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Courtney Williams
Wrap it Up!
An Occoquan Guide to Trending Gifts This season, finding the perfect gift is as simple as heading to your favorite small town. From ferns...


Sarah Hitchcock Burzio
A Kids Guide to Occoquan!
125 MILL STREET Start your day with a healthy dose of creativity, while decorating your own pottery at Paint Your Heart Out . While...


Sarah Hitchcock Burzio
Top 10 Ways to Spend Summer in Occoquan!
1. Wine & Dine Outside Relax and enjoy a bite to eat at one of the many restaurants with outdoor dining service. Bar J Chili Parlor,...


Courtney Williams
Tiny Town, Big Community
Occoquan is a lot of things to a lot of people. To some, it’s that town that their GPS can't seem to pronounce QUITE correctly (it’s...

Courtney Williams
Off the Beaten Path
You may be familiar with the shops and restaurants right on Mill Street, but have you explored what's just beyond the center of town?...


Visit Occoquan
Make a Weekend of It
Occoquan is frequently hailed as a perfect day trip for folks wanting the escape the city or relax as they stroll through a charming...

Visit Occoquan
New to Occoquan in 2023
We are excited to see these small businesses take root in Occoquan during this past year. If you haven't had a chance to check them out...

Sarah Hitchcock Burzio
Last Minute Occoquan Gift Guide
We're in the final stretches of holiday shopping. Skip the big-box stores and head to historic Occoquan where you'll find tons of small...

Robert Currer
Architecture of Occoquan
Modern Occoquan traces its roots all the way back to 1734 with the establishment of a tobacco warehouse on the Occoquan River’s south...


Courtney Williams
Hold My Beer
Tis the season for blankets, bonfires, and (one of our favorites) brews! If your day or evening calls for a beer, “hop” on over to one of...

Robert Currer
Shhh...4 Hidden Spots to Visit in Occoquan
Occoquan itself is an open secret in NoVa. It might look like a sleepy strip of historic houses, but Occoquan is a town full of hidden gems.


Courtney Williams
It's a Date!
Is there anything more romantic than a summer evening spent in a picturesque small town, walking hand-in-hand with the one you love (or...

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Mural Winner Announced!
Congratulations to Alethea Marie Robinson, whose submission was selected as the mural to be commissioned for the wall at the Route 123...


Robert Currer
A Beginner’s Guide to Crystal Healing
Crystals have been prized for their healing properties since before written history. Today, crystal healing is undergoing a revival in...

Sarah Hitchcock Burzio
Why We're Drawn to Occoquan
Occoquan has an active and vibrant art scene. When strolling down Mill Street, there are ample opportunities to browse, admire, and...


Sarah Hitchcock Burzio
9 Things to Do This Summer in Occoquan
There is plenty to do in Occoquan this summer! Explore why people call Occoquan one of their favorite small towns in Virginia. From water...


Visit Occoquan
2023 Stay & Play Packages!
Spend the weekend with us! The fall is the perfect time to visit Occoquan, VA and Prince William County is made for exploring! Become a...


Robert Currer
The Dog Days of Summer
The weather is warming, and the leaden skies of winter are departing. That means it's time to get out and enjoy the fresh air. And...


Robert Currer
Sweets & Treats
No matter the season, Occoquan has some of the best treats around. Don’t miss these hometown favorites! POTOMAC CHOCOLATE Sometimes only...

Robert Currer
Occoquan is for the Birds
Visitors to Historic Occoquan love to walk along the river. The lazy curve of it and the luscious banks are innately calming in a way...
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