
Events & Exhibitions at Workhouse
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Evil Dead the Musical
Evil Dead The Musical takes all the elements of the cult classic films The Evil Dead and Evil Dead 2 and combines them for one of the craziest, funniest, and bloodiest theatrical experiences of all time.
Five college students go to an abandoned cabin in the woods, and accidentally unleash an evil force that turns them all into demons. It’s all up to Ash (a housewares employee, turned demon-killing hero), and his trusty chainsaw to save the day. Blood flies. Limbs are dismembered. Demons tell bad jokes… and all to a rockin' musical score.
You don’t need to be a fan of Evil Dead to love this show. You don’t need to be a fan of horror to love this show. You don’t even need to be a fan of musicals to love this show. As long as you like having fun… this show is for you. Is it scary? No! Is it gory? No. This is a pure comedy start to finish. It has fun with the horror genre, and this combination of blood, jokes, cheesy effects, and really awesome musical numbers, Evil Dead The Musical is unlike any live show you’ve ever seen.

Evil Dead The Musical
Evil Dead The Musical takes all the elements of the cult classic films The Evil Dead and Evil Dead 2 and combines them for one of the craziest, funniest, and bloodiest theatrical experiences of all time.
Five college students go to an abandoned cabin in the woods, and accidentally unleash an evil force that turns them all into demons. It’s all up to Ash (a housewares employee, turned demon-killing hero), and his trusty chainsaw to save the day. Blood flies. Limbs are dismembered. Demons tell bad jokes… and all to a rockin' musical score.
You don’t need to be a fan of Evil Dead to love this show. You don’t need to be a fan of horror to love this show. You don’t even need to be a fan of musicals to love this show. As long as you like having fun… this show is for you. Is it scary? No! Is it gory? No. This is a pure comedy start to finish. It has fun with the horror genre, and this combination of blood, jokes, cheesy effects, and really awesome musical numbers, Evil Dead The Musical is unlike any live show you’ve ever seen.

Evil Dead The Musical
Evil Dead The Musical takes all the elements of the cult classic films The Evil Dead and Evil Dead 2 and combines them for one of the craziest, funniest, and bloodiest theatrical experiences of all time.
Five college students go to an abandoned cabin in the woods, and accidentally unleash an evil force that turns them all into demons. It’s all up to Ash (a housewares employee, turned demon-killing hero), and his trusty chainsaw to save the day. Blood flies. Limbs are dismembered. Demons tell bad jokes… and all to a rockin' musical score.
You don’t need to be a fan of Evil Dead to love this show. You don’t need to be a fan of horror to love this show. You don’t even need to be a fan of musicals to love this show. As long as you like having fun… this show is for you. Is it scary? No! Is it gory? No. This is a pure comedy start to finish. It has fun with the horror genre, and this combination of blood, jokes, cheesy effects, and really awesome musical numbers, Evil Dead The Musical is unlike any live show you’ve ever seen.

Historic Campus Walking Tour
Walking tour of the historic former prison site that is the Workhouse Art Center campus.

Evil Dead The Musical
Evil Dead The Musical takes all the elements of the cult classic films The Evil Dead and Evil Dead 2 and combines them for one of the craziest, funniest, and bloodiest theatrical experiences of all time.
Five college students go to an abandoned cabin in the woods, and accidentally unleash an evil force that turns them all into demons. It’s all up to Ash (a housewares employee, turned demon-killing hero), and his trusty chainsaw to save the day. Blood flies. Limbs are dismembered. Demons tell bad jokes… and all to a rockin' musical score.
You don’t need to be a fan of Evil Dead to love this show. You don’t need to be a fan of horror to love this show. You don’t even need to be a fan of musicals to love this show. As long as you like having fun… this show is for you. Is it scary? No! Is it gory? No. This is a pure comedy start to finish. It has fun with the horror genre, and this combination of blood, jokes, cheesy effects, and really awesome musical numbers, Evil Dead The Musical is unlike any live show you’ve ever seen.


Evil Dead The Musical
Evil Dead The Musical takes all the elements of the cult classic films The Evil Dead and Evil Dead 2 and combines them for one of the craziest, funniest, and bloodiest theatrical experiences of all time.
Five college students go to an abandoned cabin in the woods, and accidentally unleash an evil force that turns them all into demons. It’s all up to Ash (a housewares employee, turned demon-killing hero), and his trusty chainsaw to save the day. Blood flies. Limbs are dismembered. Demons tell bad jokes… and all to a rockin' musical score.
You don’t need to be a fan of Evil Dead to love this show. You don’t need to be a fan of horror to love this show. You don’t even need to be a fan of musicals to love this show. As long as you like having fun… this show is for you. Is it scary? No! Is it gory? No. This is a pure comedy start to finish. It has fun with the horror genre, and this combination of blood, jokes, cheesy effects, and really awesome musical numbers, Evil Dead The Musical is unlike any live show you’ve ever seen.

