July Guide for Fun Activities and Events
July 2025 in Northern Virginia offers a variety of engaging outdoor events and activities. Here are some highlights to consider:
4th of July Celebrations
Friday, July 4. Fourth of July Fireworks on the National Mall. Constitution Avenue, Washington, DC.
Friday, July 4. 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM. An American Celebration at Mount Vernon. George Washington’s Mount Vernon, 3200 Mount Vernon Memorial Highway, Mount Vernon, VA 22121. Celebrate our nation’s founding at Mount Vernon, the home of America’s first president! Watch as people from across the world become U.S. citizens in a moving ceremony, and see a daytime fireworks show.
Friday, July 4, 11:00 AM. All Day 4th of July Celebration. Shipgarten, 7581 Colshire Dr., Tyson, VA 22102. Step into a world of family-friendly fun at Shipgarten, Tysons Corner, the top restaurant for families! Join us on Friday, July 4th, for an All-Day Fourth of July Celebration filled with excitement starting at 11 AM! Bring the whole family for an unforgettable Independence Day experience! For your little ones, Shipgarten has FREE face painting, arts & crafts, and a full outdoor playground to keep them entertained all day long. But the fun doesn’t stop there – enjoy live music, moonbounces, delicious food, and refreshing drinks while soaking in the festive atmosphere. Come celebrate America’s birthday with us – fireworks, fun, and family await! 🇺🇸🎆
Friday, July 4, 6:00 PM – 9:30 PM. Independence Fireworks at Mount Vernon. George Washington’s Mount Vernon, 3200 Mount Vernon Memorial Highway, Mount Vernon, VA 22121. Adult Tickets starting at $40 for members; starting at $50 for non-members; see website for more details. Watch a dazzling fireworks show at George Washington’s estate! Relax on the east lawn and watch fireworks soar over the Potomac River. Enjoy an evening of family fun and patriotic music to celebrate our nation’s founding.
Friday, July 4, 8:00 PM – 2:00 AM. Red White & Booze. Shipgarten, 7581 Colshire Dr., Tysons, VA 22102. Come out to Shipgarten on Friday, July 4th from 8pm-2am for our Red, White and Booze Festival. Enjoy sampling a wide variety of drinks, food, compete in festival events for prizes, or take pictures in our photo booth- there’s something for everyone! Shipgarten is 100% dog friendly, whether on-leash or in our off-leash dog park! We offer lots of treats such as Pup Cups and Kongs filled with peanut butter so the whole family can enjoy a treat.
July Story Times and Interactive Programs
Tuesday, July 1 – July 31, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Patriots Path: A Revolutionary War Encampment. George Washington’s Mount Vernon 3200 Mount Vernon Memorial Highway, Mount Vernon, VA 22121. What was life like for Continental soldiers and patriots during the Revolutionary War? Immerse yourself in the daily life of soldiers, military officers, and the camp followers who traveled with the army as you explore a Revolutionary War encampment. At this hands-on attraction, you can touch the items inside the soldiers’ tents and officer’s tent, wash clothes in the laundry yard, and examine cooking utensils used by camp followers. This attraction is made possible thanks to Americana Corner.
Tuesdays, Saturdays and Sundays, July 1, 5, 6, 8, 12, 13, 15, 19, 20, 22, 26, 27 and 29, 10 AM – 10:30 AM. Tiny Troops Story Time. National Museum of the United States Army, 1775 Liberty Drive, Fort Belvoir, VA 22060. Enjoy a bouncy story time filled with rhymes, books and activities. Stay afterward to make friends and play in Fort Discover. Here, children use imaginative play to learn about Army life and innovations. While best for children aged 3 to 6 years old, all ages are welcome to this 30-minute, weekly story time program. Participation is free and included with a general admission ticket. Preregistration not required.
Tuesdays, 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM and 11:30 AM – 12:00 PM Story Time: Zoom Rocket Zoom. National Air and Space Museum Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center. National Air and Space Museum Steven F Udvar-Hazy Center. Join us for a story about rockets and the different objects they can send into space. After the story we will make a rocket that you can pretend to zoom to the Moon or anywhere in space.
