{"id":231825,"date":"2026-04-15T10:35:13","date_gmt":"2026-04-15T14:35:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/fairfax\/?p=231825"},"modified":"2026-04-20T19:03:36","modified_gmt":"2026-04-20T23:03:36","slug":"mothers-day-activities-northern-virginia-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/fairfax\/mothers-day-activities-northern-virginia-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"Celebrate Mother\u2019s Day in Northern Virginia: 20+ Must-See Events and Activities"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"custom_featured_image\" style=\"display:none;\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/fairfax\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2026\/04\/mothers-day-northern-virginia-800x533.png\" class=\"attachment-medium size-medium wp-post-image\" alt=\"mothers day northern virginia 2026\" style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/fairfax\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2026\/04\/mothers-day-northern-virginia-800x533.png 800w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/fairfax\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2026\/04\/mothers-day-northern-virginia-768x511.png 768w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/fairfax\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2026\/04\/mothers-day-northern-virginia-585x390.png 585w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/fairfax\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2026\/04\/mothers-day-northern-virginia-263x175.png 263w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/fairfax\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2026\/04\/mothers-day-northern-virginia.png 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/div><div id=\"custom_category\" style=\"display:none;\">celebrations <\/div><p>While Mother&#8217;s Day has traditionally been celebrated strictly for mothers, we love the modern trend of including our <a href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/fairfax\/northern-virginia-people-march-2026\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">female family members<\/a>, friends, and mentors in the celebrations. This year, Mother&#8217;s Day is Sunday, May 10th, and many Northern Virginia businesses are hosting special events to make special memories with mom or your special honoree. From chocolate sculpting to aerial silks to wine tasting and more, there&#8217;s something for every kind of mom to enjoy. <strong>Read on for more Mother&#8217;s Day celebrations in Northern Virginia.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-231835\" src=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/fairfax\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2026\/04\/mothers-day-northern-virginia.png\" alt=\"mothers day northern virginia 2026\" width=\"450\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/fairfax\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2026\/04\/mothers-day-northern-virginia.png 1000w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/fairfax\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2026\/04\/mothers-day-northern-virginia-800x533.png 800w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/fairfax\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2026\/04\/mothers-day-northern-virginia-768x511.png 768w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/fairfax\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2026\/04\/mothers-day-northern-virginia-585x390.png 585w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/fairfax\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2026\/04\/mothers-day-northern-virginia-263x175.png 263w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong><em>Editor&#8217;s note: all of these events plus more are in our <a href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/calendar\/fairfax\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">free community calendar<\/a>&nbsp; &#8211; it&#8217;s open for everyone to use and is updated with new events daily.&nbsp;<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<h2>&nbsp;<\/h2>\n<h3><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thecarlylecommunity.com\/carlyle-events\/art-show-craft-spring-fair-2026\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Alexandria Art Show &amp; Craft Spring Fair Mother\u2019s Day Celebration at John Carlyle Square Park<\/a> | 300 John Carlyle Street, Alexandria<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>April 25th, 11AM\u202f\u2013\u202f5PM<br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Celebrate Mother\u2019s Day early at this outdoor spring fair in Alexandria\u2019s John Carlyle Square, where local artists and makers showcase handmade art, jewelry, home d\u00e9cor, and one\u2011of\u2011a\u2011kind gifts. Stroll the vibrant park, discover creative treasures for Mom (or yourself), and enjoy a festive community atmosphere with food and drinks from local vendors.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/motherhood-unfiltered-building-peace-balancing-rhythm-becoming-her-tickets-1982636626521?aff=ebdssbdestsearch\">Motherhood Unfiltered: Building Peace, Balancing Rhythm, Becoming Her<\/a> | 1250 South Hayes Street, Arlington&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Saturday, April 25th, 9 AM &#8211; 2 PM<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This women-oriented event features four keynote speakers who share their stories and offer advice on motherhood, careers, and how they balanced it all. There will be a buffet brunch, a panel discussion, a Q&amp;A, and a marketplace filled with mom-owned and women-owned brands.