September 7 - November 23, Most Sundays and Monday evenings
Brambleton Artist-in-Residence David Modler
The artist uses a multi-media approach to journaling to navigate the complexities of daily life. Watch his process, join in, and contribute to an international art-making exchange.
- Brambleton Library Makerspace
- loudoun.libnet.info/event/14403536
- Free
October 26 - December 31, Sunday 12-5pm, Mon-Thu 9:30am-9pm, Fri-Sat 9:30am-5pm
Nancy Ramsey Art at Purcellville Library
Please visit to see Nancy Ramsey's vibrant paintings on show and sale just in time for the holidays!
- Purcellville Library 220 East Main Street, Purcellville, VA 20132
- Contact: NancyRamseyArt.com, nancyaramsey@gmail.com
- Free
Exhibit November 8-21, Monday through Saturday, 12-5pm; Gala November 22, 7pm
Welcome to Everything is Everything, Transformer’s 21st Benefit Art Auction Exhibition & Gala!
Inspired by themes of interconnection & inclusivity — Transformer’s Everything is Everything Benefit Art Auction & Gala will present over 140+ artworks in a public exhibition throughout The Line, DC’s gorgeous property in the heart of Adams Morgan, Washington, DC. Loudoun Arts member Leonor Alvim Brazao will have work on display.
- The Line DC - G Level Lobby Champlain St Entrance 2468 Champlain St NW Washington, DC 20009
- www.transformerdc.org/everything-is-everything
- Exhibition is free; Early Bird Gala Ticket $225
November 15, 16, 22, 23, Saturdays at 7pm, Sundays at 4pm
LLO and United Help Ukraine Present: A Cossack Beyond the Danube
Experience the vibrant spirit of Ukrainian heritage in A Cossack Beyond the Danube, the beloved comic opera by Semen Hulak-Artemovsky. Filled with heart, humor, and stirring folk melodies, this timeless work follows the adventures of a spirited Cossack, and combines rousing chorus, dance, and song to paint a rich portrait of Ukrainian life.
- Dreamscapes Performing Arts Center 21014 Whitfield Pl Sterling, VA 20165
- loudounlyricopera.org
- $59.99 Adult, $44.99 Senior, $39.99 Teacher/Veteran/First Responder, $24.99 Student, Free for Under 10
Friday, November 21, 7:30pm (doors open at 7pm)
StageCoach Bandits Improv Show
Improv troupe for StageCoach Theatre Company, the StageCoach Bandits are Loudoun County’s funniest improv comedy team! Join us quarterly for FRIDAY IMPROV! Just like “Whose Line Is It Anyway?”, the Bandits perform short-form improv using suggestions from the audience. Shows are completely interactive. No show or game is ever the same twice! Recommended for ages 18+ due to possible language and mature themes.
- StageCoach Theatre, 20937 Ashburn Road, Suites 115 and 120, Ashburn, VA 20147
- Contact us at info@stagecoachtc.com, 571-477-9444, or visit our website at stagecoachtc.com
- $20/person stagecoachtc.com/tickets/ or by calling 571-477-9444
November 28 at 7:30pm, November 29 at 2pm and 7:30pm, November 30 at 2pm
"It's a Wonderful Life"
A return of the classic holiday favorite.
- Franklin Park Arts Center
- Visit our web site at www.goosecreekplayers.com
- $25
December 5, 6, 12, 13, 19, 20, 22 & 23 at 7pm, December 7, 14 & 21 at 2pm
The Best Christmas Pageant Ever presented by StageCoach Theatre
In this hilarious Christmas classic, a couple struggling to put on a church Christmas pageant is faced with casting the Herdman kids — probably the most inventively awful kids in history. You won’t believe the mayhem — and the fun – when the Herdmans collide head-on with the story of Christmas!
- StageCoach Theatre, 20937 Ashburn Road, Suites 115 and 120, Ashburn, VA 20147
- Contact us at info@stagecoachtc.com, 571-477-9444, or visit our website at stagecoachtc.com
- $22/person stagecoachtc.com/tickets/ or by calling 571-477-9444
Friday, December 5, 8pm
Loudoun Jazz Ensemble Toy Drive Concert
Join the Loudoun Jazz Ensemble as they perform big band classics holiday style! The event is free, but we ask that you bring a new, unwrapped toy to our holiday celebration! Tap your toes and sing along to some of your favorites! All toys we collect will be distributed to children of need in Loudoun County. Our thanks to Link Against Hunger for their help to ensure your contributions will reach our local children!