Thursdays, Story Time: Yellow Copter. National Air and Space Museum Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center. Join us for a reading of Yellow Copter by Kersten Hamilton and learn about how helicopters can be used in rescue missions, for firefighting, for traffic and more! After the story stay to make a whirlygig that spins like a helicopter. Also offered at 11:30 am. Sponsored by the Conrad N. Hilton Foundation.
Saturdays and Sundays, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Family Activity Day. National Museum of the United States Army. 1775 Liberty Drive, Fort Belvior, VA 22060. Visit us at the Experiential Learning Center! Children ages 4 – 8 are welcome to come create crafts and learn more about the U.S. Army. Participation is free and included with a general admission ticket.
Camps
Weekly Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Camp Grow. Meadowlark Botanical Gardens, 9750 Meadowlark Gardens Court, Vienna, VA 22182. CAMP GROW at Meadowlark Botanical Gardens, in Vienna, VA, invites children and teens to explore nature through hands-on discovery activities, gardening, nature walks, hikes, art, crafts, storytelling, and animal programs. Picnic lunches in the Gardens, games, and cooperative challenges add to camp fun, encourage new friendships, and provide great summer memories. Our camp staff works hard to create a curriculum that weaves new activities with familiar annual traditions. CAMP GROW is designed to engage, challenge, educate, and encourage a sense of community. We value and encourage the inclusion of all campers in every activity.
Dog-Friendly Events
Tuesdays, all day. Ruff Tuesday, Caboose Commons 2918 Eskridge Road Fairfax, VA, 22031. Bring your pups to the Commons on Tuesdays for outside eating and drinking!
Trivia & Gaming
Mondays, 7:00 PM. Trivia Night Herndon. Aslin Beer Company, 257 Sunset Park Dr., Herndon, VA 20170.
Wednesdays, 6:30 PM, Trivia at Bunnyman Brewing – Burke. 5583 Guinea Rd, Fairfax, VA 22032.
Wednesdays, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Trivia Night, Shipgarten, 7581 Colshire Dr., Tysons, VA 22102.
Wednesdays, 7:00 PM. Trivia Night. Settle Down Easy Brewing Co. – Falls Church. 2822 Fallfax Dr., Falls Church, VA 22042
Wednesdays, 9:30 PM – 10:30 PM. Video Game Night, Shipgarten, 7581 Colshire Dr., Tysons, VA 22102. Level up your Wednesday nights at Shipgarten with our exciting Video Game Night! From 9:30 PM to 10:30 PM, join us for an hour of thrilling video game competitions where you can challenge others and win gift card prizes. Whether you’re a seasoned gamer or just looking for some fun, this event is free for everyone. Gather your friends, grab a drink, and get ready to play, compete, and conquer. See you in the game!
Thursdays, 6:30 PM, Trivia at Bunnyman Brewing & Cafe. 9514 Workhouse Way, Lorton, VA 22079
Thursdays, 6:30 PM, Trivia Tonight. Lake Anne Brew House. 11424 Washington Plaza West, Reston, VA 20190.
Biking, Running, Walking
Mondays, 7:00 AM. Huntley Meadows Park Monday Morning Birdwalk. 301 Lockheed Boulevard, Alexandria, VA 22306. The Monday Morning Bird Walk is sponsored by the Friends of Huntley Meadows Park and takes place every Monday at 7 a.m. April-September and 8 a.m. October-March. Following the walk, members of the group gather at the nearby Denny’s for breakfast and to compile the morning’s bird list. All are welcome.
Wednesdays, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM. TBL Reston Wednesday Night Rides at Lake Fairfax (w/ Bike Lane Brewing). Bike Lane Brewing & Cafe, 11150 Sunset Hills Rd, Suite 110, Reston, VA 20190. Terrain: Fast, flowing singletrack with small elevation gains and moderate technical features. Some multi surface trail mix as well. Duration: Aprox 1.5 hr ride The Rides: Training ride: Moderate to fast paced group (you will be drained at the end) Casual ride: Conversational.
