Don’t Miss Out: Area Weekend Events

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By Prince William Living

On tap this weekend: First Friday in Historic Downtown Manassas, a 5K literacy run, a spring yard sale, a family fitness event, a ballet, an orchestra concert, and a Thai street festival. Don’t Miss Out!

First Friday: May

On the first Friday of the month, Historic Downtown Manassas transforms into a giant party! Bring family and friends to enjoy the charm of the City. Some restaurants and shops stay open late. Friday, May 3, 6 to 9 p.m. | Historic Downtown Manassas

Cougar Literacy Run

Manassas Park City Schools’ Cougar Literacy Run 5k and Kids Fun Run is back! This fun morning benefits the literacy programs at Manassas Park’s two elementary schools. 5K registration is now open (register here). Runners can look forward to a race t-shirt and goodie bag, awards, and raffles. The 1-Mile Kids Fun Run is a free event open to ALL MPCS students. Event participants can look forward to auctions, raffles, community vendors, and entertainment for people of all ages. Saturday, May 4, 7:59 a.m. to 12 noon | Cougar Elementary School, 9330 Brandon Street, Manassas Park

Spring Yard Sale

Buyers! This is your time to treasure hunt and give items a new life. Come on down and look for deals. Saturday, May 4, 8 a.m. to 12 noon | Manassas Park Community Center, 99 Adams Street, Manassas Park

Family Health & Fitness Day

For ages 4 to adult: May the 4th be with you! Children, along with their loved ones, can partake in a creative workout for all ages! Making exercise fun for the little ones and giving a fun experience for the entire family! RSVP here. Saturday, May 4, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.| Harbor Drive Wellness Park, 13030 Harbor Drive, Woodbridge

Manassas Symphony Orchestra Exclusive Performance

The MSO is excited to present one of the greatest jazz clarinetists of all time, the Clarinet Queen of New Orleans, Doreen Ketchens, for an exclusive performance of Dixieland favorites in her unique and inimitable style, accompanied by the full orchestra. A regular performer in the New Orleans’ French Quarter, Ms. Ketchens is known as Lady Louis, for her unique style reminiscent of Louis Armstrong. Visit ManassasSymphony.org for additional information or call the Hylton Center at 703-993-7759 to purchase tickets. Saturday, May 4, 7:30 p.m. | Hylton Performing Arts Center, 10960 George Mason Circle, Manassas

NVA Thai Street Food & Culture Festival

Enjoy authentic Thai street food! To pair with these authentic Thai street eats, there will be live music, Thai dance, crafts, and more! Free entry. Another event May 26. Sunday, May 5, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. | Manassas Museum Lawn, 9101 Prince William Street, Manassas

Northern Virginia Ballet Presents “Cinderella”

This family-friendly production of a classic fairy tale is an enchanting story of perseverance, love, hope, and courage dosed with the perfect amount of humor. The award-winning dancers of the Academy of Russian Ballet, supported by exquisite costuming and imported sets, create a magical atmosphere. Tickets: hyltoncenter.org. Sunday, May 5, 2 and 6 p.m. | Hylton Performing Arts Center, 10960 George Mason Circle, Manassas

Want to know what else is going on? Visit our Events Calendar. Have events of your own to submit? Email calendar@princewilliamliving.com.

These events are current as of the time we receive the information. While we make every attempt to be accurate, please check with the event sponsor or hosting organization prior to attending any event. Prince William Living is not responsible for event schedule changes or group policies.

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