The best book, hobby & craft shops in Fairfax County

“Chain for decorative paper, crafting supplies & quirky gifts, plus custom stationery.”

“The Paschal Lamb Books and Gifts is Northern Virginia’s go-to Catholic shop since 1987, a quick hop from Manassas, with over 6,000 items from solid apologetics and new releases to rosaries, scapulars, medals, prayer cards, and kid-friendly gifts. Solid place to deepen or share your faith.”

From the Manassas newsletter, September 20, 2026

“Chain retailer carrying art & hobby supplies plus home decor (most offer classes & custom framing).”

“Bookseller chain stocking housebrand eReader, plus a broad selection of titles for adults & kids.”

“Hashtag Gaming Arena hosts the largest casual and competitive TCG space in the Mid-Atlantic, with a weekly calendar full of Magic Commander, FNM, Pokémon, Lorcana, and even Gundam builds.”

From the Manassas newsletter, August 18, 2026

“Retail chain offering musical instruments, audio gear & accessories, plus rental & repair services.”

“Chain retailer carrying art & hobby supplies plus home decor (most offer classes & custom framing).”

“Chain retailer carrying art & hobby supplies plus home decor (most offer classes & custom framing).”

“School band season creeping up? Centreville Music Shop is the local, teacher-recommended spot for rentals, quality instruments for students through advancing players, quick professional repairs, and on-site lessons from piano to sax, with friendly guidance that gets Manassas musicians playing in tune fast.”

From the Manassas newsletter, September 7, 2026

“Part of a chain, this store offers instruments, amps, and recording equipment.”

“From first-day flute to Friday-night guitar, Alexandria Music Company keeps locals covered with rentals across strings, brass, woodwinds, percussion, keyboards and even PA systems, plus lessons that actually click. Perfect if your kid needs a cello tomorrow or your band needs sound gear, like, yesterday.”

From the Alexandria newsletter, September 24, 2026

“Retail chain offering musical instruments, audio gear & accessories, plus rental & repair services.”

“Chain carrying a variety of arts & crafts materials, plus party supplies, fabric & home-decor items.”

“Wide-ranging retailer carrying instruments, amps, DJ equipment, and lighting, plus repair services.”

“Chain retailer carrying art & hobby supplies plus home decor (most offer classes & custom framing).”

“Retail chain offering musical instruments, audio gear & accessories, plus rental & repair services.”

“Chain retailer carrying art & hobby supplies plus home decor (most offer classes & custom framing).”