market featuring talented local artisans offering unique gifts and holiday treasures— perfect for checking off your shopping list.
 Photos with Santa: Bring the whole family and snap a magical holiday photo with Santa himself!
 Cookie & Gingerbread Decorating: Get creative with our decorating station—fun for kids and adults alike. Craft the sweetest treats of the season and take them home (if you don’t eat them first!).
 Holiday Beer & Cocktail Releases: Sip your way into the spirit with our special holiday-themed cocktails and limited-release seasonal beers, brewed just for the occasion.

With festive music, delicious drinks, and holiday magic around every corner, the Holiday Artisan Market is the perfect way to kick off the season. Gather your friends, bundle up, and join us for a day of joyful celebration!

Wright Adventure Company

Join us for a delightful foodie tour through historic Fairfax City, Virginia. Our carefully curated experience ensures that each guest gets to savor the multicultural culinary offerings that reflect the diverse food scene of the city. From traditional American classics to international flavors, this tour offers a unique exploration of the local gastronomy. While our food tour is handicapped accessible, be prepared to walk to approximately 7 locations to fully indulge in the delicious offerings. Book your spot now and embark on a flavorful journey with us!

Please note that while we strive to accommodate all our guests, our tours are generally not vegan/vegetarian friendly. Please contact us for information regarding food allergies.

The Fairfax City Food Tour is available year-round, weather permitting. Since the restaurants are indoors, we can go in almost any weather.

Prices:
$75 - No Alcohol
$100 - With Alcohol

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Mackenzie’s Tunes & Tonics

Wright Adventure Company

Take a haunted trek on a ghost tour of historic Fairfax City, Virginia, just over 15 miles from Washington D.C. Learn about the history and haunts of the spirited former residents who may still inhabit the downtown buildings of Fairfax City. Researched and hosted by our experienced ghost tour guides. The ghost tour is for all ages, just the right amount of spooky, no jump scares!

Given that we are already outside, Fairfax City ghost tours are an incredibly safe way to get out and about. Tours will happen weather permitting.

Additional Info:
There are just under 20 stops in this 90 minute tour.
Please wear appropriate clothing for the weather and comfortable shoes for walking
Almost all stops include a place to sit down.
This tour is not handicap accessible and there several sets of stairs
To protect all tour guests, smoking or vaping of any kind, or drinking alcohol are not permitted during the tour.

$25 Adults Ages 12+

$20 Children 11 and under

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9th Annual city of fairfax Holiday Market

Old Town Square
10415 North St., Fairfax

Market Dates:
Weekend 1: December 5 - 7, 2025 (Delayed due to weather) December 6 - 7
Weekend 2: December 12 - 14, 2025

Market Times:
Fridays: 5 - 8 PM
Saturdays: 12 - 6 PM
Sundays: 12 - 5pm

Discover unique, handcrafted gifts and support local artisans during the first two weekends of December in Downtown Fairfax! Each weekend features a rotating lineup of talented craft vendors—so there’s always something new to explore.

As you shop, enjoy festive live entertainment and holiday cheer throughout the market!

For Saturday, December 6 activities, SEE ALSO https://www.oldtownfairfax.org/events/festival-of-lights-carols-1

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Mackenzie’s Tunes & Tonics

Mackenzie’s Tunes & Tonics

Commonwealth Brewing Co.

Our monthly GAME NIGHT series in collaboration with Paradise Games & Gifts is the perfect way to challenge your friends, or learn about the world of table top roleplay games!

Join our game-masters from The Natural Ones as they guide you through the world of Dungeons & Dragons. We also have free-to-play board games for anyone looking to jump in.

Tickets available:
https://www.meetup.com/the-natural-ones/events/rmdhstyhcqbfb/?eventOrigin=group_events_list

Hosted by Fairfax City Economic Development

Pub Scholars brings faculty experts into Fairfax to share cutting-edge ideas in tech, science & business - learn, connect & support local!

December Pub Scholars Topic - Artificial Intelligence: Blessing or Curse?

This talk provides an up-to-date review of the extraordinary characteristics of this new human capability. Questions abound. Will generative languages like ChatGPT foster greater productivity, deeper insights, or chaos? How will the growing availability of AI technologies impact democratic governance, invite repressive practices, or undermine the rule of law? Will AI open up technology opportunities previously unavailable to liberal arts graduates? Will new autonomous, AI-directed weapon systems distort battlefield outcomes? Which jobs are most susceptible to be replaced by AI interfaces? What are the latest statistics on the actual productivity advantages of AI in the workplace? Does AI have the potential to develop super intelligence which can threaten civilization? Will competing chatbots cause chaotic versions of reality through misinformation? By the time this session is presented, there will be countless new questions. The speaker will bring up all the latest developments, challenges, and opportunities.

