2022 Summer Guide - Focus on NoVA Real Estate

Let the fun begin with all of the entertainment that is coming to Northern Virginia this summer.

HOT CONCERTS

Wu-Tang Clan & Nas: NY State of Mind Tour

This summer has big names returning to the stage.

July 1: Masters of the Mic: Rakim & DJ Jazzy Jeff, Slick Rick, Da Brat, Big Daddy Kane, Treach of Naughty by Nature & Talib Kweli
July 9: Aria Jukebox (audience gets to choose!)
July 10: Yacht Rock Revue
July 17: Barenaked Ladies with Gin Blossoms and Toad the Wet Sprocket
July 21: The Wild Hearts Tour: Sharon Van Etten, Angel Olsen and Julien Baker
July 27: Ziggy Marley & Stephen Marley
July 28: Outside Problems Tour: Andrew Bird & Iron & Wine
Aug. 3: The Wrong Party Tour: Fitz and the Tantrums
Aug. 4: Little Big Town
Aug. 7: ABBA The Concert
Aug. 12: Greensky Bluegrass
Aug. 14: David Gray
Aug. 17: Goo Goo Dolls
Aug. 19: Fantasia
Aug. 24: The Decemberists
Aug. 27: Mary Chapin Carpenter
Aug. 28: The Beach Boys
Sept. 1: Boy George & Culture Club
Sept. 2-4: Sting
Sept. 7: Van Morrison
Sept. 8: Yo-Yo Ma and Paquito D’Rivera
Sept. 9: She & Him
Sept. 16: Boys II Men
Sept. 17: Tom Jones

Movies in Concert: Movies set to music by the National Symphony Orchestra

July 22-23: Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince
July 29: Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back
July 30: Toy Story

Jiffy Lube Live

July 8: Dead & Company
July 9: The Chicks Tour
July 12: Backstreet Boys: DNA World Tour
July 16: One Republic
July 17: Jason Aldean
July 21: Luke Bryan
July 23: Rob Zombie and Mudvayne
July 24: Kidz Bop Live 2022
July 29: Pitbull
July 30: Keith Urban
Aug. 6: Jimmy Buffett
Aug. 12: REO Speedwagon and Styx with Loverboy
Aug. 14: Imagine Dragons
Aug. 19: Wiz Khalifa and Logic
Aug. 20: Santana & Earth, Wind & Fire
Aug. 26: Kid Rock with Foreigner
Aug. 27: Zac Brown Band
Sept. 10: Five Finger Death Punch
Sept. 16: Wu-Tang Clan & Nas

Rock the Block brings concerts to the City of Fairfax the last Friday of every month from 6:30-9:30 p.m.:

July 22: Bridge Brothers
Aug. 26: Ocho de Bastos
Sept. 23: U.S. Army Downrange
Oct. 28: Rob Hornfeck and Amish Outlaws

Lubber Run is back with a lineup of free concerts on Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m. through Aug. 15:

July 1: Griefcat
July 2: Elikeh
July 3: Mr. Gabe & Holly
July 8: The Fuss
July 9: Joe Keyes & The Late Bloomer Band
July 10: Cody Clark Magic
July 15: Desanguashington
July 16: King Soul
July 17: Happenstance Theater
July 22: Wicked Sycamore
July 23: Soul Crackers
July 24: Rainbow Rock Band
July 29: Carly Harvey
July 30: Veronneau & Blue Tapestry
Aug. 11: The 257th Army Band
Aug. 12: National Chamber Ensemble
Aug. 13: Karen Jonas

Herndon Rocks Friday Night Live, July through August at 6 p.m.:

July 1: Social Call
July 8: 8 Track Jones
July 15: keeton & Half Step Down
July 22: Herr Metal & Dr FU
July 29: Turtle Recall
Aug. 5: Under the Covers
Aug. 12: Kristen and the Noise
Aug. 19: Screaming Monkeys
Aug. 26: All-Star Band

MOVIE NIGHTS

The Drive-in is open on Columbia Pike with showings starting at sunset (around 8/8:30 p.m.) with movies such as Jurassic Park (July 11), The Secret Life of Bees (July 18), Twister (July 25), Crazy Rich Asians (Aug. 1), Apollo 13 (Aug. 8); Ready Player One (Aug. 15); Coco (Aug. 22); Mary Poppins Returns (Aug. 29).

Mosaic patrons can take in a summer of flicks at Strawberry Park every Thursday through August 25. Grab some popcorn and indulge in blockbusters like In the Heights (July 14), Dog (July 28), Spider-Man: No Way Home (Aug. 4) and more.

Centreville area has its own drive-in movie theater, Starlight Cinema, featuring movies for everyone in the family to enjoy over at Trinity Centre in August, with gates opening at 7 p.m. and movies starting at dark. The four films on the schedule are Luca (Aug. 6), Encanto (Aug. 13), Sing 2 (Aug. 20) and The Mitchells vs. The Machines( Aug. 27).

WATER FUN

Harpers Ferry Adventure Center

Adventure seekers, this is your spot. Here, kayakers have the option of whitewater or flat-water tours along an open stretch of the Potomac and Shenandoah Rivers. // Purcellville

Leesylvania State Park

Bordering the Potomac River, this park gives visitors the scenic vantage point to explore the beaches that outline the Virginia landscape. Powells Creek provides a cartop launch that is perfect for small watercraft. // Woodbridge

Mariner Sailing School at Belle Haven Marina

This is one of the most popular sailing spots located right on the Potomac River, with staff and instructors that will leave you with a lifelong skill. It’s great for canoeing and kayaking, too. / Alexandria

Mason Neck State Park

Located in the southern part of Fairfax County, this state park offers activities for every outdoor personality. Those looking to go kayaking can enjoy the open waters of the Belmont Bay and Kane’s Creek. Kayaks are also available for rent. // Lorton

River Riders Inc.

This river company offers water adventures on the gorgeous Shenandoah and Potomac Rivers in Harpers Ferry, as well as guided rafting trips on world-famous whitewater runs. / Harpers Ferry

Riverbed Park

Take an afternoon in Great Falls and book a boat or kayak. Float along for a serene afternoon, or make it a fitness journey on the water. // Great Falls

Shenandoah River Outfitters

The Shenandoah River is the place for Northern Virginians to get out in the wild and in the water. There are traditional campgrounds and swimming, but there’s also kayaking trip and whitewater rapids. // Luray

Surf Reston

Paddleboarding is the thing at Surf Reston. Sign up for guided sessions to learn techniques so you’ll be paddleboarding on your own soon. // Reston

Washington Sailing Marina

Home to sailing clubs around Northern Virginia, this Alexandria sailing spot offers everything you need to get started in sailing, from boat rentals to lessons. Its windy location in Alexandria is perfect for sailing. / Alexandria