Summer Kickoff Celebrations, Wine and Line Dancing, & Play All Day VA

Plus, our 2025 Out & About Fairfax July 4th Fireworks Guide is live | A preview of the weekend ahead and things to do in Fairfax County

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Matthew Knoedler
June 19, 2025

Hey gang, Matt here!

Summer is officially upon us! (Specifically, it starts Friday night at 10:42p.m. ET.)

To celebrate, we just released our brand new 2025 Out & About Fairfax July 4th Fireworks Guide! 

In this special guide, we provide all of the information you need to find fireworks displays around Fairfax County in the days leading up to July 4 and on the holiday itself. We’ve outlined the fireworks displays by city and region across the county so you can easily find a show near you. Check it out and share it with a friend!

Cover of the 2025 Out & About Fairfax July 4th Fireworks Guide

We also have a whole bunch of awesome, summer-themed outdoor events for your weekend ahead, including summer solstice campfires, outdoor yoga, farmers markets, book sales, and more. Enjoy!

In this week’s newsletter:

  • Summer kickoff celebrations, Juneteenth events

  • Brewery nighttime market, line dancing in Clifton

  • Blues legend Buddy Guy at Wolf Trap, free concerts around the area

  • Play All Day VA, Family Game Night

  • Mystics at home, The Bull Run Summer Classic Tournament

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Matt

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Things To Do

Summer kickoff fun and more events around the region! 🚗

Food & Drink

Breweries 🤝 markets and line dancing!

  • The Night Market at Audacious Aleworks

    • One of the longest nights of the year = a nighttime market and craft market at Audacious Aleworks’ Falls Church brewpub. Shop local vendors and enjoy a pint or two on Sunday, June 22 from 5:00p.m.-8:00p.m.

      • 110 E. Fairfax St., Falls Church

  • Dog Days of Summer Market at Caboose Commons

    • A one-stop shop for the furry friend in your life where you can shop from dog vendors, homemade dog treats, meet with dog groomers, and more. The market runs Sunday, June 22 from 3:00-7:00p.m.

      • 2918 Eskridge Rd., Fairfax

  • Line Dancing at Paradise Springs Winery

    • A boot scootin’ good time at Paradise Springs Winery on Friday, June 20 with a night of line dancing. Tickets are $10 and can be used for drink credits during the event. The fun starts at 6:30p.m.

      • 13219 Yates Ford Rd., Clifton

  • Slice of History: Civics Pizza Party at Woodlawn

    • This special open house is geared for those ages 16-30 with a hunger for both history and pizza. Learn about the historic Woodlawn & Pope-Leighey House, take a self-guided tour, and more. The event runs Friday, June 20 from 5:30p.m.-8:00p.m.

      • 9000 Richmond Hwy., Alexandria

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Music, Arts, & Entertainment

Let’s see who’s taking the stage this weekend! 🎶

  • Spotlight by Starlight Summer Concert Series

    • The free summer concert series is back in Annandale, with shows in two Annandale parks throughout the season. The City of Fairfax Concert Band headlines Friday, June 20 at the Mason District Park Amphitheater. Showtime: 7:30p.m.

      • 6621 Columbia Pike, Annandale

  • Vanguard Arts Center Jazz Jam

    • The sweet sounds of jazz fill the air at Chantilly’s Vanguard Arts Center on Friday, June 20 at 7:00p.m. This free concert also allows musicians to take part in the fun. Jazz Jam runs every third Thursday of the month.

      • 14155-J Sullyfield Circle, Chantilly

  • Indigo Girls Headline Capital One Hall

    • The hit-making folk-rock duo takes the stage at Capital One Hall for two performances, Thursday, June 19 and Friday, June 20. Tickets for both shows are available.

      • 7750 Capital One Tower Rd., Tysons

  • Buddy Guy Performs at Wolf Trap

    • The blues legend and Rock and Roll Hall of Famer headlines a busy weekend at Wolf Trap with a performance on Saturday, June 21 for one show only. Tickets start at $51.50. Showtime at the Filene Center: 7:30p.m.

      • 1551 Trap Rd., Vienna

  • Standup Comedy Night at Workhouse Arts Center

    • Enjoy laughs in Lorton on Saturday, June 21 for Workhouse Arts Center’s latest Standup Comedy Night led by acclaimed comedian and producer, Rahmein Mostafavi. Tickets are $18 in advance and $25 at the door. Showtime: 7:30p.m.-9:00p.m.

      • 9518 Workhouse Way, Lorton

Families & Kids

Play outdoors, play games, and play all night! 🏃

  • Family Game Night at Tysons Corner Center

    • Enjoy everything from cornhole to ping-pong, plus tasty food and a DJ spinning the sounds of summer for Family Game Night at Tysons Corner Center. The event runs Thursday, June 19 from 4:00-7:00p.m.

      • 1961 Chain Bridge Rd., Tysons

  • Play All Day VA!

    • Play All Day VA is a statewide initiative to kick off the summer season with fun outdoor events! Here are some across the area this weekend:

      • Town of Herndon — Friday, June 20 with free access to the Herndon Community Center and “Popsicles in the Park” at Haley Smith Park and Bready Park Playground.

      • Reston — Friday, June 20 at the Reston Community Center where you will find free family-friendly activities, concerts, coffee and snacks, and more.

  • Friday Night Fun Camps at The St. James

    • Parents can enjoy a night off and the kiddos can enjoy dinner, a movie, plus activities and more at with Friday Night Fun Camps at The St. James in Springfield. The event is for boys and girls ages 6-13. $50 per person and $25 for each additional sibling. The fun is scheduled for Friday, June 20 from 6:00p.m.-10:00p.m.

      • 6805 Industrial Rd., Springfield

  • Police Officer Storytime

    • Meet deputies from the Fairfax County Sheriff’s Department and learn more about their work in the community during Police Officer Storytime at the City of Fairfax Regional Library on Saturday, June 21. The event runs 10:30a.m.-11:15a.m., ages 3-10.

      • 10360 North St., Fairfax

Sports & Recreation

Looking to hit the big game or perhaps go Out & About outdoors? We run down the news, notes, and schedules for our local teams and events this weekend.

News & Notes

  • The Bull Run Summer Classic Tournament is Saturday, June 21. This sporting clays tournament starts at 9:00a.m., registration is $95 and is the day of the event only.

  • ⚾️ The Washington Nationals start a nine-game California road trip this weekend at the Los Angeles Dodgers.

  • ⚽️ The Washington Spirit is at the San Diego Wave on Sunday, June 22. D.C. United is off this week. Loudoun United FC is at Hartford on Friday.

Home Games

  • ⚾️ MLB: Colorado Rockies at Washington Nationals

    • Thursday, June 19 at 1:05p.m., Nationals Park, Washington, D.C.

  • 🏀 WNBA: Dallas Wings at Washington Mystics

    • Sunday, June 22 at 3:00p.m., CareFirst Arena, Washington, D.C.

Fairfax County Fun Fact of the Week

Did you know: Cake and candles for Fairfax County! Founded in 1742, Fairfax County celebrates its 283rd birthday on Thursday, June 19.

Before We Go, Some Good News…

  • Did you see Bruce The Bat Dog at the Nationals game last weekend? Bruce has spent the last two seasons with the Nats Triple-A affiliate, the Rochester Red Wings. But on Saturday, he made his “MLB Debut” as he retrieved a bat during the “Pups in the Park” promotion at Nats Park. Congrats Bruce!

    • Know about some good news happening in Fairfax County? We want to hear from you! ⬇️

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Matt Knoedler
Publisher, Out & About Fairfax