Weekend Events in the DMV: Sept. 26-27

Don’t have anything planned for the weekend? Check out these family-friendly events in the DMV, including a charity run for superheroes and a pop culture convention!

RisuCon 2026

Sept. 26, 11 a.m.-7 p.m. | Gaithersburg, MD

Montgomery County’s local comics and anime convention, held at Montgomery County Fairgrounds and featuring cosplay contests, a children’s activity area and more

$30, free for children ages 12 and younger | risucon.com/risucon

5K Christalis SuperHero Run/Walk

Sept. 27, 9 a.m. | Takoma Park, MD

Suit up and roll out for this superhero-themed walk and run at Washington Adventist University, with proceeds benefiting Christalis’s work sending resources and aid to children in Uganda. 

$7-$40 | christalis.org/5k-run-walk

Hail to the Trail

Sept. 27, 1-4 p.m. | Purcellville, VA

Hail to the Trail is Purcellville’s annual green festival, focused on environmentally-friendly activities. Explore the Chapman DeMary Trail, the only old-growth forest in the area. 

Free | purcellvilleva.gov/999/Hail-to-the-Trail