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2024 Falls Church Memorial Day Parade & Festival
On May 27, 2024, the City of Falls Church celebrated its annual Memorial Day Parade and Festival, bringing the community together for a day full of fun and remembrance. The grand parade honored our veterans with local bands, vibrant floats, and marching units. Attendees enjoyed live music, delicious food, and a variety of family-friendly activities. The event was a memorable highlight of the year, capturing the spirit of togetherness and celebration. Browse through our photo gallery to relive the vibrant atmosphere and joyous moments.
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Brown’s Hardware Farewell Party
As we are losing one of the pillars of Falls Church City, and as we are developing a new face of the City, let’s gather to celebrate and commemorate the values from the past that we want to continue bringing forward.
Join us on Friday, March 28th from 6 to 9pm at Clare & Don’s Beach Shack.
• 7pm: Speeches from City leaders
• 8pm: “Hardware & History” Trivia
• 9pm: White Elephant Hardware Gift Exchange
• 8pm: “Hardware & History” Trivia
• 9pm: White Elephant Hardware Gift Exchange
Bring your favorite hardware in a gift bag to share!
Brown’s Event Links to Share:
- 👕 T-Shirt Purchase Link: https://www.bonfire.com/browns-hardware-farewell-celebration/
- 🔗 RSVP Link: https://www.facebook.com/share/1KfsaMhPqA/
- 📸 Here is the form to collect photos for Brown’s: https://forms.gle/3st4NA8QSoUzq1Ck8
- Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/share/15nfS4LrKJ/
- Instagram Post: https://www.instagram.com/p/DF2hyl5tv6Y/
- Facebook Post: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/19rCQ462Zh/

“The most important thing about the hardware store is taking care of the community” – John Taylor, Owner of Brown’s Hardware.
“I was struck by seeing a wall of Kiwanis Little League Sponsorships since 1985. These smiling kids are now fully grown adults. It had me reflecting on the perpetuity of time and place, constantly changing so slowly we don’t notice it day to day. But over time, core characteristics and core values remain, wearing different faces and moving through different hands over the generations.” – Olivia Jeffers, Owner Karma Yoga.
Falls Church City has always been a little bit quirky and independent. On the one hand trailblazing, being one of the first Virginia school districts to voluntarily integrate – on the other hand preserving our trees and protecting our space from over-development, while balancing the need to evolve and grow. If you walk down West Broad, you’ll see many owner-operated stores and independent businesses that create thriving and valuable third-spaces for the community.
“Brown’s Hardware has quite literally been a shining remnant of the spirit of what Falls Church has always represented since becoming an independent city in 1949, humbly yet efficiently serving the community in a veritable mutual admiration society.” Nick Benton, Owner of Falls Church News-Press.
Falls Church Fitness Challenge
Save the Date for the Falls Church Fitness Challenge
- April 1 – April 30, 2025
- Free | No Pre-registration Required
- This event is open to all Falls Church residents—kids, adults, and people of all fitness levels. City Government and School Employees are also encouraged to participate. Invite family, friends, and coworkers to join!
The City of Falls Church is celebrating its title as the Healthiest Community in America as recognized by U.S. News & World Report. We’re launching the Falls Church Fitness Challenge, a month-long event designed for all ages, abilities, and fitness levels to keep the momentum going. Whether you’re new to exercise or a seasoned pro, there’s something for everyone. From April 1 to 30, get moving, boost your mental well-being, and connect with the community—while earning rewards!
How It Works
- Get Started: Pick up or print your Fitness Challenge Passport starting April 1 at multiple city pickup locations.
- Challenge Your Way: Choose activities that match your fitness level throughout April 1-30, 2025.
- Get Active: Complete challenges to improve your health and win prizes: Fitness Challenge Decal, FC Sport Socks, FC Duffel Bag and more!
- Track Your Progress: Mark off completed challenges on your Fitness Challenge Bingo Board, and share photos on Instagram @fallschurchedo with #FallsChurchFit.
- Prizes & Raffles: Turn in your completed Fitness Challenge Passport by the end of the month to claim your prizes and enter our raffle!
Learn more at FallsChurchFitsss
Ice Cream Social at Cherry Hill Farm House
Cherry Hill celebrates the start of its open house season with some family fun! Join us for yard games, tours, and ice cream! You’ll also learn how ice cream was made in the 1800s. No registration is required.
https://www.facebook.com/events/1103612160987385/