There’s a lot happening in our communities this weekend. Here’s a quick guide to get you call caught up on the events taking place nearby.
Dumfries Multicultural Festival
More than 50 vendors will converge at Dumfries’ Garrison Park behind Town Hall on Saturday for the town’s 2nd Annual Multicultural Festival. Also back this year will be the Barbeque Battle featuring four vendors: Frank’s BBQ, Jeremiah’s Kansas City BBQ, Devyne BBQ In Motion, and Eva’s Delight Catering.
There will also be live music and performances, face painting, and photos with the “Virginia is for Lovers LOVEWork! sign in the park.
Potomac Local News is proud to help sponsor the Prince William County Community Expo set for Saturday, May 4, from 11 a.m.–4 p.m. at the Pfitzner Stadium Complex.
The event will include activities for all ages, such as a petting zoo, mascot dance off, BMX demonstrations, on-stage performances, prizes, food vendors, nature walks, nutrition education and physical education activities. Youth can earn their Junior Forest Ranger Badge.
PWC Community Expo is coordinated by Prince William County Public Schools, ED OUT, Prince William County Healthy Communities, Healthy Youth, PWCS Health and Physical Education, PWC Parks and Recreation, Boys and Girls Club of Greater Washington, and the Hylton Foundation.
As part of the day’s events, and to encourage community spirit, the City is going to attempt to break the Guiness World Record for the largest game of red light/green light. The City of Manassas is an advocate of healthy living and encourages healthy outdoor activity and red light/green light is a simple, healthy outdoor activity that is fun for the whole family.
From noon until 2 p.m., the Manassas Regional Airport Air Show will be held. It’s free to get in, and the event will feature aircraft displays, a full aerobatic air show, and wing-walking.
Donations will be accepted at the gate to support the Manassas Freedom Museum.
IKEA Woodbridge Redesign Party
IKEA Woodbridge will mark the official completion of the newly updated Marketplace on Saturday, May 4 and Sunday, May 5, for a weekend of savings, giveaways, kids eat free and fun activities for the whole family. Live Radio Disney, Saturday, May 4, from 1 – 3 p.m.
The early birds get the prizes. The first 500 in line will receive a free Blue Bag & Kids get a freesoft toy. The first 100 will receive a gift card ranging in value from 5- $1,000 each day. The $1,000 winner will also receive a free design consult with an IKEA interior designer.
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Mason Neck State Park will host the 26th Annual Eagle Festival on May 11 from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m.
The Virginia Department of Transportation will hold a hybrid public information meeting Thursday, May 2 on planned innovative intersection improvements along Route 28.
On April 24, 2024, the Stafford County Economic Development Authority (EDA) held its annual Business Appreciation Reception at the Riverside Center for the Performing Arts.
We are honored to have the Honorable Andrea O. Bailey of the Potomac District, along with the esteemed leadership of Prince William County, hosting our 4th Annual 5K Walk for Mental Health Awareness. This event is a testament to their commitment to educate, advocate for, and dispel myths and stigma surrounding mental illness.
Dust off your running or walking shoes, bring your pets, and move with us in this county-wide FREE event in recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month on Saturday, May 18th, from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. This year’s theme is Movement: Moving for Your Mental Health.
We will walk along a scenic multi-purpose trail in a wooded setting with sufficient signage to meet the needs of the walkers at Locust Shade Park, 4701 Locust Shade Drive, Triangle, Virginia 22192.
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