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Charter Day

Merchant Park
Dumfries, Va., 22026
703-221-2218

An annual celebration of the anniversary of the founding of Dumfries, featuring games, food and entertainment. The event takes place in the park adjacent to the Weems-Botts Museum. 11-4 p.m. May 7.

Haunted Barns

Prince William Fairgrounds
10624 Dumfries Rd.
Prince William Fairgrounds
Manassas, Va., 20112
703-792-7060

Ghouls, goblins and goodies for the entire family, including food, activities and a haunted hayride, held at the end of October.

Haymarket Day

Town of Haymarket
Haymarket, Va., 20168
703-753-2600

This event, cosponsored by the Gainesville Ruritan Club and the Town of Haymarket, takes place the third Saturday in September and features food, entertainment and a parade through the streets of Haymarket.

Hispanic Festival

Loy E. Harris Pavilion
West and Center streets
West and Center streets
Manassas, Va.,
703-361-9800

A celebration of Hispanic heritage with live music, dancing, food and other activities for children. It is held in September.

Historic Programs

6511 Sudley Rd.
Manassas, Va., 20109
703-361-1339

Manassas National Battlefield Park hosts hikes and demonstrations for the anniversaries of the First and Second Battles of Manassas and other interpretive programs throughout the year. A Junior Ranger program for ages 5-12 is available through the visitors center, open daily from 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. www.nps.gov/mana
The Manassas Museum offers Civil War weekends in the summer and living history demonstrations and exhibitions all year. Walking tours of Old Town Manassas are available in the spring and fall. 703-368-1873.
Leesylvania State Park, the former estate of the Lee family, offers programs highlighting history from the Revolutionary War to the Civil War. 703-670-0372. www.dcr.state.va.us/parks/leesylva.htm
The Prince William County Visitors Bureau has two visitors centers with information on local events that highlight the region's history. www.visitpwc.com

Kids and Family Expo

10624 Dumfries Rd.
Prince William Fairgrounds
Prince William Fairgrounds
Manassas, Va., 20112
703-792-7275, Ext. 202

A day devoted to activities for children 3 and older and their parents, with exhibitions, food and information on park programs. The Expo will take place April 16. Admission fee: $2, ages 3 and older; free, ages 2 and younger.

Manassas Fall Jubilee

Old Town Manassas
Manassas, Va., 20110
703-361-6599

The 23nd annual Fall Jubilee will take place 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Oct. 1 on the streets of Old Town Manassas. It will feature food, entertainment, games and crafters.

Manassas Heritage Railway Festival

Old Town Manassas
Manassas, Va., 20110
703-361-6599

This annual event celebrates railroad history with memorabilia, rail excursions, exhibits, live music and food. The 10th annual event will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. June 4.

Merry Old Town

Old Town Manassas
Manassas, Va., 20110
703-361-6599

Along with this annual holiday parade through Old Town Manassas, the town celebrates with a Christmas tree lighting, hayrides, open houses at businesses, caroling and Santa Claus's arrival by train. Festivities begin Dec. 2 with the tree lighting. The parade is Dec. 3, and the merchants' open houses are Dec. 4.

Nokesville Day

PO Box 431
Nokesville, Va., 20182
703-594-2669

Sponsored by the Nokesville Ruritan Club, Nokesville Day is held the third Saturday in May. It features a parade, crafts, food, children's activities and displays by nonprofit groups, clubs and other organizations.

Occoquan Arts and Crafts Shows

PO Box 258
Occoquan, Va., 22125
703-491-2168

The shows are held the first full weekend in June and the last full weekend in September. They feature works by artists and crafters from across the United States as well as food, light entertainment and a children's booth. Boat rides are available. No admission fee. Shuttle bus services are available from the commuter lots surrounding the town.

Prince William County Fair

10624 Dumfries Rd.
Manassas, Va., 20112
703-368-0173

The 56th annual fair, which will be held Aug. 12-20 at the county fairgrounds, will include displays, performances, rides and animal displays.

Sugarloaf Crafts Festival

10624 Dumfries Rd.
Manassas, Va., 20112
800-210-9900

This annual crafts festival, to be held Sept. 9-11, showcases hundreds of artists and craft designers and has demonstrations and food vendors.

Manassas Home and Garden Show

Old Town Manassas
Manassas, Va., 20110
703-361-6599

Home and garden seminars and vendors, children's entertainment, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m May 14, and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. May 15.