Free Summer Concerts
Find concert schedules for free family entertainment throughout the month in various destinations around Washington, DC, Maryland and Virginia.
Loudoun County Fair
July 26 - August 1, 2009. Family fun includes a carnival, rodeo-bull riding, dairy show, goat show, horseback demonstrations, magic acts, pet shows, floral exhibits, obstacle courses, tug-of-war, live musical entertainment and more.
Asian Festival
August 1-2, 2009. Reston, Virginia. The Asian festival in Reston, Virginia showcases unique music, cultural performances, food, gifts, and entertainment of Asia. This year's festival is showcasing India.
Redskins Training Camp
July 30-August 8, 2009. Redskins Park, Ashburn, Virginia. Fans are invited to watch the Washington Redskins gear up for the season. August 8 is Fan Appreciation Day.
Screen on the Green
Mondays, July 20-August 10, 2009. Watch classic movies on a large screen on the National Mall. Bring the whole family out for an evening of fun under the stars.
Outdoor Movies in the Washington, DC Area
Watching movies on a large screen outdoors has become a popular summer activity. Find the schedules of outdoor movie festivals in Washington, DC, Maryland and Northern Virginia.
Bethesda Chevy Chase Restaurant Week
July 27 - August 2, 2009. Enjoy prix fixe lunch for $12 and dinner menus for $22-$35 at more than 30 Bethesda area restaurants.
Friendship Firehouse Festival
August 1, 2009. Bring the kids explore the firehouse museum in Old Town Alexandria and enjoy crafts, live musical entertainment, free giveaways and more.
County Fairs in Maryland and Virginia
Throughout the summer the counties that surround Washington, DC each host a fair, complete with carnival rides, live animal shows, musical entertainment, arts and craft exhibits, and lots of food.
Legg Mason Tennis Classic
August 1 - 9, 2009. This is an annual men’s tennis tournament held in Washington, DC.
Railroad Days at the Lyceum Museum
August 1-2, 2009. Alexandria’s History Museum hosts a free family event displaying model trains! Learn about Alexandria’s railroad history. Hours are Saturday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sunday, 1-5 p.m.
Strathmore’s Comcast Film Festival
August 14-21, 2009. Enjoy outdoor movies on the lawn at Strathmore Hall in Bethesda, Maryland.
Woodstock Tribute Concert on the National Mall
August 15, 2009, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Sylvan Theatre, Washington Monument. In honor of the 40th anniversary of the historic event a free all day concert will feature the music of Jimmy Hendrix, the Who, Janis Joplin, Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young, the Grateful Dead, Santana and much more.
DC Beer Week
August 16-21, 2009. Many Washington DC restaurants offer beer and food specials throughout the week.
Alexandria Cambodian Community Day Festival
August 23, 2009, noon to 6 p.m. Explore the Cambodian culture through displays of traditional Cambodian arts, crafts, paintings, souvenirs, and food.
Washington, DC Restaurant Week
August 24-30, 2009. More than 100 of Washington, DC’s finest restaurants will be offering 3-course lunches for $20.09 and 3-course dinners for $35.09 for this gourmet event.
Columbia Heights Day
August 29, 2009. Harriet Tubman Elementary School, 11th & Kenyon Streets NW, Washington, DC. The community event includes live music, food, vendors, guest speakers, children's activities and more.
Washington DC Feet in the Street
August 29, 2009. Fort Dupont Park. The new event promotes physical activity with guided nature hikes, bike rides, bicycle skill sessions for kids, free bike rentals and much more.
Maryland Renaissance Festival
August 29 - October 25, 2009. A 16th century English village with crafts, food, live performances, games and lots more. Located in Crownsville, Maryland.
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