Saturdays, 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM. Saturday Shop Ride with Bike Lane Brewing. Bike Lane Brewing & Cafe. 11150 Sunset Hills Rd., Suite 110, Reston, VA 20190. TBL Reston Shop Road Ride 30 miler – (level B) 15-17 mph pace- No Drop ride Join us for a ride along the rolling roads of Reston. We will average 15-17 mph for around 30 miles and travel through neighborhoods and on main roads. The majority of the ride is on the road, on rolling terrain with a few hills to climb. Please arrive a few minutes before the ride so we can leave as close to 9:30 am as possible. If the roads are wet or icy the ride is cancelled. Road bikes and Helmets are required. Headphones are not allowed. Before the ride please download the route here: https://ridewithgps.com/trips/32468517 Please email anne@thebikelane.com for more information.
Saturdays, 9:45 AM. Lake Anne Brew House Beer Run Club. Lake Anne Brew House, 11424 Washington Plaza West, Reston, VA 20190. A fun run around the lake followed by pints BEER, Nitro Cold Brewed Coffee, and NORDIC-KNOT Pretzels in the taproom!
Sundays, 8:00 AM. Dyke Marsh Sunday Morning Bird Walks. 6401 George Washington Memorial Parkway, Alexandria, VA 22307. Friends of Dyke Marsh organizers lead bird walks every Sunday morning. Meet at 8 a.m. in the south parking lot of the Belle Haven picnic area. Walks are led by experienced birders and everyone is welcome to join us.
Farmers Markets
Wednesdays, 3 PM – 7 PM. Freshfarm Year-Round Reston Farmers Market. 11900 Lawyers Rd., Reston, VA 20191
Saturdays, 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Falls Church Farmers Market. 300 Park Ave., Falls Church, VA 22043.
Saturdays, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM. Great Falls Community Farmers Market. 778 Walker Rd., Great Falls, VA 22066.
Sundays, 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM. Mosaic Freshfarm Farmers Market. 2910 District Ave., Fairfax, VA 22031.
Outdoor Concert Series and Recurring Music
Thursdays, 5 PM – 10 PM. Karaoke Thursday Nights. Shipgarten, 7581 Colshire Dr., Tysons, VA 22102.
Fridays, 6:00 PM. Friday Night Live! Concert Series. Herndon Town Green. 777 Lynn Street Herndon, VA 20170. Friday Night Live! books the most popular local acts from up and down the East Coast. Most of the bands play rock and roll covers from classic to modern rock.
7/4 Fourth of July – no Friday Night Live!
7/11 The Rockets + 8 Track Jones
7/18 Herr Metal + Dr FU
7/25 Lost In Paris
Fridays, July 11, 18, and 25, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM. Summer on the Green Concert Series, Town of Vienna. 144 Maple Ave, E, Vienna, VA. The Town of Vienna hosts free Summer on the Green concerts on select Fridays from June through mid-August. The performances on the Town Green feature a wide range of musical genres. Concerts begin at 6:30 p.m. and are approximately 90-minutes long.
Fridays and Saturdays, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM. Live Music, Let’s Rock at Makers Union. 1811 Library St. Reston, VA 20190.
Saturdays, Times Vary between afternoons and evenings. Live Music, Local Artists, Good Beer. Bunnyman Brewing Brewing. 5583 Guinea Rd, Fairfax, VA 22032. The live music events at Bunnyman Brewing are a great way to unwind after a long day and enjoy some fantastic craft beer. Each Saturday, catch Live Music performances at different times. Be sure to check the homepage on Bunnyman Brewing for this week’s act and start time.
Brunch and Food Events
Saturdays and Sundays, Weekend Brunch at Makers Union. 1811 Library St., Reston, VA 20190. Join us for Makers Union Family-Style Weekend Brunch with “Endless” Mimosas. Enjoy Makers Union favorites, like our Maryland Crab Eggs Benedict, Warren’s Fine Fried Chicken & Waffles and Cornflake Crusted French Toast, alongside our “Endless” Mimosas.
Saturdays and Sundays, 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM. Weekend Brunch at matchbox Merrifield, Reston Station, & McLean. 2911 District Ave., Fairfax, VA 22031 or 1900 Reston Metro Plaza, Suite 100, Reston, VA 20190 or 1340 Chain Bridge Rd. McLean, VA. Enjoy matchbox favorites, like our eggs benedict, shrimp & grits and chocolate french toast, alongside our signature bloody mary’s, classic mimosas or champagne towers.
