Perchfest Fall: A (Shrektastic!) Music & Mini Golf Festival

Perchfest Fall has a Shrektastic Twist: This weekend kicks off Broadway in Tysons Season Four opens at Capital One Hall with five performances of Shrek the Musical September 20th - 22nd. Perchfest will feature Shrek-themed activities and instagrammable moments throughout The Perch, as well as festive suites at The Watermark Hotel.

Perchfest is open to the public and free to attend, with a recommended donation to Miriam’s Kitchen. Guests are encouraged to register in advance and make a donation. Expect the same energy and vibe as previous Perchfest weekends with 17,000 attendees over the weekend. Note: all performances to Shrek The Musical at Capital One Hall are ticketed events.

What to expect

Event guests can experience Perch Putt (with a Shrek swamp twist), food trucks, and 20+ craft beers from Starr Hill Biergarten, along with their colossal collection of cans and live music from their amphitheater stage. Nothing in Between, Capital One Center’s boutique nail salon and spa, will be offering FREE pop-up massages on Friday afternoon, and soon-to-open Sisters Thai will host a tent with Thai-street food favorites on Friday. Capital One Hall’s Pop-up Box Office will be open on The Perch, offering attendees the opportunity to buy fee-free tickets to attend Shrek The Musical as well as other upcoming performances. Perchfest guests must remember to look UP at The Watermark Hotel and check out the Shrek suites and special festive guests rappelling down the hotel! Celebrate Fairfax will showcase products from Northern Virginia’s local makers and artisans on Saturday.

New street level experience: Capital One Center has expanded its retail and dining options on street level with opportunities to enjoy lunch or dinner at Ometeo, Stellina Pizzeria, Starr Hill Brew Pub or Wegmans with special Shrek-inspired menu items, such as Shrek-Green Margaritas at Ometeo! Starr Hill Brew Pub will also offer brunch and Perchfest After Dark live music both nights for guests who want to keep the party going!

For Perchfest guests looking for an Experience #LikeNoOther, The Watermark Hotel is offering exclusive VIP packages which include special access to festival perks, an upgraded suite overlooking The Perch, welcome amenities and more.

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Perchfest Program**

Friday, September 20th

2:00 pm - 6:00 pm Capital One Hall Pop Up Box Office on Great Lawn

2:00pm - 6:00pm Perch Putt Open (private charity mini golf tournament at Perch Putt – please note, Perch Putt will be closed to the public during this time)

Please contact meghan.trossen@capitalone.com for Perch Putt Open sponsorship information

5pm - 8pm Community Vendors on the Great Lawn

7:15pm Flip the Switch: Capital One Center campus turns green for the Shrektastic weekend

8pm Shrek the Musical at Capital One Hall (first performance, ticket required)

6pm Uncle Jesse Band at Starr Hill Biergarten

9pm  Rowdy Ace at Starr Hill Brewpub

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Saturday, September 21st

11am FitCoach Caroline Fitness Class at Starr Hill Biergarten

2pm Shrek the Musical at Capital One Hall (second performance, ticket required)

2pm Texas Chainsaw Horns at Starr Hill Biergarten

12pm - 6pm Celebrate Fairfax Presents the “Made in Fairfax” Pop-up Shop

2pm Green Cupcake Eating Contests Sponsored by Wegmans x Capital One Center

6pm Keeton at Starr Hill Biergarten

8pm Shrek the Musical at Capital One Hall (third performance, ticket required)

9pm Tyber Creek at Starr Hill Brewpub

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**Perchfest Schedule Subject to Change Based on Weather and Event

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Price: Tickets are free through Eventbrite and there is a suggested donation to Miriam’s Kitchen.

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Photo opps/visuals: This spectacular rooftop offers views of the entire Metro region.

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Can’t make it to Perchfest? Starr Hill has live music every Tuesday - Sunday evening, so it feels like Perchfest every time you visit! Check out their schedule here.