VOW COMMUNITY EVENTS · CHECKED OCTOBER 17, 2026
Ten event listings from the two-page VOW flyer. Dates, venues, and remaining details can change; follow each organizer’s page before travel.
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Virginia · Springfield
October 18, 2026
Sunday, October 18, 2026, 3–6 PM at American Legion Post 176 in Springfield, Virginia. The organizer lists this event as free and open to all ages. For questions, contact Vets’ Retreat Virginia at info@vetsretreatvirginia.org or 1-888-906-4593. No advance registration is listed.
Virginia · McLean
October 21, 2026
Wednesday, October 21, 2026, 6:30–9:30 PM at VFW McLean Post 8241, 1051 Spring Hill Road, McLean, Virginia 22102. The dated organizer listing gives 6:30 PM; no cover and membership is not required. Questions: info@vetsretreatvirginia.org or 1-888-906-4593.
Virginia · Naval Station Norfolk · Decatur Avenue · Norfolk
October 24, 2026
Saturday, October 24, 2026, 10 AM–5 PM at Naval Station Norfolk, Decatur Avenue, Norfolk, VA 23511; public entry is through Gate 2. The free open house features ship tours, demonstrations, entertainment, and family activities. Check the Navy event page for access and visitor requirements; no general attendee contact or advance registration is listed.
Virginia · Sterling
October 30, 2026–November 1
October 30–November 1, 2026, at DTC Expo Center, 21050 Dulles Town Circle, Sterling, Virginia 20166. Hours: Friday 1–8 PM, Saturday 9 AM–5 PM, Sunday 10 AM–5 PM. Contact Showmasters at 540-951-1344 or info@showmastersgunshows.com; see the official page for admission and current details.
Virginia · Fredericksburg
November 5, 2026
Thursday, November 5, 2026, 10 AM–2 PM at Germanna’s Fredericksburg Area Campus, V. Earl Dickinson Building (SP1), Student Lounge, 10000 Germanna Point Drive, Fredericksburg, Virginia 22408. Germanna’s RSVP form asks for a Germanna email and student ID, so visitors should confirm public attendance before registering. Contact snap@germanna.edu. Vets’ Retreat Virginia is listed as an exhibitor.
Virginia · Virginia Beach
November 6, 2026–November 8
November 6–8, 2026, in Virginia Beach. Public vendor and 4x4 expo hours are 10 AM–5 PM along the Oceanfront Boardwalk starting at 29th Street. The organizer’s 2901 Atlantic Avenue address is its stated event/contact location; packet pickup is at the Oceanfront Inn. General event questions: (302) 853-0619. See the official schedule for registration and participant requirements.
Virginia · Spotsylvania County
November 7, 2026
Saturday, November 7, 2026, 11 AM–2 PM in Spotsylvania County, Virginia. Vets’ Retreat Virginia plans to participate. The organizer page does not publish an exact venue; use its RSVP form and confirm the address before traveling. Questions: info@vetsretreatvirginia.org or 1-888-906-4593.
Virginia · Hamilton
November 11, 2026
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, from 9 AM in Hamilton, Virginia. The organizer lists the event as free and has an RSVP link, but its final flyer and exact venue are still pending. Confirm the address with Vets’ Retreat Virginia at info@vetsretreatvirginia.org or 1-888-906-4593 before traveling.
Connecticut · Hops on the Hill Brewery · 275 Dug Road · South Glastonbury
November 28, 2026
Saturday, November 28, 2026, 10 AM–1 PM Eastern at Hops on the Hill Brewery, 275 Dug Road, South Glastonbury. The 5-mile run and 5K run/walk start at 10 AM; the ruck starts at 10:05 AM. RunSignup lists a 5K ruck and kids program too. Adult entries were listed at $43.40 including fees and the kids program at $16.90 when checked October 17; confirm current prices and deadlines before registering. Contact admin@opendoorsoutdoors.org or (860) 573-3283.
Connecticut · Location forthcoming
December 4, 2026
Friday, December 4, 2026, 6–8 PM. Open Doors Outdoors lists this as its third annual family event and says more information is coming. The exact venue and registration details are not published yet. Contact admin@opendoorsoutdoors.org or (860) 573-3283, and check the official calendar for updates.
Veteran Ops Watch is an independent information resource and is not affiliated with the VA or the event organizers. Costs and attendance requirements vary; confirm them directly.