Heritage Brewing, a Veteran-owned microbrewery, is gaining popularity in Manassas—and for good reason! With tasty brews, amiable customer service, and a neat location, what's not to love? The tap room is nestled amongst the barrel system, so you get to see where the action happens while sitting at the industrial concrete bar.

Their brewing principles are based upon sustainability, with 92% of the ingredients utilized being organic or sourced locally. The menu boasts five flagship brews that they have available at all times as well as a variety of experimental and seasonal brews to mix it up every time you visit. The tap room pours all kinds of options, from rich stouts to hoppy IPAs and everything in between.

The tap room is open Thursdays through Sundays. On Saturdays they offer brewery tours for only $5, which also include a flight of their flagship brews. What's more, Heritage Brewing is known to host fun events, like Nama'stay for a Beer, a 45-minute yoga class coming up on July 10. An ice-cold beer is included in the ticket price!

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It's easy to see why farmer's markets are so popular. Who doesn’t love supporting local business while eating seasonal, fresh-from-the-farm fruits and veggies? Still, the Manassas Farmer's Market is known for being one of the best. This year-round market blossoms on Thursdays in the Harris Pavilion and Saturdays in the lot behind the pavilion from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. They also offer a night market on Tuesday evenings from June through August, hosted in the Harris Pavilion from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Stop on your way home for dinner supplies, or grab a tasty treat for later!

The vendors sell everything from crisp green veggies and juicy strawberries or jarred homemade jam, meats, cheeses, even floral arrangements or plants to grow at home. Some weeks throughout the summer you’ll find musicians serenading you with a guitar while you shop. Visit their website for a list of current vendors to plan your trip.

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For a truly American Fourth of July, check out Celebrate America, taking place in Old Town from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. on Independence Day. Far more than just an impressive fireworks show, Celebrate America floods the streets of Old Town Manassas with patriotic patrons excited to take part in all the festivities sponsored by the Historic Manassas, Inc. and the City of Manassas.

The festivities truly encompass all age groups, with rides for the little ones beginning an hour early, at 3 p.m. At 4 p.m. enjoy a bite to eat from the food concessions and shop the specialty vendors that will line the streets throughout the evening. There will also be a few competitions taking place throughout the day. For the bakers, the Apple and Peach Pie Contest; for the artists, the Bicycle Decorating Contest; and finally for the eaters, the Watermelon Eating Contest. Applications for the contests must be submitted before the event, so visit the website for details.

The epic fireworks (one of the largest displays in northern Virginia!) begin at 9:15 p.m. so make sure to grab your seat on the lawn before they start!

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