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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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!

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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!

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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.

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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!

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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!

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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.

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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.

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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