
Upcoming events
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.
Artist of the Month (January)
January 1, 2026
11:00 am - 5:00 pm
Artists' Undertaking Gallery
309 Mill St, Occoquan Historic District, VA 22125, USA
Our featured artist this month is Shaoping Zeng. Shaoping has spent a career teaching his drawing and painting skills to others. His oil paintings capture beautiful landscapes around the world.
Oil Painting Lessons Six-Week Class
January 8, 2026
6:00-7:30pm
Laura Jones Fine Art Gallery
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.
ART Painting Class
January 10, 2026
12:30 - 6:30 PM
Laura Jones Fine Art Gallery
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.
Vision Boards with Lori Welch-Brown
January 10, 2026
9:30 am -12:00 pm
The Loft Gallery
313 Mill Street, 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
Meet the Artist of the Month
January 11, 2026
11:00 am - 5:00 pm
Artists' Undertaking Gallery
309 Mill St, Occoquan Historic District, VA 22125, USA
Meet Shaoping Zeng, the Artist of the Month for January 2026 at the Artists' Undertaking Gallery.
Leaves & Literacy Book Club
January 13, 2026
6:00-8:00pm
Leaf & Petal
204 Washington Street, Occoquan Historic District, VA, USA
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.
Oil Painting Lessons Six-Week Class
January 15, 2026
6:00-7:30pm
Laura Jones Fine Art Gallery
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.
ART Painting Class
January 17, 2026
12:30 - 6:30 PM
Laura Jones Fine Art Gallery
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.
Oil Painting Lessons Six-Week Class
January 22, 2026
6:00-7:30pm
Laura Jones Fine Art Gallery
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.
Friday Night Flights
January 23, 2026
4:00-6:00pm
Leaf & Petal
204 Washington Street, Occoquan Historic District, VA, USA
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.
Studio Sale & Destash!
January 24, 2026
9:00am-1:00pm
Hitchcock Paper Co.
In preparation for moving our studio & office space to another location (don't worry - the shop isn't going anywhere!), it's time to destash and declutter 5 years of craft supply hoarding. Join us for HUGE deals on paper, crafting, and office supplies at our studio at 305 Mill Street, Occoquan, VA (upstairs). One day only & in person only. Cash, card & mobile pay accepted.
ART Painting Class
January 24, 2026
12:30 - 6:30 PM
Laura Jones Fine Art Gallery
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.
Pirates and Tinkerbell come to Occoquan
January 25, 2026
11:00 am
Madigan's Waterfront
201 Mill St, Occoquan Historic District, VA 22125, USA
Join us Sunday January 25th at 11:00AM for a swashbuckling good time with the Madigan's Pirates and Tinkerbell! You and your child will get to enjoy a delicious brunch, craft time, interactive games and role playing, dancing and photo opportunities!
Oil Painting Lessons Six-Week Class
January 29, 2026
6:00-7:30pm
Laura Jones Fine Art Gallery
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.
ART Painting Class
January 31, 2026
12:30 - 6:30 PM
Laura Jones Fine Art Gallery
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.
Artist of the Month (February)
February 1, 2026
11:00 am - 5:00 pm
Artists' Undertaking Gallery
309 Mill St, Occoquan Historic District, VA 22125, USA
Our featured artist this month is Bob Friedenberg. Bob's pen & ink drawings feature nature, animals, and many other subjects. Observers are fascinated as they discover the hidden equations from his nuclear physics dissertation in each piece.
Meet the Artist of the Month
February 10, 2026
11:00 am - 5:00 pm
Artists' Undertaking Gallery
309 Mill St, Occoquan Historic District, VA 22125, USA
Meet Bob Friedenberg, the Artist of the Month for February 2026 at the Artists' Undertaking Gallery.
Leaves & Literacy Book Club
February 10, 2026
6:00-8:00pm
Leaf & Petal
204 Washington Street, Occoquan Historic District, VA, USA
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.
For the Love of Art & Chocolate
February 14, 2026
11am-6pm
Art a la Carte Gallery
310 Mill Street, Occoquan, Virginia
Beat the winter doldrums and come celebrate this special day with us! Enjoy artist demos, fine chocolates and treats, hot cocoa, and the inspiring artwork of 29 local artists. We can help you find the perfect gift for that special someone!
Friday Night Flights
February 20, 2026
4:00-6:00pm
Leaf & Petal
204 Washington Street, Occoquan Historic District, VA, USA
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.
Princess Brunch with Tiana and Friends
February 22, 2026
11:00 am
Madigan's Waterfront
201 Mill St, Occoquan Historic District, VA 22125, USA
Join us Sunday, February 22nd at 11:00AM for this magical brunch and show with Tiana and her friends!
You and your child will get to enjoy a delicious brunch, live performances, craft time, interactive games, dancing and photo opportunities!
Artist of the Month (March)
March 1, 2026
11:00 am - 5:00 pm
Artists' Undertaking Gallery
309 Mill St, Occoquan Historic District, VA 22125, USA
Our featured artist this month is Ellen Rosenthal. Ellen's handmade relief block prints capture many aspects of life; landscapes, still life, and flora and fauna. Each print is from an original sketch hand-carved into the block.
Artists - Susan Norman, George Jones
March 3, 2026
all day
The Loft Gallery
313 Mill St, Occoquan Historic District, VA 22125, USA
March 3 - April 5, 2026
We ♥️...VI
Susan Norman and George Jones return with fresh inspiration. Known for themes like wood artistry and tender impressionism, this sixth show offers new reasons to fall in love.
Swords, Brooms & Magical Beasts
March 7, 2026
9am-6pm
Art a la Carte Gallery
310 Mill Street, Occoquan, Virginia
One MAGICAL day in Occoquan returns, curated by Laine of Lainemindinventions. A free event, it’s an extraordinary day of art demos, raffle for locally made art, scavenger hunt, workshops, and tarot readings. Costumes are encouraged but not required.

