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If you’re in town between vacations or need a break from preparing for the school year to start, there is still plenty to do in our area! Grab an ice cream treat from one of our favorite ice cream shops, take your pup to a different dog park, or try out something new this month – county fairs abound! Below is our top selection of August events around Washington DC, Northern Virginia, and Maryland.
WASHINGTON, DC
Citi Open Tennis | Through August 6
Falling between Wimbledon and the U.S. Open, this tournament brings some of the world’s best men’s and women’s tennis players to DC. It’s also a great chance to see future Grand Slam Champions.
Photo courtesy of: U.S. Army Band
Concerts at the Capitol | Friday Nights in August, 8PM
West Side of U.S. Capitol, Washington, DC
Enjoy free concerts at the Nation’s Capital. Inclement weather cancellation will be made by 6PM and posted on the U.S. Army Band’s social media pages.
- The U.S. Army Blues – August 4th
- Music Of The American Landscape – August 11th
- The Heart And Soul Of Country Roads – August 18th
- The U.S. Army Brass Quintet – August 24th
- Star-Spangled Spectacular – August 25th
Free Admission
Summer Movies Series: Carnegie Library | August 17, 6:30 – 10:30PM
Carnegie Library at Mt. Vernon Square, On The Lawn
This event features Disney’s Turning Red, favorite movie snacks and light fare, fun activities, a DJ and community resources. It is encouraged to bring a lawn blanket or chair to watch during the movie.
Lionel Richie And Earth, Wind & Fire | August 18, 7:30PM
Capital One Arena, Washington, DC
Sing along to your favorite hits with Lional Richie and Earth, Wind, & Fire. You know it will be a spectacular show!
August Clothing Swap | August 27, 12 – 2PM
Are you ready to change up your wardrobe? Come check out a clothing swap! Bring gently worn clothes, accessories, shoes etc. of any gender and any season from your closet.
VIRGINIA
Middleburg’s Summer Sidewalk Sale | August 4-6, 10AM – 5PM
Downtown Middleburg
Many of the town’s retailers on Washington Street, Madison Street, and Federal Street will be moving discounted items to the tree-lined sidewalks for the 17th annual Summer Sidewalk Sale.
Prince William County Fair | August 11-19
Prince William County Fairgrounds
A family tradition since 1949. Virginia’s largest and most popular fair is right here in Northern Virginia. There is no shortage of great things to do and see – whether you are young or old – or some place in between. Click Here To See Daily Event Schedules & Fair Grounds Map
Photo courtesy of: Visit Alexandria
14th Annual Alexandria Summer Sidewalk Sale | August 12
King Street, Alexandria
This year’s event features more than 40 Alexandria boutiques stepping out of their storefronts and offering deeply discounted summer merchandise, plus live music activations on King Street to provide a soundtrack to your strolling.
TASTE Leesburg | August 12, 5 – 10PM
Downtown Leesburg
TASTE Leesburg showcases some of the best food, drink, artists and merchants that Leesburg has to offer. Enjoy local beers, wine, bites and entertainment while strolling the streets of Downtown Leesburg.
Free Admission | Click here for your drink tickets
Arlington County Fair | August 16-20
Thomas Jefferson Community Center, Arlington
This annual event is one of the largest free events offered on the East Coast. Fun for all ages to enjoy all the festivities that the country fair offers! Click here to see the full schedule of events as well as directions to the fair.
Free Admission | Tickets for rides vary
Kwame Onwuachi Presents The Family Reunion | August 17 – 20
Salamander Resort & Spa, Middleburg
Sponsored by McEnearney Associates, the Family Reunion is an immersive experience celebrating diversity in the hospitality community. The event’s enriching programming is highlighted by some of the industry’s top talent including Andrienne Cheatham, Alexander Smalls, Andre Fowles, Brian Jupiter, and several surprise guests.
Del Ray’s 3rd Annual Band & Brews | August 19, 12:30 – 6PM
Del Ray Restaurants along Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria
You won’t want to miss this fun summer event featuring live music in outdoor restaurant venues along The Avenue. Sponsored by the Jen Walker Team of McEnearney Associates, this year’s event benefits the Friends of Duncan Library.
Around the World Cultural Food Festival | August 27, 11AM – 7PM
Oronoco Bay Park, Alexandria
The event is admission free, with plenty of national dishes and beverages available for purchase. A national dish is any country’s culinary, and to a large extent, cultural identity.
MARYLAND
National Oyster Week | August 1-6
Imagine a whole weekend devoted to slurping down some delicious oysters then recycling their shells back into the Chesapeake Bay to ensure there are more in years to come! Sounds delicious to us. Click Here to see participating restaurants.
Photo courtesy of: O.A.R.
O.A.R. and DISPATCH Summer Tour | August 4, 7PM
Merriweather Post Pavilion, Columbia
Dance the night away to two known jam bands that will leave you wanting to hear more!
Howard County Fair | August 5-12
2210 Fairgrounds Road, West Friendship
One of the area’s more agricultural fairs, the 76th Annual Howard County Fair is a great place to learn about horses, cattle, livestock, poultry, domestic arts, farming, and gardening. Of course there’s lots of food, rides, and other fun activities, too.
Kiana Honarmand: A Shadow in the Depth of Light | Through August 6
VisArts, 155 Gibbs Street, Rockville
The exhibition A Shadow in the Depth of Light pays tribute to the Woman Life Freedom protests in Iran, which began in September 2022 after the murder of Mahsa (Jina) Amini by the morality police in Iran.
Free Admission
Maryland Summerfest 2023 | August 26, 11AM – 6PM
Carroll County Farm Museum, Westminster
If you love delicious food trucks, beer and wine sampling from some of the most popular breweries and wineries and a variety of genres of live music from popular groups… The Maryland SummerFest is the event for you! OH WAIT.. there is more! This event is for all ages with a ton to do for the whole family, there is no excuse not to join us for the best way to end your summer!
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