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, Maryland, Northern Virginia, and West Virginia.
16th Annual Taste of Del Ray | June 1, 1-3 PM
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.
Photo courtesy of UCHS
The Upperville Colt & Horse Show | June 2-8
This year marks the 172nd anniversary of the Upperville Colt and Horse Show, the longest-running horse show in America, and Corcoran McEnearney is a proud sponsor. of the. During the 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.
DC/DOX Film Festival | June 12-15
Various venues, Washington, DC
DC/DOX is a vibrant documentary film festival in the nation’s capital, celebrating bold voices, innovative visions, and dedicated truth-seekers in the art of non-fiction storytelling.
37th Annual Antique & Classic Boat Festival | June 13-15
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 14, 10 AM-3 PM
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 more than 50 unique aircraft, flown in for one day only, at this annual event.
Photo courtesy of WV Fest
WV Fest | June 14
Hosted by the City of Charles Town and Charles Town Now, this fun-filled day celebrates West Virginia! Live music, 100+ vendors, Kids Zone, and more.
Columbia Pike Blues Festival | June 14
S Walter Reed Drive from Columbia Pike to 9th Street S, Arlington, VA
Now in its 28th year, the Columbia Pike Blues Festival is a high-energy summer celebration that brings music, community, and culture to the heart of Arlington’s most vibrant corridor.
Savage Mill Bluegrass Festival | June 14
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.
16th Annual Silver Spring Blues Festival | June 14
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
Photo courtesy of Giant BBQ Battle
33rd National Capital Barbecue Battle | June 21 & 22
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.
Independence Fireworks | June 27-28th & July 4th
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 9:15 pm.
One Loudoun Summer Concert Series | June 28, 7-9 PM
One Loudoun Plaza, Ashburn, VA
Performing outdoors on the YARD live music venue stage; DMV’s hottest group RetroPop, plays a variety of songs spanning all decades. They’re a group of 4 singers that harmonize. Doesn’t matter if it’s Taylor Swift or the Beatles – they do it all. Sponsored by Corcoran McEnearney all summer long, we hope to see you there!
Berkeley County Independence Celebration | June 28
Eastern West Virginia Regional Airport, Martinsburg, WV
Bring the whole family for this free event celebrating the 4th of July (a little early). There will be live music and a variety of family-focused activities capped off by a fireworks show. Capital Wing Commemorative Air Force will be on location with their Boeing PT-17 Stearman! Prepay for a 30-minute flight you won’t forget!
WORLDPRIDE 2025
Photo courtesy of Capital Pride
2025 marks the 50th anniversary of Pride in Washington, DC with the theme of The Fabric of Freedom. In addition to the big festival weekend, including the parade, there are a host of events throughout the area:
- Pride Plays – June 3-6
- Human Rights Conference – June 4-6
- Capital Pride Honors – June 5
- Boat Parade – June 6
- Music Festival: Global Dance Party – June 6-7
- Rally + March – June 8, 9:30 AM: Rally + 12 PM: March
- WorldPride International Choral Festival – through June 8
WorldPride Parade | June 7
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 the fight for equality. Be prepared to experience one of the largest Pride Parades to ever take place in the Nation’s Capital.
Capital Pride Festival | June 7-8
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
CELEBRATING JUNETEENTH
Communities throughout the DC area will commemorate Juneteenth with celebrations big and small. Here are some highlights:
- CAACO Juneteenth Celebration, Cheverly, MD – June 14
- Juneteenth at Watkins Regional Park, Upper Marlboro, MD – June 14
- The Scotland Juneteenth Heritage Festival, Montgomery County, MD – June 14-19
- Juneteenth Celebration at Sully Historic Site, Chantilly, VA – June 19
- Juneteenth at National Harbor, Oxon Hill, MD – June 19
- Freedom Before Emancipation: Family Day, Mount Vernon, VA – June 19-21
- Juneteenth Celebration presented by “Burg” Family Reunion Club, Leesburg, VA – June 21
Juneteenth Celebration | June 19
Gather with family, friends, and neighbors to honor Juneteenth with a day full of culture, community, and celebration! From engaging workshops to powerful performances, this event is a tribute to resilience, creativity, and heritage.
Free Admission
Emancipation Proclamation & General Order No. 3 | June 19-22
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 and General Order No. 3 will be on display at the National Archives building June 19-22.
Free Admission
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