Food & Kids: Sundays and Mondays, 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM. Pizza Decorating for Kids, Davio’s Northern Italian Steakhouse. Looking for a delightful and interactive way to entertain your little ones while dining out? Davio’s Northern Italian Steakhouse in Reston has the perfect solution: Pizza Decorating for Kids! Every Sunday and Monday evening from 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm, kids can channel their inner chef and create their very own masterpiece pizzas in a fun, family-friendly atmosphere.
July 1 – 6
Food/Beverage: Tuesday, July 1, 12 PM – 1 PM. Tea 101: Learn, Ask Questions, Talk Tea. Elden Street Tea Shop 1633 A Washington Plaza N, Reston, VA 20190. Join us at Elden Street Tea Shop for an immersive journey into the world of tea! Our Monthly Tea 101 Class is designed for tea enthusiasts of all levels, whether you’re a curious beginner or a seasoned connoisseur. Don’t miss this opportunity to elevate your tea experience and embark on a journey of flavor, culture, and community.
Concert: Wednesday, July 2, 7:30 PM. Paul McDonald & The Mourning Doves, Jammin’ Java, 227 Maple Ave E, Vienna, VA 22180
Concert: Wednesday, July 2, 8:00 PM. James Arthur, Wolf Trap. 1551 Trap Road. Vienna, VA 22182. James Arthur is an artist who “wears his heart on his sleeve” (The Guardian). The 2012 winner of the UK’s The X Factor has achieved multi-platinum status across the globe, from his hit “Say You Won’t Let Go” with four billion streams worldwide and his celebrated reimagination of The Greatest Showman’s “Rewrite the Stars,” to his upcoming album PISCES. With a jaw-dropping, versatile voice able to croon ballads and belt out upbeat pop-rock numbers, you won’t want to miss Arthur’s Wolf Trap debut.
Gaming: Thursday, July 3, 6:00 PM. Bingo Night. Paradise Springs Winery, 13219 Yates Ford Road, Clifton, VA 20124.
Concert: Thursday, July 3, 8:00 PM. Diana Krall, Wolf Trap. 1551 Trap Rd., Vienna, VA 22181. Fans will have “The Look of Love” in their eyes when Grammy-winning jazz pianist and singer Diana Krall brings her “cool and sultry” voice (The New York Times) to Wolf Trap. Krall’s rich, honeyed vocals and tender piano melodies on songs such as “Let’s Fall in Love,” “Night and Day,” and “The Look of Love” have made her a true musical force and one of the most accomplished and distinctive musicians in the world today.
Poetry: Friday, July 4, First Friday Poetry and Open Mic. 750 Center Street, Herndon, VA 20170
Golf: Saturday, July 5, 8:00 AM. Red, White & Blue Golf Tournament. Burke Lake Golf Center, 6915 Ox Rd., Fairfax Station, VA 22039. $90.00 – Per team, includes lunch, complimentary range balls and push cart
History: Saturday, July 5, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM. Historic Pohick Church, 9301 Richmond Highway, Lorton, VA 22079. During the Colonial period, Pohick Church was the congregation of many of our country’s most prominent families, including the Washingtons, Masons and Fairfaxes. The Historic Pohick Church Docent Guild will give free guided tours of the historic colonial church on the first Saturdays of the month between 1:00–3:00 p.m. Pohick Church is located at 9301 Richmond Highway in Lorton, at the corner of U.S. 1 & Telegraph Road, close to Mount Vernon and Gunston Hall. For more information please call 703-339-6572 or visit our Website at http://www.pohick.org .
Drinks: Saturday, July 5, 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM. American Craft Beer & Bourbon Festival. ShipGarten 7581 Colshire Dr., McLean, VA 22102.
Concert: Saturday, July 5, 8:00 PM, Dispatch, Wolf Trap. 1551 Trap Rd., Vienna, VA 22182. DISPATCH forged its own path outside the mainstream music industry to become one of the most successful bands on the roots rock scene. Now DISPATCH joins forces with Aussie guitarist John Butler (“Zebra,” “Better Than”), G. Love & Special Sauce (“Baby’s Got Sauce,” “Cold Beverage”), and surfer turned songwriter Donavon Frankenreiter (“Free”). Look forward to hearing DISPATCH favorites like “The General,” “Only the Wild Ones,” and more for a truly unforgettable night.