Haunt Apokalypse: Kingdom of Shadows
Workhouse Halloween
Apokalypse: Kingdom of Shadows
With the darkness that shadows the end of each day, the air hangs heavily with the stench of rot and fear, a grim perfume for the imminent doom ahead. In the darkness, evil is awakened and runs with a restless energy—to overtake our world for all time. The final screams echo from shattered windows – screams that may be your own as you venture deeper into this story. As you step into this hollowed-out world, you'll confront the specters and learn that Apokalypse has a memory, and it's here to show you everything you have most feared. Are you brave enough?
The Halloween spirits will get loud every night of the holiday celebration, with our House DJ Emcee and Premium Saturday Nights of live music in our central quad, which also serves as the check-in area and ‘virtual line’ for all parts of the event which includes Haunted Trails and other exciting activities for all! The slate of live entertainment will be updated on our website and ticketing pages over the next weeks. The House DJ Emcee party and concerts are free of charge to attend, even for those who have not purchased Haunted Trails tickets. Light fare, snacks, soft drinks, craft beer, select wines, themed-specialty drinks, and select souvenir merchandise will be available for purchase on campus.
New To This Season-
For this first time- we are offering multiple experiences to give us plenty of time to make you scream and laugh and celebrate Halloween! Check out the experiences offered this season!

Freedom Fest
Freedom Fest returns on October 11, 2025, at the Workhouse Arts Center in Lorton, VA! Celebrate with live music, food, games, and family-friendly fun while supporting our military, veterans, and first responders. All proceeds benefit mental health and service dog nonprofits.

Historic Campus Walking Tour
Explore the fascinating history and artistic transformation of the former Lorton prison during a Campus Walking Tour at Workhouse Arts Center. This guided tour offers a closer look at the site's historic architecture, its evolution into a thriving arts hub, and the artists who call it home.

Evil Dead The Musical
Evil Dead The Musical takes all the elements of the cult classic films The Evil Dead and Evil Dead 2 and combines them for one of the craziest, funniest, and bloodiest theatrical experiences of all time.
Five college students go to an abandoned cabin in the woods, and accidentally unleash an evil force that turns them all into demons. It’s all up to Ash (a housewares employee, turned demon-killing hero), and his trusty chainsaw to save the day. Blood flies. Limbs are dismembered. Demons tell bad jokes… and all to a rockin' musical score.
You don’t need to be a fan of Evil Dead to love this show. You don’t need to be a fan of horror to love this show. You don’t even need to be a fan of musicals to love this show. As long as you like having fun… this show is for you. Is it scary? No! Is it gory? No. This is a pure comedy start to finish. It has fun with the horror genre, and this combination of blood, jokes, cheesy effects, and really awesome musical numbers, Evil Dead The Musical is unlike any live show you’ve ever seen.

Reception for Solipsis by Lydia Semenov
Solipsis is a collection of work by a biologist and self-taught artist that offers viewers a dreamlike window into the inimitable beauty of various flora and fauna, often highlighting species who aren’t usually viewed as beautiful or praiseworthy. Lydia’s art style mixes realism with the abstract, using micron pens and black gouache to create both bold and textually detailed visuals.

Evil Dead The Musical
Evil Dead The Musical takes all the elements of the cult classic films The Evil Dead and Evil Dead 2 and combines them for one of the craziest, funniest, and bloodiest theatrical experiences of all time.
Five college students go to an abandoned cabin in the woods, and accidentally unleash an evil force that turns them all into demons. It’s all up to Ash (a housewares employee, turned demon-killing hero), and his trusty chainsaw to save the day. Blood flies. Limbs are dismembered. Demons tell bad jokes… and all to a rockin' musical score.
You don’t need to be a fan of Evil Dead to love this show. You don’t need to be a fan of horror to love this show. You don’t even need to be a fan of musicals to love this show. As long as you like having fun… this show is for you. Is it scary? No! Is it gory? No. This is a pure comedy start to finish. It has fun with the horror genre, and this combination of blood, jokes, cheesy effects, and really awesome musical numbers, Evil Dead The Musical is unlike any live show you’ve ever seen.

