Friday has meaning. Saturday has choices.

Friday, September 11 from 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM; Saturday, September 12 from 12:00 PM to 9:00 PM One Family Brewing, 12890 Berlin Turnpike, Lovettsville

This two-day benefit combines remembrance, live country and rock music, local food and drink, and direct support for veteran and military families. Friday is the shorter start. Saturday carries the larger schedule, including a 4:30 PM presentation for the family of a fallen explosive ordnance disposal soldier.

Ticket prices started at about $23 when checked Thursday. Guests under 18 must attend with a parent or legal guardian. Bring a chair, and leave coolers and outside food or drink at home.

Saturday, September 12 and Sunday, September 13 from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM Great Country Farms, 18780 Foggy Bottom Road, Bluemont

This is the most complete family plan of the weekend. The farm has apple picking while supplies last, a 1.5-acre corn maze, pig races at 11:00 AM, 1:00 PM, and 3:00 PM, cider-pressing demonstrations, and the full play area.

Weekend admission is $18 at the gate for guests age 3 and older, or less in advance. Apples cost $2.99 per pound and are not included with admission. The farm operates rain or shine.

Saturday, September 12 from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM Morven Park main visitor parking lot, Leesburg

Five local nurseries bring flowers, vines, trees, shrubs, and ferns, while volunteers help match plants to real yards. Four short talks cover native volunteers, design, invasive plants, and getting started, so this works even if you are still figuring out what to buy.

Bring boxes to carry plants. The sale uses the main Morven Park entrance from Old Waterford Road.

Saturday, September 12 from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM Bear Chase Brewing Company, Bluemont

Bear Chase puts its Märzen on tap with German food, a market of more than 10 local vendors, a photo station, and live music. Yoko Says No starts at noon, and Kevin Hennessey follows at 5:30 PM if you want to stay into the evening.

The brewery is open until 10:00 PM Saturday. All ages are welcome, and the venue does not allow outside food.

Saturday, September 12; gates at 5:00 PM, music from 6:00 PM to 9:30 PM Tarara, Leesburg

Bad Animals brings a full Heart tribute to Shadow Lake during the final month of Tarara's outdoor concert season. It is the strongest Saturday night pick if you want a set plan, a big catalog, and room to spread out with friends.

Online general admission is $20 for guests over 21 and $10 for guests under 21, plus fees and tax. Adult admission is $25 at the door. Concerts run rain or shine, but check for weather updates before leaving.