By Prince William Living
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It’s Wednesday and we’re Over the Hump! That means we’re looking forward to weekend events in Prince William and Manassas!
Outdoor Fun
The second Annual Safety Community Day event will be held on Saturday, and safety information will be provided to the community. There will also be a chance to shop with many vendors, win some amazing raffles, and listen to live entertainment. The Sheriff’s Department will give out free child safety IDs. Local elected officials will also be there. Saturday, Sept. 28, 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. | Gar-Field High School Parking Lot, 14000 Smoketown Road, Woodbridge
Sentara Community Day was created to help engage members of the community. It will be a free, fun, family-friendly health event open to the public. There will be face painters, a balloon artist, puppet show, mom & baby comfort station, free health screenings, DJ, food trucks, activities and games to keep everyone entertained. Entrance and all activities are free. The only item folks will have to pay for is food or snacks from the food truck vendors. Rain date Sept. 29. Saturday, Sept. 28, 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. | Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center, Surgical Services Parking Lot, 2300 Opitz Boulevard, Woodbridge
The Occoquan Arts & Crafts Fair is this weekend. Now in its 50th year, this famous festival in the streets of Occoquan features hundreds of vendors with arts and crafts, live entertainment, and plenty of delicious food and fun for the whole family. Don’t miss the beer garden and live music in River Mill Park! Saturday, Sept. 28 and Sunday, Sept. 29, 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. both days | Historic Occoquan
The 5th Annual Brentsville Day is Saturday! Come experience this nearly 200-year-old social and political center of Prince William County and enjoy the festivities. There will be music, food, antiques, hayrides, and more! Saturday, Sept. 28, 10:00 a.n. to 4:00 p.m. | Brentsville Courthouse Historic Centre, 12229 Bristow Road, Bristow
Ever wonder who lives in your wetlands? Come discover the residents of the Neabsco Creek Boardwalk aquatic ecosystems as you dip your nets over the edge. Fish, shrimp, crayfish, tadpoles are just a few of the aquatic inhabitants we hope to investigate. Nets will be provided for use during the class. Additional Information and Registration. $9.00 per person. Sunday, Sept. 29, 4:00 to 5:30 p.m. | Neabsco Regional Park, 15125 Blackburn Road, Woodbridge
The Arts
Prince William Little Theatre (PWLT) is celebrating 35 years of providing quality local community theatre and they’re hosting a celebration at the Harris Pavilion. Come see great performances and interactive exhibits featuring unique theater props, technical equipment, and even a meet-and-greet with Tucker the service dog, the scene stealing canine from PWLT’s production of Annie from this summer. This event is free and family friendly! Saturday, Sept. 28, 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. | Harris Pavilion, 9201 Center Street, Manassas
Your Pets
Trinity Episcopal Church in Manassas invites the community to bring their pets for a blessing at the annual Blessing of the Animals. Pets should be on a leash or crated. You may also bring a photo of your pet for blessing. Sunday, Sept. 29, 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. | Trinity Episcopal Church, 9325 West Street, Manassas
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Want to know what else is going on this weekend? Visit our Events Calendar. Have events of your own to submit? Visit princewilliamliving.com/events/community/add.
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.