Concert/Kids: Sunday, July 6, 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM. Tiny Music Fest on Main: Bobby Thompson of Bobby Thompson Trio (blues). 10409 Main Street, Fairfax, VA 22030. Live music is coming to a parking lot near you! Kick back on a Sunday afternoon with us for free live music in our parking lot on Main Street with beer and pizza for purchase. We’ll have first-come, first-served limited seating but we encourage you to bring your own chairs. Hosted by The Shoppes at Main in collaboration with Mobius Records, High Side and Old Dominion Pizza. Supported by Old Town Fairfax Business Association. Oldtownfairfax.org
Tea and History: Sunday, July 6, 1:00 PM. What a Coincidence! Green Spring Gardens and Horticultural Center, 4603 Green Spring Rd., Alexandria, VA 22312. A traditional British afternoon tea served in the Historic House follows each tea program. Full tea includes finger sandwiches, pastries, and scone with cream and jam. (Adult) Mark Twain was born on the day Halley’s Comet visited in 1835 and died on the day of its return in 1910. What are the odds? Hear theories on why coincidences happen and what they mean. Discover some of the most remarkable known coincidences and chance events in human history.
Concert: Sunday, July 6, 7:30 PM. Rick Springfield: I Want My 80’s Tour, Wolf Trap.Ever wish that you had “Jessie’s Girl”? ’80s heartthrob Rick Springfield has seemingly done it all from numerous studio albums and on-screen appearances to Broadway tours. Now, join him in singing along to the most iconic songs of the ’80s with other stars of the decade, including John Waite (“Missing You”), Wang Chung (“Everybody Have Fun Tonight”), and Paul Young (“Everytime You Go Away”).
July 7 – 13
Concert: Wednesday, July 9, 8:00 AM, Straight No Chaser, Wolf Trap. 1551 Trap Rd., Vienna, VA 22182.Straight No Chaser takes audiences back to the decade when MTV still aired music videos with huge hits from the hottest ’90s stars like the Backstreet Boys, *NSYNC, and Lisa Loeb. With merely microphones in hand, the group breathes new life into a cappella with style, swagger, and spirit. Their popularity has led to over 100 million YouTube views and collaborations with Paul McCartney, Stevie Wonder, Elton John, and Dolly Parton.
Concert: Thursday, July 10, 6:30 PM. Vince Gill, Capital One Hall. 7750 Capital One Tower Rd, Tysons, VA 22102
Concert: Friday, July 11, Ralph Barbosa & Rene Vaca: The Butterfly Effect Tour. Capital One Hall. 7750 Capital One Tower Rd, Tysons, VA 22102
Concert: Friday, July 11, Mamma Mania! The Vault. 7750 Capital One Tower Rd, Tysons, VA 22102
Trivia: Friday, July 11, 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM. Trivia Night. Paradise Spring Winery. 13219 Yates Ford Rd., Clifton, VA 20124.
Theater: Friday, July 11, 8 PM. “Hairspray” Hylton Center for the Performing Arts
Concert: Friday, July 11, 8:00 PM. The Swell Season, Wolf Trap. Irish singer/songwriter Glen Hansard and Czech songstress Markéta Irglová, better known as The Swell Season, reunite and hit the road with their first full-length album in 16 years! The Swell Season first came to prominence together in the Oscar-winning movie turned Tony-winning Broadway musical Once. Join them for a journey through their combined and solo careers, featuring heartfelt harmonies, soaring acoustics, and music from their latest release.
Theater: Saturday, July 12, 2 PM and 7 PM. “Hairspray” Hylton Center for the Performing Arts
Concert: Saturday, July 12, 7:00 PM. Neville Street Groove.- Summer 2025, Jammin’ Java, 227 Maple Ave E, Vienna, VA 22180
Music: Saturday, July 12, 8:00 PM. Emo Night with DJ Deadset, The Vault. 7750 Capital One Tower Rd, Tysons, VA 22102
Music: Saturday, July 12 and Sunday, July 13, Todo Sonido Festival, Wolf Trap. 1551 Trap Rd., Vienna, VA 22182. Experience the heartbeat of Latin music at Todo Sonido, a music festival celebrating the vibrant and diverse sounds de toda Latinoamérica! For two unforgettable days, immerse yourself in los rítmos de vallenato and rock en español to salsa and pop Latino, plus more in a lineup designed for music lovers of all generations.
