Events


Samuel Beckett's Celtic Festival
Sep
21

Samuel Beckett's Celtic Festival

Samuel Beckett’s Irish Pub at the Village at Shirlington is hosting its annual Celtic Festival on Saturday 9/21 from 12-7 PM.

Come enjoy traditional Irish music and dance, food and drinks, festivities, and a popup makers market. Campbell Avenue will be closed down for you to Sip & Stroll your way around Celtic Festival and the neighborhood.

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Maker’s Market
Sep
1

Maker’s Market

Skip the Sunday Scaries and enjoy shopping local artisans and makers, while you Sip & Stroll with drinks 🍹 and bites 🍕 on the plaza!

Makers Market at Westpost brings together 20 local creators and artists for an afternoon of outdoor shopping on the plaza. Explore trendy and unique creations, enjoy ambient music from the live DJ, and take in all the plaza has to offer from tasty dining options to retail shops and services. The markets are free to attend and parking is available on-site.

The Market will be open on the first Sunday of each month starting in April and ending in October, from 12 - 5 PM. Each market will feature some new vendors and some returning vendors.

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Maker’s Market
Aug
4

Maker’s Market

Skip the Sunday Scaries and enjoy shopping local artisans and makers, while you Sip & Stroll with drinks 🍹 and bites 🍕 on the plaza!

Makers Market at Westpost brings together 20 local creators and artists for an afternoon of outdoor shopping on the plaza. Explore trendy and unique creations, enjoy ambient music from the live DJ, and take in all the plaza has to offer from tasty dining options to retail shops and services. The markets are free to attend and parking is available on-site.

The Market will be open on the first Sunday of each month starting in April and ending in October, from 12 - 5 PM. Each market will feature some new vendors and some returning vendors.

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Maker’s Market
Jun
2

Maker’s Market

Skip the Sunday Scaries and enjoy shopping local artisans and makers, while you Sip & Stroll with drinks 🍹 and bites 🍕 on the plaza!

Makers Market at Westpost brings together 20 local creators and artists for an afternoon of outdoor shopping on the plaza. Explore trendy and unique creations, enjoy ambient music from the live DJ, and take in all the plaza has to offer from tasty dining options to retail shops and services. The markets are free to attend and parking is available on-site.

The Market will be open on the first Sunday of each month starting in April and ending in October, from 12 - 5 PM. Each market will feature some new vendors and some returning vendors.

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Maker’s Market
Aug
6

Maker’s Market

Skip the Sunday Scaries and enjoy shopping local artisans and makers, while you Sip & Stroll with drinks 🍹 and bites 🍕 on the plaza!

Makers Market at Westpost brings together 20 local creators and artists for an afternoon of outdoor shopping on the plaza. Explore trendy and unique creations, enjoy ambient music from the live DJ, and take in all the plaza has to offer from tasty dining options to retail shops and services. The markets are free to attend and parking is available on-site.

The Market will be open on the first Sunday of each month starting in April and ending in October, from 12 - 5 PM. Each market will feature some new vendors and some returning vendors.

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Maker’s Market
Jul
2

Maker’s Market

Skip the Sunday Scaries and enjoy shopping local artisans and makers, while you Sip & Stroll with drinks 🍹 and bites 🍕 on the plaza!

Makers Market at Westpost brings together 20 local creators and artists for an afternoon of outdoor shopping on the plaza. Explore trendy and unique creations, enjoy ambient music from the live DJ, and take in all the plaza has to offer from tasty dining options to retail shops and services. The markets are free to attend and parking is available on-site.

The Market will be open on the first Sunday of each month starting in April and ending in October, from 12 - 5 PM. Each market will feature some new vendors and some returning vendors.

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Maker’s Market
May
7

Maker’s Market

Makers Market at Westpost at National Landing in Arlington, VA brings together 20 local creators and artists for an afternoon of outdoor shopping on the plaza. Explore trendy and unique creations, enjoy ambient music from the live DJ, and take in all the plaza has to offer from tasty dining options to retail shops and services. The markets are free to attend and parking is available on-site.

