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...

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

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...

You're enjoying a Sunday morning. The air is crisp and clean as the world begins its day. Pale, sleepy sunlight hints that perhaps the...

Mill Street is a favorite stroll. In the autumn twilight, the historic buildings take on an almost dreamy quality. Warm light from the...

On Friday, July 1, the FOX 5 DC team ventured out to Occoquan, Virginia to highlight the fun, food, and fashion our community has to...

This summer, visit Occoquan and discover the 100+ unique, locally owned businesses making up the historic district. Home Decor Whether...

Remembering Hurricane Agnes Fifty Years Later It had been a soggy spring that blossomed into a muggy summer such that, by June, the...

At the far end of Mill Street stands a humble house built of rough-cut mortared stone and a shingled roof. Outside, the Stars and Stripes...

Bottle Stop Wine Bar One of the gourmet burgers pairs well with almost anything. We recommend the Mushroom-Blue Burger made with...

We know Occoquan is home to shops and boutiques full of exceptional and unique products. But did you know that several businesses create...

Article and Photos by Paul Lara One of the most influential faces in Occoquan is Betsy Merklein, owner of Personally Yours, an antique...

Occoquan has an active and vibrant art scene! When strolling down Mill Street, there are ample opportunities to browse, admire, and...