Build-Your-Own Rain Barrel Workshop

Next date: Sunday, November 08, 2026 | 03:30 PM to 05:30 PM

Build Your Own Rain Barrel Workshop image with blue rain barrel against a white house wall.

Join us for the Annual Build-Your-Own Rain Barrel Workshop on Sunday, Nov. 8 from 3:30 - 5:30 p.m. at the Green Acres Center (4401 Sideburn Road). In just two hours, you'll assemble your own fully functional rain barrel to take home and learn tips for care and maintenance — no experience necessary!

Registration is required and costs $55 per barrel, which includes all materials, tools, and guidance needed to build your rain barrel. Space is limited, so don’t delay! 

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Rain barrels are a simple and effective way to:

  • Conserve water for use on lawns, gardens, or potted plants
  • Reduce your water bill
  • Minimize stormwater runoff, which helps prevent erosion and water pollution
  • Reduce Stormwater Utility Fees. Visit the Stormwater Utility webpage to learn more. 

This workshop is offered in partnership with the Northern Virginia Soil and Water Conservation District (NVSWCD), an organization dedicated to promoting clean water and sustainable land use through community-based programs and education.

Apply for Rain Barrel SWU Credits

 

When

  • Sunday, November 08, 2026 | 03:30 PM - 05:30 PM

Location

Green Acres Center, 4401 Sideburn Road, View Map

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