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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.
The Arts
The Manassas Chorale presents “Silver Salute (to the Red White and Blue)” Spring Concert. Join the Chorale and the Greater Manassas Children’s Choir as they honor our veterans and service members with this patriotic performance! Tickets: hyltoncenter.org. Friday, May 31, 7:30 p. m. | Hylton Performing Arts Center, 10960 George Mason Circle, Manassas
Food & Drink
Join Effingham Manor for “Asado,” a long-standing tradition in Argentina known for its love of beef and wine! Catered by Pampas Fox Catering, the menu will include different cuts of meat, chicken and Argentine chorizo along with the must-have traditional sauces, grilled vegetables, sides and salads followed by a vast variety of homemade traditional desserts. Reservations required (703-594-2300). Effingham Manor is an adult-only winery. Saturday, June 1, 5:00-8:00 p. m. | Effingham Manor Winery, 14235 Trotters Ridge Lane, Nokesville
Dancing
It’s a Night of Salsa, organized by the Northern Virginia Veterans Association! All veterans, active-duty military, their families and friends are invited to participate in beginner and intermediate dance lessons! This event is $20 at the door and will go toward helping us help our veterans. Saturday, June 1, 8:00-11:00 p. m. | The Electric Palm, 12745 Sea Ray Lane, Woodbridge
Outdoor Events
The Spring Occoquan Arts and Crafts Show will be held rain or shine this weekend in downtown historic Occoquan. A 50-year tradition, this award-winning outdoor street festival features hundreds of artisans and crafters from all over the region and U.S., delicious food, fun interactive activities for the kids, and a beer garden and band in the park! Saturday, June 1, 10:00 a. m.-6:00 p. m.; Sunday, June 2, 10:00 a. m.-5:00 p. m. | Historic Occoquan
It’s the 25th Annual Manassas Heritage Railway Festival! This family celebration of rich railroad history features excursion train rides, model train displays, train memorabilia, specialty vendors, and live performances. The festival is free to attend; fees apply to train excursions. Take your love of trains to a new level by boarding one of four train excursions to Clifton and back. Saturday, June 1, 10:00 a. m.-3:00 p. m., Historic Downtown Manassas
You’ll have the opportunity to celebrate the opening of the Neabsco Creek Boardwalk on Saturday. The county’s newest regional park, Neabsco Regional Park, will be christened at the grand opening. The park encompasses the boardwalk, Rippon Lodge Historic Site, Rippon Landing Park, and the Julie J. Metz Wetlands. Following from the ribbon cutting ceremony at 10:00 a. m., fun family events including live entertainment, raptor demonstrations, guided tours focusing on the natural habitat and history of the area, and food trucks. Saturday, June 1, 10:00 a. m.-4:00 p. m. | Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail Neabsco Creek Boardwalk, 15125 Blackburn Road, Woodbridge
Join Sinistral Brewing Company for a Pig Roast hosted in conjunction with Swill & Swine BBQ. The whole pig will be cooked on site and be ready by 2:00 p. m. $15 per plate in advance and $20 per plate the day of the event. Platter includes one pulled pork sandwich, cole slaw, baked beans, potato salad and homemade bbq sauces. Live music all day! Saturday, June 1, 2:00-6:00 p. m. | Sinistral Brewing Company, 9419 Main Street, Manassas
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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.