Haunt Apokalypse: Kingdom of Shadows
Workhouse Halloween
Apokalypse: Kingdom of Shadows
With the darkness that shadows the end of each day, the air hangs heavily with the stench of rot and fear, a grim perfume for the imminent doom ahead. In the darkness, evil is awakened and runs with a restless energy—to overtake our world for all time. The final screams echo from shattered windows – screams that may be your own as you venture deeper into this story. As you step into this hollowed-out world, you'll confront the specters and learn that Apokalypse has a memory, and it's here to show you everything you have most feared. Are you brave enough?
The Halloween spirits will get loud every night of the holiday celebration, with our House DJ Emcee and Premium Saturday Nights of live music in our central quad, which also serves as the check-in area and ‘virtual line’ for all parts of the event which includes Haunted Trails and other exciting activities for all! The slate of live entertainment will be updated on our website and ticketing pages over the next weeks. The House DJ Emcee party and concerts are free of charge to attend, even for those who have not purchased Haunted Trails tickets. Light fare, snacks, soft drinks, craft beer, select wines, themed-specialty drinks, and select souvenir merchandise will be available for purchase on campus.
New To This Season-
For this first time- we are offering multiple experiences to give us plenty of time to make you scream and laugh and celebrate Halloween! Check out the experiences offered this season!

Historic Campus Walking Tour
Walking tour of the historic former prison site that is the Workhouse Art Center campus.

Haunt Apokalypse: Kingdom of Shadows
Workhouse Halloween
Apokalypse: Kingdom of Shadows
With the darkness that shadows the end of each day, the air hangs heavily with the stench of rot and fear, a grim perfume for the imminent doom ahead. In the darkness, evil is awakened and runs with a restless energy—to overtake our world for all time. The final screams echo from shattered windows – screams that may be your own as you venture deeper into this story. As you step into this hollowed-out world, you'll confront the specters and learn that Apokalypse has a memory, and it's here to show you everything you have most feared. Are you brave enough?
The Halloween spirits will get loud every night of the holiday celebration, with our House DJ Emcee and Premium Saturday Nights of live music in our central quad, which also serves as the check-in area and ‘virtual line’ for all parts of the event which includes Haunted Trails and other exciting activities for all! The slate of live entertainment will be updated on our website and ticketing pages over the next weeks. The House DJ Emcee party and concerts are free of charge to attend, even for those who have not purchased Haunted Trails tickets. Light fare, snacks, soft drinks, craft beer, select wines, themed-specialty drinks, and select souvenir merchandise will be available for purchase on campus.
New To This Season-
For this first time- we are offering multiple experiences to give us plenty of time to make you scream and laugh and celebrate Halloween! Check out the experiences offered this season!

Fall Fest
Workhouse Fall Fest is a celebration of community and family where nostalgia and the arts combine to bring back the memories of your youth while creating new memories for all ages. Create your own traditions in the pumpkin patch on the historic baseball field, shop local artisans, and experience a classic fall festival with a variety of interactive activities, experiences, food, drinks, & fun.
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Evil Dead the Musical
Evil Dead The Musical takes all the elements of the cult classic films The Evil Dead and Evil Dead 2 and combines them for one of the craziest, funniest, and bloodiest theatrical experiences of all time.
Five college students go to an abandoned cabin in the woods, and accidentally unleash an evil force that turns them all into demons. It’s all up to Ash (a housewares employee, turned demon-killing hero), and his trusty chainsaw to save the day. Blood flies. Limbs are dismembered. Demons tell bad jokes… and all to a rockin' musical score.
You don’t need to be a fan of Evil Dead to love this show. You don’t need to be a fan of horror to love this show. You don’t even need to be a fan of musicals to love this show. As long as you like having fun… this show is for you. Is it scary? No! Is it gory? No. This is a pure comedy start to finish. It has fun with the horror genre, and this combination of blood, jokes, cheesy effects, and really awesome musical numbers, Evil Dead The Musical is unlike any live show you’ve ever seen.

Haunt Apokalypse: Kingdom of Shadows
Workhouse Halloween
Apokalypse: Kingdom of Shadows
With the darkness that shadows the end of each day, the air hangs heavily with the stench of rot and fear, a grim perfume for the imminent doom ahead. In the darkness, evil is awakened and runs with a restless energy—to overtake our world for all time. The final screams echo from shattered windows – screams that may be your own as you venture deeper into this story. As you step into this hollowed-out world, you'll confront the specters and learn that Apokalypse has a memory, and it's here to show you everything you have most feared. Are you brave enough?
The Halloween spirits will get loud every night of the holiday celebration, with our House DJ Emcee and Premium Saturday Nights of live music in our central quad, which also serves as the check-in area and ‘virtual line’ for all parts of the event which includes Haunted Trails and other exciting activities for all! The slate of live entertainment will be updated on our website and ticketing pages over the next weeks. The House DJ Emcee party and concerts are free of charge to attend, even for those who have not purchased Haunted Trails tickets. Light fare, snacks, soft drinks, craft beer, select wines, themed-specialty drinks, and select souvenir merchandise will be available for purchase on campus.
New To This Season-
For this first time- we are offering multiple experiences to give us plenty of time to make you scream and laugh and celebrate Halloween! Check out the experiences offered this season!
Fall Fest
Workhouse Fall Fest is a collaborative event with Potomac Music that is a celebration of community and family where nostalgia, music, and art combine to bring back the memories of your youth while creating new memories for all ages.
Create your own traditions in the pumpkin patch on the historic baseball field, shop local artisans, and experience a classic fall festival with a variety of interactive activities, experiences, food, drinks, and fun.