Theater: Sunday, July 13, 2 PM and 8 PM. “Hairspray” Hylton Center for the Performing Arts
July 14 – 20
Concert: Tuesday, July 15, Iron & Wine + I’m With Hear, Wolf Trap. 1551 Trap Rd., Vienna, VA 22182. Settle in for a magical night of heartfelt musical storytelling and close harmonies. Iron & Wine, the project of singer/songwriter Sam Beam, is known for cinematic songs such as “Cinder and Smoke,” “Flightless Bird, American Mouth,” and his incredible version of The Postal Service’s “Such Great Heights” which have become synonymous with the movies Twilight and Garden State. Iron & Wine’s latest release Light Verse is praised for its “hushed acoustic sound…[and] incredible vitality” (Pitchfork). Acoustic savants and celebrated songwriters Sara Watkins (Nickel Creek), Sarah Jarosz, and Aoife O’Donovan join forces as the female folk supergroup I’m With Her. The group’s songs, including the Grammy-winning single “Call My Name” showcase sharply detailed lyricism, graceful musicianship, and mesmerizing harmonies.
Concert: Wednesday, July 16, 6:30 PM. Ryan Adams: Heartbreaker ’25 World Tour. Capital One Hall. 7750 Capital One Tower Rd, Tysons, VA 22102
Concert: Wednesday, July 16, Barenaked Ladies, Wolf Trap. 1551 Trap Rd. Vienna, VA 22182.Smashing together humorous lyrics with pop-rock melodies, Barenaked Ladies have kept audiences dancing to catchy hits like “One Week” and “If I Had $1,000,000” for over 35 years. Not to mention, the Canadian quartet also crafted the iconic theme to The Big Bang Theory. Hot on the heels of their latest projects, rockers Sugar Ray (14:59 25th Anniversary, “Fly”) and Fastball (Sonic Ranch, “The Way”) open the show. Gather your friends for a feel-good party where everyone is invited to sing along!
Concert: Saturday, July 17, 6:30 PM. Kyle Rising, The Happys, Jammin’ Java, 227 Maple Ave E, Vienna, VA 22180
Concert: Thursday, July 17, 8:00 PM. Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back in Concert, National Symphony Orchestra, Wolf Trap. 1551 Trap Rd., Vienna, VA 22182. “You must feel the Force around you…” as the battle for the galaxy reaches new heights in this thrilling chapter of the epic saga. Experience Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back like never before as the National Symphony Orchestra brings John Williams’ iconic, Oscar-nominated score to life in a powerful multimedia event at Wolf Trap.
Music: Friday, July 18, 7:00 PM. Intocable 30 Aniversario. Capital One Hall. 7750 Capital One Tower Rd, Tysons, VA 22102
Concert: Friday, July 18, 8:00 PM. Jean-Saint Thibaudet plays Gershwin, Wolf Trap. 1551 Trap Rd., Vienna, VA 22182. Superstar pianist Jean-Yves Thibaudet brings vibrant color to George Gershwin’s jazzy Piano Concerto in F—a bluesy masterwork filled with Charleston rhythms. Closing the program is Rimsky-Korsakov’s Scheherazade, an exotic journey of love, peril, and intrigue inspired by the famous folktale about a clever young queen who spins 1,001 fantastical stories to outwit a murderous sultan.
Coffee: Saturday, July 19, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Coffee Conversations featuring Hypergoat Coffee Roasters. Fairfax Coffee, 11451 Braddock Rd., Fairfax, VA 22030. Looking for a Saturday morning pick-me-up that’s more than just coffee? This free event brings coffee connoseurs – and the coffee curious together. Each month, we taste some amazing roasts from our featured roasters. This Saturday, we will be sampling several roasts from Hypergoat Coffee Roasters. Hypergoat is a new partner of Fairfax Coffee in their debut month on tap. Come check them out – it won’t get more hyper-local than Hypergoat right here at Fairfax Coffee.