Mothman Baby Plushie Adoption Day
March 7, 2026
All Day
The Occoquan Outfitter
304 Mill St, Ste 104, Occoquan, VA
Adopt your Mothman Baby Plushie during the Swords, Brooms and Magical Beasts event Saturday March 7. Limited supply available, door opens 10am. Luxe, Educational & Essential packages available. Let’s find these Mothman Babies their furr-ever home!
Meet the Artists Reception
March 7, 2026
1:00 - 4:00pm
The Loft Gallery
313 Mill St, Occoquan Historic District, VA 22125, USA
"We ♥️...VI" Come meet Susan Norman and George Jones. Enjoy Susan's impressionistic paintings and George's wood artistry. Light refreshments will be served.
Meet the Artist of the Month
March 23, 2026
11:00 am - 5:00 pm
Artists' Undertaking Gallery
309 Mill St, Occoquan Historic District, VA 22125, USA
Meet Ellen Rosenthal, the Artist of the Month for March 2026 at the Artists' Undertaking Gallery.

Brunch with the Easter Bunny
April 5, 2026
11am-3pm
D'Rocco's Restaurant
301 Mill Street, Occoquan VA
Happy Easter! Easter Sunday Brunch is coming and you don’t want to miss it! Maybe the kids can find a white rabbit hopping around the dining room. Brunch is served from 11am - 3 pm To make a reservation, just call us at 571-572-3087

Argentinian Wine Dinner
April 23, 2026
7pm
D'Rocco's Restaurant
301 Mill St, Occoquan, VA
Argentina is known for mountainous regions full of flavor and history in their wines. Join D’Rocco’s Restaurant on a journey through Argentinian wine as it goes paired with culinary creations curated by Chef Carlos Tobar. Call 571-572-3087 to RSVP

Mother's Day Brunch
May 10, 2026
all day
D'Rocco's Restaurant
301 Mill Street, Occoquan VA
Treat mom right this year and take her to D’Rocco’s for Mimosa flights and Benedicts. Share memories with your loved ones. Serving brunch until 3pm - Dinner is served until 10 pm - Call 571-572-3087 to reserve and go online for more information

Memorial Day Brunch
May 25, 2026
11am-3p
D'Rocco's Restaurant
301 Mill Street, Occoquan Va
Happy Memorial Day! On your visit to Occoquan, drop by D’rocco’s Restaurant for French Toast, Pasta, and Coffee in the Mornin’. Brunch served til 3pm-Call 571-572-3087 to reserve and check out our website for more information on upcoming events

4th of July Brunch
July 4, 2026
11am-3pm
D'Rocco's Restaurant
301 Mill Street, Occoquan VA
Happy Independence Day, and 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
Vision Board Workshop W/Lori Welch-Brown
January 10, 2027
9:30-12:00
The Loft Gallery of Occoquan
313 Mill St, Occoquan Historic District, VA 22125, USA
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