Speaker Bio: Stephen Ruth is a retired Professor of Public Policy from George Mason University, and former director of the International Center for Applied Studies in Information Technology. His research interests are focused on the problems of policy and strategic planning associated with leveraging the use of Information and Communications Technology in large organizations, with particular emphasis on Telework, Green IT, and the Return on Investment for E-Learning. He has received a Distinguished Professor award at George Mason University and was a Virginia Outstanding Professor honoree. Dr. Ruth received his BS from the U.S. Naval Academy and MS from the Navy Postgraduate School, and served twenty- three years in the Navy, retiring with the rank of Captain. His PhD is from the Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania. He is author or co-author of over one hundred published articles and four books.

Pub Scholars: an exciting new event in Fairfax City that brings George Mason faculty and other thought-leaders into Fairfax’s establishments to share their expertise on cutting-edge topics and technologies with our community. This event is an opportunity to learn about the latest thinking and innovations in technology, science, and business. Come ponder the greatest questions of the universe over your beverage of choice. Nibbles will be provided. This event is open to all audiences and interested participants.

This lecture is made possible by George Mason University’s Mason Speakers. For further information contact https://masonspeakers.gmu.edu/ or call 703-993-8846.

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Small Business Saturday

How it Works

Small Business Saturday, observed annually on the first Saturday after Thanksgiving, is a focal point in Fairfax City with the collaborative efforts of Fairfax City Economic Development, the Central Fairfax Chamber of Commerce, and the Old Town Fairfax Business Association. This collaborative initiative aims to emphasize the importance of local small businesses, fostering community engagement and encouraging residents to actively support and patronize these establishments during the holiday season.

Shop Small with Flex Card

The Fairfax City Flex Card can be used at many small businesses—especially on Small Business Saturday! Select a value of $10, $25, $50 or Custom for your Fairfax City Flex Card. Choose your recipient (family, friends, team members) and send via email or text message. The recipient can use that value to make purchases at participating Fairfax City Flex Card businesses.

Get your flexcard here!

Learn more about Small Business Saturday

Mobius Records

RSD Black Friday 11/28/2025

INFO for RSD Black Friday

RSD Black Friday is a first come first served in-person event. No holds or reserves.

We open at 10am on Friday 11/28/25.

We don't know how early to tell you to line up but over the years, the RSD line typically starts hours before we open with the bulk of the line forming after 6am.

Your place in line will determine the order you will be served. We run an order counter for RSD where you tell us what you want and we grab it for you. Titles are limit one copy per customer (you can purchase as many RSD titles as you want but only one of each). Once through the line, you are welcome to browse and purchase from the rest of the shop.

We won't know for sure what we are getting until the Wednesday before RSD. We will post our full list of titles along with quantities by Wednesday evening (11/26). We order titles from the RSD list that we feel best represent our customer base, we don't order everything on the list. Titles are extremely limited and allocated. We have no control over how many we get. Please check our website and social media for updates and teasers!

Remaining RSD titles will be available on our website at 8am Saturday 11/29/25.

Be cool to one another. This is an incredible community of fellow music lovers and we are stoked to have you all walk through our doors. It takes a lot of work to make this day happen smoothly and we appreciate your cooperation!

Thanks,

The Möbius Crüe

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Commonwealth Brewing Co.

Fairfax's favorite YAPPY HOUR is happening all season long! Join us on the patio from 5pm-9pm for pup cups, doggie "beer" (broth), and bacon treats! Don't worry, there will be plenty of beer for the humans!

This month's vendor feature: DASH to the Rescue. Come out and support this wonderful rescue organization!

Sun & Moon Yoga

Set a peaceful tone of gratitude for the season as you join Reggie for gentle movement, breathing practice, and guided sound meditation designed to prepare your body and mind for truly sound sleep. Through movement, meditation, and the calming tones of sound bowls, this practice can help you release tension, quiet mental chatter, and shift into a state of deep rest.

Whether you have trouble falling asleep or want to improve the quality of your sleep, this workshop will support your body’s natural transition from wakefulness to sleep and give you tips/experience on how to craft your own sleep routine.

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Commonwealth Brewing Co.

Sip, Sweat, Repeat. w/ Pure Barre Fairfax

Join us for another edition of our free monthly workout series, SIP, SWEAT, REPEAT. You guys packed the taproom all summer, so we are extending this fantastic event into the rest of the year!

