Upcoming theater in Northern Virginia: dates, times, venues and ticket prices for this weekend and the weeks ahead, updated daily.
Aug 25 – Nov 1, 2026 · Signature Theatre, 4200 Campbell Avenue, Arlington, VA 22206
Sondheim's masterwork about friendship, ambition and the compromises that shape a life takes the Signature stage again after 20 years and is directed by Matthew Gardiner. Told in reverse chronological
Oct 20 – Dec 20, 2026 · Signature Theatre, 4200 Campbell Avenue, Arlington, VA 22206
A moving new musical about embracing who you are and the life-saving power of art by one of contemporary musical theater’s most exciting voices Adam Gwon (Ordinary Days, Cake Off). In 1996, a closeted
Oct 24 – 31, 2026 · Free · Naut Human Productions, 312 East Market Street, Leesburg, VA 20176
Naut Human Productions brings The Dracula Experience back to Loudoun with Dracula’s Midnight Masquerade, running October 16–November 1, 2026 at George C. Marshall’s Dodona Manor in Leesburg, Virginia,
Thu, Oct 29, 2026 · All day · Free · The Branch, 49 Catoctin Circle Southeast, Leesburg, VA 20175
An evening of mystery, murder, dinner, and deadly family drama awaits at The Branch!
Details for A Grave Misunderstanding: Murder Mystery Dinner at The Branch
Oct 29 – 30, 2026 · Alexandria, VA, 201 S. Washington Street, Alexandria, VA
Poe in Alexandria Don’t miss an unforgettable evening with America’s earliest master of the macabre – Edgar Allan Poe! Actor David Keltz returns to The Lyceum’s lecture hall to re-create Poe’s visit t
Thu, Oct 29, 2026 · 7:00 PM · $75 · Chart House, 1 Cameron Street, Alexandria, VA 22314
An immersive whodunnit dinner experience — three courses, one killer twist. October 29, 2026.
Details for Murder on the Potomac: A Whodunnit Experience at Chart House
Fri, Oct 30, 2026 · All day · $35 · Hillsborough Winery, Brewery and Vineyards, 36716 Charles Town Pike, Hillsboro, VA 20132
A Grave Misunderstanding Written by R. Aaron Thompson As Adapted by Betsy Hansen and Russell Silber Produced by Jerri Wiseman Directed by Betsy Hansen Cast: Evie Izdepski, Ilan Komrad, and Russell Sil
Details for A Grave Misunderstanding Murder Mystery Dinner Theatre
Fri, Oct 30, 2026 · All day · Free · Spanky's Shenanigans, 538 East Market Street, Leesburg, VA 20176
Let’s get warmed up for Halloween as Off the Record returns to Spanky’s on Oct 30th. This won’t be a costume party but feel free to rock your favorite outfit! Once you break it in, you can determine i
Sat, Oct 31, 2026 · 1:00 PM · $17.85 · Commonwealth Brewing Co. Fairfax, 10426 Main Street, Fairfax, VA 22030
You asked, we delivered... Join us this Halloween at Commonwealth Brewing Co Fairfax's SPOOKY DRAG BRUNCH!
Sat, Oct 31, 2026 · 3:00 PM · Free–$44.52 · Stone Bridge High School, 43100 Hay Road, Ashburn, VA 20147
Featuring spooky classics and music from your favorite scary movies!
Sat, Oct 31, 2026 · 6:00 PM · $87.61 · Sheraton Suites Old Town Alexandria, 801 North Saint Asaph Street, Alexandria, VA 22314
The Dinner Detective Wilmington grand opening is here! Join us October 31, 2026, for a thrilling night of mystery, murder, dinner, and fun!
Details for The Dinner Detective True Crime Murder Mystery Dinner Show DC
Sun, Nov 1, 2026 · All day · $105 · AhSo Restaurant, 22855 Brambleton Plaza #108, Brambleton, VA 20148
A Grave Misunderstanding Written by R. Aaron Thompson As Adapted by Betsy Hansen and Russell Silber Produced by Jerri Wiseman Directed by Betsy Hansen Cast: Evie Izdepski, Ilan Komrad, and Russell Sil
Details for A Grave Misunderstanding Murder Mystery Dinner Theatre
Sun, Nov 1, 2026 · 2:00 PM · Hylton Performing Arts Center, 10960 George Mason Circle, Manassas, VA 20110
The Acting Company presents a theatrical adaptation of Charles Dickens’ Great Expectations.