- Christ the Redeemer Roman Catholic Church, 46833 Leesburg Pike, Sterling, VA 20164
- Contact us at news@loudouncommunityband.org, or visit our web site at www.loudouncommunityband.org
- Get your free tickets at rebrand.ly/LJETOYDRIVE25
Saturday, December 6, 4:30pm and 7:30pm
You're invited to a Christmas cantata at PHC
You are invited to Patrick Henry College for the presentation of a traditional service of carols and readings, telling the story of the coming of the Savior—a service with roots that date back to 1918. A Festival of Lessons & Carols is a worship service that walks through the Scriptures, chronologically recounting the steps to mankind’s redemption through Christ’s incarnation. Lessons & Carols has become a favorite Christmas service with the PHC Orchestra, Chorale, and Harp Ensemble.
- Patrick Henry College
- Contact Stephen at communication@phc.edu for more details
- Free
Saturday, December 6, 7:30-8:45pm
Loudoun Symphony Presents Holiday Favorites
Gather with your family and friends for a holiday celebration that will warm your heart and lift your spirits. This holiday concert is packed with beloved seasonal favorites — from classic carols to popular holiday songs and orchestral showpieces. Whether you're young or simply young at heart, you'll recognize melodies that have become the soundtrack of the season — from “Frozen” and “Sleigh Ride” to “The Nutcracker!” Our concert features soprano Millicent Scarlett who will perform beloved classics and the annual carol singalong.
- St. David's Episcopal Church, 43600 Russell Branch Parkway, Ashburn, VA
- Visit www.loudounsymphony.org for concert details and to purchase tickets
- Tickets: $40 Adults, $35 Seniors, $15 Students and $5 for Children
Sunday, December 7, 6:30-9pm
The Most Murderous Time of the Year at Ambiance Restaurant
Welcome to the West Coast Assassin’s Guild Annual Awards ceremony, also known as the Wackies. At a secret dinner, your hosts, Turtle Dove and Claire Tree, will kick off your holiday festivities by counting down the best of the best. Several trophies will be awarded, including Most prominent kill, The Perfect Accident, and the most coveted award: Assassin of the Year. The envelope please? But wait! We’ve just got word that the Guild’s number one with a bullet, homicide detective Wesley Salad has just took a dirt nap. This changes everything! Would the person or persons responsible step forward and receive Assassin of the Year and the $2M prize, please? What happens when there’s been a murder and EVERYONE tries to take credit?
- Ambiance Restaurant, 44184 Ashbrook Marketplace Plaza, Ashburn, VA 20147
- Contact us at info@stagecoachtc.com, 571-477-9444, or visit our website at stagecoachtc.com
- Tickets: $80 + sales tax + $3 ticketing fee = $87.80 per person includes the show, catered dinner and dessert. Reserve at stagecoachtc.com/tickets/ or by calling 571-477-9444
Sunday, December 7, 3-4:15pm
Loudoun Symphony Presents Holiday Favorites
Gather with your family and friends for a holiday celebration that will warm your heart and lift your spirits. This holiday concert is packed with beloved seasonal favorites — from classic carols to popular holiday songs and orchestral showpieces. Whether you're young or simply young at heart, you'll recognize melodies that have become the soundtrack of the season — from “Frozen” and “Sleigh Ride” to “The Nutcracker!” Our concert features soprano Millicent Scarlett who will perform beloved classics and the annual carol singalong.
- Lightridge High School, 41025 Collaboration Drive, Aldie, VA
- Visit www.loudounsymphony.org for concert details and to order tickets.
- Tickets: $40 Adult, $35 Senior, $15 Student, $5 Child
Thursday, December 11, 3-4pm
Encore Chorale Ashburn Winter Concert
Imagine peace and unity by hearing a variety of sacred and secular choral works reflecting the season. Light refreshments provided after the concert.
