November Events in Occoquan
The town is getting ready to start it's holiday magic and the community is jumping right in! Here are some of the many November events coming up in historic Occoquan, Virginia.
annual Holiday Happy Hour
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 5 from 4-7PM
Hitchcock Paper Co.
125 Mill St, Occoquan, VA
It's time to launch our holiday products and celebrate with your favorite local stationery shop! Have a drink, grab some food, and enjoy exclusive deals during our annual holiday preview event! hitchcockpaper.com
Glory be Holiday Open House
NOVEMBER 6-8
Glory Be
305 Mill St, Occoquan, VA
Join us for our annual Holiday Open House, featuring new seasonal treasures for your home and gifting needs. Enjoy giveaways, raffles and a first look at our new holiday decor and gifts! glorybehome.com
Town Events
Annual Tree Lighting (Saturday, Nov. 21) - Kick off the holiday season with one of Occoquan's most cherished traditions! Join us in front of Town Hall as Mayor Porta lights the community tree, filling the heart of historic Occoquan with holiday cheer. After the lighting, stroll the streets to enjoy roaming carolers, cozy fire pits, late-night shopping, and more festive fun. visitoccoquanva.com/holiday
Shop Small in Occoquan Weekend! (Nov. 27-29) - Support your local small businesses during Shop Small Weekend, Friday, November 27 through Sunday, November 29! Shops will have Black Friday/Shop Small Saturday deals and plenty of gift options for the holidays. visitoccoquanva.com
Gallery Features
Artist of the Month: Nancy Ennis - See the work of Artists' Undertaking Gallery's (309 Mill Street) featured artist, 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.
Meet the Artist Reception (Nov. 7 from 1-4pm) - Meet Chris Cardiff and see his amazing photographs in "America the Beautiful: Liberty and Landscapes" at The Loft Gallery (313 Mill Street). I'm sure you will find one that speaks to you. Light refreshments will be served.
ART Painting Class - Join Laura Jones Fine Art Gallery (125 Mill Street) 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+.
Business event highlights
Seal the Deal (Nov. 20 from 12-4pm) - Couples are invited to say "I do" at Madigan's Waterfront (201 Mill Street) during the 3rd Annual Seal the Deal event, hosted by the Prince William Circuit Court Clerk in partnership with the Town of Occoquan. Exchange vows at Madigan's Waterfront for a unique and memorable wedding experience!
Book Show & Tell (Nov. 12 from 7-8pm) - Bring a favorite book from your own collection to Buzz Bookstore (406 Mill Street) and share its story with fellow book lovers. We'll also pull a few special selections from our personal shelves. No reservation required.
Kaweco DIY Fountain Pen Event (Nov. 14-15, 20-21) - Make your own glow-in-the-dark Kaweco fountain pen during this one of a kind event at Hitchcock Paper Co. (125 Mill Street)! Kaweco has partnered with select US stationery shops to provide an exclusive experience for customers to make their own fountain pen. The glow-in-the-dark body is only available through these events and cannot be purchased online. Select your nib size and use the press to form it all together (don't worry, we'll be there to help!).
Gather, Ground, and Grow (Nov. 7 from 7:15-9:30pm) - Attend an evening of intention and peace at Earth Addictions (125 Mill Street)! Talking about the month’s astrology, releasing what no longer serves you, manifest good for the upcoming month, and end the evening by enjoying a relaxing sound bath! MUST RSVP- Event is FREE to attend.
Friday Night Flights - Sample a curated flight of teas for free at Leaf & Petal (204 Washington St) on Friday, June 19 from 4-6pm! Ever wanted to try something new without committing to a full purchase? Stop by for these monthly tea flights to sip and mingle, and enjoy exclusive in-store deals.
Wine Not? Wednesday - At D'Rocco's (301 Mill Street), 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.
Piercings x Pilates (Nov. 15 from 12:30-2:30pm) - Move, sip, and sparkle with Pilates by Cynthia (308 Poplar Alley)! Join Pilates by Cynthia on Saturday, November 14th, from 12:30–2:30 PM for a fun afternoon featuring a 45-minute Pilates session, light bites, coffee & matcha from Kafecito, and piercings by Creative Chaos!
See a full list of upcoming events at visitoccoquanva.com/events!
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