The Art of Letting Go - Sound Bath with Iris McCray
The Art of Letting Go
‘The art of letting go’ is the purpose of the Sound Bath in October.
The necessity and simplicity of ‘letting go’ is often overlooked in the strive to satisfy the next objective or when we find ourselves in a senseless void. Albeit, ‘letting go’ and ‘receiving’ are two essential aspects of how energy flows much like the exhale and the inhale of the breath, our focus seems to be one-sided.
Common signs for an invitation to ‘let go’ are excess of physical accumulations, bodily pain and tension, emotional hurts, compulsive thinking or a feeling of overwhelm. Ignoring these indications for long burdens us unnecessarily and keeps tremendous energy locked away which otherwise would find much better use in our favor.
How then can relaxation help us with letting go when there is so much to do?
When we truly relax, we access an underlying truth within, freed from the interferences of the restless mind. From that deeper connection with ourselves we naturally begin to let go of the stories and activities which sustain the problem. We then return to our natural flow where releasing even a minuscule thing can start a cascade of positive subsequent events – hence the ripple effect.
One of the most graceful ways to deeply relax is through sound and its harmonizing effect on the whole being. Featured this month are fascinating vibrations of innovative Rain Sticks & Rain Disc, soothing sounds of Crystal Singing Bowls, the stabilizing acoustic field of the Sound Pyramid among other sound healing instruments.

Evil Dead The Musical
Evil Dead The Musical takes all the elements of the cult classic films The Evil Dead and Evil Dead 2 and combines them for one of the craziest, funniest, and bloodiest theatrical experiences of all time.
Five college students go to an abandoned cabin in the woods, and accidentally unleash an evil force that turns them all into demons. It’s all up to Ash (a housewares employee, turned demon-killing hero), and his trusty chainsaw to save the day. Blood flies. Limbs are dismembered. Demons tell bad jokes… and all to a rockin' musical score.
You don’t need to be a fan of Evil Dead to love this show. You don’t need to be a fan of horror to love this show. You don’t even need to be a fan of musicals to love this show. As long as you like having fun… this show is for you. Is it scary? No! Is it gory? No. This is a pure comedy start to finish. It has fun with the horror genre, and this combination of blood, jokes, cheesy effects, and really awesome musical numbers, Evil Dead The Musical is unlike any live show you’ve ever seen.

Haunt Apokalypse: Kingdom of Shadows
Workhouse Halloween
Apokalypse: Kingdom of Shadows
With the darkness that shadows the end of each day, the air hangs heavily with the stench of rot and fear, a grim perfume for the imminent doom ahead. In the darkness, evil is awakened and runs with a restless energy—to overtake our world for all time. The final screams echo from shattered windows – screams that may be your own as you venture deeper into this story. As you step into this hollowed-out world, you'll confront the specters and learn that Apokalypse has a memory, and it's here to show you everything you have most feared. Are you brave enough?
The Halloween spirits will get loud every night of the holiday celebration, with our House DJ Emcee and Premium Saturday Nights of live music in our central quad, which also serves as the check-in area and ‘virtual line’ for all parts of the event which includes Haunted Trails and other exciting activities for all! The slate of live entertainment will be updated on our website and ticketing pages over the next weeks. The House DJ Emcee party and concerts are free of charge to attend, even for those who have not purchased Haunted Trails tickets. Light fare, snacks, soft drinks, craft beer, select wines, themed-specialty drinks, and select souvenir merchandise will be available for purchase on campus.
New To This Season-
For this first time- we are offering multiple experiences to give us plenty of time to make you scream and laugh and celebrate Halloween! Check out the experiences offered this season!

Learning at Lunch: The Community and the Closure
Museum docents and long-time residents Neal McBride and Joe Amman will share their personal accounts and news highlights from this challenging period, providing a unique perspective on the long, drawn-out process of the prison's closure.