- Ashburn Senior Center, 20880 Marblehead Drive, Ashburn, VA 20147
- Contact Encore Creativity at info@encorecreativity.org, 301-261-5747, or visit our website at www.encorecreativity.org
- Tickets $3 at the Ashburn Senior Center front desk. Call 571-367-8340 for more information.
December 12-14, 2pm and 7pm
A Christmas Carol: A New Musical
A retro twist on the classic tale, the show will feature original, 80s-inspired music, and a talented cast of A Place To Be music therapy clients and community members. This family show is perfect for all ages, and will be staged at the Mars-Schmidt theatre in the Village at Leesburg.
- Village at Leesburg
- manny@aplacetobeva.org
- $5
Friday, December 12, 7pm
Labels & Lyrics: Holiday Classics
Labels and Lyrics is the perfect way to experience opera, while relishing a great treasure of Loudoun County - wine! In this one-of-a-kind event series, each aria or song is paired with a curated wine, creating a multisensory journey through music and taste. Whether you’re an opera aficionado, a wine lover, or simply seeking a memorable night out, this experience promises elegance, artistry, and a touch of magic in every sip and song. In this evening of Holiday Classics, enjoy a wine tasting and a complimentary glass of wine with dinner and dessert.
- Firefly Cellars, 40325 Charles Town Pike, Hamilton, VA 20158
- loudounlyricopera.org
- $99 Adult (21+)
Saturday, December 13, 7:30pm
Loudoun Symphonic Winds Holiday Concert and Toy Drive
Join Loudoun Symphonic Winds to celebrate the season of giving! This concert is FREE, but we ask that you bring a new, unwrapped toy to our holiday celebration! Tap your toes and sing along to some of your favorites! All toys we collect will be distributed to children of need in Loudoun County. Our thanks to Link Against Hunger for their help to ensure your contributions will reach our local children!
- Park View High School, 400 W Laurel Ave, Sterling, VA 20164
- lsw@loudouncommunityband.org or visit our website at loudouncommunityband.org
- Reserve Your Free Tickets: rebrand.ly/LSWTOYDRIVE25
Saturday, December 13, 4-5:45pm
Master Singers of Virginia Holiday Concert
This is the holiday event of the season with sacred and secular gems not to be missed!
- St. Timothy's Episcopal Church, 432 Van Buren Street, Herndon, VA 20170
- www.msva.org
- At the door $30 Adults, $25 Seniors, Students $20 Pre-purchase for $5 off
Saturday, December 13, 4pm
Tidings of Joy! — South Loudoun Youth Chorale's Winter Concert
Celebrate the season with Tidings of Joy, the South Loudoun Youth Chorale’s uplifting winter concert. Featuring inspiring music performed by singers in grades 3–12, this program blends holiday favorites with choral treasures that warm the heart. Join us for an evening of harmony, light, and festive cheer the whole family will enjoy!
- Lightridge High School, Aldie, VA
- info@slychorale.org
- $15 Adults, $5 Students
Saturday, December 13, 6:30-9pm
The Most Murderous Time of the Year at Kalero Winery
Welcome to the West Coast Assassin’s Guild Annual Awards ceremony, also known as the Wackies. At a secret dinner, your hosts, Turtle Dove and Claire Tree, will kick off your holiday festivities by counting down the best of the best. Several trophies will be awarded, including Most prominent kill, The Perfect Accident, and the most coveted award: Assassin of the Year. The envelope please? But wait! We’ve just got word that the Guild’s number one with a bullet, homicide detective Wesley Salad has just took a dirt nap. This changes everything! Would the person or persons responsible step forward and receive Assassin of the Year and the $2M prize, please? What happens when there’s been a murder and EVERYONE tries to take credit?
- Kalero Vineyard, 36140 Charles Town Pike, Purcellville, VA 20132
- Contact us at info@stagecoachtc.com, 571-477-9444, or visit our website at stagecoachtc.com
- Tickets: $75 per person includes the show, catered dinner and dessert. Reserve at stagecoachtc.com/tickets/ or by calling 571-477-9444
Saturday, December 13, 4pm and 7pm
Holiday Acappella Show — Old Dominion Chorus and Local High Schools
Our annual holiday show includes Old Dominion Chorus and two local high schools per show singing holiday anthems and carols. Holiday spirit for everyone!
