The New Year is upon us and with it comes a raft of exciting new openings and bucket list adventures. Here are some experiences to check out – and tick off – in Loudoun in 2026 Celebrate America’s 250th 2026 is a big year: the 250 th Anniversary of America’s founding. Talks, exhibitions, readings…
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From vineyard valleys to downtown stages, Loudoun comes alive with the sound of music every summer. Local music legends return to charming town centers, nostalgic tribute bands perform classics and outdoor venues provide a scenic backdrop to the stage. Here are some not-to-miss music festivals and…
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July 4 th is back with a bang! Celebrate with Loudoun County fireworks, patriotic parades and other activities throughout the holiday weekend. Early July 4 Happenings Star Spangled South Riding, June 27 Kick off your holiday early and celebrate the 30th anniversary of South Riding’s patriotic…
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We treasure our forests, parks, country roads and open space in Loudoun. The preservation of this land is a direct reflection of the communal effort to maintain a sustainable Loudoun. With scores of Loudoun farms, gardens and rural businesses, there is no shortage of green initiatives year-round…
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We all like sand and the sea but you don’t have to travel to the beach to enjoy Spring Break this year. Less than an hour from DC, yet a world away, a variety of family friendly activities await in Loudoun. Forget the surf – go where the grapes grow. Adventurous Loudoun is the perfect place for…
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If music is the food of love, then wine be the drink. In ancient Rome drinking wine was thought to bring couples closer together and the gift of a bottle was a symbol of affection. In the Middle Ages wine became associated with the feast of Saint Valentine, the patron saint of love. It was believed…
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As the excitement of the holidays wears off and the long chill of winter sets in, what’s left for many of us is exhaustion – and an expanded waistline. Here we select the six best spa and wellness retreats in Loudoun to replenish mind, body and soul. Happy New Year – happy new you! ARIA MediSpa…
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On a recent Friday, an Ohio couple checked into Hidden View Bed & Breakfast, a gorgeous five-suite guesthouse on hills near Hillsboro. They were military veterans in Loudoun for a leisurely weekend. What they didn’t expect were the perks. After a brief tour, Hidden View owner Cheri Shields gave them…
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Summer is here and the Loudoun living is easy – especially with a craft cocktail in hand. Here we select some of the coolest – and tastiest – cocktails to enjoy in Loudoun this summer. Dark & Stormy - MacDowell’s With its palm trees, nautical décor and beach sand, wildly popular MacDowell’s - aka…
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I can eat BBQ any time of year but there’s something about succulent smoked meats in summer that really hits the spot. Loudoun has its share of classic BBQ joints. Monk’s in Purcellville (and their annex Monk’s on the Farm at Flying Ace Farm in Lovettsville) do brisket like no other and if you don’t…
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