Haunt Apokalypse: Kingdom of Shadows
Workhouse Halloween
Apokalypse: Kingdom of Shadows
With the darkness that shadows the end of each day, the air hangs heavily with the stench of rot and fear, a grim perfume for the imminent doom ahead. In the darkness, evil is awakened and runs with a restless energy—to overtake our world for all time. The final screams echo from shattered windows – screams that may be your own as you venture deeper into this story. As you step into this hollowed-out world, you'll confront the specters and learn that Apokalypse has a memory, and it's here to show you everything you have most feared. Are you brave enough?
The Halloween spirits will get loud every night of the holiday celebration, with our House DJ Emcee and Premium Saturday Nights of live music in our central quad, which also serves as the check-in area and ‘virtual line’ for all parts of the event which includes Haunted Trails and other exciting activities for all! The slate of live entertainment will be updated on our website and ticketing pages over the next weeks. The House DJ Emcee party and concerts are free of charge to attend, even for those who have not purchased Haunted Trails tickets. Light fare, snacks, soft drinks, craft beer, select wines, themed-specialty drinks, and select souvenir merchandise will be available for purchase on campus.
New To This Season-
For this first time- we are offering multiple experiences to give us plenty of time to make you scream and laugh and celebrate Halloween! Check out the experiences offered this season!

EqualiTEA: Tea & Tour
In celebration of what have been Lucy Burn’s 146 birthday, the Lorton Prison Museum featuring the Lucy Burns Gallery is hosting an afternoon EqualiTEA to honor both Lucy Burns and all the women important to the suffrage movement.

Evil Dead The Musical
Evil Dead The Musical takes all the elements of the cult classic films The Evil Dead and Evil Dead 2 and combines them for one of the craziest, funniest, and bloodiest theatrical experiences of all time.
Five college students go to an abandoned cabin in the woods, and accidentally unleash an evil force that turns them all into demons. It’s all up to Ash (a housewares employee, turned demon-killing hero), and his trusty chainsaw to save the day. Blood flies. Limbs are dismembered. Demons tell bad jokes… and all to a rockin' musical score.
You don’t need to be a fan of Evil Dead to love this show. You don’t need to be a fan of horror to love this show. You don’t even need to be a fan of musicals to love this show. As long as you like having fun… this show is for you. Is it scary? No! Is it gory? No. This is a pure comedy start to finish. It has fun with the horror genre, and this combination of blood, jokes, cheesy effects, and really awesome musical numbers, Evil Dead The Musical is unlike any live show you’ve ever seen.

Haunt Apokalypse: Kingdom of Shadows
Workhouse Halloween
Apokalypse: Kingdom of Shadows
With the darkness that shadows the end of each day, the air hangs heavily with the stench of rot and fear, a grim perfume for the imminent doom ahead. In the darkness, evil is awakened and runs with a restless energy—to overtake our world for all time. The final screams echo from shattered windows – screams that may be your own as you venture deeper into this story. As you step into this hollowed-out world, you'll confront the specters and learn that Apokalypse has a memory, and it's here to show you everything you have most feared. Are you brave enough?
The Halloween spirits will get loud every night of the holiday celebration, with our House DJ Emcee and Premium Saturday Nights of live music in our central quad, which also serves as the check-in area and ‘virtual line’ for all parts of the event which includes Haunted Trails and other exciting activities for all! The slate of live entertainment will be updated on our website and ticketing pages over the next weeks. The House DJ Emcee party and concerts are free of charge to attend, even for those who have not purchased Haunted Trails tickets. Light fare, snacks, soft drinks, craft beer, select wines, themed-specialty drinks, and select souvenir merchandise will be available for purchase on campus.
New To This Season-
For this first time- we are offering multiple experiences to give us plenty of time to make you scream and laugh and celebrate Halloween! Check out the experiences offered this season!

Evil Dead The Musical
Evil Dead The Musical takes all the elements of the cult classic films The Evil Dead and Evil Dead 2 and combines them for one of the craziest, funniest, and bloodiest theatrical experiences of all time.
Five college students go to an abandoned cabin in the woods, and accidentally unleash an evil force that turns them all into demons. It’s all up to Ash (a housewares employee, turned demon-killing hero), and his trusty chainsaw to save the day. Blood flies. Limbs are dismembered. Demons tell bad jokes… and all to a rockin' musical score.
You don’t need to be a fan of Evil Dead to love this show. You don’t need to be a fan of horror to love this show. You don’t even need to be a fan of musicals to love this show. As long as you like having fun… this show is for you. Is it scary? No! Is it gory? No. This is a pure comedy start to finish. It has fun with the horror genre, and this combination of blood, jokes, cheesy effects, and really awesome musical numbers, Evil Dead The Musical is unlike any live show you’ve ever seen.