Theater: Saturday, July 19, 2 PM and 7 PM. “Hairspray” Hylton Center for the Performing Arts
Concert: Saturday, July 19, 8:30 PM. The Nu-Metal Party, Jammin’ Java, 227 Maple Ave E, Vienna, VA 22180
Comedy: Saturday, July 19, 8:00 PM. David Sedaris, Wolf Trap. 1551 Trap Rd., Vienna, VA 22182. One of America’s pre-eminent humor writers, David Sedaris’ sardonic wit and incisive social critique made him one of NPR’s most popular commentators, as well as a frequent contributor to The New Yorker. Established as “a chronicler of dysfunctional families and oddball enthusiasms” (The New York Times), the five-time Grammy nominee has over 10 million copies of his books in print. Experience Sedaris’ storytelling come alive on stage for one evening only!
Yoga: Sunday, July 20, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM. Sip and Stretch Morning Yoga. The Winery at Bull Run, 15950 Lee Highway, Centreville, VA 20120. Begin your day with certified yoga instructor teacher Lisa Henderson for an outdoor gentle yoga class.
Theater: Sunday, July 20, 2 PM. “Hairspray” Hylton Center for the Performing Arts
Concert: Saturday, July 20, 6:30 PM. Millington – Summer Tour 2025, Jammin’ Java, 227 Maple Ave E, Vienna, VA 22180
Concert: Sunday, July 20, 7:00 PM. Todd Rundgren: Still Me (Still We). Capital One Hall. 7750 Capital One Tower Rd, Tysons, VA 22102.
Comedy/Concert: Sunday, July 20. Weird Al Yankovic: Bigger & Weirder 2025 Tour, Wolf Trap. 1551 Trap Rd., Vienna, VA 22182. “Weird Al” Yankovic brings his legendary full-production multimedia comedy rock show to the Filene Center with the Bigger & Weirder 2025 Tour, playing his iconic hits as well as never-performed-live fan favorites. Yankovic’s long-time band is joined by four additional players to create a supersized concert experience.
July 21 – 27
Comedy/Concert: Tuesday, July 22. Weird Al Yankovic: Bigger & Weirder 2025 Tour, Wolf Trap. 1551 Trap Rd., Vienna, VA 22182. “Weird Al” Yankovic brings his legendary full-production multimedia comedy rock show to the Filene Center with the Bigger & Weirder 2025 Tour, playing his iconic hits as well as never-performed-live fan favorites. Yankovic’s long-time band is joined by four additional players to create a supersized concert experience.
Concert: Wednesday, July 23. Chicago, Wolf Trap. 1551 Trap Rd., Vienna, VA 22182. Chicago, the legendary jazz-inflected rock ’n’ roll band, rightfully claims its place as one of the longest-running and best-selling music groups of all time. Celebrating over 55 years since their debut album, experience their iconic lyrics and signature horn section live on chart-topping hits such as “You’re the Inspiration,” “25 or 6 to 4,” “Hard to Say I’m Sorry,” and more.
Concert: Thursday, July 24. Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue, Wolf Trap. 1551 Trap Rd., Vienna, VA. Trombone Shorty brings an eclectic show crafted in the rich music scene of his New Orleans hometown, and all the immense talent that comes along with it! Evoking the tradition of second line parades, Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue fuse jazz, funk, pop, Hip Hop, and rock music into a celebratory and buoyant bayou sound. Get ready to turn up the funk even more when swamp rock purveyors JJ Grey & Mofro and Big Easy’s powerhouse group Dumpstaphunk open the show.
Concert: Friday, July 25. The Police Experience: 45th Anniversary of Zenyatta Mondatta, Capital One Hall. 7750 Capital One Tower Rd, Tysons, VA 22102
Concert: Friday, July 25. Orff’s Carmina Burana, Wolf Trap. 1551 Trap Rd. Vienna, VA. “O Fortuna!” Carmina Burana’s towering first movement rolls in like thunder, announcing a celebration of spring, the delightful debauchery of nights at a tavern, and the joys and sorrows of love. Although the words were written by medieval monks, this outrageous cantata is an unstoppable force brimming with bawdy, irreverent satire on the ever-changing fate of man. The National Symphony Orchestra, two choruses, and stars of the Wolf Trap Opera come together for Carl Orff’s epic choral masterwork. The evening ends with selections of the best loved melodies from the famous opera, Carmen. Come hear Wolf Trap Opera perform the entire show on August 15th.
