With fall right around the corner, it’s never too early to get a head start on the festivities. This September, enjoy a month full of everything from fall festivals and concerts to big-name celebrities and new museum exhibits.
September 2 & 3
John Legend
The R&B and soul singer, songwriter, and pianist celebrates the 20th anniversary of his Grammy Award–winning album Get Lifted with a mix of deep cuts and popular hits. Wolf Trap: 1551 Trap Rd., Vienna, starting at $68.50
September 6
U.S. Asian Fest
Stop by this festival for cultural performances, cosplay contests, a silent disco, a karaoke stage, and six main-stage performances. Plus, enjoy more than 100 food vendors from a wide range of cultures. Dulles Town Center: 21100 Dulles Town Cir., Sterling, 2 for $25, free for kids 12 and under
September 6 & 7
Cynthia Erivo with National Symphony Orchestra
Accompanied by the National Symphony Orchestra, the Academy Award–nominated star of the hit movie Wicked lends her soaring vocals to Broadway standards. Wolf Trap: 1551 Trap Rd., Vienna, starting at $77
September 13
Old Town Manassas Art Show & Craft Fall Fair
Get a head start on your holiday shopping at this event, which features more than 60 artisans, crafters, and small businesses. Manassas Museum Lawn: 9101 Prince William St., Manassas, free
September 13 & 14
23rd Annual Alexandria Art Festival
This juried festival showcases life-size sculpture, paintings, jewelry, pottery, and textiles by artists from all over the country. 300 John Carlyle St., Alexandria, free
September 16 & 17
Hozier
Irish singer-songwriter Hozier brings his North American Unreal Unearth Tour to NoVA. Jiffy Lube Live: 7800 Cellar Door Dr., Bristow, starting at $61.90
September 19–21
The Addams Family
In this musical comedy, Wednesday Addams, the princess of darkness, falls in love with a sweet man from a normal family. But everything changes when the whole Addams family hosts a dinner for Wednesday’s boyfriend and his parents. Capital One Hall: 7750 Capital One Tower Rd., Tysons, starting at $72
September 20
Conan Gray
The American singer, songwriter, and YouTube star known for songs like “Heather,” “Memories,” and “Maniac” performs his Wishbone Pajama Show. EagleBank Arena: 4500 Patriot Cir., Fairfax, starting at $113.90
September 20
Taste of Annandale
Take your taste buds to this family-friendly festival, which will feature live entertainment, cultural cuisines, local breweries, and a chili cookoff. It also includes a 5K run, a petting zoo, a pet contest, activities for children and teens, and a collection of local vendor booths. Eileen Garnett Civic Space: 7200 Columbia Pike, Annandale, free
September 21–January 11, 2026
Photography and the Black Arts Movement, 1955–1985
This exhibit covers 30 years of history and culture. United around the Civil Rights and Freedom movements, it includes visual artists, poets, playwrights, musicians, photographers, and filmmakers expressing hope and dignity through their art. National Gallery of Art: Sixth Street and Constitution Avenue NW, Washington, DC, free
September 26–28
All Things Go Music Festival
This three-day festival includes more than 40 artists, including headliners Noah Kahan, Lucy Dacus, Clairo, Doechii, and Kesha. Merriweather Post Pavilion: 10475 Little Patuxent Pkwy., Columbia, Maryland, allthings
gofestival.com, one-day passes starting at $178.65
September 27 & 28
Occoquan Fall Arts & Crafts Show
More than 300 vendors will line the streets of historic Occoquan selling handmade artisan goods such as fine art and woodworking. Downtown Occoquan, free
September 28
International Food and Culture Festival
This event will explore a variety of dishes from different cultures and include live music and dance performances. 9201 Prince William St., Manassas, free
September 30
Natasha Bedingfield
A singer, songwriter, and record producer known for hits like “Unwritten,” “These Words,” and “Pocketful of Sunshine,” Bedingfield will take the stage at the 9:30 Club. 9:30 Club: 815 V St. NW, Washington, DC, starting at $46.30
Feature image courtesy Capital One Hall
This story originally ran in our September issue. For more stories like this, subscribe to Northern Virginia Magazine.
