Now that summer is winding down, this is your chance to try everything you’ve missed on your Summer Bucket List. Get out there and enjoy! Here’s what’s happening this month in the Reston area of Northern Virginia, including Herndon, Great Falls, and Chantilly.
MONDAY, AUGUST 1, 2016
Mr. Knick Knack! Children’s Performance
10:30-11:15am: Reston Town Center Pavilion
This popular musician performs weekly to a crowd of children and their grownups. FREE.
TUESDAY, AUGUST 2, 2016
Zoosday
4-7pm: Reston Town Center Pavilion
On Tuesday evenings in the summer, the Pavilion turns into a petting zoo with kid-friendly activities such as Legos and Play-Doh. FREE.
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 3, 2016
Dog Days of Summer
4-7pm: Reston Town Center Pavilion
On Wednesday evenings in the summer, the Pavilion turns into a dog park with toys, treats, wading pools, and giveaways. FREE.
On Thursdays in the summer, Lake Anne Plaza offers free waterfront concerts, some of which include dance instruction.
THURSDAY, AUGUST 4, 2016
Fairfax County 4-H Fair and Carnival
10am-8:30pm: Frying Pan Farm Park, 2709 West Ox Road, Herndon
Events include carnival rides, food, animals, and live music.
Food Truck Thursdays
11am-2pm: Reston Town Square Park, Reston Town Center
On the first Thursday of each month, a variety of food truck vendors provide lunch and dessert options.
Take a Break Concert Series – Dance Night with Sin Miedo
7-9pm: Lake Anne Plaza, Reston
Bring lawn chairs or a picnic blanket and enjoy music by the lake. This week’s concert features Latin music and salsa dance instruction. FREE.
FRIDAY, AUGUST 5, 2016
Totally Trucks
9:30am-12pm: Central Services Facility, 12250 Sunset Hills Road, Reston
Bring the kids and check out all the big trucks that Reston Association uses to keep Reston beautiful. Children will receive a “Totally Trucks” construction helmet. Rain or shine. FREE.
Fairfax County 4-H Fair and Carnival
10am-8:30pm: Frying Pan Farm Park, 2709 West Ox Road, Herndon
Events include carnival rides, food, equestrian demonstrations, animals, Big Truck Night, and live music.
Flash Mob Zumba Event
6:30pm: Reston Town Center Pavilion
Watch or participate in a Zumba flash mob to benefit Jill’s House, a charity that supports children with special needs. If you would like to join in the dance, you can learn the choreography here. FREE, but charitable donations are requested.
Friday Night Live – Sam Grow + Delta Spur
6:30-10:30pm: Herndon Town Green, 777 Lynn Street, Herndon
This weekly concert series features local and regional bands. FREE.
SATURDAY, AUGUST 6, 2016
Fairfax County 4-H Fair and Carnival
10am-10pm: Frying Pan Farm Park, 2709 West Ox Road, Herndon
Events include carnival rides, kids’ activities, animals, a tractor pull, and all-day live entertainment.
Family Fun Entertainment Series at Reston Town Square Park – Mr. Skip
10-10:45am: Town Square Park, Reston Town Center
Hot tunes and fun dances for kids and their families. FREE.
Reston Concerts on the Town – Chubby Carrier & The Bayou Swamp Band
7:30-10pm: Reston Town Center Pavilion
This week’s concert features New Orleans zydeco. FREE.
SUNDAY, AUGUST 7, 2016
Free Yoga on the Plaza
9:30-10:30am: Lake Anne Plaza, Reston
Talented yoga instructors will lead you through one hour of exercise by the lake to the tune of fun music. Bring your own mat and water. FREE.
Fairfax County 4-H Fair and Carnival
10am-6pm: Frying Pan Farm Park, 2709 West Ox Road, Herndon
Events include carnival rides, food, animal demonstrations, and live music.
Concerts on the Green — Natty Beaux
6-8pm: Great Falls Village Green, Great Falls
Enjoy a grassy park setting with a picnic as you enjoy live music. FREE.
MONDAY, AUGUST 8, 2016
Mr. Knick Knack! Children’s Performance
10:30-11:15am: Reston Town Center Pavilion
This popular musician performs weekly to a crowd of children and their grownups. FREE.
TUESDAY, AUGUST 9, 2016
Zoosday
4-7pm: Reston Town Center Pavilion
On Tuesday evenings in the summer, the Pavilion turns into a petting zoo with kid-friendly activities such as Legos and Play-Doh. FREE.