Nov 5 – Nov 29, 2026 · NextStop Theatre Company, 269 Sunset Park Drive, Herndon, VA 20170
Step into the ring for The Elaborate Entrance of Chad Deity, a Pulitzer-Prize finalist comedy that body-slams the world of pro-wrestling, pop culture, and the performance of identity. Told through the
Fri, Nov 6, 2026 · All day · $4.30–$60 · Dulles Town Center, 21100 Dulles Town Circle, Dulles, VA 20166
A Grave Misunderstanding Written by R. Aaron Thompson As Adapted by Betsy Hansen and Russell Silber Produced by Jerri Wiseman Directed by Betsy Hansen Cast: Evie Izdepski, Ilan Komrad, and Russell Sil
Details for A Grave Misunderstanding Murder Mystery Dinner Theatre
Nov 6 – Nov 22, 2026 · Thomas Jefferson Community Theatre, 125 S Old Glebe Rd, Arlington, VA 22204
This Halloween, the Horseman rides again. Synetic Theater’s Sleepy Hollow returns for two limited runs this fall, bringing the classic story of the Headless Horseman back to the stage in Synetic’s unm
Sat, Nov 7, 2026 · 7:30 PM · $12.51 · Greater Washington Dance Center, 12320 Pinecrest Road, Reston, VA 20191
Get a first look at Motion X’s upcoming season with a preview performance, silent auction, and refreshments - all in support of the company.
Sun, Nov 8, 2026 · All day · $42.15 · Capital One Hall, 7750 Capital One Tower Road, Tysons, VA 22102
America’s most hilarious first responders are joining forces to save lives—one laugh at a time! Presenting the Heroes Off Duty Comedy Tour, a side-splitting showcase of cops, firefighters, doctors, EM
Mon, Nov 9, 2026 · All day · Alexandria, VA, 101 Callahan Drive, Alexandria, VA
America’s Golden Dream Dancers performance at George Washington Masonic National Memorial Theatre as part of America’s 250 Birthday!
Fri, Nov 13, 2026 · 6:30 PM · Free · Capital One Hall, 7750 Capital One Tower Road, Tysons, VA 22102
Visit Capital One Hall’s blackbox theater “The Vault” for Stravinsky’s The Soldier’s Tale. The Soldier's Tale is the unforgettable story of a soldier who trades his violin—and ultimately his soul—to t
Fri, Nov 13, 2026 · 7:00 PM · Free · Independence High School Theatre, 23115 Learning Circle, Ashburn, VA 20148
See ‘MacBeth’ at Independence HS - on Nov. 13-14 and 20-21, Independence HS Theatre presents Shakespeare’s ‘MacBeth.’ This timeless tragedy is set against the backdrop of medieval Scotland and examine
Sun, Nov 15, 2026 · All day · Free · Reston Community Center, 2310 Colts Neck Road, Reston, VA 20191
Beverly Cosham is a longtime member of the RCC Board of Governors and arts activist. She has performed at nightspots all over the country from Los Angeles to New York to San Antonio. Together with pia
Tue, Nov 17, 2026 · 7:00 PM · $19.98 · Black Hoof Brewing Company, 11 S King St, Black Hoof Brewing Co, Leesburg, Virginia 20175-2903
Enjoy games and drag performances by our talented hometown queen Crimsyn and her guests!
Details for Copy of Black Hoof Drag Bingo with Crimsyn featuring Crystal
Sat, Nov 21, 2026 · 11:00 AM · 10960 George Mason Cir, Manassas, VA 20110
Unleashed The 11 a.m. performance will be audio-described. Come see a half a dozen of the world’s most talented four-legged performers in an uproariously funny, comedy dog spectacular that is leaving
Sat, Nov 21, 2026 · 12:00 PM · Free · Elaine's, 208 Queen Street, Alexandria, VA 22314
Come and celebrate — "30 Minutes to London: True Stories of Faith, Healing, and Becoming"
Details for Dr. Alecia R. Jones is bringing her anthology to Elaine's Literary Salon
Sat, Nov 21, 2026 · 6:30 PM · $155 · October One Vineyard, 7 Loudoun St. SW, Leesburg, VA 20175
Join October One Vineyard at Walsh Family Wine for Magic on the Mountain on November 21st for a collaborative evening celebrating a stellar collection of vineyards on the Blue Ridge. CLICK HERE TO PUR
Sat, Nov 21, 2026 · 7:00 PM · Free · Reston Community Center, 2310 Colts Neck Road, Reston, VA 20191
Get ready for a hilarious holiday mashup that squeezes all the Christmas classics into one wild, funny show!
