Summer will soon be over but you can still catch some free outdoor movies in the City of Falls Church! Sunset Cinema is a movie series the City hosts most Friday nights in September at Cherry Hill Park. Admission is free and guests are encouraged to bring a blanket to sit on and a picnic meal (you also can buy snacks, popcorn, and drinks there). Movies start around 7:45 pm. The lineup for the 2016 Sunset Cinema is: September 9: Animation Continue Reading...
Wild About Hank movie premiere to benefit local animal charity
We normally don't post about politics on this site, but when the candidate is a cute, furry creature that brought smiles to many people and who became a little local celebrity, we'll make an exception. Some of you may remember Hank, the Maine Coon cat from Springfield, Virginia, who "ran for office" a few years ago. While the campaign began as sort of a joke, Hank for Senate became a non-partisan movement that inspired people to discuss issues Continue Reading...
Local summer tradition: free Starlight Cinema movie series
By Patricia Hall, FairfaxFamilyFun.com One of the most popular summer events is Starlight Cinema, a fun family tradition in Fairfax County. Each year the county's Sully District Supervisor (Kathy Smith), supporters, and corporate sponsors present this outdoor movie series on Saturday nights at Trinity Centre in Centreville, Virginia. Whether you make it a "drive-in" movie or a picnic-style event, you can enjoy great free fun every week in Continue Reading...
RCP hosts sensory-friendly Mary Poppins show
How can you take a well-loved, legendary musical and make it even better? Reston Community Players (RCP) have come up with some ideas! The all-volunteer community theatre group is currently presenting Mary Poppins. This fun show makes for a great "family date" (see our detailed review from opening weekend) and you can enjoy it during a matinee or evening show now through March 12, 2016. To make the show more accessible to all patrons and to Continue Reading...
Review: Mary Poppins by Reston Community Players
We were invited to see Mary Poppins on opening weekend. This made for a great "family date night!" See our review below, check out our tips to make the most of your visit, learn about some special events coming up, and don't miss your chance to win tickets for your family through our GIVEAWAY! By Patricia Hall, FairfaxFamilyFun.com Funny, feisty, and full of warmth, Mary Poppins is a classic tale that many of us grew up with and now happily Continue Reading...
City of Fairfax hosting ‘epic’ Star Wars event
Star Wars fans, here is something you won't want to miss: an event that will be not just great, but epic! The City of Fairfax invites you to its Star Wars Epic Event on Friday night, January 22, 2016. At this special event, from 6 pm to 8 pm at the Sherwood Community Center, guests can train as a Jedi, make a light saber, and listen to stories from a galaxy far, far away, plus play games and enjoy other activities and "galactic" refreshments. Continue Reading...
See all other Star Wars movies before Episode VII is out
Calling all Star Wars fans! Ahead of the newest movie in the franchise is an opportunity to see ALL Star Wars movies... for free! If you have wanted to relive the memories, see the movies "in order," or introduce your children to the entire Star Wars series, here is your chance! As just about everyone knows by now, Star Wars: Episode VII is set for release on December 18, 2015. This is the latest in a hugely popular movie franchise that Continue Reading...
Disney on Ice presents Frozen: show preview and ticket giveaway!
It's a story that is perfect for a Disney on Ice show and one that fans of the film have been waiting to see live -- and now "Frozen" is coming to Fairfax! Disney on Ice presents Frozen will be at the Patriot Center on the George Mason University Fairfax campus October 22-27. Disney's Academy Award®-winning Frozen will be told live for the first time in this production, capturing the dynamic between two royal sisters, Anna Continue Reading...
Marvel Universe LIVE brings favorite characters to town!
By Patricia Hall, FairfaxFamilyFun.com When we found out earlier this year that there was a new live-action show based on Marvel comic book characters, our first thought was "PLEASE let this show come to our area!" After much anticipation, Marvel Universe LIVE!, featuring the most Marvel characters ever assembled in one production, arrives here next month! Shows are at at the Verizon Center in DC Sept. 4-7 and the Patriot Center Continue Reading...
Starlight Cinema outdoor movies begin this weekend!
Click on the image to go to the county site with the PDF By Patricia Hall, FairfaxFamilyFun.comWe're in the middle of summer and that means many discounted or even free movie opportunities for families! Earlier this year we brought you our annual list of Free and Cheap Summer Movies in our immediate area, a guide that includes both indoor and outdoor movies.One of the most popular choices is Starlight Cinemas, a fun family tradition Continue Reading...