On Wednesdays afternoons this summer, the Reston Town Center Pavilion converts into an off-leash dog park.
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 10, 2016
Dog Days of Summer
4-7pm: Reston Town Center Pavilion
On Wednesday evenings in the summer, the Pavilion turns into a dog park with toys, treats, wading pools, and giveaways. FREE.
THURSDAY, AUGUST 11, 2016
Take a Break Concert Series – Uptown Vocal Jazz Quartet
7-9pm: Lake Anne Plaza, Reston
Bring lawn chairs or a picnic blanket and enjoy music by the lake. This week’s concert features vocal jazz. FREE.
FRIDAY, AUGUST 12, 2016
Friday Night Live – Love Seed Mama Jump
6:30-10:30pm: Herndon Town Green, 777 Lynn Street, Herndon
This weekly concert series features local and regional bands. FREE.
Summer Film Festival – Breakfast at Tiffany’s
Sundown: Lake Anne Plaza, Reston
Bring chairs or a picnic blanket for a lakeside movie. FREE.
SATURDAY, AUGUST 13, 2016
Civil War Encampment Weekend
10am-4pm: Sully Historic Site, 3650 Historic Sully Way, Chantilly
Reenactors demonstrate Civil War army skirmishes of the infantry, artillery and cavalry. Visit the weekend encampment and discover a soldier’s lifestyle during this turbulent time in America’s history. Enjoy live music and a fashion show.
Back 2 School Bash
11am-2pm: South Lakes High School, 11400 South Lakes Drive, Reston
This event will have interactive activities and important information to help prepare children of all ages and grades to go back to school. FREE.
Reston Concerts on the Town – In Full
7:30-10pm: Reston Town Center Pavilion
This week’s concert presents classic rock and hits from the 50s till today – dance through the decades. FREE.
SUNDAY, AUGUST 14, 2016
Free Yoga on the Plaza
9:30-10:30am: Lake Anne Plaza, Reston
Talented yoga instructors will lead you through one hour of exercise by the lake to the tune of fun music. Bring your own mat and water. FREE.
Civil War Encampment Weekend
10am-3pm: Sully Historic Site, 3650 Historic Sully Way, Chantilly
Reenactors demonstrate Civil War army skirmishes of the infantry, artillery and cavalry. Visit the weekend encampment and discover a soldier’s lifestyle during this turbulent time in America’s history. Enjoy live music and a fashion show.
Reston Fit Club
11am-12pm: Reston Town Center Pavilion
Every Sunday through the summer, enjoy free workout classes on Sundays, with formats including yoga, dance, cardio, and strength.
Concerts on the Green — Diamond Alley
6-8pm: Great Falls Village Green, Great Falls
Enjoy a grassy park setting with a picnic as you enjoy live music. FREE.
MONDAY, AUGUST 15, 2016
Mr. Knick Knack! Children’s Performance
10:30-11:15am: Reston Town Center Pavilion
This popular musician performs weekly to a crowd of children and their grownups. FREE.
On Tuesday afternoons, a petting zoo and children’s play area come to Reston Town Center.
TUESDAY, AUGUST 16, 2016
Zoosday
4-7pm: Reston Town Center Pavilion
On Tuesday evenings in the summer, the Pavilion turns into a petting zoo with kid-friendly activities such as Legos and Play-Doh. FREE.
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 17, 2016
Dog Days of Summer
4-7pm: Reston Town Center Pavilion
On Wednesday evenings in the summer, the Pavilion turns into a dog park with toys, treats, wading pools, and giveaways. FREE.
THURSDAY, AUGUST 18, 2016
Take a Break Concert Series – Dance Night with Ken & Brad Kolodner
7-9pm: Lake Anne Plaza, Reston
Bring lawn chairs or a picnic blanket and enjoy music by the lake. This week’s concert features old-time square dance with a dance caller. FREE.
End of Summer Pool Party
4-7pm: Dogwood Pool 2460 Green Range Rd, Reston
Come and have a last hurrah before school starts. The pool party will have food, entertainment and fun for the whole family. FREE for RA pool pass holders.
SummerStage at Reston Station – Battery Lane
6:30-8:30pm: Reston Station Plaza, Reston
Every Friday night in the summer, Reston Station will host a live concert with food trucks, pop-ups, and children’s activities. FREE.
Friday Night Live – For the Win
6:30-10:30pm: Herndon Town Green, 777 Lynn Street, Herndon
This weekly concert series features local and regional bands. FREE.
