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JUNE 19  |  6:30PM

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JUNE 27 @ 7PM

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JULY 11  |  all day

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AUGUST 4 @ 6PM

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Listings on this page are a compilation of events hosted by the Town of Occoquan and private Occoquan businesses. Visit Occoquan is not responsible or liable for the cancellation or changes to these events.

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Oil Painting Lessons Six-Week Class

Laura Jones Fine Art Gallery

125 Mill St, Occoquan, VA

Join us for oil painting class weekly at the same time and day, either Thursday evenings 6:00-7:30pm or Friday afternoons. Learn basic skills in our new studio overlooking the Occoquan River. Supplies included. Ages 16+. Sign up at lauradjonesart.com.

June 18, 2026

6:00-7:30pm

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Trivia Night in the Park

Town of Occoquan

458 Mill Street, Occoquan, VA

Get your brain buzzing and join us for a night of fun, friendly competition in River Mill Park! Test your smarts with six rounds of trivia, and you might just walk away with the $100 Grand Prize!

June 19, 2026

6:30-8:30pm

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Friday Night Flights

Leaf & Petal

204 Washington St, Occoquan, VA

Join us for Friday Night Flights! Sample a curated flight of teas for free! Ever wanted to try something new without committing to a full purchase? Stop by for our monthly tea flights, sip and mingle, and enjoy exclusive in-store deals.

June 19, 2026

4:00-6:00pm

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ART Painting Class

Laura Jones Fine Art Gallery

125 Mill St, Occoquan, VA

Paint by the water in our studio overlooking the Occoquan River with an acrylics painting class. Youth 6+ from 12:30-2:30pm and Adults 16+ from 3:30-6:30pm. New theme each week. All supplies included. No experience needed. Sign up at lauradjonesart.com.

June 20, 2026

12:30 - 6:30 PM

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"Floral Fantasy" Decoupage Workshop

Art a la Carte Gallery

310 Mill St, Occoquan, VA

Join us for a cozy, hands-on creative experience making a decoupaged tile, gluing beautiful patterned paper cutouts and adding intricate details with paint and markers. No prior experience needed, just bring your curiosity and enthusiasm to class!

June 20, 2026

6:00pm-8:00pm

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Wine Not? Wednesday

D'Rocco's Restaurant

301 Mill St, Occoquan, VA

At D'Rocco's, every Wednesday is Wine Not? Wednesday! All bottles under $50 are half off, all day. Enjoy a glass here and take the rest home with you.

June 24, 2026

All Day

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Oil Painting Lessons Six-Week Class

Laura Jones Fine Art Gallery

125 Mill St, Occoquan, VA

Join us for oil painting class weekly at the same time and day, either Thursday evenings 6:00-7:30pm or Friday afternoons. Learn basic skills in our new studio overlooking the Occoquan River. Supplies included. Ages 16+. Sign up at lauradjonesart.com.

June 25, 2026

6:00-7:30pm

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Sounds of Summer

Town of Occoquan

458 Mill Street, Occoquan, VA

Join us for an unforgettable evening at Sounds of Summer featuring the U.S. Army Band! Celebrate the spirit of community and country with patriotic kids’ crafts, classic yard games, and inspiring live music that honors our nation’s heritage. FREE admission and onsite snack stand.

June 27, 2026

7:00pm

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ART Painting Class

Laura Jones Fine Art Gallery

125 Mill St, Occoquan, VA

Paint by the water in our studio overlooking the Occoquan River with an acrylics painting class. Youth 6+ from 12:30-2:30pm and Adults 16+ from 3:30-6:30pm. New theme each week. All supplies included. No experience needed. Sign up at lauradjonesart.com.

June 27, 2026

12:30 - 6:30 PM

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Artist of the Month (July)

Artists' Undertaking Gallery

109 Mill St, Occoquan, VA

Our featured artist this month is Petra Roth. Petra adds beauty, whether it's leaf prints or geometric perforations, to useful ceramic vessels. Her mugs, bowls and spectacular colanders are truly unique.

July 1, 2026

all day

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Wine Not? Wednesday

D'Rocco's Restaurant

301 Mill St, Occoquan, VA

At D'Rocco's, every Wednesday is Wine Not? Wednesday! All bottles under $50 are half off, all day. Enjoy a glass here and take the rest home with you.

July 1, 2026

All Day

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Oil Painting Lessons Six-Week Class

Laura Jones Fine Art Gallery

125 Mill St, Occoquan, VA

Join us for oil painting class weekly at the same time and day, either Thursday evenings 6:00-7:30pm or Friday afternoons. Learn basic skills in our new studio overlooking the Occoquan River. Supplies included. Ages 16+. Sign up at lauradjonesart.com.