Museum: Saturday, July 26, 5:15 – 6:45 PM. At-Ease Low Sensory Accessibility Program Visitor Hours, National Museum of the United States Army. 1775 Liberty Drive, Fort Belvior, VA 22060. Visitors are invited to explore the Museum in a more sensory-friendly environment during special hours at the end of the visitor day. The Museum provides a variety of accommodations daily to support visitors and their Museum experience. The At Ease Accessibility Program provides those same accommodations with additional modifications, creating a quieter environment with fewer visitors at one time. At Ease also offers a Visitor Services concierge contact to help customize your visit to specific needs and areas of interest.
Concert: Saturday, July 26, 7:00 PM. Christian Lopez, Capital One Hall. 7750 Capital One Tower Rd, Tysons, VA 22102.
Concert: Saturday, July 26, 8:00 PM. Disney’s ’80s-’90s Celebration in Concert, Wolf Trap. 1551 Trap Rd., Vienna, vA 22182. Highlighting songs and clips from iconic Disney films of the 1980s and 1990s, special guest singers join the National Symphony Orchestra at Wolf Trap for unforgettable favorites from The Little Mermaid, Beauty and the Beast, Aladdin, The Lion King, Mulan, Toy Story, A Bug’s Life, Hocus Pocus, Newsies, A Goofy Movie, and more.
Music Instruction: Saturday, July 27, 11:30 AM. Sky Music Instruction Summer Showcase, Jammin’ Java, 227 Maple Ave E, Vienna, VA 22180
Trivia: Saturday, July 27, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Star Wars Trivia Night, ShipGarten. 7581 Colshire Dr. Mclean, VA
Concert: Saturday, July 27. Goo Goo Dolls, Wolf Trap. 1551 Trap Rd., Vienna, VA 22182. The Goo Goo Dolls, led by John Rzeznik and Robby Takac, return to Wolf Trap with smash hits “Iris,” “Slide,” “Black Balloon,” and many more. Emo heroes Dashboard Confessional kick off the show with favorites “Screaming Infidelities,” “Hands Down,” and “Vindicated.”
July 28 – 31
Concert: Tuesday, July 29, Pink Martini featuring China Forbes, Wolf Trap. 1551 Trap Rd., Vienna, VA 22182. Drawing musical inspiration from around the world, the self-described “little orchestra,” Pink Martini performs cosmopolitan musical covers spanning from jazz to classical to retro pop in over 25 languages! Experience the live show JazzTimes describes as “baroque and zany” and Britain’s The Guardian hails as “an international phenomenon…mixing glamour and [sophistication].”
Concert: Wednesday, July 30, 6:00 PM. Abe Partridge, Jack Barksdale, Jammin’ Java, 227 Maple Ave E, Vienna, VA 22180
Festival: Thursday, July 31 – August 3. Fairfax County 4-H Fair and Carnival, Frying Pan Park, 2709 West Ox Rd. Herndon, VA 20171.
Concert: Thursday, July 31, Emmylou Harris and Graham Nash, Wolf Trap. 1551 Trap Rd, Vienna, VA 22182. Emmylou Harris and Graham Nash bring their respective shows to Wolf Trap for a double header that dreams are made of. Both artists have made profound contributions to decades of popular music with songs like “Boulder to Birmingham” and “Teach Your Children” that have defined the soundtrack of the past half century. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to witness two legendary performers in an evening that will resonate long after the final note.
Concert: Thursday, July 31, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM, Keshi, George Mason University – EagleBank Arena. 4500 Patriot Circle, Fairfax, VA 22030. The acclaimed Houston-born singer, songwriter, producer and multi-instrumentalist- announces that he is set to embark on a headlining world tour next summer in support of his forthcoming sophomore album, Requiem.
