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Family Events

Quality family time is one of the hardest things for a family to find when their child has cancer. They need that time to reconnect as a family, share some fun and laughter, and strengthen their bond during a stressful time.

Special Love’s family programs are designed to do just that, by hosting opportunities throughout the year.

Upcoming Programs for Families
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Emergency Financial Relief Program

Special Love Octoberfest

A cancer diagnosis changes every aspect of a family’s life. Next to the well-being of a child, a parent’s most pressing concern is often financial.

Special Love provides emergency financial relief to Special Love families, as well as families who have not yet participated in our programing, to help with non-medical financial needs through the Kathy Russell Emergency Relief Fund.

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Family Day at Williamsburg Campground 2026

  • September 12
  • Williamsburg Campground

Join us for Family Day at the Williamsburg Campground. Arts and crafts, games, food, and fun for the whole family. The day runs from 10am-3pm (but you can stick around […]

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Oct 9 2026

Octoberfest Weekend 2026

  • October 9 - October 11
  • Northern Virginia 4-H Educational and Conference Center

Hold onto your haunted hats and save the date for Octoberfest, we’re going back to the Northern Virginia 4-H Center, home of the very first family weekend, for more fun […]


Dec 6 2026

Holiday Party 2026

  • December 6
  • Pearl Street Warehouse

Special Love’s annual Holiday Party is a kick-off for our families to what we hope will be a great holiday season. It’s also a chance thank our wonderful donors and […]


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