Top 5 Things To Do This Weekend February 6

From chocolate festivals to theater performances, there's plenty to enjoy in the Tysons area this weekend.

Feb. 6, 2026 at 8:23pm

The 34th Annual Chocolate Lovers Festival is returning to Fairfax City, offering a sweet weekend filled with chocolate treats, shopping, activities, and fun for all ages. The horror-comedy play "Drowner" is running at NextStop Theatre, while the Rumours tribute band brings the music of Fleetwood Mac to Capital One Hall. The Mark Morris Dance Group and Music Ensemble will perform at George Mason University's Center for the Arts, and Happenstance Theater is bringing their 20th anniversary show "Preposterous!" to Reston.

Why it matters

These events provide a diverse range of entertainment options for residents and visitors in the Tysons area, catering to different interests and age groups. The chocolate festival and theater productions offer family-friendly activities, while the music and dance performances cater to a more adult audience. These events help support the local arts and culture scene, driving economic activity and community engagement.

The details

The 34th Annual Chocolate Lovers Festival runs from Friday, February 6 through Sunday, February 8 in the City of Fairfax Historic District. "Drowner" is playing at NextStop Theatre from February 6 to February 22, with shows on Friday at 8pm, Saturday at 2pm and 8pm, and Sunday at 2pm. Rumours, the Fleetwood Mac tribute band, performs at Capital One Hall on Saturday, February 7 at 8pm. The Mark Morris Dance Group and Music Ensemble takes the stage at George Mason University's Center for the Arts on Saturday, February 7 at 8pm. Happenstance Theater's "Preposterous!" is showing at The Leila Gordon Theatre in Reston on Sunday, February 8 at 3pm.

  • The 34th Annual Chocolate Lovers Festival runs from Friday, February 6 through Sunday, February 8.
  • "Drowner" is playing at NextStop Theatre from February 6 to February 22.
  • Rumours performs at Capital One Hall on Saturday, February 7 at 8pm.
  • The Mark Morris Dance Group and Music Ensemble performs at George Mason University's Center for the Arts on Saturday, February 7 at 8pm.
  • Happenstance Theater's "Preposterous!" is showing at The Leila Gordon Theatre in Reston on Sunday, February 8 at 3pm.

The players

NextStop Theatre

A theater located in Herndon, Virginia that is hosting the production of "Drowner".

Rumours

A tribute band that meticulously recreates the music and persona of the legendary rock band Fleetwood Mac.

Mark Morris Dance Group and Music Ensemble

A renowned dance company and music ensemble that is performing a vibrant celebration of American music and dance at George Mason University's Center for the Arts.

Happenstance Theater

A theater company celebrating their 20th year and bringing their newest work "Preposterous!" to The Leila Gordon Theatre in Reston.

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The takeaway

This weekend's lineup of events in the Tysons area offers something for everyone, from sweet treats and family fun at the Chocolate Lovers Festival to high-quality music, dance, and theater performances that showcase the vibrant arts and culture scene in the region.