The 2009 Herndon Festival is today. The Herndon Festival of North Virginia is great for the family, with live music, artists, food and more.

Organizers say the following about this year’s event:

Now more than ever people need a free festival to gather with family and friends to celebrate! The Herndon Festival is that kind of event in Northern Virginia.

Stop by and visit the Volkswagen tent located by the Depot Stage. On Friday night there will be cars on display, Jetta TDI Race car and driver, games, face painting, and great give-a-ways. In additin, on Saturday from 2-3:30pm a DC United player will be at the Festival for autographs and on Sunday from 2-3:30pm the DC United mascot - Talon will be visiting the Festival.

The event runs through Sunday. Check out the lineup and more online at http://www.herndonfestival.net/.