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Loudoun County, VA

9th Annual Cabin Fever Film Festival

January 30 - 31, 2026

A community film festival celebrating its ninth year, featuring films by Loudoun County residents or filmmakers with local ties. This year’s theme is “Independence,” with awards for Best in Theme and Audience Favorite.

Loudoun County, VA

Loudoun County’s Hero

January 23, 2026 @ 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM

Learn about Revolutionary War figure Sergeant Major John Champe and his role in America’s fight for independence, presented in partnership with the Sons of the American Revolution. Free event.

Spotsylvania County, VA

Spotsylvania in the American Revolution: A Virtual Exhibit

July 9, 2025 – July 9, 2027

Discover how the American Revolution shaped Spotsylvania County’s identity before the Civil War. This virtual exhibit showcases detailed articles and photographs of artifacts, revealing the county’s pivotal role in the War for Independence and the nation’s founding. Explore the exhibit online at SpotsylvaniaMuseum.org.

Stafford County, VA

Bringing Eliza Home

February 7, 2026

Presented by Barbara VornDick and the Stafford County Historical Society, this lecture explores the life of Eliza Monroe, granddaughter of President James Monroe. Through newly discovered archival research from both sides of the Atlantic, Eliza’s long-overlooked story is brought to light, offering insight into the experiences of women in the early republic and the effort to repatriate her remains from Paris to Virginia.

Westmoreland County, VA

Virginia Resolved: A Commemoration of Independence: 250th Anniversary of the Lee Resolution for Independence

June 7, 2026

Mount Vernon, VA

In the Eyes of the World: Celebrating 250 Years of American Independence

June 11, 2026

Alexandria, VA

Freedom Flows on the Potomac: Celebrating 250 Years of the Virginia Declaration of Rights

June 12 - 14, 2026

Alexandria, VA

Sail250® Virginia: Goodwill Tour with International Fleet of Tall Ships

June 12 - 14, 2026

Witness a fleet of the world’s most magnificent international tall ships and military ships sail into the port of Virginia as part of Sail250® America.

Virginia (Statewide)

Juneteenth: Honoring Freedom & Community Across the Commonwealth

June 2026

Hampton, VA

Fourth At The Fort

July 4, 2026

An all-day 4th of July event featuring the largest Fort Monroe family-friendly fireworks show to date! Come celebrate America Made In Virginia.

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About Northern Virginia

Where History Meets Modern Life

From the historic streets of Alexandria to the rolling landscapes of Loudoun and the vibrant communities or Fairfax, Arlington and Prince William, NoVA offers visitors a unique blend of heritage, culture, and innovation - all just minutes from Washington, D.C.

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