Get ready for the annual Occoquan PEEPS Show in Occoquan
Now in its 9th year, the free, family-friendly event runs April 1-4, 2026, with no tickets required. Businesses and community members craft whimsical PEEPS marshmallow dioramas displayed in shop windows throughout the town and at Town Hall.
Marina owners in Woodbridge are refusing to post Virginia Department of Health warning signs tied to a massive sewage spill upstream and instead launched their own independent water testing in the lower Potomac River.
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“Town Snow Emergency Routes will go into effect at 9 p.m. on Saturday, January 24, 2026, for anticipated snow-clearing operations,” the Town of Occoquan announced. “As a result, on-street parking, including marked on-street parking spaces, is not permitted on designated snow emergency routes.”
The restriction is intended to allow crews to clear roads efficiently during the anticipated snowfall. Vehicles left on snow emergency routes may be subject to enforcement once the order takes effect.
“Today we celebrate his dedication, service, and continued commitment to our community,” the town added. “Congratulations, Jason — thank you for all that you do!”
Forman was recognized during the town’s Holiday Dinner, where Mayor Earnie Porta presented the honor following the results of the Prince William Times’ Reader’s Choice awards.
Hundreds of people filled Mill Street and the steps of Occoquan Town Hall on Saturday night as the town flipped the switch on its Christmas tree, officially opening the holiday season in the small riverfront community.
The tree lighting began just after 6 p.m. in front of Town Hall, where gas lamps, wreaths, and shop lights gave the historic district a postcard feel. Broadcasting live from the event, Potomac Local News described Occoquan as a “nice little postcard, Hallmark movie town” that feels far removed from nearby Washington, D.C., despite sitting just off Interstate 95.
“Beginning at 9 p.m. Friday, Nov. 7, Occoquan Road (Route 906) between Horner Road (Route 639) and Old Bridge Road (Route 641) will be closed to through traffic for approximately two weeks,” the Virginia Department of Transportation announced. “Occoquan Road is scheduled to reopen at the I-95 overpass by 5 a.m. Monday, Nov. 24.”
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Mayor Ernie Porta’s latest Occoquan Radio Podcast recapped the November 5 Town Council meeting and shared updates on local businesses and upcoming holiday events. Here’s what residents should know:
For more on town events, visit VisitOccoquanVA.com/events.
“Who’s impacted? The impact zone includes areas in Prince William County & Fairfax County located immediately adjacent to the Occoquan River from the Town of Occoquan to Belmont Bay,” the organization added.
The test is part of Fairfax Water’s safety measures for residents, visitors, and businesses along the Occoquan River shoreline. The impact area includes the Town of Occoquan, nearby marinas, Occoquan Regional Park, and river-adjacent homes and businesses.
“The annual Occoquan Tree Lighting is coming up on Saturday, November 22, at 6 p.m.,” the Town of Occoquan announced. The event will take place at Occoquan Town Hall, 314 Mill Street, and will feature festive lights, music, and community celebration to kick off the holiday season.
A free shuttle will run from 1 to 9 p.m. between the Old Bridge Road and Route 123 commuter lot and downtown Occoquan. This year’s celebration is generously sponsored by Westminster at Lake Ridge.
“Beginning at 9 p.m. Friday, Nov. 7, Occoquan Road (Route 906) between Horner Road (Route 639) and Old Bridge Road (Route 641) will be closed to through traffic for approximately two weeks,” the Virginia Department of Transportation announced. “The closure is required to lower Occoquan Road to maintain future bridge clearance as part of the I-95 and Route 123 interchange improvements project.”
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