Celebrate the nation’s 250th birthday and Alexandria, Virginia’s 277th birthday at one festive event this Saturday.
At Oronoco Bay Park, guests across the region can enjoy a full day’s worth of events, including live music, local vendors, a fireworks display and a poetry reading.
In case of extreme heat, Virginia American Water plans to provide a misting tent and free water at a cooling station. If it rains, fireworks will be rescheduled for July 12, as reported by .
Attendees can bring lawn chairs and blankets. No RSVPs are necessary for the free event.
Find the full schedule on the .
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Here’s what else is happening in the D.C. area:
DC
Beyonc茅 vs. Beyonc茅 Dance Party
Would you consider yourself a member of the “BeyHive?” The 9:30 Club is hosting a dance party Friday focused only on the . Tickets cost approximately $26 per person.
“A Day at the Fair”
On Saturday, the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library will feature a , family-friendly rides, live performances and fair-inspired food and treats.
“Something Rotten!”
Set in the 1590s, this musical farce is about while in the shadow of William Shakespeare. This production of “Something Rotten!” is the culmination of The Theatre Lab鈥檚 Musical Theatre Institute for Teens, hosted Thursday through Saturday. Tickets start at roughly $25 per adult and roughly $19 for students.
“Beetlejuice”
Find out why “it’s showtime” at the National Theatre with the Based on Tim Burton鈥檚 film, the production runs through July 19. Tickets start at approximately $69 per person.
Restaurant pop-ups across D.C.
A variety of pop-ups are coming soon or already underway in the District. For those who are fans of the “Lord of the Rings” series, La Boh猫me has taken inspiration from J.R.R. Tolkien in outfitting its space and designing its menus. For those in the mood for yakitori, or Japanese skewers, Pop Fizz Bar in Shaw is hosting Chef Blake King of Tori Sumi Yakitori on Sundays. Michelin-starred Fiola is also hosting a pizza pop-up throughout July. For more information on these pop-ups and other foodie-focused events throughout the month of July, check out 麻豆官网’s DMV Foodie Guide.
Maryland
“Untold Stories Beyond the Battlefield”
This Thursday, the , is presenting a virtual conversation on “how different groups of people bravely participated in the Civil War and events leading up to it.” The lecture is free, but requires registration. If you miss this event, have no fear as it will be hosted again on Thursday, July 23.
SportsFest
On Saturday, families can gather at for activities and sports challenges for youth entering kindergarten through the 8th grade. SportsFest is free to attend, but registration is required for the SportsFest 3K run fundraiser.
Josanne Francis
This Saturday, is performing at the Good Hope Neighborhood Recreation Center in Silver Spring, Maryland. The event is part of the Strathmore’s Bloom at Good Hope Concert Series, and is free or pay what you can.
“Sister Act”
Catch the while you still can. Running through July 12, this feel-good musical comedy is based on the hit 1992 film of the same name. The production is hosted by the Rockville Musical Theatre at the Rockville Civic Center. Tickets are $26 for adults and $23 for students and seniors.
Virginia
Disney’s “The Little Mermaid” in Concert
Head “Under the Sea” at Wolf Trap’s Filene Center as the performs classics from Disney’s “The Little Mermaid.” The event Saturday features a screening of the full film with tickets that start at roughly $50 per person.
Key West Festival
Breaux Vineyards in Purcellville, Virginia, is bringing the island to the people at the this Saturday. All day long, expect live Caribbean music, island-themed food vendors and craft vendors. General admission tickets cost $20, with wine and food sold separately.
World Cup Quarter Final outdoor screening
Soccer fans can head to Arlington, Virginia, for a special at Arlington Mill. The free event Saturday offers food vendors and popcorn available for purchase.
Summer of Sunflowers
If you want to soak up the sunshine among sunflowers, Great County Farms in Bluemont, Virginia, is inviting the public to for $1 per bloom. This offering is available starting Saturday and runs through Aug. 14.
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