The Market will be open on the first Sunday of each month starting in April and ending in October, from 12 - 5 PM. Each market will feature some new vendors and some returning vendors.

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Ridgetop Spring Market
May
6

Ridgetop Spring Market

Spring is here and it’s time to bring the trailer back out. We are coming back to one of our favorite places, Ridgetop Coffee & Tea. Come join us as we debut some new items as well as more of our old favorites.

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Barks and Brews- Puppy Love Festival
Feb
18

Barks and Brews- Puppy Love Festival

Come out and join us for the Barks and Brews- Puppy Love Festival Saturday February 18th from 1-6pm at Shipgarten in McLean!

This February we’re all about puppy love! Show your pup a little extra love and bring them out to Shipgarten February 18th from 1-6pm for our Barks and Brews festival 🍻🐾 Try deluxe homemade treats from our doggie vendors, play in our dog park, or give your pup something from our special dog menu. Enjoy sampling over 40 breweries, compete in festival events for prizes, or take pictures in our photo booth- there’s something for everyone!

***Shipgarten opens at 11 AM & the festival runs from 1 PM until 6 PM. Restaurant closes at 2 AM***

EVENT SCHEDULE:

♫ Live Music (12:30 PM – 7:00 PM)

♫ TBD

2:00 PM Treat Catch (Dog) Contest

3:15 PM - ★ Live Character Performance by Batman, Cinderella & Spiderman★

4:30 PM Best Puppy Love (Dog) Contest

♫ 4-7:30 PM Bethany Gates

♫ Live DJ (8:00 PM-2:00 AM)

ADDITIONALLY:

➳40+ beer & cider samples from local breweries to choose from

➳ Photo Booth with Accessories

➳Great food

➳Dog Friendly (Check out our Dog menu, play in the dog park, or just bring your pup along)

➳ Bratwursts, Pretzels, Wings, & Special of the Day!

➳ Outdoor Games & Activities

➳ Giveaways, Competitions & Prizes

➳ Kids Corner with Face Painting, Moon Bounce, Crafts and more!

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Valentine's Day Festival (Hot Drinks, Bier, and Cider)
Feb
11

Valentine's Day Festival (Hot Drinks, Bier, and Cider)

Come out and join us for the Valentine's Day Festival (Hot Drinks, Bier, and Cider) Saturday February 11th from 1-6pm at Shipgarten in McLean!

This Valentine's Day keep it hot with hot drink specials from our winter menu! February 11th from 1-6pm come out to Shipgarten for our hot drinks, bier and cider festival. Try sampling from 40+ breweries, take photos with your sweetheart in our photo booth, or bring a date to compete for prizes!

***Shipgarten opens at 11 AM & the festival runs from 1 PM until 6 PM. Restaurant closes at 2 AM***

EVENT SCHEDULE:

♫ Live Music by School of Rock Performers(11:00 AM – 7:00 PM)

♫ CBGB 11:00 AM

♫ SMASHING PUMPKINS 12:30 PM

♫ MOTOWN 2:00 PM

2:00 PM Oreo Roll (Pairs)Contest

3:15 PM - ★ Live Character Performance by Black Panther & Beauty and the Beast★

♫ QUEEN 3:30 PM

4:00 PM Lovers 3-Legged Race (Pairs)Contest

5:00 PM- Don't Break My Heart (Pairs) Contest

♫ NU METAL 5:30 PM

♫ Live DJ (8:00 PM-2:00 AM)

ADDITIONALLY:

➳40+ beer & cider samples from local breweries to choose from

➳ Photo Booth with Accessories

➳Great food

➳Dog Friendly (Check out our Dog menu, play in the dog park, or just bring your pup along)

➳ Bratwursts, Pretzels, Wings, & Special of the Day!