We're stoked to join forces with our neighbors at Pure Barre Fairfax to bring you a free barre class at the Commonwealth taproom! Whether you're looking for a morning pump, or a fun way to spend time with friends, we've got the perfect workout class for you! Be sure to stick around after the class for our Brunch menu, as well as discounted beer and coffee bevs for participants

OSA Martial Arts

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Fairfax Ace Hardware

Give Like a Pro BBQ Party Saturday 11/22, 11am to 2pm

The Saturday Market is a large market with approximately 45 vendors.  It was established more than 25 years ago by the Downtown Fairfax Coalition.  It is a busy market with lots of activity.  Customers can expect lines at the most popular vendors and sometimes early sell-outs of popular items.

Again this year, the Downtown Fairfax Coalition is sponsoring a Holiday Farmers’ Market.  It will be held for the first four Saturdays in November before Thanksgiving (11/1, 11/8, 11/15, and 11/22).  The hours will be 10:00 to 1:00 on Saturday only and will be located in the same lot used for the seasonal markets (10500 Page Avenue, Fairfax).  This will be an outdoor “rain or shine” event.

Driving, Bicycling, or Walking? Our market is easily accessible and located only a block from historic Old Town Fairfax. Lots of free parking. We are family and pet friendly so bring your kids and your pets (leashed). Picnic tables are available for onsite dining.

The Sunday Market may open later, depending upon vendor interest. If that happens, we will post on this site.

Holiday Market - Saturdays, November 1, 8, 15, & 22
10:00 am – 1:00 pm

• Voted One of the Top 3 Markets in Virginia by Virginia Living Magazine

• Selected by Virginia Foodie as one of the Best Farmers’ Market in Northern Virginia

• Ranked One of the Top 10 markets in the DC area by the Washington Business Journal

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Fairfax Museum and Visitor Center

A fun, history-filled program at the Fairfax Museum and Visitor Center where participants will explore one object from our exhibits or collections and do an activity and/or game, sing a song, do a craft and read a story—all connected to the featured object or it’s related themes.

This program is suitable for ages 2-4 yrs.

Registration is required. All registered participants must be accompanied by an adult.

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Fairfax City AMA - Ask Me Anything Session with Police Chief - Raul Pedroso

Submit your questions here

Event Overview

Date: Monday, Nov 17, 2025

Location: High Side (4009 Chain Bridge Rd, Fairfax, VA)

Time: 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM

    •    5:30 – 6:60 PM: Community Mingle/Happy Hour

    •    6:30 – 8:30 PM: AMA Session

    •    8:30 – 9:30 PM: Post-AMA Mingle & Networking

Foods: Old Dominion Pizza provides complimentary pizzas (first come, first served).

Drink: Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages will be available for purchase.

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Sun & Moon Yoga

This afternoon community gathering is designed for support during difficult times by providing a local, low cost half day "retreat" as an opportunity to step away from house-holding commitments and the noise of everyday life in the D.C. area, and devote four hours to self care in the form of meditative and gentle movement practices, a sound experience, and silence.  At its core, this is an opportunity to relax, rest, and restore; students also learn or further their own meditative practice and take away skills that can help them regain equanimity.  

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The Wright Adventure Company

Bring a Little Green into Your Life—One Terrarium at a Time Get your hands a little dirty and your creativity flowing! I'm now offering DIY Terrarium Pop-Ups in Northern Virginia and beyond. These hands-on experiences are a fun and relaxing way to create your own tiny world of plants, stones, moss, and imagination. Whether you're a seasoned plant lover or just looking for a low-maintenance touch of green, my pop-ups have everything you need—glass vessels, curated materials, step-by-step guidance, and a few quirky surprises. Perfect for date days, friend outings, or even solo self-care. Hosting an event? I can bring the terrarium magic to you! Great for team-building, birthday parties, bridal showers, or just-because gatherings. Come craft a miniature landscape, connect with nature, and leave with something beautiful, personalized, and alive. Let’s grow something wonderful—together.

What's included

• $40 and it includes all your supplies

• Extra if you want to get the signature mocktail which will not be applicable at all the places

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Commonwealth Brewing Co.

Fall is in full swing, and it's time for Commonwealth's cozy Friendsgiving Market!  Shop unique finds from local vendors, perfect for getting a head start on holiday shopping! Plus, groove to live music and unleash your creativity with our pumpkin painting station . Bring your crew and let's toast the season together!