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mindshiftgym.com\/events\">Mother&#8217;s Day Lift Your Littles Workshop<\/a> | 11501 Sunset Hills Road, Suite 100, Reston<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Saturday, May 16th, 1 PM<\/p>\n<p>This workshop is open to kids and adults, paired with their parent or mother figure.&nbsp; This beginner-friendly workshop will teach participants acro poses and basic aerial partner poses on an aerial silk apparatus.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/mothers-day-flower-workshop-tickets-1986093795005?aff=ebdssbdestsearch\">Mother&#8217;s Day Flower Workshop at Morais Vineyard<\/a> | 9249 Center Street, Manassas<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sunday, May 3rd, 1:30 PM &#8211; 3:30 PM<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This hands-on workshop is paired with a glass of wine while creating flower arrangements. The ticket includes one glass of wine while crafting, a full bottle of wine, and all materials required to create the arrangement.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/mommy-me-tea-party-tickets-1984619497341?aff=ebdssbdestsearch\">Mommy &amp; Me Tea Party at Social Soiree <\/a>| 8270 Shoppers Square, Manassas<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sunday, May 3rd, 11:30 AM &#8211; 1:30 AM<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This event is designed for moms and their children. There will be a tea service, delicious sweet treats, music, and games for the kids. There will be a photo opportunity. This event is perfect for mothers and their sons or daughters to spend time with each other.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/sip-stem-generations-in-bloom-a-mothers-day-floral-evening-tickets-1985671571122?aff=ebdssbdestsearch\">Sip &amp; Stem: Generations in Bloom: A Mother\u2019s Day Floral Evening<\/a> |&nbsp; 730 North Saint Asaph Street, Alexandria<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Thursday, May 7th, 7 PM &#8211; 8:30 PM<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This event will have wine, mocktails, and food offered while creating the ideal bouquet. Included in this step-by-step guided workshop is the arrangement in a vase for you to take home, including flower food and care instructions, an appetizer tasting, and a handcrafted mocktail or a glass of wine.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em><strong>Read more:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/fairfax\/capital-area-food-bank-nothern-virginia-va\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Hidden Network Feeding Northern Virginia: Inside the Capital Area Food Bank\u2019s Mission<\/a><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<h3><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/mothers-day-edition-tickets-1984234395491?aff=ebdssbdestsearch\">Mother\u2019s Day Edition<\/a> | 6500 Springfield Mall Town Center, Springfield<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Friday, May 8th &#8211; Sunday, May 10th<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This event will have a variety of vendors offering things like candles, jewelry, and more.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/create-with-mom-mothers-day-chocolate-sculpting-experience-tickets-1986990642500?aff=ebdssbdestsearch\">Create With Mom: Mother\u2019s Day Chocolate Sculpting Experience at The Conche Studio <\/a>| 1605 Village Market Boulevard Southeast, Leesburg<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Saturday, May 9th, 9 AM &#8211; 11 AM&nbsp;<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This workshop will have duos creating a chocolate sculpture, decorated with personalized chocolate pieces. Each group will be able to take their creation home in the provided packaging. There is no skill level to this event, and due to limited seats, advanced reservations are required.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/mothers-day-painting-party-tickets-1979682281997?aff=ebdssbdestsearch\">Mother&#8217;s Day Painting Party at Blend Coffee Bar<\/a> | 43170 Southern Walk Plaza, #120, Ashburn<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Saturday, May 9th, 12:30 PM &#8211; 2:30 PM<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Blend Coffee Bar in Ashburn is hosting this event for all ages and skill levels. This event will have a painting to celebrate Mother\u2019s Day.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/mothers-day-restore-and-reiki-tickets-1979130517655?aff=ebdssbdestsearch#location\">Mother&#8217;s Day Restore and Reiki at YogaSix Ashburn<\/a> | 44185 Ashbrook Marketplace Place. Ashburn<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Saturday, May 9th, 3:30 PM &#8211; 5 PM<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This 90-minute session with Anna Moser-Gallego will have a midday restoration, a nervous system reset, and a facial release. This event is for all levels.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/mothers-day-with-mary-kay-tickets-1982893969240?aff=ebdssbdestsearch\">Mother\u2019s Day with Mary Kay at Shipgarten<\/a> | 7581 Colshire Drive, Tysons<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Saturday, May 9th, 1 PM &#8211; 6 PM&nbsp;<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Shipgarten in Tysons will have consultants from Mary Kay for a free skin consultation. This event offers skin analysis, foundation matching, lip bar, and Mommy &amp; Me makeovers.