Celebrate America: Do Independence Day Right in Old Town Manassas!

July 2, 2015 3:01 pm

The Fourth of July is all about friendly competition this year in Old Town Manassas. At its Celebrate America bash on July 4, which unfolds less than half a mile away from The The Courts at Historic Manassas, guests have plenty of opportunities to face off against friends. Enter your best confection in the Apple and Peach Pie Contest. Test the size of your stomach in the Watermelon Eating Contest. Or show off your creativity in the Bicycle Decorating Contest. You can also simply serve as a spectator at any of the contests, cheering on your favorite participant.

In addition to the competitions, Celebrate America also hosts kid-friendly rides, many food vendors, and local artisans selling their wares. But the crowning jewel of the day is the fireworks display, which kicks off at 9:15 p.m. Load up your lawn chairs and blankets early so that you can snag a front row seat on the Manassas Museum Lawn.

Celebrate America
Old Town Manassas
4 to 10 p.m. July 4
Manassas, VA 20110
visitmanassas.org/event/celebrate-america

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Manassas Olive Oil Company: Have a Taste and Discover New Varieties!

June 24, 2015 2:00 pm

Everyone’s heard of wine and beer tastings, but have you ever been to an olive oil tasting? What about a balsamic vinegar tasting? These experiences are just a stone’s throw away at Manassas Olive Oil Company, less than a mile from The Courts at Historic Manassas.

At a brand-new location that opened in May, Manassas Olive Oil Company offers the highest-quality oils and vinegars that will make you ditch your grocery store brand for good. The shop offer single-origin oils, as well as varieties infused with fruit, vegetables, and spices. Gourmet oils made from pumpkin seeds, almonds, and more are hand-crafted by artisans. Pick up a dark or white balsamic infused with fruit for a perfect salad dressing. There are sample bottles of each variety with little cups underneath for you to sample from. Dip in a small piece of bread, or sip it straight up – either way is great! Manassas Olive Oil Company also hosts events with free tastings, food, coupons, and raffles.

Have you visited Manassas Olive Oil Company yet?

Manassas Olive Oil Company
9406 Grant Ave.
Manassas, VA 20110
www.manassasoliveoil.com
www.yelp.com/biz/manassas-olive-oil-company-manassas

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Relax in the Grass at the 11th Annual Manassas Wine and Jazz Festival This Sunday!

June 18, 2015 4:01 pm

The Manassas Wine and Jazz Festival has taken place every Father’s Day since 2004, and this year is no different. Held on the lawn of the Manassas Museum, just a quick drive from The Courts at Historic Manassas, this event attracts those from all over Northern Virginia and beyond. Bring a blanket or lawn chairs and relax as you sip wine and listen to this year's headliner, jazz pianist Marcus Johnson, perform.

Visitors will get the opportunity to try wines as well as purchase bottles from a variety of Virginia wineries, and winery representatives will be on hand to guide you toward pours that you’d enjoy most. Some of the participating wineries include Stone Mountain Vineyards, Saude Creek Vineyards, and North Mountain Vineyards and Winery.

Tickets are $30 in advance ($35 on the day of the event) for those who’ll be tasting wine, and $20 for non-tasters who are 21 years of age. Children under 10 can attend free of charge. Purchase tickets online at visitmanassas.org or stop by the Old Town Visitor Center in the train depot, which is open daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Are you planning on attending the Manassas Wine and Jazz Festival?

The 11th Annual Manassas Wine and Jazz Festival
Noon to 7 p.m., Sunday, June 21
Manassas Museum Lawn
9101 Prince William St.
Manassas, VA
visitmanassas.org

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