July 2, 2026

6:00-7:30pm

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ART Painting Class

Laura Jones Fine Art Gallery

125 Mill St, Occoquan, VA

Paint by the water in our studio overlooking the Occoquan River with an acrylics painting class. Youth 6+ from 12:30-2:30pm and Adults 16+ from 3:30-6:30pm. New theme each week. All supplies included. No experience needed. Sign up at lauradjonesart.com.

July 4, 2026

12:30 - 6:30 PM

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4th of July Brunch

D'Rocco's Restaurant

301 Mill St, Occoquan, VA

Happy Independence Day! In celebration of the anniversary of our nation, we have decked the menu in Red White & Blue. Specials include Red White & Berry Waffles and Luc Belaire Wine flights. Brunch is served until 3pm. Call 571-572-3087 to reserve.

July 4, 2026

11am-3pm

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Featured Artist: Rick Reda (July)

The Loft Gallery

313 Mill St, Occoquan, VA

July 7 - August 2, 2026. "A Study I Red". Photographer Rick Reda's exhibit, "A Study in Red" features a variety of images in which the color red occupies the focal point.

July 7, 2026

all day

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Wine Not? Wednesday

D'Rocco's Restaurant

301 Mill St, Occoquan, VA

At D'Rocco's, every Wednesday is Wine Not? Wednesday! All bottles under $50 are half off, all day. Enjoy a glass here and take the rest home with you.

July 8, 2026

All Day

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Occoquan Sidewalk Sale

Visit Occoquan

throughout town

Find big summer deals during this town-wide sidewalk sale in historic Occoquan, Virginia!​ Our small business shops, boutiques, and galleries are ready to share deals and deep discounts with you, to clear room before the holiday season begins!​​​

July 11, 2026

all day

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Meet the Artist Reception

The Loft Gallery

313 Mill St, Occoquan, VA

Meet the photographer, Rick Reda, and delight in his exhibit "A Study in Red". Light refreshments will be served.







July 11, 2026

1:00-4:00pm

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Leaves & Literacy Book Club

Leaf & Petal

204 Washington St, Occoquan, VA

Leaf & Petal has its very own book club! Leaves & Literacy is your chance to discover and discuss new books, sip delicious tea, and receive an exclusive handmade item. Space is limited, so advance registration and book box purchase are required.

July 14, 2026

6:00-8:00pm

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Wine Not? Wednesday

D'Rocco's Restaurant

301 Mill St, Occoquan, VA

At D'Rocco's, every Wednesday is Wine Not? Wednesday! All bottles under $50 are half off, all day. Enjoy a glass here and take the rest home with you.

July 15, 2026

All Day

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Trivia Night in the Park

Town of Occoquan

458 Mill Street, Occoquan, VA

Get your brain buzzing and join us for a night of fun, friendly competition in River Mill Park! Test your smarts with six rounds of trivia, and you might just walk away with the $100 Grand Prize!

July 17, 2026

6:30-8:30pm

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Wine Not? Wednesday

D'Rocco's Restaurant

301 Mill St, Occoquan, VA

At D'Rocco's, every Wednesday is Wine Not? Wednesday! All bottles under $50 are half off, all day. Enjoy a glass here and take the rest home with you.

July 22, 2026

All Day

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Friday Night Flights

Leaf & Petal

204 Washington St, Occoquan, VA

Join us for Friday Night Flights! Sample a curated flight of teas for free! Ever wanted to try something new without committing to a full purchase? Stop by for our monthly tea flights, sip and mingle, and enjoy exclusive in-store deals.

July 24, 2026

4:00-6:00pm

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Wine Not? Wednesday

D'Rocco's Restaurant

301 Mill St, Occoquan, VA

At D'Rocco's, every Wednesday is Wine Not? Wednesday! All bottles under $50 are half off, all day. Enjoy a glass here and take the rest home with you.

July 29, 2026

All Day

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Artist of the Month (August)

Artists' Undertaking Gallery

109 Mill St, Occoquan, VA

Our featured artist this month is Kay Carlson. Kay creates her art using flowers of every color. After drying and pressing the flowers, she creates beautiful images using colors that you can't imagine from the floral spectrum.

August 1, 2026

all day

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National Night Out

Town of Occoquan

Parking Lot A, Occoquan, VA

Save the date! Join us under the Rt. 123 Bridge for FREE activities for the whole family, sponsored by the Town of Occoquan Police Department.​​

August 4, 2026

TBD

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Featured Artist: Maggie Hillen (August)

The Loft Gallery

313 Mill St, Occoquan, VA

August 4 - September 6, 2026. Come and see my beautiful oil paintings. Works of all sizes, some small enough to fit in a travel bag! Take a butterfly painting home with you.

