Photo courtesy of Upperville Colt & Horse Show
Upbeat festivals, outdoor dining, and other happenings in June truly mark the beginning of summer. Don’t miss the chance to live this month to the fullest with our curated selection of June events around Washington, DC, Northern Virginia, and Maryland.
A Taste of Del Ray Along The Avenue | June 2, 1-3PM
Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA
Ticket holders for this popular annual event will enjoy a wide range of tastes from top Del Ray restaurants and can cast their votes for the People’s Choice award. Restaurants are also encouraged to offer cocktail pairings to complement their dishes.
The Upperville Colt & Horse Show | June 3-9
This year marks the 171st anniversary of the longest-running horse show in America and Middleburg Real Estate is a proud sponsor of the Upperville Colt and Horse Show. During this week, the nation’s top-ranked hunters and jumpers will compete alongside the local ponies, sidesaddle ladies, and the future of the sport in Hunter Breeding and leadline classes.
To see a map of the grounds, please click here
General Admission Parking fees apply. Higher tier packages may be available.
Leesburg First Friday | June 7, 6-10PM
McEnearney Associates & Downtown Historic Leesburg, VA
Stroll through Historic Downtown Leesburg on the first Friday of each month and visit shops, restaurants, art galleries, and offices to enjoy live music, art exhibits, wine tastings, book signings, shopping, and dining at local small businesses. Free & fun!
Stop by our McEnearney Associates | Middleburg Real Estate | Atoka Properties office on Market Street for food, drinks, and live music from Tom Lofren.
Photo courtesy of Tinner Hill Music Festival
29th Annual Tinner Hill Heritage Music Festival | June 8, 11AM- 8PM
Cherry Hill Park (Falls Church, VA)
Tinner Hill Heritage Music Festival is the premier charity event that celebrates & honors the African American legacy. The Music Festival brings culturally rich live music and arts to the City of Falls Church to create a sensational festival experience.
To see a map of the grounds, please click here
Capital Pride Festival | June 9, 12-10PM
Pennsylvania Ave NW and 3rd Street, NW, Washington, DC (next to the National Mall)
Join the LGBTQ+ community on America’s Main Street, historic Pennsylvania Avenue, for the return of the Capital Pride Festival. Enjoy a full day of entertainment on three stages, food, drink, and advocacy with over 300 exhibitors. The Festival is the largest annual event in the national capital region and continues to be free to the public.
Free Admission and Open to the Public
Pride Parade | June 11, 3-7:30PM
Logan & Dupont Circle Neighborhoods, Washington, DC
This beloved tradition honors the history and acknowledges the evolution of the LGBTQ+ neighborhoods in Washington, DC, while respecting the origins and importance of taking to the streets in their fight for equality. Be prepared to experience one of the largest Pride Parades to ever take place in the Nation’s Capital.
36th Annual Antique & Classic Boat Festival | June 14-16
Over Father’s Day weekend, the Chesapeake Bay Chapter of the Antique and Classic Boat Society hosts the largest antique and classic boat show in the Mid-Atlantic. This year, the theme is “It’s All About Fishing!” In addition to their maritime-influenced vendors and exhibitors, visitors to the show have access to all of the exhibits and displays at the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum (CBMM).
Innovations in Flight | June 15, 10AM – 3PM
Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center, Chantilly, VA
Explore the engineering and design innovations that have taken place during the last century of flight. Talk with pilots of vintage and modern aircraft, on display outside the Museum for one day only. See over 50 unique aircraft, flown in for one day only, at this annual event.
Savage Mill Bluegrass Festival | June 15, 12-5PM
Come and listen to some awesome jams by Maryland’s top bluegrass bands. There will be food, brews, local vendors, and FREE axe throwing. Bring chairs, umbrellas, pups, and blankets. Make it a family event. Kids below 8 years old are free.
15th Silver Spring Blues Festival | June 15, 10AM-10PM
This all-day event will fill your soul with blues that you may not have heard before! There will be food and live entertainment for your enjoyment.
Free Admission and Parking
AFLO Fest | June 22, 2-9PM
17281 Simmons Road, Purcellville, VA
This casual, family-friendly event is a celebration of American music, farming, and inclusive community in the heart of Western Loudoun County featuring bluegrass and American roots music plus food and drink from local food truck vendors, vineyards, and breweries. McEnearney Associates | Middleburg Real Estate | Atoka Properties is a proud sponsor.
32nd National Capital Barbecue Battle | June 22 & 23, 11AM- 7PM
Pennsylvania Avenue NW between 3rd and 7th Streets, NW, Washington, DC
Eat your way down Historic Pennsylvania Avenue by sampling more than 100 of your favorite brands and enjoy the hottest beats from one of four entertainment stages. You’ll be on nostalgia overload – reliving the ‘90s with throwback activities, neon everything, and classic hairstyles.
Out & About Festival | June 22, 3PM
With three stages, including headliner Grammy winner Brittany Howard, indie-pop sensation Jenny Lewis, and the high-energy sounds of Lawrence, it’s a day of nature, music, and Pride in America’s only National Park for the Performing Arts. Expect fun surprises, tasty bites, community connections, and a celebration of LGBTQ+ talent and allies. An unforgettable experience!
Smithsonian Folklife Festival | June 26 – July 1
The National Mall, Washington, DC
Produced annually by the Smithsonian Center for Folklife and Cultural Heritage, this year’s Festival, Indigenous Voices of the Americas, is a celebration of the National Museum of the American Indian. Indigenous artists and makers, professional chefs and home cooks, musicians, dancers, athletes, and storytellers will demonstrate the depth of multigenerational traditions as well as new, innovative approaches to cultural expression. Free performances, workshops, demonstrations, and other activities are open to all on the National Mall.
Free Admission
Photo courtesy of Mount Vernon
Independence Fireworks | June 30 & July 1, 2023 6–9:30PM
George Washington’s Mount Vernon, Alexandria, VA
We know it’s only June, but start your Independence Day celebration early! Check out this event for stunning fireworks, musical performances, and games on George Washington’s scenic estate along the Potomac. Mansion tours are also available to brush up on your history. Fireworks begin at approximately 9:30 pm.
CELEBRATING JUNETEENTH
CAACO Juneteenth Celebration 2024 | June 15, 3:30PM
You are invited to CAACO’s 3rd Annual Juneteenth Celebration! Enjoy a day of fun-filled great food, shopping, raffles and more.
Free Admission
Emancipation Proclamation & General Order No. 3 | June 18-20
On June 19, 1865, two and a half years after President Abraham Lincoln’s historic Emancipation Proclamation, U.S. Maj. Gen. Gordon Granger issued General Order No. 3, which informed the people of Texas that all enslaved people were now free.
This day has come to be known as Juneteenth, a combination of June and nineteenth. It is also called Freedom Day or Emancipation Day. It is the oldest known celebration commemorating the end of slavery in the United States.
The original Emancipation Proclamation document will be featured in the East Wing of the Rotunda of the National Archives building on June 18-20, alongside ‘Juneteenth’ General Order No.3 which will be featured in the West Wing of the Rotunda.
Free Admission | Timed Passes Recommended
Juneteenth Freedom Celebration: Unity. Freedom. Acknowledgement. | June 19, 10AM-5PM
Gather with family, friends, and neighbors for this day-long celebration to honor the present and reflect on shared tradition and history.
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