CALENDAR
15 JUNE 24, 10 A.M.-2 P.M.

MANASSAS BEE FESTIVAL
Liberia House, 8601 Portner Ave., Manassas, VA 20110
Complete with a costume parade, food trucks, mead garden, live music, vendors, crafts, native plants,
speakers, farm animals, a bounce house, games and crafts, the Manassas Bee Festival is a great way to
celebrate these helpful pollinators with the whole family.

Free | manassasbeefestival.com
Nothing says “summer” quite like barbecue, and the Giant National Capital
Barbecue has you covered for a weekend of music and fun — as part
of the Americas Food & Music Festival — and, of course, tons
of food.

Free | BBQDC.com
JUNE 24, 6:30-9:30 P.M.

FAIRFAX CITY ROCK THE BLOCK
Old Town Square, 10415 North St.,
Fairfax City, VA, 22030
Come to Old Town Square for an evening of live music and stay a while
by grabbing a bite to eat at the beer garden or from nearby food vendors.

On June 24, enjoy music from artist Perfekt Blend.

Free | fairfaxva.gov
17 JUNE 24-25, 11 A.M.-7 P.M.

31ST ANNUAL GIANT NATIONAL CAPITAL
BARBECUE BATTLE
555 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20001
18 JUNE 25, 5 P.M.

A HOMETOWN CELEBRATION
Veterans Amphitheater, 10455 Armstrong St.,
Fairfax, VA 22030
Join Fairfax Parks & Recreation for the kickoff of a brand new event:
A Hometown Celebration, which will feature games for all ages, food
trucks from local businesses and a concert by the award-winning City
of Fairfax Band. The ampitheater is located next to City Hall.

Free | fairfaxva.gov
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JUNE 29-30,
TIMES VARY
SMITHSONIAN FOLKLIFE FESTIVAL
National Mall, Constitution Avenue,
Washington, DC, 20560
Thursday kicks off this Smithsonian festival
celebrating folk cultures from around the world.

Bring the whole family to the National Mall for
a day of performances, workshops, food and
educational opportunities, such as the Living
Religions in the U.S. and the Ozarks. The festival
continues through July 9.

Free | festival.si.edu
20 JUNE 30, 6-9:30 P.M.

INDEPENDENCE FIREWORKS
East Lawn, Mount Vernon, 3200
Mount Vernon Memorial Highway,
Mount Vernon, VA. 22121
It’s not quite July, but you don’t have to wait to
get patriotic. Mount Vernon will host an event
with music and a picnic across its 12 acres.

There will be music from the National Concert
Band, an ice cream-making demonstration and
a fireworks display on the Potomac River to
cap off the evening. Event continues on July 1
from 6-9:30 p.m.

$24-52 | mountvernon.org
FIREWORKS: FIREWINGS / ADOBESTOCK; BEE: FAHKAMRAM / ADOBESTOCK
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FAMILY FUN
THE BEST PLACES TO CELEBRATE
Father’s Day
Whether you call him Dad, Papa, Daddy or Pops,
he deserves something special on Father’s Day.

Many dads would rather do something special
than get another trinket that will sit in a drawer.

Here are some of the best events happening
all around the DMV. Whether the Dad you are
celebrating likes rarified rum, magic or enjoys
nothing more than cheering on the hometown
team, the perfect Father’s Day activity is out there.

TAKE HIM OUT TO THE BALLGAME
It’s always a great day for base-
ball. Head to Nationals Park on
Father’s Day weekend. June 16 is
Value Day, with deeply discounted
tickets. On June 17, there will be
bobblehead giveaways, and on
June 18, kids can run the bases
and players will sign autographs.

While there, treat Dad to some of the new concessions avail-
able this year including Capo Italian Deli, Jammin’ Island BBQ
and Bullpen Tacos.

FERRIS WHEEL C/O NATIONAL HARBOR, BASEBALL C/O THE NATIONALS
AIRPLANES: DZIUREK/ ADOBESTOCK
PERFECT DAY AT NATIONAL HARBOR
Head to National Harbor’s out-
door screen for a free showing of
“Honey, I Shrunk the Kids.” Pack a
picnic with Dad’s favorites or grab
a bite from one of National Harbor’s
restaurants before the show. Rosa
Mexicana and other restaurants will
have specials for Dad. Remember
to bring a chair or blanket to keep him comfy during the movie
and sit back, relax and enjoy this ‘80s classic. Dads can also ride
the Capitol Wheel free on Father’s Day if joined by a paying adult.

RAREFIED TASTING
Father’s Day weekend, celebrate Dad by sending him to Mount
Vernon’s distillery. There, your favorite father can enjoy spirits
made using the same 18th-century distilling techniques popular
with our founding fathers. Dad can explore Mount Vernon with
the family before this unique tasting experience begins.

IT’S SHOWTIME!
On Father’s Day, treat Dad to the Tony-winning best musi-
cal “Hadestown,” in Washington, D.C. for a limited run at the
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National Theatre. Or head to the Kennedy Center’s Family The-
atre to see the Enigmatist perform an interactive magic show
that includes puzzles and cryptology. They are both great
options to “wow” Dad on his special day.

A DAY ON THE POTOMAC
Make memories to last a lifetime on a cruise along the Potomac
River. Brunch and dinner cruises include food, drinks and enter-
tainment, and sightseeing cruises are also available. There are
departure points from Alexandria, National Harbor and Wash-
ington, DC. Book a window seat for the best view or plan to
spend a lot of time outdoors on the ship’s large deck.

FISH-A-RAMA Fish-A-Rama at Great Country Farms is a Father’s Day tradition
for many families. Dads can try catch-and-release fishing and
share their best tips with their kids. There are contests all day
long. Bring your own gear and buy bait on site. There are plenty
of animals at the farm, along with play areas the kids will love.

PORTSIDE SUMMER FESTIVAL
Alexandria’s annual summer festival is being held over Father’s
Day weekend. This free festival has live music, craft beers, fam-
ily activities and evening jazz performances. There is something
at the festival for everyone, making it a great choice to ensure a
happy Dad and happy kids.

FLYING CIRCUS AIRSHOW &
OPEN-AIR PLANE RIDES
Treat Dad to a different kind of cir-
cus—one performed entirely in
the air. See wing walkers, para-
chute jumpers and plenty of other
sky-high stunts. Before or after the
show, make Dad’s aviation dreams
come true. He can take to the skies himself with a ride in an
open-air plane. This one-of-a-kind experience is something
Dad will always remember.

STAYCATION The Morrow Washington DC, Curio Collection by Hilton
will host “Movies at The Morrow” on June 17 as part of its
summer movie series. The whole family can enjoy a popcorn
station; beer, wine, and cocktails; picnic baskets and games.

Additionally, the hotel will offer a la carte weekend brunch,
drink specials for Dad and a “Brighter Day” package that
includes breakfast and parking. T
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