Haunt Apokalypse: Kingdom of Shadows
Workhouse Halloween
Apokalypse: Kingdom of Shadows
With the darkness that shadows the end of each day, the air hangs heavily with the stench of rot and fear, a grim perfume for the imminent doom ahead. In the darkness, evil is awakened and runs with a restless energy—to overtake our world for all time. The final screams echo from shattered windows – screams that may be your own as you venture deeper into this story. As you step into this hollowed-out world, you'll confront the specters and learn that Apokalypse has a memory, and it's here to show you everything you have most feared. Are you brave enough?
The Halloween spirits will get loud every night of the holiday celebration, with our House DJ Emcee and Premium Saturday Nights of live music in our central quad, which also serves as the check-in area and ‘virtual line’ for all parts of the event which includes Haunted Trails and other exciting activities for all! The slate of live entertainment will be updated on our website and ticketing pages over the next weeks. The House DJ Emcee party and concerts are free of charge to attend, even for those who have not purchased Haunted Trails tickets. Light fare, snacks, soft drinks, craft beer, select wines, themed-specialty drinks, and select souvenir merchandise will be available for purchase on campus.
New To This Season-
For this first time- we are offering multiple experiences to give us plenty of time to make you scream and laugh and celebrate Halloween! Check out the experiences offered this season!

Haunt Apokalypse: Kingdom of Shadows
Workhouse Halloween
Apokalypse: Kingdom of Shadows
With the darkness that shadows the end of each day, the air hangs heavily with the stench of rot and fear, a grim perfume for the imminent doom ahead. In the darkness, evil is awakened and runs with a restless energy—to overtake our world for all time. The final screams echo from shattered windows – screams that may be your own as you venture deeper into this story. As you step into this hollowed-out world, you'll confront the specters and learn that Apokalypse has a memory, and it's here to show you everything you have most feared. Are you brave enough?
The Halloween spirits will get loud every night of the holiday celebration, with our House DJ Emcee and Premium Saturday Nights of live music in our central quad, which also serves as the check-in area and ‘virtual line’ for all parts of the event which includes Haunted Trails and other exciting activities for all! The slate of live entertainment will be updated on our website and ticketing pages over the next weeks. The House DJ Emcee party and concerts are free of charge to attend, even for those who have not purchased Haunted Trails tickets. Light fare, snacks, soft drinks, craft beer, select wines, themed-specialty drinks, and select souvenir merchandise will be available for purchase on campus.
New To This Season-
For this first time- we are offering multiple experiences to give us plenty of time to make you scream and laugh and celebrate Halloween! Check out the experiences offered this season!

Evil Dead The Musical
Evil Dead The Musical takes all the elements of the cult classic films The Evil Dead and Evil Dead 2 and combines them for one of the craziest, funniest, and bloodiest theatrical experiences of all time.
Five college students go to an abandoned cabin in the woods, and accidentally unleash an evil force that turns them all into demons. It’s all up to Ash (a housewares employee, turned demon-killing hero), and his trusty chainsaw to save the day. Blood flies. Limbs are dismembered. Demons tell bad jokes… and all to a rockin' musical score.
You don’t need to be a fan of Evil Dead to love this show. You don’t need to be a fan of horror to love this show. You don’t even need to be a fan of musicals to love this show. As long as you like having fun… this show is for you. Is it scary? No! Is it gory? No. This is a pure comedy start to finish. It has fun with the horror genre, and this combination of blood, jokes, cheesy effects, and really awesome musical numbers, Evil Dead The Musical is unlike any live show you’ve ever seen.

Workhouse Halloween Ball (Special Engagement)
Introducing a NEW exclusive VIP Halloween Ball -limited space available! The Workhouse Haunt has been a signature staple of our community since 2014, and this season offers new many new adventures! Among them a one-night only VIP event to commemorate the end of this Haunt Season (or, true fans of the Halloween Season, you may think of it as the FIRST Halloween Party counting down until October 31, 2026!)


Evil Dead The Musical
Evil Dead The Musical takes all the elements of the cult classic films The Evil Dead and Evil Dead 2 and combines them for one of the craziest, funniest, and bloodiest theatrical experiences of all time.
Five college students go to an abandoned cabin in the woods, and accidentally unleash an evil force that turns them all into demons. It’s all up to Ash (a housewares employee, turned demon-killing hero), and his trusty chainsaw to save the day. Blood flies. Limbs are dismembered. Demons tell bad jokes… and all to a rockin' musical score.
You don’t need to be a fan of Evil Dead to love this show. You don’t need to be a fan of horror to love this show. You don’t even need to be a fan of musicals to love this show. As long as you like having fun… this show is for you. Is it scary? No! Is it gory? No. This is a pure comedy start to finish. It has fun with the horror genre, and this combination of blood, jokes, cheesy effects, and really awesome musical numbers, Evil Dead The Musical is unlike any live show you’ve ever seen.

