If you're a fan of live music, hot food, and free entertainment, then you should add the 33rd Annual Manassas Fall Jubilee to your schedule this Saturday. It promises plenty of fun for all ages!

More than 100 local craftspeople and artisans will be selling their handcrafted goods at booths scattered around the Jubilee, so budget in some spending money if you're looking for a unique gift for an upcoming birthday. You can also sign up for the cornhole tournament, which runs from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.—play solo or with a team of friends. And if you're an avid baker, go for the blue ribbon in the pumpkin pie baking contest—or just enjoy the sweet creations by participating in the pie-eating contest instead. It all unfolds just a stone's throw from The Courts at Historic Manassas.

33rd Annual Manassas Fall Jubilee
10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Oct. 24
Historic Downtown Manassas
visitmanassas.org/event/33rd-annual-manassas-fall-jubilee

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A celebration of Latino arts and culture, the Manassas Latino Festival will be held Sept. 27 just a few minutes away from The Courts at Historic Manassas. This one-day, free event brings together local artists, musicians, chefs, and Latino businesses to celebrate the amazing heritage of local Latinos.

The festival aims to provide entertainment and education about Latino culture to families, as well as distribute information of interest to the public, such as the Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield Hispanic Health Initiative. There will be music and dance performances by local favorites Mariachi Los Amigos, Danza de Tecuanes, Banda de Paz El Pulgarcito USA, and more. Expect to be on your feet too – audience participation is a must! Food and snacks will be available from places like Doña Adela Restaurant and Dolce Amore Sweets. Kick off fall with a great party at the Manassas Latino Festival.

Manassas Latino Festival
Sunday Sept. 27, noon to 5:30 p.m.
Harris Pavilion
9201 Center St.
Manassas, VA 20110
sites.google.com/site/manassaslatinofestival/home

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Chances are you’re no stranger to new and exciting restaurants, but sometimes we all just want to grab something simple. This is where Best American Diner comes in. It just opened in July in a spot that's just over a mile from The Courts at Historic Manassas, making a meal here convenient — and delicious.

The name may sound a little boastful, but Yelpers are quickly starting to agree that it has some of the best diner food in Manassas. The chefs can easily offer dishes like spring rolls and calamari, then also whip up a classic burger and fries. And then there's breakfast. This place offers it around the clock, and the standouts seem to be the eggs benedict, waffles, and omelets. If you’re ready to have some comfort food in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere, head to Best American Diner!

Best American Diner
9091 Mathis Ave.
Manassas VA 20110
(703)-335-6868
www.bestamericandiner.info
www.yelp.com/biz/best-american-diner-manassas-2

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