Looking for something fun to do without spending a lot of money? We’ve rounded up some free food, events and other freebies happening around the D.C. area.
They’ll run from Oct. 2 through Oct. 8.
We run them down every Friday morning on air at 103.5 FM and here on WTOP.com.
Kick off the weekend with a free art walk Friday, Oct. 2. Dupont Underground is opening its doors from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. for free admission to its current exhibitions. No RSVP is required, although it is encouraged. The event is open to all ages.
Spend Saturday, Oct. 3, listening to free live music at Alethia Tanner Park in Northeast D.C. The Home Rule Music Festival runs from noon to 9 p.m., with performances spanning go-go, jazz, hip-hop, soul and more. There will also be a kids’ zone, live art, a record fair and local food and merchandise vendors.
The Wharf is hosting its free Oktoberfest celebration Saturday, Oct. 3, from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. Watch the Wiener 500 Dachshund Dash, check out the adoptable dog parade, enjoy live music and see the stein-hoisting championship. Food and drinks are available for purchase.
Fall Farm Festival
Head to Old Maryland Farm in Upper Marlboro on Saturday, Oct. 3, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. for a free fall festival. There will be a pumpkin patch, farm animals, games, crafts, vendors, food and a bingo challenge with prizes for kids.
Taste of Bethesda returns Saturday, Oct. 3, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. to the Woodmont Triangle. Admission and the four stages of live entertainment and kids’ activities are free. More than 50 restaurants will serve food. Tasting tickets are sold in bundles of five for $10.
Head to historic downtown Manassas on Saturday, Oct. 3, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. for the free Manassas Fall Jubilee. The family-friendly festival features more than 100 craft and community booths, food trucks, live music, kids’ activities, chainsaw carving and entertainment on two stages.
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month at Fiesta Fairfax on Saturday, Oct. 3, from 2 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Old Town Square. Admission is free, with live music, folklore dancing, Latin food vendors, artisans and community organizations.
Fiesta Fairfax
Head to Pfitzner Stadium in Woodbridge on Saturday, Oct. 3, from noon to 5 p.m. for a free community festival featuring first responders, an AirCare 1 medical helicopter, face painting, pumpkin painting, a kids’ activity zone, live entertainment and more. Food trucks will be on-site selling food.
Apple Fest takes place Saturday, Oct. 3, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Oneness-Family School in Chevy Chase, Maryland. Admission is free, with fall games, face painting, a giant moon bounce, arts and crafts and more. Food and some activities require tickets.
Cinnabon Rewards members can get a classic roll for $1 on Sunday, Oct. 4, all day at participating bakeries. The offer is available in-store only. Rewards members can also get a $1 small beverage with the purchase of a baked good on Oct. 2 and 3.
California Tortilla is celebrating National Taco Day all weekend long. From Friday, Oct. 2, through Sunday, Oct. 4, buy one taco and get one free at participating locations. The offer is available in-store and is limited to two free tacos per person.
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