- Franklin Park Arts Center, Purcellville, VA
- Contact us at info@odchorus.org, 571-510-0430, or visit our website at www.odchorus.org
- Tickets: $15 Adult, $12 Senior/Active Military purchase online at www.odchorus.org/holidayshow
Saturday, December 13, 7:30pm
Loudoun Symphonic Winds Toy Drive Concert
Join Loudoun Symphonic Winds to celebrate the season of giving! This concert is free, but we ask that you bring a new, unwrapped toy to our holiday celebration! Tap your toes and sing along to some of your favorites! All toys we collect will be distributed to children of need in Loudoun County. Our thanks to Link Against Hunger for their help to ensure your contributions will reach our local children!
- Park View High School, 400 W Laurel Avenue, Sterling, VA 20164
- Contact us at news@loudouncommunityband.org, or visit our web site at www.loudouncommunityband.org
- Get your free tickets at rebrand.ly/LSWTOYDRIVE25 for your free tickets.
December 14 and 20, 6:30-9pm
The Most Murderous Time of the Year at Oatlands
Welcome to the West Coast Assassin’s Guild Annual Awards ceremony, also known as the Wackies. At a secret dinner, your hosts, Turtle Dove and Claire Tree, will kick off your holiday festivities by counting down the best of the best. Several trophies will be awarded, including Most prominent kill, The Perfect Accident, and the most coveted award: Assassin of the Year. The envelope please? But wait! We’ve just got word that the Guild’s number one with a bullet, homicide detective Wesley Salad has just took a dirt nap. This changes everything! Would the person or persons responsible step forward and receive Assassin of the Year and the $2M prize, please? What happens when there’s been a murder and EVERYONE tries to take credit?
- Oatlands, 20850 Oatlands Plantation Lane, Leesburg, VA 20175
- Contact us at info@stagecoachtc.com, 571-477-9444, or visit our website at stagecoachtc.com
- Tickets: $80 + sales tax + ticketing fee includes the show, catered dinner and dessert. Reserve at stagecoachtc.com/tickets/ or by calling 571-477-9444
Sunday, December 14, 4-5:45pm
Master Singers of Virginia Holiday Concert
This is the holiday event of the season with sacred and secular gems not to be missed!
- Our Savior's Way Lutheran Church, 43115 Waxpool Road, Broadlands, VA 20148
- www.msva.org
Friday, December 19 at 6:30pm; Saturday, December 20 at 1:30pm; Saturday, December 20 at 5:30pm; Sunday, December 21 at 1:30pm
The Nutcracker
Set to Tchaikovsky’s extraordinary musical score, LBPAC’s full-length production of The Nutcracker is a classic, timeless adventure of holiday magic!
- Loudoun Valley High School
- loudounballetperformingartsco@gmail.com
- $32.50 to $37.75
Friday, December 19, 6:30-9pm
The Most Murderous Time of the Year at Casanel Winery
Welcome to the West Coast Assassin’s Guild Annual Awards ceremony, also known as the Wackies. At a secret dinner, your hosts, Turtle Dove and Claire Tree, will kick off your holiday festivities by counting down the best of the best. Several trophies will be awarded, including Most prominent kill, The Perfect Accident, and the most coveted award: Assassin of the Year. The envelope please? But wait! We’ve just got word that the Guild’s number one with a bullet, homicide detective Wesley Salad has just took a dirt nap. This changes everything! Would the person or persons responsible step forward and receive Assassin of the Year and the $2M prize, please? What happens when there’s been a murder and EVERYONE tries to take credit?
- Casanel Winery, 17956 Canby Road, Leesburg, VA 20175
- Contact us at info@stagecoachtc.com, 571-477-9444, or visit our website at stagecoachtc.com
- Tickets: $80 + sales tax + ticketing fee includes the show, catered dinner and dessert
Saturday, December 20, 4-5:45pm
Master Singers of Virginia Holiday Concert
This is the holiday event of the season with sacred and secular gems not to be missed!
- Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, 605 W Market Street, Leesburg, VA 20176
- www.msva.org
Saturday, December 20, 4-5:30pm
A Celtic Christmas with Cassie and Maggie
Nova Scotian Cassie & Maggie have been lighting up the world with their unique blend of contemporary and traditional Celtic instruments and vocals.