August 4, 2026

all day

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Wine Not? Wednesday

D'Rocco's Restaurant

301 Mill St, Occoquan, VA

At D'Rocco's, every Wednesday is Wine Not? Wednesday! All bottles under $50 are half off, all day. Enjoy a glass here and take the rest home with you.

August 5, 2026

All Day

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Meet the Artist Reception

The Loft Gallery

313 Mill St, Occoquan, VA

Come meet Maggie Hillen and enjoy her beautiful oil paintings which come in many sizes. Light refreshments will be served.

August 8, 2026

1:00 - 4:00pm

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Swords, Brooms & Magical Beasts

Swords, Brooms & Magical Beasts

throughout Occoquan, VA

Join us for ONE magical Day in Occoquan as 25+ in-town business come together and turn the town into a Magical realm. A full day scheduled of activities, workshops, art demos and more. Dress up recommended but not required. FREE to attend.

August 9, 2026

all day

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Leaves & Literacy Book Club

Leaf & Petal

204 Washington St, Occoquan, VA

Leaf & Petal has its very own book club! Leaves & Literacy is your chance to discover and discuss new books, sip delicious tea, and receive an exclusive handmade item. Space is limited, so advance registration and book box purchase are required.

August 11, 2026

6:00-8:00pm

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Wine Not? Wednesday

D'Rocco's Restaurant

301 Mill St, Occoquan, VA

At D'Rocco's, every Wednesday is Wine Not? Wednesday! All bottles under $50 are half off, all day. Enjoy a glass here and take the rest home with you.

August 12, 2026

All Day

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Wine Not? Wednesday

D'Rocco's Restaurant

301 Mill St, Occoquan, VA

At D'Rocco's, every Wednesday is Wine Not? Wednesday! All bottles under $50 are half off, all day. Enjoy a glass here and take the rest home with you.

August 19, 2026

All Day

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Friday Night Flights

Leaf & Petal

204 Washington St, Occoquan, VA

Join us for Friday Night Flights! Sample a curated flight of teas for free! Ever wanted to try something new without committing to a full purchase? Stop by for our monthly tea flights, sip and mingle, and enjoy exclusive in-store deals.

August 21, 2026

4:00-6:00pm

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Trivia Night in the Park

Town of Occoquan

458 Mill Street, Occoquan, VA

Get your brain buzzing and join us for a night of fun, friendly competition in River Mill Park! Test your smarts with six rounds of trivia, and you might just walk away with the $100 Grand Prize!

August 21, 2026

6:30-8:30pm

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Wine Not? Wednesday

D'Rocco's Restaurant

301 Mill St, Occoquan, VA

At D'Rocco's, every Wednesday is Wine Not? Wednesday! All bottles under $50 are half off, all day. Enjoy a glass here and take the rest home with you.

August 26, 2026

All Day

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Pirates come to Madigan's Waterfront!

Madigan's Waterfront

301 Mill St, Occoquan, VA

Ahoy Mateys! Come out for an arrrrighty time with Sage O'Silver, fiddler pirate extraordinaire! Day starts with a yummy kid friendly breakfast buffet followed by the show. Come as your favorite pirate as you enjoy a treasure filled day!

August 30, 2026

11 am

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Artist of the Month (September)

Artists' Undertaking Gallery

109 Mill St, Occoquan, VA

Our featured artist this month is Anne Jordan. A copper artist who wants the viewer to wonder how each piece was made, how does the rigid copper look so fluid and natural, whether she starts with copper pipe or a sheet of copper.

September 1, 2026

all day

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Featured Artist: Lynn Martin (September)

The Loft Gallery

313 Mill St, Occoquan, VA

September 7 - October 4, 2026. “Talk to Me.” Art tells stories. Come explore how Lynn's paintings relate to you, your experiences, and memories.

September 1, 2026

all day

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Wine Not? Wednesday

D'Rocco's Restaurant

301 Mill St, Occoquan, VA

At D'Rocco's, every Wednesday is Wine Not? Wednesday! All bottles under $50 are half off, all day. Enjoy a glass here and take the rest home with you.

September 2, 2026

All Day

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Wine Not? Wednesday

D'Rocco's Restaurant

301 Mill St, Occoquan, VA

At D'Rocco's, every Wednesday is Wine Not? Wednesday! All bottles under $50 are half off, all day. Enjoy a glass here and take the rest home with you.

September 9, 2026

All Day

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Trivia Night in the Park

Town of Occoquan

458 Mill Street, Occoquan, VA

Get your brain buzzing and join us for a night of fun, friendly competition in River Mill Park! Test your smarts with six rounds of trivia, and you might just walk away with the $100 Grand Prize!