Details for Reduced Shakespeare Company Presents “The Ultimate Christmas Show
Tue, Nov 24, 2026 · 6:00 PM · $41.90 · Capital One Hall, 7750 Capital One Tower Road, Tysons, VA 22102
This Show is 18+ Nurse Blake is back with his hilarious new comedy tour with all new content, diving into the wildest things patients and their families say and do. From self-diagnosing Stage 8 Cancer
Fri, Nov 27, 2026 · 7:30 PM · Free · Goose Creek Players, 36441 Blueridge View Lane, Purcellville, VA 20132
Step into the nostalgic world of holiday magic, childhood dreams, and laugh-out-loud family fun with A Christmas Story, brought to life on stage by Goose Creek Players, Inc.! Based on the beloved holi
Sat, Nov 28, 2026 · All day · $40–$50 · George Mason University, 4400 University Drive, Fairfax, VA 22030
Academy of Russian Ballet and Northern Virginia Ballet present The Nutcracker on Saturday, November 28th, 2026 at the Hylton Performing Arts Center in Merchant Hall at George Mason University in Fairf
Details for Academy of Russian Ballet and Northern Virginia Ballet: The Nutcracker
Sat, Nov 28, 2026 · 7:00 PM · $10 · Vine Church, 2501 Gallows Road, Dunn Loring, VA 22027
The Vine presents Improv Church, a unique comedy experience that gathers community for laughter, storytelling, and connection on select dates in 2026 from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at 2501 Gallows Road i
Sun, Nov 29, 2026 · All day · $49.50 · Capital One Hall, 7750 Capital One Tower Road, Tysons, VA 22102
Give the gift of NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet to the whole family. Celebrate America’s favorite Christmas tradition with an international all-star cast that blends world-class ballet with whim
Sun, Nov 29, 2026 · 3:00 PM · $15–$20 · Reston Community Center, 2310 Colts Neck Road, Reston, VA 20191
Born and raised in Lhasa, Tibet, Yungchen Lhamo is a celebrated vocalist whose soaring, spiritual voice has carried Tibetan song to audiences around the world. Signed by Peter Gabriel to Real World Re
Details for Performing Touring Artist Series: Yungchen Lhamo
Wed, Dec 2, 2026 · 7:30 PM · $54.40 · 480 King Street, Alexandria, VA 22314
The magic of the season is calling and it's waiting inside our Winter Wonderland Igloos at King & Rye!
Dec 4 – Dec 20, 2026 · Thomas Jefferson Community Theatre, 125 S Old Glebe Rd, Arlington, VA 22204
The season continues with a holiday return of the fairy tale Snow Maiden. A smash hit when it opened in 2022, Snow Maiden is a poignant, enchanting story of magic and friendship. It’s a perfect produc
Sat, Dec 5, 2026 · 10:00 AM · Historic Downtown Manassas, 9431 West Street, Manassas, VA 20110
The annual Greater Manassas Christmas Parade features more than 100 units, including marching bands, floats, balloons, and community participants. The 2026 parade theme is “80 Years. Still Sleighin’.”
Dec 8 – Feb 21, 2027 · Signature Theatre, 4200 Campbell Avenue, Arlington, VA 22206
Lucy Simon and Pulitzer Prize winner Marsha Norman’s Tony Award-winning musical adaptation of the classic Victorian novel receives a gorgeous new production shaped for Signature's intimate stage. Afte
Fri, Dec 11, 2026 · 7:00 PM · ARTfactory, 9419 Battle Street, Manassas, VA 20110
A festive holiday musical about Santa, Mrs. Claus, elves, reindeer, forest animals, and toys preparing for Christmas Eve while Jack Frost creates comic chaos. Presented by ARTfactory’s Pied Piper Thea
Dec 12 – 13, 2026 · $50 · Workhouse Arts Center, 9518 Workhouse Way, Lorton, VA 22079
Book and Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner Music by Frederick Loewe Original Production Directed and Staged by Moss Hart Based on "The Once and Future King" by T.H. White Book Adapted by David Lee New Orchest
Sun, Dec 13, 2026 · All day · $83.75 · Capital One Hall, 7750 Capital One Tower Road, Tysons, VA 22102
Virginia Nutcracker Ballet's annual performances return to Capital One Hall in Tysons, a premier performing arts venue in Northern Virginia. This beloved holiday tradition features world-class dancing
Details for Virginia National Ballet presents The Nutcracker
Sat, Dec 19, 2026 · 11:00 AM · Free · Manassas Mall, 8300 Sudley Road, Manassas, VA 20109
Get ready to catch some fierce moves and epic live action in this martial arts performance on stage at Manassas Mall!