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/hopeflowerfarm.com\/pages\/upcoming-events-1#calendar-4b46ad73-20fe-4133-914a-c63a03038c20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Mother&#8217;s Day at Hope Flower Farm<\/a> |&nbsp; 40905 Stumptown Road, Waterford<\/h3>\n<p>May 9th + May 10th, 11AM &#8211; 6PM<br \/>\nThis open-house style event will feature live music, local vendors, and of course, flowers! The event itself is free and items will be available for purchase on site.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"186\"><a href=\"https:\/\/visitmanassas.org\/event\/old-town-manassas-art-show-and-craft-spring-fair\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Old Town Manassas Art Show &amp; Spring Craft Fair &#8211; a Mother\u2019s Day Celebration at Manassas Museum Lawn<\/a> <strong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"100\">| <\/strong>9101 Prince William Street, Manassas<\/h3>\n<p>Celebrate spring and Mother\u2019s Day early at this outdoor art show and craft fair set on the scenic lawn of the Manassas Museum. Browse a wide selection of handcrafted art, jewelry, home d\u00e9cor, and unique gifts from local artisans and small businesses while enjoying a festive, family\u2011friendly atmosphere \u2014 perfect for finding something special for Mom or picking up a beautiful piece of local creativity.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em><strong>See more:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/fairfax\/little-free-art-gallery-arlington-va\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Arlington\u2019s Little Free Art Gallery is a Place for Community<\/a><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<h3><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/oatlands.org\/product\/mothers-day-tea\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Mother\u2019s Day Tea at Oatlands Historic House &amp; Gardens<\/a> | 20850 Oatlands Plantation Lane, Leesburg<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>May 10th,<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Seatings at 12:30\u202fPM\u202f&amp;\u202f2:30\u202fPM<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Guests will enjoy a traditional English\u2011style Mother\u2019s Day tea in the historic Carriage House at Oatlands, complete with classic tea sandwiches, scones with Devon cream, sweets, local preserves, and the estate\u2019s exclusive tea blend. Seating is offered in two time slots so families can choose what works best \u2014 plus gluten\u2011free and vegetarian options are available.<\/p>\n<h3><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.teawithmrsb.com\/event\/mothers-day-tea-3\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Mother\u2019s Day Tea at Tea with Mrs. B<\/a> | 136 W Jefferson Street, Falls Church<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>May 9th + 10th <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">12:30\u202fPM\u202f&amp;\u202f4:00\u202fPM (multiple sessions)<br \/>\n<\/span>Treat mom to a delightful Tea with Mrs. B experience where private tables, dainty savories, and elegant desserts set the stage for a memorable afternoon. Guests often dress in their Sunday best and enjoy tea service in the cozy, special\u2011occasion setting of this beloved Falls Church tearoom.<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.oldbusthead.com\/mothers-day-cookie-bouquet-decorating-workshop-130pm-330pm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Mother&#8217;s Day Cookie Bouquet Decorating Workshop at Old Bust Head Brewing Co<\/a>. | 7134 Farm Station Road, Vint Hill<\/h3>\n<p>Sunday May 10th, 1:30PM &#8211; 3:30PM<\/p>\n<p>Ashley from Sweet Delights by Farmstead is hosting a special Mother\u2019s Day cookie decorating class featuring the most adorable floral mason jar set. In this hands-on class, you\u2019ll decorate a beautiful bouquet-inspired cookie set complete with soft pastel florals, leafy details, and a customizable \u201cTo: Mom\u201d tag cookie.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/mothers-day-at-firefly-cellars-tickets-1985714584777?aff=ebdssbdestsearch\">Mother\u2019s Day at Firefly Cellars<\/a> | 40325 Charles Town Pike, Hamilton<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Sunday, May 10th, 11 AM<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" style=\"background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 540px; min-width: 326px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);\" data-instgrm-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DVl5ODQDuKe\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" data-instgrm-version=\"14\">\n<div style=\"padding: 16px;\">\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: row; align-items: center;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 40px; margin-right: 14px; width: 40px;\">&nbsp;<\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 100px;\">&nbsp;<\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 60px;\">&nbsp;<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 19% 0;\">&nbsp;<\/div>\n<div style=\"display: block; height: 50px; margin: 0 auto 12px; width: 50px;\">&nbsp;<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding-top: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"color: #3897f0; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: 550; line-height: 18px;\">View this post on Instagram<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 12.5% 0;\">&nbsp;<\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: row; margin-bottom: 14px; align-items: center;\">\n<div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(0px) translateY(7px);\">&nbsp;<\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; height: 12.5px; transform: rotate(-45deg) translateX(3px) translateY(1px); width: 12.5px; flex-grow: 0; margin-right: 14px; margin-left: 