Get Out: Patch's Pick-and-Choose Weekend Planner

It’s Thursday. The weekend is so close you can almost taste it. Downside? You’ve got no idea what to do during your two days of freedom.

Patch is coming to the rescue. We've picked out some of the best events around Fairfax County for your done-work-outta-here time. Is it 5 p.m. on Friday yet?

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Where/When: , 1234 Ingleside Ave., McLean. Friday, 7 p.m.

Why Go: If you've had a long work week and you're looking for a way to unwind, be sure to check out this event - as an added bonus, there will be great food and refreshments!

Pricing: $20 per person.

2. Benefit Concert featuring Vienna musician Robbie Schaefer

Where/When: , 120 Cherry St. SE, Vienna. Friday, 7:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.

Why Go: will be presenting this concert to raise money for the store's two foundations: Whole Planet Foundation and One Voice. All ticket proceeds will be donated to the organizations.

Pricing: Tickets are $15 and include raffle entry and refreshments.

3.

Where/When: , 220 N Washington St, Falls Church. Saturday, 8 p.m.

Why Go: This is D.C.'s biggest Mardi Gras celebration! If you're interested, be sure to grab some tickets - the event will likely sell out. As an added incentive, the first 200 party-goers inside the doors will receive free Mardi Gras masks!

Pricing: Tickets, $14.

4.

Where/When: , 3320 Jermantown Rd, Oakton. Saturday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Why Go: If you're looking for a job and interested in working in an independent school, then this job fair is for you. According to the event listing, "The hiring fair at Flint Hill features workshops, lunch, and interviews for prospective employees at independent schools." Visit the school's website for more information on the event.

Pricing: Free

5.

Where/When: Old Town Plaza in Fairfax City, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday.

Why Go: Come see chocolate art and treats showcased by professionals and amateurs. Visitors and professional judges will select the best entries in several categories. A silent auction will be held for donated sweets. Proceeds go to Chocolate Lovers Festival Committe, a non-profit organization.

Pricing: Pay $1 for admission, program and raffle ticket.

Please let us know if we missed any important - and fun! - events in your neck of the woods in the comments section.