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Prince William's Iconic Holiday Walk of Lights is Back

Prince William County Parks and Recreation invites you to celebrate the season at the 4th Annual Holiday Walk of Lights at Neabsco Regional Park! This FREE family-friendly event kicks off on Thursday, December 4th, and features stunning hand-crafted light displays that will illuminate the park with…

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Step into a Holiday Wonderland in Historic Occoquan!

(Occoquan, VA) — Celebrate the season in charming, historic Occoquan! Our riverfront town transforms into a festive wonderland, sparkling with holiday décor that feels straight out of a Hallmark movie. Kick things off at the Annual Tree Lighting, and then explore the Holiday Artisan Market, sing…

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A Laid-Back Guide to Thanksgiving in Prince William, VA

Thanksgiving in Prince William County is the cozy combo of small-town charm and big-time hospitality: think neighborhood parades, family-friendly crafts, scenic walks to work up an appetite, and plenty of local spots ready to host the dinner crowd. Whether you’re a local planning a holiday mini-stay…

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'Tis The Season (almost) in Prince William, Virginia

November is right around the corner, which means the holiday season is officially on its way! Soon, we’ll all be finalizing our Thanksgiving menus, prepping for festive gatherings, and starting that annual hunt for the perfect gifts (and White Elephant surprises). With so many events, light…

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Taste of NoVa 2025 Comes to Prince William, Virginia

Good news for food lovers: Taste of NoVA, Northern Virginia Magazine’s signature two-day food and drink festival, is coming to NOVA LIVE in Manassas this weekend, October 11–12. The festival will bring tastings from more than 120 of Northern Virginia’s top chefs, winemakers, brewers, distillers and…

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Ghosts of Prince William

Did you know that Prince William is home to some real-life spooks? Virginia was a part of the original 13 colonies, so the history runs deep. Not to mention that two of the biggest (and bloodiest) battles of the Civil War took place in PWC, so it’s no surprise that we have some restless spirits…

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Fall Treats & Cozy Sips

Fall is a time for crisp air, crunchy leaves, and the scent of something warm and cinnamon in the air. If you didn’t know, fall in Prince William, Virginia is basically an invitation to treat yourself. Craving something full of pumpkin spice and everything nice? Or how about something full of apples…

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Sip & Celebrate: October is Virginia Wine Month

October is a month full of excitement—fall foliage, Hispanic Heritage Month, Halloween, and did you know it’s also Virginia Wine Month? While Prince William, Virginia might not have the most wineries in the state, the ones we do have are truly one of a kind. Each offers a unique experience, from…

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