SATURDAY, AUGUST 20, 2016
Reston Concerts on the Town – Airmen of Note
7:30-10pm: Reston Town Center Pavilion
This week’s concert presents big band jazz by the U.S. Air Force Airmen of Note. FREE.
Movies Under Our Stars – The Good Dinosaur
8:30pm: Reston Station Plaza, Reston
On Saturdays in the summer, Reston Station hosts outdoor movies with food trucks, pop-ups, and children’s activities. FREE.
SUNDAY, AUGUST 21, 2016
Free Yoga on the Plaza
9:30-10:30am: Lake Anne Plaza, Reston
Talented yoga instructors will lead you through one hour of exercise by the lake to the tune of fun music. Bring your own mat and water. FREE.
Reston Fit Club
11am-12pm: Reston Town Center Pavilion
Every Sunday through the summer, enjoy free workout classes on Sundays, with formats including yoga, dance, cardio, and strength.
Concerts on the Green — The 19th Street Band
6-8pm: Great Falls Village Green, Great Falls
Enjoy a grassy park setting with a picnic as you enjoy live music. FREE.
MONDAY, AUGUST 22, 2016
Mr. Knick Knack! Children’s Performance
10:30-11:15am: Reston Town Center Pavilion
This popular musician performs weekly to a crowd of children and their grownups. FREE.
TUESDAY, AUGUST 23, 2016
Barefoot on the Plaza
7-8pm: Reston Station Plaza, Reston
Beloved Yoga is offering weekly free outdoor classes during the summer. Bring your mat or borrow one of theirs. FREE.
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 24, 2016
Dog Days of Summer
4-7pm: Reston Town Center Pavilion
On Wednesday evenings in the summer, the Pavilion turns into a dog park with toys, treats, wading pools, and giveaways. FREE.
Nearby Great Falls Park is the perfect place to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the National Park Service.
THURSDAY, AUGUST 25, 2016
National Park Service 100th Anniversary
National Parks throughout the country
Celebrate 100 years of conservation and recreation by learning more about our National Park Service. Enjoy free admission to all national parks, and participate in one of many celebratory events. FREE.
Take a Break Concert Series – IONA
7-9pm: Lake Anne Plaza, Reston
Bring lawn chairs or a picnic blanket and enjoy music by the lake. This week’s concert features Celtic music. FREE.
FRIDAY, AUGUST 26, 2016
SummerStage at Reston Station – Pebble to Pearl
6:30-8:30pm: Reston Station Plaza, Reston
Every Friday night in the summer, Reston Station will host a live concert with food trucks, pop-ups, and children’s activities. FREE.
Friday Night Live – The Vigilantes
6:30-10:30pm: Herndon Town Green, 777 Lynn Street, Herndon
This weekly concert series features local and regional bands. FREE.
SATURDAY, AUGUST 27, 2016
Reston Concerts on the Town – Leonard, Coleman & Blunt
7:30-10pm: Reston Town Center Pavilion
This week’s concert presents doo wop with the original lead singers from The Temptations, The Platters, and The Drifters. FREE.
Movies Under Our Stars – Wreck It Ralph
8:30pm: Reston Station Plaza, Reston
On Saturdays in the summer, Reston Station hosts outdoor movies with food trucks, pop-ups, and children’s activities. FREE.
SUNDAY, AUGUST 28, 2016
34th Annual Reston Bike Club Century
6:30am-5pm: Reston Town Center
Ride on the W&OD Trail from Reston into Loudoun County, with a choice of 33-, 66- or 105-mile routes. Register online.
Free Yoga on the Plaza
9:30-10:30am: Lake Anne Plaza, Reston
Talented yoga instructors will lead you through one hour of exercise by the lake to the tune of fun music. Bring your own mat and water. FREE.
Reston Fit Club
11am-12pm: Reston Town Center Pavilion
Every Sunday through the summer, enjoy free workout classes on Sundays, with formats including yoga, dance, cardio, and strength.
Concerts on the Green — Tom Principato
6-8pm: Great Falls Village Green, Great Falls
Enjoy a grassy park setting with a picnic as you enjoy live music. FREE.
MONDAY, AUGUST 29, 2016
Mr. Knick Knack! Children’s Performance
10:30-11:15am: Reston Town Center Pavilion
This popular musician performs weekly to a crowd of children and their grownups. FREE.
TUESDAY, AUGUST 30, 2016
Barefoot on the Plaza
7-8pm: Reston Station Plaza, Reston
Beloved Yoga is offering weekly free outdoor classes during the summer. Bring your mat or borrow one of theirs. FREE.
Photography by Charlotte Geary. All rights reserved.
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