This month we have curated a fun list of local things to do from catching a blockbuster broadway show, listening to jazz music or participating in a cardboard boat regatta. No matter what you are in the mood for – we have you covered.
Hamilton
Now is your chance to catch the popular historical musical as it makes its return visit to the Kennedy Center.
Aug 2- Oct 9|Kennedy Center, 2700 F St NW, Washington, DC 20566
Cirque du Soleil presents “KURIOS: A Cabinet of Curiosities
Cirque returns with their latest performance – Kurios – based on the imagination of an inventor and his outlandish ideas. The show includes Cirque’s trademark acrobats, contortionists and tumbling.August 1- September 25|8025 Galleria Drive, Tysons Corner, VA 22102
Fairfax County 4-H Fair and Carnival
This outdoor carnival is a family favorite. Head out to Frying Pan Park for carnival rides, games and food trucks. There will also be a Big Truck Night and farm demos.
August 4-7|Frying Pan Park, 2709 West Ox Rd., Herndon, VA 20171
Water Lantern FestivalDecorate and launch your Chinese lantern at National Harbor as part of the water lantern festival which will light the sky with hundreds of lanterns. Enjoy music, food and watch the lanterns light the sky.
August 6-7|National Harbor, 701 National Harbor Blvd, Oxon Hill, MD 20745
Lake Anne Cardboard Regatta
Participating teams construct and decorate life-size cardboard boats. These boats will then take to the water in timed heats with team members rowing out to a designated buoy and back to the docks at Lake Anne Plaza.
August 13|Lake Anne Plaza, 1609 Washington Plaza, Reston, VA
DC World Reggae Festival
This outdoor music festival is a celebration of Caribbean culture The festival’s theme is ‘Let there be Peace on Earth’ and the chosen acts are all representations of the theme. Highlights include music from Tiwa Savage, Third World and Beenie Man
August 20-21|RFK Stadium, 2400 E Capitol Street SE, Washington, DC
Films in the Park
Pack dinner and the kids and head to Mosaic District for Films in the Park on Thursday evenings in August beginning at 7:00 PM. This month’s features include
8/4 Spider-Man: No Way Home (2021, 2h 28m, PG-13)
8/11 Encanto (2021, 1h 49m, PG)
8/18 Under the Stadium Lights (2021, 1h 49m, PG-13)
8/25| The Fast & Furious Saga (2021, 2h 23m, PG-13)
Herndon Friday Night Live
Come out and enjoy free outdoor concerts on the Town Green in Herndon. Enjoy live music, food and beer and wine from local breweries Mustang Sally and Aslin Beer Company.
August 5, 12, 19 and 26|Herndon Town Green, 777 Lynn Street, Herndon, VA 20170
Rock The Block
Fairfax City’s favorite outdoor concert. Held on the last Friday of the month (May through October) this outdoor concert features live music, food from local restaurants and a beer garden. This month enjoy the musical stylings of Ocho de Bastos, a Latin Pop Rock Band. Bring a blanket or chair to sit on and come enjoy the show.
August 26|Old Town Square – 10415 North Street, Fairfax City
Lake Accotink Park 60th Anniversary Celebration
The park celebrates its 60th anniversary by offering free activities to the public all day. Take advantage of the opportunity to play miniature golf, ride the carousel, jump on a paddle boat, or take a fishing lesson.
August 27| Lake Accotink, 7500 Accotink Park Rd., Springfield, VA 22150
DC JazzFest
This Jazzfest brings national and local musicians to a variety of venues all over the city including The Arena Stage, The Wharf, and Union Stage. Opening night features grammy winning singer Kurt Elling at The Howard Theater.
Aug 31-Sept 4|Various venues
