July 2013 Festivals and Events in the Washington, DC Area

The Washington, DC area and its surrounding communities in Maryland and Virginia host lots of annual festivals and special events. All dates, prices, and activities mentioned are subject to change, so please check the official website or call to confirm information. Please note that most of these events are held each year and the dates are updated as available.

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Free Summer Concerts
Find concert schedules for family entertainment throughout the month in various destinations around Washington, DC, Maryland and Virginia.

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

Summer Theater in Washington DC
With dozens of performances around the region, here is the schedule of the top shows for the season.

Smithsonian Folklife Festival
June 26–30 and July 3–7, 2013. Celebrate cultural traditions from around the world. The Festival includes daily and evening music and dance performances, crafts and cooking demonstrations, storytelling and discussions of cultural issues. This is one of Washington, DC’s most popular summer events.

Fourth of July Fireworks in the Washington DC Area
Find 4th of July fireworks and Independence Day celebrations on the National Mall and around the capital region in Maryland and Virginia.

Independence Day at Mount Vernon
July 4, 2013. The Red, White and Blue event features musical performances, a wreathlaying ceremony, free birthday cake for all (while supplies last) and a visit by 'General Washington' himself.

4th of July Parades in DC, Maryland and Northern Virginia
Many communities in the area celebrate the holiday with a parade. Show your patriot spirit and enjoy a few hours of family fun.

4th of July Parties and Bar Crawls
Various Dates. Gather your friends and don your red, white and blue for a patriotic party to celebrate Independence Day.

150th Anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg – Civil War Reenactments
July 4-7, 2013. Gettysburg will commemorate the anniversary of the deadly battle which occurred July 1-3, 1863 with re-enactments, living history encampments, an official Gettysburg National Military Park ceremony, many other programs, tours and lectures.

Washington Nationals Baseball
The Major League Baseball's National League East plays 81 home games each season at Nationals Park. Enjoy a fun-filled day cheering on DC's baseball team.

Wolf Trap's Children's Theatre-in-the-Woods
Tuesdays through Saturdays, Through August 2013. Family friendly performances in music, dance, storytelling, puppetry, and theater. (recommended for children ages 5-12)

DC Hip-Hop Theatre Festival
July 7-14, 2013. Washington DC. The annual festival showcases the stories, people, music, dance, and word of Hip-Hop.

Summer Tennis Tournaments
July 8-24, 2013. The Washington Kastles begin their season of Advanta World TeamTennis (WTT), bringing live tennis tournaments to Washington, DC.

Capital Fringe Festival
July 11-28, 2013. This annual performing arts festival will feature more than 140 unique performances in 20 venues around Washington, DC.

Alexandria Birthday and Independence Day Fireworks
July 13, 2013, Oronoco Bay Park. The annual event includes children’s activities, a concert performed by the Alexandria Symphony Orchestra, birthday cake and a fireworks extravaganza.

Baltimore/Washington One Caribbean Carnival
July 13-14, 2013. Baltimore, Maryland. The DC Caribbean Carnival Parade has been combined with and moved to Baltimore for its second year. The festival will be held throughout the weekend.

Comcast Outdoor Film Festival in Alexandria
July 19-20, 2013. See family-friendly outdoor movies in the heart of Alexandria.

Christmas in July in Old Town Alexandria
July 20, 2013. Enjoy a variety of festive activities including pictures with “Summer” Santa & Mrs. Claus, cookie decorating, children’s story time stations, arts and crafts, ice cream social, musical entertainment and much more.

Screen on the Green
Mondays, July 22 - August 12, 2013. Watch classic movies on a large screen on the National Mall. Bring the whole family out for an evening of fun under the stars.

Bethesda Chevy Chase Restaurant Week
2013 Dates to Be Announced. Enjoy prix fixe lunch for $16 and dinner menus for $33 at more than 30 Bethesda area restaurants.

Bethesda Outdoor Movies
July 23-27, 2013, 9 p.m. See free outdoor movies in the heart of Bethesda, Maryland.

Redskins Training Camp
July 25-August 16, 2013. Redskins Park, Richmond, Virginia. Fans are invited to watch the Washington Redskins gear up for the season.

Citi Open Tennis Classic
July 27-August 4, 2013. This is an annual men’s tennis tournament held in Washington, DC.

Loudoun County Fair
July 29 - August 3, 2013. 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.

Montgomery County Farm Tour
2013 Dates to Be Announced. Explore local farms and purchase fresh fruits, vegetables, flowers, plants and other local products. Several farms have hayrides, pony rides, music, demonstrations and other fun and educational activities for all ages.

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