Learning at Lunch: OAR
Derwin Overton, Executive Director of OAR NOVA (Opportunities, Alternatives, and Resources) will discuss how OAR has been working for over 50 years to rebuild lives and create safer communities by providing resources and support to individuals and families impacted by the justice system. We're also hosting our annual toy drive! Please consider bringing a donation.

Reception for 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea by Mia Klavon
Mia’s style is deeply rooted in pop surrealism and fantasy. Her whimsical pieces range from loose lines to a more detailed, resolved look. Mia draws upon her wood finishing background to create most of her paintings using those techniques.
This exhibition is the culmination of Mia’s two-year residency as the Workhouse Military in the Arts Initiative (WMAI) Artist in Residence.

Higher Purpose - Sound Bath with Iris McCray
Experience a rare and powerful sound bath at Higher Purpose on September 21 at Workhouse Arts Center. Featuring the vintage Golden Nipple Gong and a sacred soundscape, this immersive journey will help you align with your unique path and purpose.

Evil Dead the Musical
Evil Dead The Musical takes all the elements of the cult classic films The Evil Dead and Evil Dead 2 and combines them for one of the craziest, funniest, and bloodiest theatrical experiences of all time.
Five college students go to an abandoned cabin in the woods, and accidentally unleash an evil force that turns them all into demons. It’s all up to Ash (a housewares employee, turned demon-killing hero), and his trusty chainsaw to save the day. Blood flies. Limbs are dismembered. Demons tell bad jokes… and all to a rockin' musical score.
You don’t need to be a fan of Evil Dead to love this show. You don’t need to be a fan of horror to love this show. You don’t even need to be a fan of musicals to love this show. As long as you like having fun… this show is for you. Is it scary? No! Is it gory? No. This is a pure comedy start to finish. It has fun with the horror genre, and this combination of blood, jokes, cheesy effects, and really awesome musical numbers, Evil Dead The Musical is unlike any live show you’ve ever seen.

Evil Dead the Musical
Evil Dead The Musical takes all the elements of the cult classic films The Evil Dead and Evil Dead 2 and combines them for one of the craziest, funniest, and bloodiest theatrical experiences of all time.
Five college students go to an abandoned cabin in the woods, and accidentally unleash an evil force that turns them all into demons. It’s all up to Ash (a housewares employee, turned demon-killing hero), and his trusty chainsaw to save the day. Blood flies. Limbs are dismembered. Demons tell bad jokes… and all to a rockin' musical score.
You don’t need to be a fan of Evil Dead to love this show. You don’t need to be a fan of horror to love this show. You don’t even need to be a fan of musicals to love this show. As long as you like having fun… this show is for you. Is it scary? No! Is it gory? No. This is a pure comedy start to finish. It has fun with the horror genre, and this combination of blood, jokes, cheesy effects, and really awesome musical numbers, Evil Dead The Musical is unlike any live show you’ve ever seen.

Learning at Lunch: Lorton and (De)Segregation
Each month, the Lorton Prison Museum invites an expert to tackle a topic related to our complicated past. All attendees are invited to visit the museum following the program. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own lunch; snacks and beverages available for purchase in the W16 Visitor Center.

Historic Campus Walking Tour
Walking tour of the historic former prison site that is the Workhouse Art Center campus.

Reception: Watercolor Wonders A Showcase of Excellence by Potomac Valley Watercolorists
The highest standards of skill, creativity and commitment to water media. Watercolor is a challenging medium, but this exhibit will show how skilled artists can take it and create paintings with stunning levels of variety, vibrancy and versatility.

Second Saturday Art Walk
As fall fills the air with music and creativity, the Workhouse campus comes alive for Second Saturday! Meet artists in their studios, explore vibrant galleries, shop local art, and enjoy music, food, drinks, and unforgettable experiences. Whether you're a seasoned art lover or just out for a night of fun—there’s something here for everyone.
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The Wrink
This outdoor roller-skating rink will take over a portion of the North Parking Lot on Saturday the 13th as part of our Second Saturday celebration. Bring your own roller skates or blades and glide to killer music, soak up the good vibes, and stick around after sunset when the rink lights up for an unforgettable evening spin.
Participation is free (yes, free!), but skaters must bring their own wheels — and please, no skateboards or scooters. Whether you're a pro on wheels or just in it for the groove, The Wrink is your new favorite summer hangout.

Historic Campus Walking Tour
Explore the fascinating history and artistic transformation of the former Lorton prison during a Campus Walking Tour at Workhouse Arts Center. This guided tour offers a closer look at the site's historic architecture, its evolution into a thriving arts hub, and the artists who call it home.

Historic Campus Walking Tour
Walking tour of the historic former prison site that is the Workhouse Art Center campus.

