By Emma RoyseBy Emma Royse|October 17, 2024|Feature, Events, Guide, Guides,
From new sips to gorgeous views, these fall activities are not-to-be-missed.
Check Out the Local Artists at Art All Night in September On Sept. 27 and 28, explore local painting, photography, sculpture, crafts, fashion, music and more at the Art All Night. Hosted by Mayor Muriel Bowser, the festival takes place in all eight wards in 20 different neighborhoods. 441 4th St. NW #850,Dcartallnight.org Check Out Local Cideries Who doesn’t love a good cider? DC has plenty to choose from. Some of our top favorites for that crisp sip include Anxo Cider and Lost Boy Cider. washington.org
Georgetown Fall Market Get ready to shop until you drop at this year’s Georgetown Fall Market. On Oct. 19 and 20, visitors can enjoy a wide variety of food and retail vendors, as well as autumnal activities sponsored by Martin’s Tavern. Wisconsin Ave. NW, N St.- R St.,georgetownmainstreet.com
Hike Through the Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park With more than 184.5 miles of greenery, trails and water, the canal has operated for nearly 200 years. Our recommendation? Check out the Billy Goat Trail for views of the Great Falls and eight miles of hiking. Nps.gov Kayak or Canoe the Potomac Perfect for viewing the changing foliage and enjoying the crisp weather, renting a kayak or canoe makes for a great activity this season. Also viewed from the river: the Georgetown Waterfront, Roosevelt Island and more of DC’s monuments. Boatingindc.com Mount Vernon Fall Wine Festival and Sunset Tour Travel back in time from Oct. 4 to 6 as you settle into George Washington’s favorite seat: Mount Vernon estate. Attendees with VIP tickets can relax on the east lawn while sipping wines from Virginia’s most famous wineries. 3200 Mount Vernon Memorial Highway Mount Vernon, Va., Mountvernon.org Stroll the Grounds of the National Arboretum Founded in 1972, the National Arboretum is home to abundant flora and fauna. Stop into the National Bonsai and Penjing Museum to view a variety of bonsai before heading to the Friendship Garden that surrounds the Arbor House. The living tree and plant museums are also worthy of a visit. 3501 New York Ave.,Usna.usda.gov