September 11, 2026

6:30-8:30pm

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ArtWalk

Art a la Carte Gallery

310 Mill St, Occoquan, VA

Have fun getting to know Occoquan’s dynamic art galleries and artists! Art a la Carte Gallery, Artists’ Undertaking, Laura Jones Fine Art Gallery, Local Colour, and The Loft Gallery will have art demos, studio tours, games, prizes, and refreshments!

September 12, 2026

11am-6pm

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“Talk to Me” - Meet the Artist Reception

The Loft Gallery

313 Mill St, Occoquan, VA

Explore the paintings by Lynn Martin. Discuss the inspirations that shape this collection and the stories you find in them. Light refreshments served.

September 12, 2026

1-4 pm

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Wine Not? Wednesday

D'Rocco's Restaurant

301 Mill St, Occoquan, VA

At D'Rocco's, every Wednesday is Wine Not? Wednesday! All bottles under $50 are half off, all day. Enjoy a glass here and take the rest home with you.

September 16, 2026

All Day

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Wine Not? Wednesday

D'Rocco's Restaurant

301 Mill St, Occoquan, VA

At D'Rocco's, every Wednesday is Wine Not? Wednesday! All bottles under $50 are half off, all day. Enjoy a glass here and take the rest home with you.

September 23, 2026

All Day

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Fall Arts & Crafts Show

Town of Occoquan

throughout Occoquan, VA

September 26-27. It's a maker, creator, and shopper paradise! Explore the work of hundreds of talented artisans from across the region, with everything from fine art to beautiful woodworking on display. Dive into live demonstrations, meet the creators behind the work, and discover the stories that make each piece special. Families will love Imagination Alley, a lively spot filled with arts, crafts, and exciting performances. Plus, don’t miss River Mill Park for great food, drinks, and live music with unbeatable river views—a perfect spot to relax and enjoy the weekend!

September 26, 2026

10:00am-5:00pm

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Fall Arts & Crafts Show

Town of Occoquan

throughout Occoquan, VA

September 26-27. It's a maker, creator, and shopper paradise! Explore the work of hundreds of talented artisans from across the region, with everything from fine art to beautiful woodworking on display. Dive into live demonstrations, meet the creators behind the work, and discover the stories that make each piece special. Families will love Imagination Alley, a lively spot filled with arts, crafts, and exciting performances. Plus, don’t miss River Mill Park for great food, drinks, and live music with unbeatable river views—a perfect spot to relax and enjoy the weekend!

September 27, 2026

10:00am-5:00pm

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Wine Not? Wednesday

D'Rocco's Restaurant

301 Mill St, Occoquan, VA

At D'Rocco's, every Wednesday is Wine Not? Wednesday! All bottles under $50 are half off, all day. Enjoy a glass here and take the rest home with you.

September 30, 2026

All Day

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Artist of the Month (October)

Artists' Undertaking Gallery

109 Mill St, Occoquan, VA

Our featured artist this month is Suzanne Arden. Suzanne is a glass artist who spent a career in graphic design and documentary films. Her fused glasswork captures both abstract and natural designs.

October 1, 2026

all day

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Trivia Night in the Park

Town of Occoquan

458 Mill Street, Occoquan, VA

Get your brain buzzing and join us for a night of fun, friendly competition in River Mill Park! Test your smarts with six rounds of trivia, and you might just walk away with the $100 Grand Prize!

October 9, 2026

6:30-8:30pm

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Auxiliary Fall Yard Sale

VFW Auxiliary Post 7916

204 Mill St, Occoquan, VA

This is a perfect opportunity to shop local, connect with neighbors, and support the mission of the Post 7916 Auxiliary. Proceeds help fund community programs, veteran support, and local outreach efforts.

October 24, 2026

9:00am-3:00pm

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Artist of the Month (November)

Artists' Undertaking Gallery

109 Mill St, Occoquan, VA

Our featured artist this month is Nancy Ennis. Nancy is a silversmith who makes beautiful jewelry, after teaching English for 42 years. Her intricate work using copper, silver and gold is mesmerizingly beautiful.

November 1, 2026

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Artist of the Month (December)

Artists' Undertaking Gallery

109 Mill St, Occoquan, VA

Our featured artist this month is Gloria Zamora. A self-taught Mexican-American artist who uses light and focus to give her work a realistic depth of field. She often captures birds and nature in her rich paintings.

December 1, 2026

all day

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Vision Board Workshop W/Lori Welch-Brown

The Loft Gallery

313 Mill St, Occoquan, VA

Gather images, words, and ideas to design a personal vision board for creative growth, career goals, wellness, or new adventures. No experience needed; Bring 3-4 magazines for cutting and sharing.16 yrs+; $35 Register: loriwbrown@icloud.com

January 10, 2027

9:30am-12:00pm

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