- Franklin Park Performing Arts Center
- www.franklinparkartscenter.org/event/a-celtic-christmas-with-cassie-maggie/
- 25
Sunday, December 21, 3pm-5pm
A Place To Be’s 15th Annual Holiday Show — A Small Town Celebration
This holiday season, A Place To Be brings its 15th annual holiday show to Middleburg’s Salamander resort! This free community event features music therapy clients from A Place To Be in a dazzling holiday show in the style of an old-fashioned Christmas special! You won’t want to miss this night of music, inspiring stories, and community! The show is designed to be perfect for all ages, so bring the family and celebrate the season with A Place To Be.
- 500 N Pendleton Street, Middleburg VA 20117
- manny@aplacetobeva.org
- Free at Door
Sunday, December 21, 4-5:45pm
Master Singers of Virginia Holiday Concert
This is the holiday event of the season with sacred and secular gems not to be missed!
- St. James Lutheran Church, 109 York Street, Gettysburg, PA 17325
- www.msva.org
Sunday, December 21, 5-7:30pm
The Most Murderous Time of the Year at C'est Bon by Savoir Fare
Welcome to the West Coast Assassin’s Guild Annual Awards ceremony, also known as the Wackies. At a secret dinner, your hosts, Turtle Dove and Claire Tree, will kick off your holiday festivities by counting down the best of the best. Several trophies will be awarded, including Most prominent kill, The Perfect Accident, and the most coveted award: Assassin of the Year. The envelope please? But wait! We’ve just got word that the Guild’s number one with a bullet, homicide detective Wesley Salad has just took a dirt nap. This changes everything! Would the person or persons responsible step forward and receive Assassin of the Year and the $2M prize, please? What happens when there’s been a murder and EVERYONE tries to take credit?
- C’est Bon by Savoir Fare, 6 W Loudoun Street, Round Hill, VA 20141
- Contact us at info@stagecoachtc.com, 571-477-9444, or visit our website at stagecoachtc.com
- Tickets: $85 per person, plus ticketing fee and sales tax includes the show, catered dinner and dessert.
Sunday, December 21, 3-4pm
Holiday Tea & Show
Holiday Tea & Show: I want a Hippopotamus for Christmas! Tea before at 1:30pm or after the show at 4:00pm
- Franklin Park Performing Arts Center
- www.franklinparkartscenter.org/event/holiday-tea-and-show-i-want-a-hippopotamus-for-christmas/
- $12 without tea / $20 with tea
February 14, 15, 21 & 22, 2026, Saturdays at 7pm, Sundays at 4pm
LLO Presents: Baking with Divas
LLO presents two American culinary comedies, complete with surprise twists and cake! The Italian Lesson showcases Mrs. Clancy's humorous, entirely-relatable struggles with language studies amid distractions, while Bon Appétit! presents a lively operatic baking show starring Julia Child. Perfect for the whole family!
- Dreamscapes Performing Arts Center 21014 Whitfield Pl Sterling, VA 20165
- loudounlyricopera.org
- $59.99 Adult, $44.99 Senior, $39.99 Teacher/Veteran/First Responder, $24.99 Student, Free for Under 10
Saturday, March 7, 4:00-5:45 pm
Master Singers of Virginia Winter Concert
Featuring music by Bernstein, Pinkham, and Whitacre
- St. James' Episcopal Church; 8 Cornwall Street NW, Leesburg, VA
- <https://www.msva.org>
- Tickets available on our website or at Eventbrite
Sunday, March 8, 4:00-5:45 pm
Master Singers of Virginia Winter Concert
Featuring music by Bernstein, Pinkham, and Whitacre
- Harmony United Methodist Church, 380 E. Colonial Hwy, Hamilton, VA
- www.msva.org
- Available on our website or at Eventbrite
Streaming on demand, Anytime
Creative Contemplation Podcast, S4E3 James Lloyd
Suzanne Lago Arthur, host and creator of The Creative Contemplation Podcast has a delightful conversation with British Portrait Painter, James Lloyd about his exceptional career painting portraits of some of England's most extraordinary individuals including Sir Paul Smith, Dame Maggie Smith and the late Queen herself, Elizabeth the II.


