Master Gardeners Bring Fall Festival to Del Ray’s Duncan Library Garden This Saturday
Join The Master Gardeners of Northern Virginia This Saturday, Free Plants, Historic Crafts, and Live Tunes: Duncan Library Garden Kicks Off Fall Festival Oct. 17
ALEXANDRIA, VA — Live music, free plants, pumpkins, and a garden scavenger hunt will welcome visitors to Del Ray this Saturday, October 17. The Master Gardeners of Northern Virginia will host their vibrant Fall Festival at the popular Duncan Library Garden.
Music, Mud, and Heritage
This family-friendly celebration runs from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 2501 Commonwealth Avenue. Throughout the afternoon, guests can discover hands-on gardening activities, plant sales, live demonstrations, and seasonal entertainment.
“Last year the event was a huge success,” said Cindy Robertson, festival co-coordinator. “This year we have even more fun activities, including live music, and lots of garden-related games. We will show you just how much fun it can be to learn about gardening!”
A Growing Del Ray Tradition
The Fall Festival represents one of three annual plant sales hosted by the Master Gardeners of Northern Virginia. This dedicated group serves both Alexandria and Arlington.
Moreover, the Duncan Library Garden serves as the ideal home for this autumn gathering. The event brings an expanded celebration of sustainable gardening, youth activities, and community education to Del Ray.
While plant sales fund local Master Gardener outreach, organizers emphasize that community education remains the primary purpose.
Explore Autumn Blooms and Win Prizes
Visitors can wander through the library’s thriving pollinator garden, seasonal pumpkin patch, and tall sunflower stalks.
Along the way, several garden-themed games offer attendees exciting opportunities to win free plants and decorative pumpkins.
Honoring America’s 250th Anniversary
Further, this year’s festival will also recognize America’s 250th anniversary. To mark the occasion, organizers plan to highlight historic gardening traditions alongside colonial crafts.
“In celebration of our nation’s 250th anniversary, we are highlighting historic horticulture practices and crafts,” said Lauren Kleissa, festival co-coordinator. “There will be something for everyone at the Fall Fest!”
Shop Plants, Pottery, and Expert Advice
Shoppers will find a wide variety of indoor and outdoor plants for purchase. In addition, guests can take home complimentary saplings and seedlings.
Meanwhile, Master Gardeners will offer practical guidance on garden maintenance and indoor plant care. As a result, local residents can readily prepare their green spaces for the colder months ahead.
Family Fun, Food, and Tool Sharpening
Beyond botany, visitors can browse handcrafted artisan pottery and enjoy interactive children’s crafts. Local food trucks and the Roaming Stone Tool Sharpener will also be on-site.
Ultimately, the event offers seasoned green thumbs and beginner gardeners a wonderful chance to embrace sustainable practices.
Green Thumbs And Great Fun
The Master Gardeners of Northern Virginia Fall Festival takes place Saturday, October 17, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event site is Duncan Library Garden, located at 2501 Commonwealth Avenue in Alexandria.
For complete event details, visit http://MGNV.org
