Loudoun Loop is the 5 best things to do in Loudoun this weekend, sent every Thursday morning.
Friday starts with a small rain chance, downtown Leesburg hours, and two strong music options. Saturday and Sunday turn cooler, sunny, and dry, which suits a self-guided art route, a vineyard race, and an evening bonfire.
Important correction: The Northern Virginia Christmas Market at Dulles Town Center was canceled Wednesday because the new venue did not have the required permits. Do not rely on older calendar listings for that event.
Weather note: Last checked Thursday, November 5. The National Weather Service expects a slight chance of showers Friday morning with a high near 68 degrees, then mostly sunny Saturday near 61 and sunny Sunday near 62.
Top Picks
Leesburg First Friday at Loudoun Museum
When: Friday, November 6 from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Where: Loudoun Museum, 16 Loudoun Street SW, Leesburg
Use the museum as a practical starting point for downtown First Friday. It stays open late with free admission, current exhibits, and a new self-guided brochure covering four downtown cemeteries and the people connected to Loudoun's Revolutionary-era history.
Good to know: No ticket or RSVP is required, and all ages are welcome. The cemetery route is self-guided, so daylight is better if that is your main reason for going.
Gaelic Storm with JigJam
When: Friday, November 6; doors open at 7:00 PM
Where: Tally Ho Theater, 19 West Market Street, Leesburg
Gaelic Storm brings the fast, crowd-friendly Celtic sound that made the band a long-running live draw, with Irish bluegrass group JigJam opening. This is the clearest adults-first Friday plan and it pairs easily with dinner or First Friday downtown.
Good to know: Tickets are required. Check current availability and pricing before building the night around it.
Purcellville Artisan Tour
When: Saturday, November 7 and Sunday, November 8 from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Where: Nine studios, farms, and creative stops around Purcellville
More than 20 local artists open nine stops for pottery, jewelry, textiles, photography, painting, sculpture, lavender goods, and studio demonstrations. Use the official map to choose three or four nearby stops instead of trying to complete the whole route.
Good to know: The tour is self-guided. Some stops are private studios or working farms, so check the map and individual stop notes before leaving.
Pig Out Race and Marketplace
When: Saturday, November 7; 5K at 8:00 AM and one-mile Piggy Parade at 9:30 AM
Where: Breaux Vineyards, Purcellville
Choose the timed 5K or the family-friendly one-mile walk, then stay for food, wine, music, vendors, and the finish-line celebration. The event benefits Loudoun Hunger Relief and works for families or groups who want an active morning.
Good to know: Current registration is $45 for the 5K and $20 for the one-mile event. Registration is required for the races.
Guy Fawkes Bonfire Night
When: Saturday, November 7 from 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Where: Loco Lion Brewery and Winery, Purcellville
A large outdoor bonfire, hot food, and local beer make this the low-planning Saturday night option. Bring chairs, arrive before the fire draws the largest crowd, and treat it as a relaxed outdoor evening rather than a tightly scheduled show.
Good to know: Admission is free and the event is family-friendly. Bring a warm layer and check the venue for any fire or weather update.
Three More Worth Knowing
Model Railroad Extravaganza
When: Friday, November 6 through Sunday, November 8 from 9:30 AM to 3:00 PM
Where: Purcellville Library, 220 East Main Street, Purcellville
Northern Virginia NTRAK fills the storytime area with connected N-scale layouts and running passenger and freight trains. It is free, indoors, and easy to combine with the Artisan Tour.
Luminary Walk
When: Saturday, November 7 from 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM
Where: Hal and Berni Hanson Regional Park, 22831 Hanson Park Drive, Aldie
Take a free, self-paced walk around the pond as lanterns and short stops explain how light is used in traditions around the world. Sunset comes just before 5:00 PM.
Loudoun Symphony Youth Orchestra Fall Concert
When: Sunday, November 8 at 4:00 PM
Where: Stone Bridge High School, 43100 Hay Road, Ashburn
Four student ensembles perform Brahms, Wagner, and Turina in a concert running without a formal intermission.
Good to know: Advance tickets are required, seating is general admission, and tickets will not be sold at the door.
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