Celebrate Women's Equality Day
Join us at the Lorton Prison Museum to honor the courageous suffragists, including Lucy Burns and the National Woman's Party, who fought for the right to vote. Explore their powerful story, engage with author Alice Reagan, and enjoy free suffrage crafts for all ages!

Stand Up Comedy Nights with Rahmein Mostafavi
Join us for an evening of side-splitting comedy on June 21! Hosted by Rahmein Mostafavi, this special show features top-tier comedians from across the region. Held in the Muse Gallery at Workhouse Arts Center, seating is limited—don’t miss it!

Learning at Lunch: The Smithsonian and Lorton
The Smithsonian’s Anacostia Community Museum (ACM) has a long history of engagement with the Lorton Correctional Complex. Archivist Jennifer Morris shares information and examples from ACM’s collection.

Historic Campus Walking Tour
Walking tour of the historic former prison site that is the Workhouse Art Center campus.

Born to Live - Sound Bath with Iris McCray
Step into a transformative journey at Born to Live: A Sound Healing Experience. Through masterfully played instruments—including a surprise healing element—you’ll be guided to release limitations and rediscover the joy of living fully.

The Wrink
Get ready to roll at The Wrink—a one-night-only roller-skating pop-up at Workhouse Arts Center! On August 9, bring your own skates and enjoy music, lights, and good vibes as part of our Second Saturday Open House & Art Walk

Historic Campus Walking Tour
Explore the fascinating history and artistic transformation of the former Lorton prison during a Campus Walking Tour at Workhouse Arts Center. This guided tour offers a closer look at the site's historic architecture, its evolution into a thriving arts hub, and the artists who call it home.

SOUQ Social Markets
Join us on Saturday, August 9, from 4–9 PM for SOUQ at the Workhouse Arts Center — a lively evening market featuring halal cuisine, curated vendors, and rich cultural experiences. Explore the vibrant Muslim market, support Workhouse artists, and connect with community in one dynamic gathering space.

Historic Campus Walking Tour
Walking tour of the historic former prison site that is the Workhouse Art Center campus.

Exhibit: Marine Life by Sarah Wicks
Miniature glass sculptures and oceanic jewelry bring the sea to life in this solo exhibit by Sarah Wicks.

Masterpiece Mini Golf
Don’t miss Masterpiece Mini Golf at the Workhouse, July 24–27! This interactive 18-hole course transforms famous artworks into a playful, hands-on experience for all ages—part gallery, part game, and totally unforgettable.

Birthday EqualiTEA
In celebration of what have been Lucy Burn’s 146 birthday, the Lorton Prison Museum featuring the Lucy Burns Gallery is hosting an afternoon EqualiTEA to honor both Lucy Burns and all the women important to the suffrage movement.

Learning at Lunch: Troublemakers of the NWP
Join Susan Philpott from the National Park Service for an engaging discussion of the confrontational campaigns developed by Alice Paul, Lucy Burns, and the National Woman's Party in the fight for women's right to vote.

Masterpiece Mini Golf
Don’t miss Masterpiece Mini Golf at the Workhouse, July 31–August 3! This interactive 18-hole course transforms famous artworks into a playful, hands-on experience for all ages—part gallery, part game, and totally unforgettable.

'In The Flow' Sound Bath with Iris McCray
Relax into harmony during In the Flow, a guided sound healing experience using Dolphin Singing Bowls, Crystal Tones, and meditative instruments. Let the sounds guide you to balance and inner peace.

Stand Up Comedy Nights with Rahmein Mostafavi
Join us for an evening of side-splitting comedy on June 21! Hosted by Rahmein Mostafavi, this special show features top-tier comedians from across the region. Held in the Muse Gallery at Workhouse Arts Center, seating is limited—don’t miss it!

Historic Campus Walking Tour
Walking tour of the historic former prison site that is the Workhouse Art Center campus.

2nd Saturday Open House & Art Walk
Celebrate summer creativity at the 2nd Saturday Open House & Art Walk on July 12 at the Workhouse Arts Center! Enjoy live Go-Go music by Chuck Brown, shop the vibrant Souq Social Market, explore 70+ open artist studios, view new gallery exhibitions, and take part in interactive art activities—all for free!

SOUQ Social Markets
Celebrate community at SOUQ on Friday, July 11, from 6–11 PM at the Workhouse Arts Center. Enjoy a dynamic evening of halal food, shopping, and culture—plus kick things off with a scenic community run at 6:30 PM with @yallarunclubdmv. Discover local artists, support Muslim-owned businesses, and connect in a space full of energy and flavor.

Historic Campus Walking Tour
Explore the fascinating history and artistic transformation of the former Lorton prison during a Campus Walking Tour at Workhouse Arts Center. This guided tour offers a closer look at the site's historic architecture, its evolution into a thriving arts hub, and the artists who call it home.