July Festivals and Special 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 web site or call to confirm information. Please note that most of these events are held each year and the dates are updated as available.

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

Smithsonian Folklife Festival
June 24-June 28 and July 1-5, 2009. 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.

Artomatic
Through July 5, 2009. The one-of-a-kind art extravaganza features regional artists and performances including paintings, sculpture, photography, music, theater, poetry, dance and workshops.

AT & T National Golf Tournament
June 29 - July 5, 2009. Congressional Country Club, Bethesda, Maryland. The PGA Tour, hosted by Tiger Woods, is a first class event featuring 120 top golf professionals competing at one of the highest-ranked courses in the country.

National Harbor Fireworks and SummerFest
July 3, 2009. Gaylord National Resorts kicks off the July 4th weekend with an outdoor festival with live entertainment and fireworks. Admission is $5.

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, 2009. 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.

Hip Hop Theatre Festival
July 6-12, 2009. Enjoy a variety of performances of both new and established hip hop music by national and international artists.

Summer Tennis Tournaments
July 7-26, 2009. The Washington Kastles begin their second season of Advanta World TeamTennis (WTT), bringing live tennis tournaments to Washington, DC.

Capital Fringe Festival
July 9 - 26, 2009. This annual performing arts festival will feature more than 120 unique performances in 20 venues around Washington, DC.

Alexandria Birthday and Independence Day Fireworks
July 11, 2009, Oronoco Bay Park. The annual event includes children’s activities, a concert performed by the Alexandria Symphony Orchestra, birthday cake and a fireworks extravaganza.

Grand Reopening of Ford's Theatre Museum
July 15, 2009. The newly renovated museum will use 21st-century technology to transport visitors back in time to the 19th-century. The museum’s collection of historic artifacts will be supplemented with a variety of narrative devices—environmental recreations, videos and three-dimensional figures.

Comcast Outdoor Film Festival in Alexandria
July 17-18, 2009. See family-friendly outdoor movies in the heart of Alexandria.

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.

Montgomery County Farm Tour
July 25-26, 2009. 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.

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.

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.

Bethesda Outdoor Movies
July 28 - August 1, 2009, 9 p.m. See free outdoor movies in the heart of Bethesda, Maryland.

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.

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