➳ Outdoor Games & Activities

➳ Giveaways, Competitions & Prizes

➳ Kids Corner with Face Painting, Moon Bounce, Crafts and more!

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Hot Drinks, Beer, and Cider Festival
Jan
28

Hot Drinks, Beer, and Cider Festival

Come out and join us for the Hot Drinks, Bier, and Cider Festival Saturday January 28th from 1-6pm at Shipgarten in McLean!

During the winter months- Shipgarten keeps it hot! Come out for our hot drinks, bier, and cider festival Saturday January 28th from 1-6pm. Try our classic sampling from 40+ breweries, or grab a hot drink from our special winter menu. Enjoy live music and festival events, keep cozy with our fire pits, or browse vendor tables (including Reading Tree Books.)

Ship Garten is at 7581 Colshire Drive, McLean, VA. Parking is available at 1700 Old Meadow Rd McLean, VA

***Shipgarten opens at 11 AM & the festival runs from 1 PM until 6 PM. Restaurant closes at 2 AM***

EVENT SCHEDULE:

♫ Live Music (12:30 PM – 7:30 PM)

♫ Torrey B from 12:30-3:30pm

♫ Derek Critzer from 4pm-7:30pm

2:00 PM Stein Hoisting Contest

3:00 PM - ★ Live Character Performance with Encanto's Bruno, Mirabel & Luisa★

4:00 PM- Hot Dog Eating Contest

5:00 PM- Find the Snowflake Contest

ADDITIONALLY:

➳40+ beer & cider samples from local breweries to choose from

➳ Photo Booth with Accessories

➳Great food

➳Dog Friendly (Check out our Dog menu, play in the dog park, or just bring your pup along)

➳ Bratwursts, Pretzels, Wings, Special of the Day!

➳ Outdoor Games & Activities

➳ Giveaways, Competitions & Prizes

➳ Kids Corner with Face Painting, Moon Bounce, crafts and more

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Journal Making Workshop
Jan
24

Journal Making Workshop

Learn to make this hardbound journal with 3 hand-stitched signatures. Choose from a variety of handmade papers for the cover. The 4” x 6” size is perfect for journaling, drawing, or doodling.

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Snow Daze Aslin Beer Co
Dec
17

Snow Daze Aslin Beer Co

Join us at Snow Daze at Aslin Beer Company! Check out some last minute gift ideas from local makers, curators, and purveyors of fine goods at the Aslin Beer Garden in downtown Herndon!

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Ridgetop Coffee and Tea
Dec
15

Ridgetop Coffee and Tea

Join us on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday morning at Ridgetop Coffee and Tea in Sterling. Be sure to get a cup of your favorite coffee drink while perusing our books and other merchandise.

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Ridgetop Coffee and Tea
Dec
14

Ridgetop Coffee and Tea

Join us on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday morning at Ridgetop Coffee and Tea in Sterling. Be sure to get a cup of your favorite coffee drink while perusing our books and other merchandise.

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Ridgetop Coffee and Tea
Dec
13

Ridgetop Coffee and Tea

Join us on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday morning at Ridgetop Coffee and Tea in Sterling. Be sure to get a cup of your favorite coffee drink while perusing our books and other merchandise.

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Ridgetop Coffee and Tea
Dec
1

Ridgetop Coffee and Tea

Join us on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday morning at Ridgetop Coffee and Tea in Sterling. Be sure to get a cup of your favorite coffee drink while perusing our books and other merchandise.

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Ridgetop Coffee and Tea
Nov
30

Ridgetop Coffee and Tea

Join us on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday morning at Ridgetop Coffee and Tea in Sterling. Be sure to get a cup of your favorite coffee drink while perusing our books and other merchandise.

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Ridgetop Coffee and Tea
Nov
29

Ridgetop Coffee and Tea

Join us on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday morning at Ridgetop Coffee and Tea in Sterling. Be sure to get a cup of your favorite coffee drink while perusing our books and other merchandise.

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