2px;\">&nbsp;<\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(9px) translateY(-18px);\">&nbsp;<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-left: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 20px; width: 20px;\">&nbsp;<\/div>\n<div style=\"width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid transparent; border-left: 6px solid #f4f4f4; border-bottom: 2px solid transparent; transform: translateX(16px) translateY(-4px) rotate(30deg);\">&nbsp;<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-left: auto;\">\n<div style=\"width: 0px; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-right: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(16px);\">&nbsp;<\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; flex-grow: 0; height: 12px; width: 16px; transform: translateY(-4px);\">&nbsp;<\/div>\n<div style=\"width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-left: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(-4px) translateX(8px);\">&nbsp;<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center; margin-bottom: 24px;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 224px;\">&nbsp;<\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 144px;\">&nbsp;<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px; margin-bottom: 0; margin-top: 8px; overflow: hidden; padding: 8px 0 7px; text-align: center; text-overflow: ellipsis; white-space: nowrap;\"><a style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: 17px; text-decoration: none;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DVl5ODQDuKe\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">A post shared by Firefly Cellars (@fireflycellars)<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><script async=\"\" src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script><\/p>\n<p>Sparkling wine, flowers, brunch, and live music are the focal points of this event. Each ticket includes a brunch box for 4, a bottle of sparkling wine, and a bouquet. Additional wine and mimosas will be available for purchase during brunch. There is indoor and outdoor seating.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/mothers-day-diy-perfume-bar-tickets-1985739093082?aff=ebdssbdestsearch\">Mother&#8217;s Day at the DIY Perfume Bar<\/a> | 10426 Main Street, Fairfax<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&nbsp;May 10th &#8211; 12 PM &#8211; 4 PM<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This event will allow participants to create their ideal perfume from scratch with guidance from one of their scent specialists. This is a create-and-sip event that is ideal for creating a perfume as a gift or for you.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/mothers-day-family-cookout-celebration-from-our-roots-to-our-future-tickets-1986143862759?aff=ebdssbdestsearch\">Mother\u2019s Day Family Cookout and Celebration: From Our Roots to Our Future<\/a> | 6601 Telegraph Road, Alexandria&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">May 10th, 2 PM &#8211; 9 PM<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This event is more than a cookout; they are celebrating the meaning of raising children in the diaspora and honoring heritage. The event will have a variety of family-friendly activities, entertainment including live music, and food and drink.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eldenstreettea.com\/products\/mothers-day-tea\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Mother&#8217;s Day Tea at the Elden Street Tea Shop<\/a> | 1633A Washington Plaza N, Reston<\/h3>\n<p>May 10th, 11:30AM &#8211; 1PM<br \/>\nThis is a special tea service with up to three loose-leaf teas to enjoy with your mom, aunt, grandmother, or whoever else you&#8217;re celebrating. Reservations are required.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/mindshiftgym.sites.zenplanner.com\/event.cfm?eventId=847F18D6-EE97-4708-88AD-E77373FAA219\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Lift Your Littles: Mother&#8217;s Day at Mindshift Gym<\/a> | 11501 Sunset Hills Road, Suite #100, Reston<\/h3>\n<p>May 16th, 1PM &#8211; 3PM<\/p>\n<p>This is a partner workshop for parents and their little ones. The class will start on the ground with partner exercises and acro poses and then move to basic aerial partner poses on our aerial silk apparatus.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/mosaicdistrict.com\/event\/spring-pop-up-market\/2026-05-16\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Spring Pop\u2011Up Market at Mosaic District<\/a> | 2905 District Avenue, Fairfax<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>May 16\u201317th, 11AM\u202f\u2013\u202f6\u202fPM<br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Shop local and support small businesses at this spring pop\u2011up market featuring 75+ vendors with vintage, handmade, and boutique goods ranging from jewelry and d\u00e9cor to apparel and artisan items. The lively outdoor marketplace in Mosaic District is a perfect mid\u2011May outing for gift\u2011finding, browsing creative makers, and enjoying a vibrant community setting.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Follow @thefairfaxgirl on&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/thefairfaxgirl\/\"><span class=\"s2\">Instagram <\/span><\/a>+&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/@thefairfaxgirl\"><span class=\"s2\">TikTok<\/span><\/a> for the latest Northern Virginia updates, and check out our&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/fairfax\/events\/\"><span class=\"s2\">events calendar<\/span><\/a>, which has over 100+ events weekly to peruse. 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